Home textiles and interior coverings converge on the shores of Lake Como from May 4 to May 6, 2027. Proposte 2027 gathers brands and professional buyers focused on fabrics, wallcoverings and interior décor with an emphasis on quality and design.
The 34th edition at Villa Erba
The 34th edition of Proposte takes place from May 4 to May 6, 2027 at Villa Erba in Cernobbio, Como. The event keeps its emphasis on physical product displays and direct meetings between brands and buyers. Pre-registration returns in February 2027 and the fair’s mobile app provides real time scheduling and updates.
Key figures to know
Proposte 2026 featured 87 exhibiting companies from 14 countries and recorded the attendance of over 2,500 buyers. The top five source markets were Italy, the United Kingdom, the United States, Germany and France. Institutional support included a delegation of 51 buyers and 16 journalists from 23 countries. Historically the fair reports 198,277 visitors and 261 exhibitors since 1993.
Sectors and company profile
The fair targets fabrics and wallcoverings for interiors and furniture. Exhibitors typically present physical samples and collections aimed at contract, retail and residential design. Recent exhibitor lists combine textile manufacturers, wallcovering producers and design studios showing prototypes and limited series.
How to prepare B2B prospecting at Proposte 2027
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Set market priorities. Focus outreach on Italy, the UK, the US, Germany and France based on past attendee flows.
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Bring the right samples. Carry swatches and technical sheets that highlight quality, composition and finishes. Tactile qualities remain decisive in textile sourcing.
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Book meetings in advance. Use the fair app to schedule appointments and check exhibitor lists before arrival. Pre-registration opening in February 2027 streamlines access and planning.
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Prepare concise commercial material. Provide production capacities, minimum order quantities and lead times up front.
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Map your route through Villa Erba. Plan visits by area to increase the number of productive meetings per day.
Proposte 2027 is the moment to assess collections and consolidate commercial contacts in home textiles and interior decoration. For exhibitor lists, floor plans and pre-registration consult the official site at http://www.propostefair.it, where the fair app is also available.
