MAISON ET OBJET & WHO’S NEXT-BIJORHCA – 53 Greek Companies Recognized at International Fashion and Decoration Exhibitions in Paris 2025

Athens, 10 February 2025 | In January, Enterprise Greece once again organized national participation in the prestigious international trade fairs MAISON & OBJET and WHO’S NEXT-BIJORHCA in Paris, showcasing the dynamic presence of Greek companies.

The MAISON ET OBJET International Home and Interior Design Exhibition took place from January 16 to 20 at the Paris Nord Villepinte exhibition center, attracting over 69,000 visitors from 149 countries. The event featured more than 2,300 exhibitors from 59 countries, reinforcing its global appeal. Under the umbrella of Enterprise Greece, 26 Greek companies participated, presenting products from the decoration, furniture, and fashion industries. Notable participants included companies like: 7PM LEATHER JEWELS, AELIA ANNA, AETHER CONCEPT, AGAPIS JEWELLERY, ANNAKEY, B&N CONTRACT FURNITURE S.A. (10DEKA OUTDOOR FURNITURE), BLUECYCLE ΙΚΕ, BORD DE L’EAU, DORA HARALΑMBAKI, HARA KARAMICHALI JEWELLERY, JOIN CLOTHES SA, KORES – KARVELA IOANNA, MANOPOULOS CHESS & BACKGAMMON, MEXIL, MINIMUM A&N TSOUKALA PC, OLGA GKATZAVELI/TO KOUTI TIS PANDORAS, PAPADATOS SA, PINAKOTHIKI, PNT WORLD, POUFOMANIA, SORBET ISLAND HELLAS Ι.Κ.Ε., THE TEA CLUB, TOPOS WORKSHOP, V AND V MACRAME, WAKS – ELLINIKI ETERIA KERION, ZAKARTEX SA (LOOMCODE).

Meanwhile, WHO’S NEXT – BIJORHCA, held from January 18 to 20 at the Porte de Versailles exhibition center, is Europe’s leading international fashion trade fair for women’s clothing, with a focus on jewelry, watches, and their materials.

The event attracted over 38,000 visitors and more than 1,500 exhibitors. Greek jewelry companies performed exceptionally well, securing 2nd place alongside Germany in the BIJORHCA sector, with 27 Greek companies participating.

This strong Greek presence at both events underscores the growing interest and success of Greek businesses in international markets. Several companies have already expressed interest in participating in the September events and are preparing for future showcases.

The exhibitions were also attended by members of the Greek Office of Economic and Commercial Affairs in Paris, including Mr. Marios Mathioudakis, Mrs. Androniki Liakopoulou, and Ms. Vanessa Soulandrou, who had the opportunity to meet with exhibitors and delegates.

Dr. Marinos Giannopoulos, CEO of Enterprise Greece, highlighted the success of Greece’s participation, emphasizing the growing prominence of Greek companies in the international fashion and design sectors. He stated, “Greek creations stand out for their quality, ingenuity, and unique blend of tradition and innovation, making them competitive in leading international exhibitions. Enterprise Greece will continue to support the international growth of Greek businesses.”