PROPOSTE 2025 | FINAL CONSIDERATION
Final overview and new presidency for the international trade fair of furnishing fabrics
Cernobbio, May 8, 2025 – The thirty-second edition of Proposte has just concluded in the beautiful setting of Villa Erba. Over the three-day event, 78 selected exhibitors from 13 countries presented their new collections of furnishing fabrics, curtains, trimmings and wallcoverings to industry trade operators from all over the world.
“The final outcome is undoubtedly positive – stated Massimo Mosiello, Director of Proposte – Participation has been in line with previous editions and exhibitors have enthusiastically stressed the premium quality of the buyers visiting the show. The fair international character has still dominated the stage by featuring approximately 75% of participants, lots of them coming from the United States and the United Kingdom followed by France, Germany, Belgium, and Spain. Notably, this year has marked the first significant participation of trade operators from Saudi Arabia”.
“A special thank – added the Director – goes to the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. Once again this year, through our collaboration with ICE – the Italian Trade Agency for the promotion and internationalization of Italian companies – we were able to organize the participation of 27 selected buyers coming from France, the United States, New Zealand, Romania, Poland, the United Kingdom, Slovenia, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Spain, and Belgium along with the participation of 10 international journalists from the trade press”.
At the event closing, Proposte has renewed its corporate positions. Marco Parravicini, CEO of Parà – a historical textile company now in its third generation – has been appointed as the new President.
“Proposte is the international benchmark for excellence in the furnishing textiles sector – said Parravicini – a very flagship that must continue to attract top companies and visitors from around the world. As President, I will work to consolidate and further strengthen this positioning. I really thank Alessandro Tessuto, my predecessor, an entrepreneur who wrote an important chapter in the history of Italian textiles”.
Matteo Cavelli, owner of Mario Cavelli, has been confirmed as Board Member, joined by Alberto Paccanelli, CEO of Martinelli Ginetto Group and Honorary President of Euratex. “Proposte is a niche trade fair with a strategic positioning that makes it essential for enhancing the entire furnishing textiles sector” commented Paccanelli.
Comocrea Interni – the trade fair for textile designers, being held alongside Proposte for the past three years – has also positively welcome this year’s results. “We are proud to support Proposte, the most prestigious event in the sector – said Stuart Sartori, President of Comocrea Interni – The fair is fostering valuable connections between exhibitors and designers while often developing them into long-term collaborations”.
New dates and venue approval
“It is always a great pleasure and source of pride to support Proposte, our most prestigious fair, which for 32 years has brought the excellence of research and innovation in furnishing textiles and home living to Villa Erba – stated Claudio Taiana, President of Villa Erba S.p.A. – Collaborating with the organizers and offering our full support has always been our priority. Welcoming such a strong participation makes us extremely happy and proud and we take this opportunity to congratulate the organizers for their professionalism and experience. Proposte is an international showcase and a very precious asset for our region with a tangible positive impact on the local economy”.
“The next edition of Proposte will take place on May 5, 6 and 7, 2026 at Villa Erba – announced Director Massimo Mosiello – The event has renewed its agreement with the venue for the 2026, 2027, and 2028 editions while confirming the strength and importance of this long-standing partnership”.
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PROPOSTE 2025 | LASTEST NEWS
Less than a month to the opening of Proposte 2025, the world preview of furnishing fabrics and curtains.
The 32nd edition of Proposte will be held from Tuesday, May 6 to Thursday, May 8, 2025, at Villa Erba in Cernobbio.
78 exhibitors - 30 Italians and 48 international - will present a preview of their new collections of furnishing fabrics, curtains, trimmings, and wall coverings.
This year, the different and more rational layout of the exhibition area allows us to welcome 6 new exhibitors: 2 from Italy, 1 from Belgium, 1 from Germany, 1 from the UK, and 1 from Finland. Their product quality meets the requirements for participation in the trade show. Indeed, Proposte stands out both as a specialized trade show exclusively reserved for direct producers of furnishing fabrics, curtains, trimmings, and wall coverings, and as a selective trade show where exhibitors share three fundamental features: company and product qualification, professionalism, and commitment to design and technological research.
