Upcoming Trade Shows Cernobbio, Italy for Home & Lifestyle

One of the most important trade fairs for the home décor and lifestyle industry in Cernobbio is Proposte. It’s a small, intimate fair that hosts 79 exhibitors (48 international and 31 Italian brands), but manages to be a global hub for the home textiles industry. Proposte showcases the pinnacle of innovation and excellence in home textiles, curtains, wallcoverings and trimmings. Under the theme Textiles to ideas, the 2024 edition emphasizes the fusion of creativity and technology, which results in collections that exceed the highest standards. Exhibitors at Villa Erba have demonstrated their proficiency in producing cutting-edge fabrics, with a focus on meeting the diverse needs of discerning buyers. Proposte serves as a seal of quality. To buyers, an exhibition booth at Proposte means excellence and products of a high caliber. While acknowledging the presence of companies outside its circuit, Proposte maintains its mission to showcase the best of the industry within its organized framework. The thirty-first edition of Proposte was a resounding success that saw attendance rise by 4%. The international component remains dominant, with buyers from over 70 countries constituting 70% of the total. Notable trends include stable attendance from Germany and Great Britain, a slight uptick from the United States and France, and a noteworthy increase in Italian buyers. Looking ahead, President Alessandro Tessuto confirms that Proposte will continue at Villa Erba in 2025. Collaborative efforts with Exhibition Center management, the Municipality of Cernobbio, and Confindustria Como aim to regulate participation from external companies, which is done to ensure the integrity of the trade fair. Special areas within the trade show, such as Ala Lario and Ala Cernobbio, have garnered significant interest. These areas showcase initiatives like Cometa Formazione, Alliance for European Flax-Linen & Hemp, and Fashion Room, alongside innovative startups like CDC_Studio, FLOCUS™, Fili Pari, and YMPACT.