In August, we held a series of online meetings between Russian buyers and Chinese outerwear suppliers ahead of ICF 2022. The buyers included both large and well-known retail chains as well as small Russian designer companies.
The negotiations were productive, and the companies agreed to meet in person at the ICF trade fair on October 24–26. We expect to welcome well-known Russian brands among our visitors, such as the Incity women’s clothing chain, the off-price retailer Familia, and the children's footwear brand Kotofey.
In the meantime, we’d like to share their feedback on the online meetings:
Most of the suppliers we met with made a good impression. A big plus was that they hired models to show how the items fit. But we need more product details.
— Elena, representative of Familia retail chain
The negotiations were productive, and the companies agreed to meet in person at the ICF trade fair on October 24–26. We expect to welcome well-known Russian brands among our visitors, such as the Incity women’s clothing chain, the off-price retailer Familia, and the children's footwear brand Kotofey.
In the meantime, we’d like to share their feedback on the online meetings:
Most of the suppliers we met with made a good impression. A big plus was that they hired models to show how the items fit. But we need more product details.
— Elena, representative of Familia retail chain
The Chinese companies presented themselves well, showing the clothing on models, which is important during online meetings. Almost all of them deliver to the main ports of Shanghai and Guangzhou. Overall impressions are good; we will continue to explore cooperation.
Irina, representative of the Incity retail chain
Irina, representative of the Incity retail chain
In-Person Meetings
Of course, when purchasing products, it’s important to assess their quality, so in-person meetings are the most effective. Visit the ICF trade fair from October 24–26 at Expocentre to find the right products for you, verify their quality, and discuss all the details on site! Admission is free with online registration.
Of course, when purchasing products, it’s important to assess their quality, so in-person meetings are the most effective. Visit the ICF trade fair from October 24–26 at Expocentre to find the right products for you, verify their quality, and discuss all the details on site! Admission is free with online registration.