Proposte will last three days and feature 3 special areas developed within the exhibition area and integrating the commercial offerings proposed by the participating companies. As in the last editions, Cometa Formazione, Alliance for European Flax-Linen & Hemp, and Fashion Room have confirmed their presence.
For the third consecutive year, Comocrea Interni, the event dedicated to the design of furnishing fabrics, will be held in the Ala Regina, with the participation of 22 of the best international design studios. This collaboration will further enrich the visitor experience, offering a comprehensive overview of industry trends.
A few minutes from Villa Erba, at the Sheraton Lake Como Hotel, the 10th edition of the International Observatory will be held with the participation of 8 international producers of furnishing fabrics. Visitors with the Proposte e-badge can access the premises or accreditation is available at the reception desk. A shuttle service from the main entrance of Proposte will be available, ensuring a seamless connection between the two locations.
On Tuesday, May 6, from 6:20 p.m., the traditional gala evening will be inaugurated at the Villa Antica. An aperitif with a light dinner buffet, accompanied by live pop music, will provide an opportunity for networking in a relaxed atmosphere. Access to the gala evening will be reserved for badge holders.
Thanks to the renewed support of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the Italian Trade Agency ICE, 28 international buyers from France, the United States, New Zealand, Romania, Poland, the United Kingdom, Slovenia, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Spain and Belgium as well as 10 international journalists will be present at the trade show.
We remind you that Proposte is a free trade show reserved for industry professionals belonging to specific categories: textile editors, upholstered furniture manufacturers, wholesalers, converters, large retail chains, contract operators and architects’ and interior design firms. To participate, it is necessary to pre-register by filling out the form available on the official website: www.propostefair.it/pre-registration/?lang=en
Proposte 2025: an edition rich with opportunities for industry operators.
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PROPOSTE 2025 | THE EXHIBITORS
The 32nd edition of Proposte, the world preview of furnishing fabrics and curtains, will be held May 6-8, 2025 at the usual venue of Villa Erba in Cernobbio.
"Made in Proposte" continues to represent a universal textile language that stands for excellence, quality, and innovation. Knowing their role as world leaders, the exhibitors will showcase their cutting-edge collections that are the result of a perfect balance between creativity and technology.
78 selected international exhibitors -30 Italian and 48 international - will present a preview of their new collections of furnishing fabrics, curtains, trimmings and wall coverings.
This year, Proposte has 6 new exhibitors: 2 from Italy, 1 from Belgium, 1 from Germany, 1 from the UK and 1 from Finland. Their products, organization and business philosophy meet the requirements for participation in the trade show.
The exhibitor list includes two important returns: Imatex 23 (IT), a leading textile company with more than 60 years of activity. All production processes are carried out in-house to create innovative and high-quality collections. In 2023, the company became part of the Rino Mastrotto Group, a world leader in the production of leather, fabrics and services for high-fashion, the automotive industry, and interior design. David Walters Fabrics (GB), a company specializing in the design and manufacturing of high-quality woven fabrics has also returned to Proposte. With 300 years of textile innovation, the company combines traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology, making all products at its Sudbury site, in Suffolk.
Participating for the first time at Proposte are: Tessitura Enrico Sironi (IT) a historic Italian textile company operating since 1892. A family-owned business for six generations, the company produces high-quality fabrics specializing in linen for furnishing, wall coverings, and interior design; it offers tailored and customized solutions and boasts the Masters of Linen® certification. Tavelmo (BE), a vertically integrated Belgian textile company specializing in quality textiles with special expertise in jacquard and piece-dyed velvets, offers a wide range of color and finish options, working on a bespoke basis in collaboration with editors. Hohmann (DE), a German family-owned business founded in 1907, grown considerably over the past 20 years and with a production capacity of 45,000 mt per day, offers a broad range of furnishing fabrics and curtains. Last but not least, Annala (FI), the only manufacturer from Finland, produces wall coverings combining timeless Nordic design, high-quality natural materials, and bespoke service. The company offers exclusive, additive-free fabrics made with respect for tradition and sustainable values.
