Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris has unveiled its Autumn-Winter 2026–2027 trend book, Nova Fabula, a richly imagined narrative designed to guide and inspire future collections through the lens of emotion, sustainability, and innovation. The book will be presented in an immersive format at the upcoming Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris, to be held at the Paris-Le Bourget Exhibition Centre from September 15 to 17, 2025.
Curated by artistic directors Louis Gerin and Gregory Lamaud, Nova Fabula is shaped as a sensory atlas of “possible futures.” Built against a backdrop of accelerating technological change, ecological urgency, and the human need for emotional reconnection, the trend book channels the vision of a multidisciplinary creative collective composed of stylists, writers, visual artists, and color experts. This edition proposes a design philosophy where fashion functions not just as an industry, but as a vehicle for reflection and transformation.
Divided into four distinct creative universes, Natura, Spiritus, Philosophia, and Scientia-Nova Fabula captures the nuanced interplay between reality and imagination. Each universe features three star colors and six complementary tones, providing color palettes that shape the season’s identity. The themes are brought to life through carefully curated textiles and material affinities that act as both inspiration and a functional design toolkit.
Natura celebrates the living world as a source of regenerative creativity. Emphasizing organic textures and mineral tones, this theme frames nature not merely as a muse, but as a co-creator. Raw materials and fluid patterns contribute to silhouettes that feel protective and restorative a fashion biotope shaped by resilience and care.
Spiritus explores a contemporary spiritual awakening, turning garments into objects of quiet ritual. Fabrics are translucent and airy, evoking dawn-like hues and a subtle mysticism. This universe encourages designers to shift from digital noise to introspective calm, blending fashion with symbolism and serenity.
Philosophia takes on the intellectual dimension of fashion. It is a call to question norms and challenge conformity through sculptural forms, visual asymmetry, and critical expression. The color story leans on layered greys and thoughtful contrasts, where fashion becomes an arena for discourse and dissent.
Scientia merges knowledge and responsible innovation, envisioning a future shaped by soft technologies and synthetic yet nature-inspired aesthetics. Geometric patterns, modular garments, and advanced finishes offer a utopian view of science in harmony with the organic world.
Each universe will be showcased through moodboards, material samples, and curated installations across Hall 2. Gerin will present the complete narrative during a live talk at the Agora forum, marking the official launch of the trend book. More than a seasonal guide, Nova Fabula is positioned as a working resource for creatives seeking depth, direction, and relevance in their fashion practice.
