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Read MoreFor three decades, the Proposte Fair has been a highly anticipated trade show for high-end home furnishings textile manufacturers and mills. The event brings together top mills, exquisite fabrics, and talented individuals, with beautiful Lake Como as a backdrop. Through my multiple visits, I have refined my strategies, and I hope they are useful to others attending the fair.
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