"These new entries and the two important returns provide evidence of the value and attractiveness of Proposte," commented Massimo Mosiello, Director of Proposte. "Their participation will enrich the offering by bringing new perspectives and innovative solutions to the world of furnishing fabrics complementing the already prestigious products presented by our historic exhibitors every year during the three days of the Cernobbio event."
We also thank the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the Italian Trade Agency ICE for their unfailing support.
PROPOSTE 2025 | ADVERTISING IMAGE: THE FUTURE OF INTERIOR TEXTILES
The graphic image of Proposte 2025 includes "Proposte” written with different characters symbolizing the variety of the industry. Overlays and shades of colors combine tradition and innovation. The claim "the future of interior textiles" underscores the role of the trade show as a showcase for the new products that contribute to shaping the future of interior textiles, curtains, wall coverings and trimmings.
The 32nd edition of Proposte will be held from Tuesday, May 6 to Thursday, May 8, 2025, at the Villa Erba exhibition center in Cernobbio. Over time, the Trade Show has become a point of reference in the industry showcasing the excellence of the new collections of upholstery fabrics, curtains, wall coverings and trimmings. This is why we are already working to provide exhibitors, visitors and journalists with an experience above expectations.
We take this opportunity to remind you that Proposte is a trade show exclusively reserved for sector’s operators, who belong to the following categories: textile editors, upholstered furniture manufacturers, wholesalers, converters, major retails chain, contract operators, architecture and interior design studios.
President Alessandro Tessuto, along with the Board of Directors, the Executive Board and the Organizational Staff, wishes everyone Happy Holidays!
Proposte 2025: Villa Erba 6, 7 and 8 May 2025
The 31st edition of Proposte concluded successfully, showcasing the finest furnishing, curtain, trimming, and wall covering fabrics to industry professionals. Villa Erba witnessed a significant turnout on the opening day, with a calmer atmosphere following.
Positive the final balance of this thirty-first edition. The data from the first two days show an overall increase of 4%. The foreign component remains predominant, representing 70% of buyers from approximately 70 countries. Substantial stability in attendance from Germany and Great Britain, a slight increase from the United States and France, and after years of stability, there is an increase in Italian buyers.
"Proposte will remain at Villa Erba in 2025, adhering to the existing lease agreement. The 32nd edition will take place on May 6, 7, and 8," confirms President Alessandro Tessuto. "In the meantime, we are collaborating with the Exhibition Center management, the Municipality of Cernobbio, and Confindustria Como on a project to regulate participation from companies outside the exhibition."
Special areas in Ala Lario, including Cometa Formazione, Alliance for European Flax-Linen & Hemp, and Fashion Room, garnered considerable interest. Ala Cernobbio also featured four startups: CDC_Studio, FLOCUS™, Fili Pari, and YMPACT, all promoting innovative solutions for new materials and textile upcycling.
This year, ICE - Agency for the promotion abroad and internationalization of Italian companies - once again partnered with Proposte. They facilitated the participation of 51 selected buyers and 9 foreign journalists from the professional press sector, aiming to strengthen economic and commercial ties between Italy and international markets.
The opening day concluded with a delightful light dinner and background pop music, entertaining exhibitors, visitors, and journalists in the charming atmosphere of Villa Antica.
ComoCrea Interni gives positive feedback; the 23 designers are satisfied with the new contacts established and look forward to continuing their synergy with Proposte.
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INTERNATIONAL OBSERVATORY | 6 - 7 - 8 MAY 2025
During Proposte, same days same opening hours, Ascontex Promozioni promotes International Observatory at Sheraton Lake Como Hotel.
This three-day event, held simultaneously with Proposte in Cernobbio, will extend the most important high-end world preview of furnishing fabrics and curtains, based at Villa Erba, bringing together selected Exhibitors showing their latest and most exclusive collections to the international visitors.
Strict selection criteria, in terms of turnover, number of employees in the company, production volumes, quality, price and collection level, innovation have been applied by the Organizing Committee to admit the entitled Exhibitors to be part of INTERNATIONAL OBSERVATORY.
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Proposte 2024 - we're almost there!
Proposte 2024 | we're almost there!
