The latest developments for buttons, ribbons, decorative stones, closures, linings, lace, embroidery, interlinings as well as labeling and branding solutions will be presented by around 200 leading international ingredients and accessories suppliers in the ADDITIONALS Area at MUNICH FABRIC START.
HACKENBERG GROUP
The Hackenberg Group is presenting exciting new products for the coming Spring Summer 2025 season when it comes to ribbons, waistbands, textiles and labels. The three themes Classical Urban, Mix It Up and Holiday Mood showcase the most diverse trends in terms of colours, designs and materials. From floral, bright summer prints to neutral, exciting minimals, there is something for everyone. Fashionable waistbands matching the pocket lining or elasticated bands in 3D look complete the look.



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INDUSTRY PERFECT
As a creative source of ideas, Industry Perfect supplies the textile industry with innovative, sustainable materials as well as its own collections. The product portfolio of the owner-managed company includes body and pocket lining fabrics, high-quality knitted and woven tapes and highprecision handcrafted waistbands – entirely OEKOTEX ®, GOTS and GRS certified. Industry Perfect is your solution-oriented partner for design, development and production and accompanies textile processes from the initial idea to on-time delivery.


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KNOPF BUDKE
EXCELLENT BUTTONS – INSPIRED BY NATURE. Sustainable natural buttons, GOTS certified, characterise Knopf Budke’s summer fashion 2025. With new recycled materials and innovative dyeing techniques, they create environmentally friendly designs. Organic polyester gives additional sustainability, while customised designs emphasise personal style. A step towards environmentally conscious fashion that combines style and ethics.


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KNOPF SCHÄFER
In the 2025 summer collection by Knopf Schäfer, new objectivity meets playful lightness. Timeless classics are updated with the latest trend colours. In addition, translucent to iridescent buttons and accessories awaken the desire for summer. The extensive Real Corozo collection is particularly focussed on modernity and sustainability.

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MAINETTI
A greater focus on eco-sustainability and ethics in production, utilizing recycled materials to reshape a way of dressing that, while balancing attention to waste, doesn’t compromise the modern aesthetics of quiet luxury. Mainetti’s pursuit of precise and sustainable solutions leads to the exploration of innovative materials that combine functionality, comfort, and style. Customisations become more accessible through the use of technology.


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