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What’s New for Impressions Expo Dallas 2026?

Impressions Expo Dallas is moving to the Dallas Market Center — placing exhibitors and attendees inside one of the nation’s most concentrated fashion and customization buying environments. Co-located with the Dallas Apparel & Accessories Market, exhibitors gain direct access to an additional 7,000–10,000 high-intent retail buyers actively seeking custom decoration, private-label programs, and fast-turn production partners. Attendees benefit from expanded sourcing across apparel, decoration, technology, and trends — all in one dynamic, centralized destination. 

More buyers. More opportunity. More ways to grow. Only at Impressions Expo Dallas 2026.

Why the Move to Dallas Market Center Matters for Exhibitors

Through our co-location with the Dallas Apparel & Accessories Market, Impressions Expo Dallas puts exhibitors in front of 7,000–10,000+ active retail buyers who come to Market ready to discover new partners, place orders, and explore customization. This audience does not exist at any other Impressions event—and it represents a major opportunity for decorators, equipment suppliers, and service providers.

Meet the Retail Buyers You Want

The Dallas Apparel & Accessories Market attracts a concentrated mix of high-intent retail buyers, including:

  • Boutique owners

  • Multi-door retailers

  • Online fashion brands

  • Resort and gift shops

  • Specialty apparel stores

These buyers come to market ready to place orders and source new product, making them ideal prospects for:

  • DTF/DTG printing

  • Embroidery

  • Blanks and apparel

  • Private-label programs

  • Small-batch and on-demand production

  • Fulfillment and decoration services

Why This Audience Matters to You

This is a high-intent retail crowd actively expanding their use of decoration. Exhibitors benefit from:

  • New buyer segments and fresh revenue streams

  • Opportunities to work with fashion brands, boutiques, and private-label programs

  • Increased Market-week traffic flowing through DMC

  • Greater demand for equipment, production services, and decorated apparel solutions

This co-location brings apparel sourcing and apparel decoration together—creating natural crossover opportunities.

Inside the Dallas Apparel and Accessories Market

The Dallas Apparel & Accessories Market is one of the country’s largest apparel buying events, bringing together:

  • Thousands of brands spanning women’s, men’s, and children’s apparel, plus accessories and lifestyle products

  • Buyers following established purchasing cycles, creating consistently high traffic throughout the event

  • A dense concentration of decision-makers all in the building at the same time

Retailers attend with intent—to place orders, source new products, and expand their assortments—making this the ideal environment to showcase decoration solutions, equipment, and services that help their business grow.

Why the Dallas Market Center Environment Works

Dallas Market Center offers more than a venue, it offers a built-in buyer audience. Exhibitors gain:

  • Visibility in a building filled with thousands of retail buyers

  • Increased walk-by traffic during Apparel Market

  • Synergy between fashion sourcing and apparel decoration

  • A chance to connect with retailers exploring new styles, custom drops, and production partners

Finally…What’s In It for Exhibitors?

By exhibiting at the new Dallas location, you gain:

  • Access to fashion buyers seeking on-demand decoration solutions

  • Opportunities to pitch private-label, small-batch, and fast-turn production

  • New verticals—boutiques, resort wear, online fashion, lifestyle retail

  • More visibility thanks to Apparel Market-driven traffic

This is your chance to expand into profitable retail channels and build new partnerships.

Why Attend Impressions Expo Dallas at the Dallas Market Center?

Discover the Latest Trends & Products

  • Explore thousands of brands in apparel, accessories, footwear, and lifestyle categories.

  • See the latest styles, fabrics, and finishing techniques in one place.

  • Find products and services that can refresh your store offerings or brand line.

Hands-On Learning & Expert Insights

  • Attend interactive workshops, demonstrations, and training sessions from industry leaders.

  • Learn new decoration techniques, production methods, and business strategies.

  • Gain actionable knowledge to improve efficiency, quality, and profitability in your business.

Connect With the Right People

  • Meet 7,000–10,000+ buyers and retailers actively sourcing products and services.

  • Build relationships with suppliers, decorators, and industry experts.

  • Network with peers and mentors to exchange ideas and grow your professional circle.

Grow Your Business

  • Discover customization, private-label, and small-batch solutions that give you a competitive edge.

  • Access equipment, materials, and services to expand product offerings or speed up production.

  • Tap into new retail and fashion verticals — boutiques, online stores, resort shops, and more.

Maximize Your Time

  • The co-location with the Apparel & Accessories Market means high-density traffic of buyers and decision-makers all in one building.

  • Explore products, services, and trends across multiple categories in a single visit.

  • Make the most of your trip by seeing, learning, and sourcing efficiently.

Who Should Attend?

  • Decorators, screen printers, embroiderers, and custom apparel specialists
  • Boutique owners and retail buyers

  • Online fashion brands and e-commerce operators

  • Brand owners, merchandisers, and marketing professionals

About the Dallas Market Center

Dallas Market Center (DMC) is a world-class tradeshow and showroom complex located in Dallas, Texas. As the most complete wholesale marketplace in North America, DMC connects retailers, manufacturers, wholesalers, and designers with more than 25,000 top brands across a wide range of industries.

Key Highlights

  • Unmatched Scale: A five-million-square-foot campus featuring over 800 permanent showrooms and hundreds of temporary exhibits. 
  • Diverse Industries: Markets span apparel, accessories, home & gift, men’s and children’s wear, equestrian, women’s fashion, and more. 
  • Year-Round Events: Dozens of trade events hosted annually, with markets scheduled throughout the year (e.g., January, March, June, September, October).
  • Cross-Industry Opportunities: Joint markets, like Apparel + Accessories Market and Total Home & Gift Market, allow for cross-industry attendance and collaboration. 
  • Global Reach: Tens of thousands of trade professionals from all 50 states and 85 countries visit annually. 

What to Expect in 2026

    • Interactive Learning: Silent disco-style theaters on the show floor offer engaging, on-the-spot education.

    • Fun Competitions: Print shops will compete for the chance to have their names featured on official show merchandise distributed during the event — adding excitement and a competitive edge.

    • Vibrant Networking: Connect with peers over happy hours, at the central bar, and with live entertainment designed to spark meaningful relationships.

Save the date for Impressions Expo Dallas at the Dallas Market Center on October 21 – 24, 2026!