We are pleased to announce the opening of Proposte, the International Trade Show of Upholstery Fabrics and Curtains, at Villa Erba from Thursday, May 2 to Saturday, May 4.
Proposte has become a point of reference for leading industry specialists from around the world, who come every year to see products of excellence presented by the best international companies in home textiles, curtains, wallcoverings and trimmings.
This year, the trade show hosts 79 exhibitors, 48 international and 31 Italian, representing the top tier in their segment and showcasing a preview of their most innovative and fascinating collections.
The claim of the 2024 communication campaign - "Textiles to ideas" - highlights how creativity and technology are at the core of the collections presented by the trade show exhibitors, reflected in assortments that meet the highest standards with a unique know-how that is difficult to imitate, featuring a wealth of options to satisfy the needs of the most demanding buyers.
Proposte’s quality is only at Villa Erba
Proposte’s exhibitors at Villa Erba have shown that they possess these characteristics, passing the rigorous controls of the trade show’s selection team and confirming their solid production capacity and design offices always ready to present innovative, cutting-edge fabrics.
Proposte is like a seal of quality that guarantees the excellence of the participating exhibitors. We know that outside Villa Erba there may be some companies that are not part of Proposte. These outside exhibitors, however respectable, are not part of our circuit and organization.
Comocrea at Proposte
At Proposte 2024, the growing number of exhibitors and the renewed collaboration with Comocrea – which allows the creation of supply chain synergies thanks to the contacts with the leading international textile designers – made the trade show expand and use the entire available area of the exhibition center.
The custom seating of the exhibitors of Proposte
In this edition, we also invite you to discover the elegance of the custom seating, specially designed by our exhibitors.
The exhibition continues outside the booths and also fills the Padiglione Centrale, where fine upholstery fabrics designed and interpreted by our exhibitors are on display.
Follow the path, enjoy a full immersion in a world of colors and textures and let yourself be inspired.
Finally, treat yourself to a moment of relaxation outdoors, where you can discover exclusive, weather-resistant fabrics designed for use in outdoor spaces.
Collaboration with ICE Agency
Finally, the collaboration with the Italian Trade Agency ICE will bring 51 selected buyers from 15 countries to Villa Erba: Australia, China, Croatia, the United Arab Emirates, France, Japan, Jordan, India, Slovenia, Spain, the United States, Sweden, Tunisia, Turkey and Hungary. 9 international journalists will also participate in Proposte to publicize the event through the publication of dedicated articles.
Evening event Proposte 2024
Lastly, we remind you that Proposte will host the traditional evening reception, with light dinner and music, at the end of the first day of the event on May 2. An ideal time for networking and relaxation.
All this is Proposte. All this is only at Proposte.
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Proposte 2024 - the exhibitors
The 31st edition of Proposte, the world's preview of furnishing fabrics and curtains, will be held at Villa Erba in Cernobbio from May 2 to May 4, 2024.
The exhibition will showcase the new collections of upholstery fabrics, curtains, trimmings, and wallcoverings.
In the incomparable setting of Lake Como, 79 selected international exhibitors - 31 from Italy and 48 from abroad - will present their solutions to the most sophisticated textile demands of entrepreneurs from all over the world (in 2023, representatives from 73 countries visited the show).
The exhibition area has been further rationalized to include 9 new exhibitors (4 from Italy, 2 from Belgium, 1 from France, 1 from Great Britain, and 1 from Spain), whose products, organization, and business philosophy meet the requirements.
Two important returns are worth mentioning. Eda - Enzo degli Angiuoni (Italy), acquired in 2023 by Francesca Busnelli together with a pool of investors, is renowned globally for the quality and style excellence of its furnishing fabrics. Seteria Bianchi (Italy) acquired by Fermo Fossati 1871 srl, is Italy’s oldest silk industry and the third oldest in the world, one of the very few that can offer pure silk furnishing fabrics to be used for a variety of purposes, ranging from heavy curtains to wallcoverings and upholstery.
The new entries include Print4 Group (Italy) e Tissage Mahieu (Belgium), Both companies produce wallcoverings. Proposte entered this segment last year with already increasing interest and appreciation.
