Dallas Market Center’s Final Apparel & Accessories Market of the Year Welcomes New Spring Styles
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Dallas Market Center, the leading marketplace for apparel and accessories, celebrated a strong finish to the year with its final Apparel & Accessories Market, welcoming retailers from coast to coast to restock inventory and be the first to place orders for new spring fashions, and be the first to see the trends that will be available again during the first 2026 Apparel & Accessories Market, taking place January 20-23.
“This final market of the year once again demonstrates the strength and resilience of the fashion industry in Dallas,” said Cindy Morris, president and CEO of Dallas Market Center. “Retailers continue to choose Dallas for its unmatched mix of brands, categories, and buying efficiency—alongside the energy and hospitality that make this marketplace truly unique.”
Trends from the Runway
The hottest spring styles in apparel and accessories for 2026 took center stage at the Contemporary Trend Fashion Show, where five distinct color stories set the tone for spring styles: black and white, blue hues, sheer pastels, lines and drawings, and cheerful pinks. Styled by Karl Marshall, the runway radiated joy and femininity, brought to life through light, flowy layers and organic strokes and large floral motifs that embodied a sense of ease and optimism.
Together, these looks celebrated color and confidence, creating feminine styles that felt both modern and natural. Accessories completed the story with purses in bold brights and rich textures, oversized belts, statement jewelry, and varying footwear silhouettes that tied each look together. The result was a show that captured the spirit of spring: joyful, colorful, and new.
“For this show, I wanted the styling to feel joyful and effortless,” said Karl Marshall, VP of Creative Design & Events at Dallas Market Center. “Each look plays with color, light, and movement through flowy layers, soft lines, and a feminine energy that feels both modern and romantic. The large floral motifs bring nature and life to the story.”
Buyers and Exhibitors Love Dallas
“We love coming to Dallas. We learn a lot of great things each time we attend market. Every time we visit, we find exhibitors we’ve never connected with before.” – Kineta Sadler, owner of Beautifully You Boutique - Buyer
“This market has exceeded our expectations. We had a lot of returning customers, but we also open more new accounts every time we come to Dallas.” – Ricky Oh, Wish List – 12th Floor Exhibitor
Looking Ahead to January
The first Apparel & Accessories Market of the year takes place January 20–23 during Dallas Fashion Week, offering buyers the opportunity to explore new product categories and discover what’s next in fashion. Taking place alongside the market are several key industry events, including KidsWorld (January 20–23), WESA’s International Western/English Apparel & Equipment Market (January 21–24), the AETA International Trade Show (January 21–24), and the Dallas Men’s Show Preview Day (January 21–24).
Dallas Market Center partner hotels are offering new, lower rates to support buyer travel budgets. Dozens of hotels, many within walking distance of the campus, are offering updated rates as low as $136/night. Rates valid until 2 weeks prior to Market, based on availability and are subject to change at any time so please reach out to Market Travel online or by calling 214-744-7444.
For future markets, visit the Dallas Market Center website and download the Dallas Market Center mobile app. Also, keep up-to-date on all information by visiting Dallas Market Center on Facebook, Instagram, and the DMC Daily Dose.
About Dallas Market Center
Dallas Market Center is a global business-to-business trade center and the leading wholesale marketplace in North America connecting retailers and interior designers with top manufacturers in home décor, furniture, gifts, lighting and fashion. Inside its dynamic, five million square foot campus near downtown Dallas, nearly 200,000 customers from all 50 states and 85 countries seek industry trends, business education and new products via open-daily showrooms and from exhibitors participating in trade events held throughout the year. With thousands of free parking spaces, hotel shuttle buses, efficient dock services, well-maintained vertical transportation, boosted cell phone coverage, enhanced WiFi, and on-site restaurants and catering, DMC’s superior facilities make shopping these markets convenient, enjoyable, and lucrative. Throughout the last six decades, the company has remained committed to ensuring that customers receive the support services they need to make their business experience in Dallas successful. dallasmarketcenter.com
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