FABRIC MEMBERSHIP

Become Part of FABRIC

Reimagine Fashion – Shape the Future!

With the FABRIC Membership, you become part of a unique network for sustainable fashion – right in the heart of Hamburg's city center. Whether you're a label, start-up, or established fashion company: at FABRIC Future Fashion Lab, you'll find space, infrastructure, and visibility for your vision. Make use of state-of-the-art production technologies, share your know-how, and expand your network. FABRIC offers you an inspiring environment for urban production and creative exchange.

Production & Infrastructure

Transparent workshop spanning 200 m²
High-quality machinery: industrial sewing machines, laser cutter, textile printing, embroidery machine, 3D printer, direct printer
Opportunity to test modern production techniques

Visibility & Marketing

Presence in the showroom
Sales in the pop-up shop
Photo studio for content & lookbooks
Central location with high foot traffic

Community & Network

Access to Hamburg's fashion network
Exchange with labels, designers & companies
A standout location: 700 m² across 3 floors in the landmark-protected Galleria Passage
On-site café for networking and creative breaks

What does the FABRIC Membership offer?

The Basic Membership includes:

Participation in FABRIC programs and community events, and networking with the FABRIC community
Access to the professionally equipped workshop with a digital key
Use of the showroom on the 1st floor
Free use of the photo studio including equipment
Free use of FABRIC's offerings
Access to partner offerings (e.g. FabCity workshop or CLO 3D license)
Storage box included
Trolley bookable as a monthly add-on
Discounted use of specialist machinery
Discounted use of the pop-up shop
Event space: 1 day per year free of charge

Costs

Micro-enterprises: €120 net/month per person
Small enterprises: €210 net/month per person
Medium/large enterprises: Individual pricing upon request

Note: Prices apply per person for the Basic Membership. For additional users from your company, the price increases accordingly.

Application

You can submit your application here!

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you have any questions about FABRIC or the application process, feel free to contact us by email:

Apply for membership

FAQ

Who is FABRIC membership for?
FABRIC is aimed at, for example:
- Sustainable fashion labels and fashion designers
- Textile start-ups
- Small to large companies in the fashion industry
  … that have already been established or are about to launch their business.
You should have:
- A distinctive design identity
- A well-developed sustainability concept
- Realistic growth ambitions
Please note: Only in exceptional cases do we accept individuals or organisations that have not yet established their business.
What are the requirements for FABRIC membership?
For your application, we require:
- A portfolio featuring at least 1–2 collections or projects
- Current campaign materials (lookbook, images or videos)
- A clear sustainability concept (e.g. materials, production, business model)
- Information about the current stage of your business and your business goals
- A professional presentation of your brand identity
Is FABRIC the right fit for me?
If you can answer “yes” to most of these questions, FABRIC could be the right fit for you:
- Do you have a distinctive design identity and consider sustainability a core value?
- Do you want to grow and professionalise your label as a business?
- Do you need access to professional production infrastructure and innovative technologies?
- Are you looking to connect and exchange ideas with other sustainable fashion labels?
- Do you want to be part of a community working to make the fashion industry more inclusive and sustainable?
How does the application process work?
- Apply via our online form.
- We will review your information and get back to you.
- If capacity is available and you meet the requirements, we will be happy to offer you a FABRIC membership.
What benefits are included in the membership?
- Participation in FABRIC programmes and community events, and networking with the FABRIC community
- Access to the professionally equipped workshop via digital key
- Use of the showroom on the first floor
- Free use of the photo studio, including equipment
- Free access to FABRIC services and offers
- Access to partner services and offers (e.g. FabCity Workshop or a CLO 3D licence)
- Storage box included
- Rolling garment rack available to book monthly
- Discounted use of specialist machinery
- Discounted use of the pop-up shop
- Event space: one day per year free of charge
What is the duration of the membership?
- Membership starts at the beginning of each quarter: 1 January, 1 April, 1 July or 1 October
- Application deadline: one month before the start date (e.g. 1 December for a January start)
- Minimum membership period: 6 months
- Cancellation: 3 months’ notice to the end of a quarter