Another new entry is Aquaclean Fabrics (Spain). With its revolutionary Aquaclean® technology, the company can meet the sophisticated needs of architects, interior designers, and detail-conscious homeowners.
For the first time at Proposte is Belo Velvets (Belgium) which has been designing and manufacturing high-end velvets and plain fabrics for more than 40 years.
Tissage des Flandres (France) will participate for the first time with its high-end jacquard pattern collections, which it has been producing for more than 130 years, along with Harris Tweed Hebrides (Great Britain), a world leader in British luxury fabrics.
Last but not least, Mariantonia Urru (Italy), is a company that creates unique handmade and jacquard fabrics with innovative technology.
"We are proud of seeing new companies participating in the show," commented Massimo Mosiello, Director of Proposte. "They will increase the prestige of the trade show. Two important companies that have already presented their collections at Proposte in the past are coming back. This is another confirmation that our trade show is increasingly becoming a fundamental showcase for industry operators."
Aware of their role as world leaders in furnishing textiles, Proposte's exhibitors are committed to creating cutting-edge collections that are up to face the challenges of competition with the ultimate goal of offering customers insights and opportunities to meet every need.
Made in Proposte is a universal textile language that fears no competition. The trade show is a showcase of a unique savoir-faire that is difficult to imitate. The participating companies have been working – maybe as never before - to offer products of excellent quality that are the result of a perfect mix of creativity and technology.
Like last year, the Ala Regina space will be reserved for Comocrea Interni, an event dedicated to textile design for furnishing fabrics, featuring the participation of the best international design studios. The collaboration between Proposte and Comocrea Interni was confirmed again to make the experience even more complete.
We take this opportunity to thank the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the Italian Trade Agency ICE for their unfailing support.
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Proposte 2024 - Advertising image: textiles to ideas
PROPOSTE 2024 | ADVERTISING IMAGE: TEXTILES TO IDEAS
The advertising image of Proposte 2024 celebrates creativity and innovation in furnishing textiles and uses the light bulb as a symbol for ideas. The headline 'textiles to ideas' integrates with the visual by linking the world of textiles to ideas, promoting reflection, innovation and creativity, thus reinforcing the bond. This representation offers an iconic image that draws attention to the link between textiles and ideas, highlighting the central role of creativity in the industry.
PROPOSTE 2024
The 31st edition of Proposte is scheduled for May 2-4, 2024, from Thursday to Saturday at Villa Erba exhibition center in Cernobbio. We are concentrating efforts to offer exhibitors, visitors and journalists an experience above expectations. The trade show has always been recognized as a point of reference in the industry and a showcase of excellence for new collections of furnishing fabrics, curtains, trimmings and wall coverings.
We remind you that Proposte is a trade show reserved for sector’s operators, who belong to the following categories: textile editors, upholstered furniture manufacturers, wholesalers, converters, major retails chain, contract operators, architecture and interior design studios.
Follow us for further updates. We look forward to seeing you at Proposte 2024!
The President Alessandro Tessuto together with the Board of Directors, the Executive Committee and all the organizational staff wishes you Happy Holidays!
Proposte 2024 - The dates
After an accurate analysis taking into account the calendar of holidays and other international trade shows, the Board of Directors of Proposte Srl, chaired by Alessandro Tessuto, has resolved that the 31st edition of Proposte be held from Thursday 2 to Saturday 4 May 2024. As usual, the location will be the Villa Erba exhibition centre in Cernobbio.
Proposte is a trade show reserved for sector operators belonging to the following categories: publishers of textiles, upholstered furniture manufacturers, wholesalers, converters, large distribution chains, contract operators and architects.
Proposte is already working to offer exhibitors, visitors and journalists an experience that meets their expectations. The trade show has always been recognised as a benchmark in the industry and a showcase of products of excellence represented by the new collections of furnishing fabrics and curtains.
To learn more about the news regarding the 31st edition of Proposte, we invite you to stay in touch via the social media Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, the website www.propostefair.it and the Proposte marketplace at fierasmart365.propostefair.it, whose objective is to offer exhibitors an up-to-date virtual showcase.