How to implement circular solutions in the textile industry
11.04.2025The textile industry is undergoing a significant transformation, with circular production becoming a key priority starting in 2025. Are we ready for this transition? On April 8th, at TexCycle facility in Varna, Dean Manev, Vice Chairman of Bulgarian Fashion Association, together with other experts discussed how to implement circular solutions in the textile industry. The discussion involved representatives from business, local authorities, NGOs, educational institutions, and other stakeholders and was a good opportunity to present VERDEinMED project and to find synergies with the Green-Tex project. Key takeaways from the event:✅ The existing infrastructure and accumulated expertise should serve as a…
VERDEinMED project analyzes European textile circularity policies in its first VERDE Academy workshop
Representatives from Texfor, Fundación Ciedes, Mayoral, Asirtex, Texlimca, SIC Moda, The Loop Alliance, the Circular Vision association and T-Neutral participated in the event, which was attended by more than 40 people. In the VERDEinMED workshop, an initiative co-financed by the…
VERDEinMED opens Call of Expression of Interest for Service Providers
The VERDEinMED project has launched a Call for Expression of Interest to build a pool of qualified service providers and local mentors supporting innovation, sustainability and circular approaches in the textile sector. Consulting companies, research institutes, and independent experts are…
The new MUNICH FASHION AWARD is open to European Brands and Designers
The state capital of Munich will host the Munich Fashion Award for the first time in May 2025 under the motto The European Sustainable Fashion Award With A Tech Twist. The competition is aimed at emerging fashion and accessory designers…
BFA participated in EFA’s Policy Round Table in Brussels
As a member of the European Fashion Alliance BFA participated in EFA’s Policy Round Table, represented by Silvia Kabaivanova. The EFA Fashion Policy Round Table was held on December 4, 2024, under the patronage of Dr. Christian Ehler, MEP, and…
Days of Bulgarian Art and Fashion in Japan 2024: A Bridge Between Cultures
Tokyo became a vibrant stage for cultural exchange with the Days of Bulgarian Art and Fashion in Japan 2024 which took place from November 27 to 29, 2024. The event was organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria,…
Entrep Fashion Project Meeting Recap in Ruse, Bulgaria and Bucharest, Romania
Our recent Entrep Fashion Transnational Project Meeting in Ruse and Bucharest on 31 October and 1 November brought together participants to discuss sustainable fashion, project outcomes, and future initiatives. Over two productive days, we shared insights and explored collaborative paths…
FEA-VEE Project was introduced at Mariage Fest 2024
Bulgarian Fashion Association (BFA) presented FEA-VEE project during the event Mariage Fest in Bucharest, Romania, held from November 1st to November 3rd 2024. This event is a significant gathering in the wedding and fashion industry, showcasing the latest trends, designs,…
BFA took part in the 5th Transnational Partner Meeting of FEA-VEE project
The 5th Transnational Partner Meeting of FEA-VEE took place at the end of September in Leipzig, Germany and was hosted by ITKAM – Italian Chamber of Commerce for Germany. We had two very productive meeting days discussing and preparing the…
FEA-VEE Project Showcased at TexTailor Expo 2024
The FEA-VEE project was successfully presented by the Bulgarian Fashion Association and the Plovdiv Chamber of Commerce and Industry at the TexTailor Expo from September 26-28, 2024, in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. TexTailor Expo, one of the leading trade fairs for the…
Kickstarting Climate Action Online Program for apparel brands and retailers – Fall 2024
Today apparel brands and retailers – and all companies working with textile and apparel – are expected to have robust climate targets and a credible climate action strategy that is being implemented, not only to meet stakeholder expectations, but also…
Members of BFA can visit IFCO (Istanbul Fashion Connection) Fair as a “Hosted Buyer”
BFA invites its members to participate in the annual trade show what will take place at the Istanbul Expo Centre between ‘’7-9 August 2024’’. Product Range: As a Hosted Buyer you will enjoy the following advantages : If you are…
EuroBoosTEX project to support European textile SMEs in internationalisation in Australia
EuroBoosTEX launchs a 3rd call – Internationalisation Boost Grant – Australia – from May 15 to July 17, 2024. The goal of this call is to enable the 15 winning SMEs to discover or strengthen market opportunities by organising an…
Team ENTREP Fashion Met in Vienna
On 18th and 19th April, the ENTREP Fashion team, along with participants from Bildungslab, CRADLE-Promotion of Creativity, Innovation and Sustainable growth, Bulgarian Fashion Association, and Compass4U, gathered for our project meeting to explore fashion and production innovation. Day Highlights: Our…
ENTREP FASHION project will promote sustainable practices to migrant women and VET providers
ENTREP FASHION project held its kick-off meeting online on 13th March 2024 with the participation of the project partners – BildungsLAB – Hands&Minds Learning Center Austria, CRADLE Single Member P.C. Greece, Bulgarian Fashion Association and Compass – Beratung, Begleitung und…
Supporting the fashion industry in Bulgaria
