The CFDA and FASHION by Informa are partnering  to strengthen American fashion manufacturing, expand access to local production and create new connections between New York–based manufacturers and the global fashion marketplace.

The first fruits on the collaboration will launch at SOURCING by Informa this September, and  continue into 2027.

Debuting at FASHION by Informa’s New York Marketplace at the Javits Center on September 9–11, 2026, the partnership will bring CFDA‑curated local manufacturers and educational programming to the SOURCING show floor, creating direct access between local production partners and an international audience of brands, buyers and industry leaders.

“As the fashion industry continues to evolve, local production is becoming increasingly important not only as a business advantage, but as a way to preserve craft, improve speed‑to‑market, and create more resilient supply chains,” said Olivia Lyons, FASHION by Informa’s Head of Innovation and Partnerships. “We are thrilled to partner with the CFDA to champion the resurgence of local manufacturing and to showcase the exceptional quality and innovation happening right here in New York City. By bringing CFDA’s expanded network of local manufacturers directly to our global audience at COTERIE and SOURCING, we’re not just facilitating introductions; we’re helping to rebuild the infrastructure of American‑made fashion.”

The September event will also feature two CFDA‑led educational sessions and a showcase of six to eight manufacturers from New York City. The partnership will continue in February 2027 with an additional showcase and educational programming, reinforcing both organizations’ shared commitment to sustained support for local manufacturing.

“Local manufacturing is essential to preserving the creativity, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurial spirit that define American fashion while ensuring innovation continues to thrive close to home,” said Sara Kozlowski, CFDA’s SVP Program Strategies and Education/Sustainability Initiatives. “Our partnership with FASHION by Informa will create new opportunities to strengthen domestic production, support the future of American factories, and help build a more resilient manufacturing ecosystem.”

This initiative builds on the broader mission of SOURCING by Informa to connect fashion businesses, brands and sourcing professionals with a global network of manufacturers, suppliers, service providers, technology and educational resources.

CFDA’s local manufacturing expertise brings an important new dimension to the East Coast marketplace, one centered on proximity, innovation and the future of American fashion production.

Hero Image: Textile swatches from Dyenamix.