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Clothing Manufacturing in Europe - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2024-2029)

ISIC 141 March 2024 Spotlight Report

Revenue

€97.8bn

2019-2024 5.5 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Employees

2m

2019-2024 5.2 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Businesses

203k

2019-2024 1.0 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Wages

€XX.Xbn

2019-2024 X.X %
2024-2029 X.X %

Clothing Manufacturing in Europe industry analysis

Europe's clothing manufacturing industry is largely driven by its reputation for upscale brands and high-end fashion. Countries like Italy and France have a renowned reputation for manufacturing high-quality apparel, which is in demand globally. As a result, industry revenue largely follows trends in disposable income and consumer spending. Clothing manufacturers have faced challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, severe inflation and foreign competition. Despite these challenges, the digital revolution has inspired new avenues for growth with the rise of e-commerce, which has become an increasingly central consumer shopping practice. Revenue is expected to slump at a compound annual rate of 5.5% to €97.8 billion over the five years through 2024, including a 3.6% drop in 2024.

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Industry Statistics and Trends

Clothing Manufacturing in Europe key trends

Online sales drive the fashion industry's digital revolution.

 

This is mainly due to higher consumer demand for more convenient shopping options, leading brands to improve their online presence and experiences.

European clothing manufacturers face international competition.

 

They balance this by offshoring production, focusing on luxury exports and capitalising on a hike in demand for locally produced, low-emission products.

Fast fashion contributes to global carbon emissions and material waste.

 

Manufacturers must shift towards sustainable methods, including recycling and using greener materials, driven by rising consumer awareness.

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Clothing Manufacturing in Europe

Industry Revenue

Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.

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Clothing Manufacturing in Europe market size (2019-2024)

Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 5.5 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €97.8bn in 2024.

Trends and Insights

Europe is known for its fashion and designer brands, boasting a reputation for high-quality apparel

  • Europe's fashionable reputation boosts demand for clothing manufacturers. Italy and France are recognised as the epicentres of European fashion and clothing manufacturing, with both countries hosting some of the most prestigious and influential fashion houses.

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Clothing Manufacturing in Europe outlook (2024-2029)

Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.

Future demand trends offer opportunities for clothing manufacturers

  • Online shopping will continue to be a key driver of demand. With ever-growing digital platforms, consumers have a broader range of choices. They can compare products and prices effortlessly, meaning manufacturers must keep up with clothing quality and pricing strategies.

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Revenue

€97.8bn

2019-2024 5.5 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Employees

2m

2019-2024 5.2 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Wages

€XX.Xbn

2019-2024 X.X %
2024-2029 X.X %

European Leaders & Laggards

Europe Job Growth CAGR: 5.2 % *
  • Job Growth

Top 5 Countries

  1. Lithuania +11.8%
  2. Czechia +9.7%
  3. France +9.1%
  4. Turkey +9.0%
  5. Latvia +8.1%

Bottom 5 Countries

  1. Slovenia -13.1%
  2. Cyprus -12.0%
  3. Malta -5.4%
  4. Luxembourg -4.7%
  5. Hungary -1.5%

* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.

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Biggest companies in the Clothing Manufacturing in Europe

Company
Market Share (%)
2024
Revenue (€m)
2024
Profit (€m)
2024
Profit Margin (%)
2024
LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE
91,444.0
24,908.5
27.2
Industria de Diseño Textil SA
41,072.5
13,006.5
31.7
Giorgio Armani SpA
2,654.8
212.8
8.0

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Clothing Manufacturing in Europe

Products & Services Segmentation

Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.

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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Europe in 2024?

The market size of the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Europe is €97.8bn in 2024.

How many businesses are there in the Clothing Manufacturing in Europe industry in 2024?

There are 203k businesses in the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 1.0 % between 2019 and 2024.

Has the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 5.5 % between 2019 and 2024.

What is the forecast growth of the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Europe is expected to grow.

What does the Clothing Manufacturing in Europe include?

Outerwear and Underwear are part of the Clothing Manufacturing industry.

Which countries have the most businesses in the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Europe?

The European country with the most businesses in the Clothing Manufacturing industry is Turkey.

How competitive is the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Europe?

The level of competition is high and steady in the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Europe.

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Table of Contents

About this industry

Industry definition

Firms in this industry manufacture clothing from a wide range of materials. Products include ready-to-wear and made-to-measure clothing, workwear, and casual and formal apparel. Underwear and hosiery manufacturing is also included in the industry.

Related Terms

Fast FashionOnline Pure PlayerEthical Consumerism

What's included in this industry?

OuterwearUnderwearWorkwearAccessoriesKnitted and crochet clothingCoats, jackets, blazers and other outdoor clothingArticles of fur

Companies

LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SEIndustria de Diseño Textil SAGiorgio Armani SpA

Industry Code

ISIC 2006

141 - Manufacture of wearing apparel, except fur apparel in Europe

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Performance

Key Takeaways

Europe is known for its fashion and designer brands, boasting a reputation for high-quality apparel

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Revenue Highlights

Trends
  • Revenue
  • 2024 Revenue CAGR
  • Revenue Volatility

Employment Highlights

Trends
  • Employees
  • Employees per Business
  • Revenue per Employee

Business Highlights

Trends
  • Businesses
  • Employees per Business
  • Revenue per Business

Profit Highlights

Trends
  • Total Profit
  • Profit Margin
  • Profit per Business

Current Performance

Charts
  • Revenue in the Clothing Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
  • Employees in the Clothing Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
  • Business in the Clothing Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
  • Profit in the Clothing Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis

What's driving current industry performance in the Clothing Manufacturing in Europe industry?


Outlook

Analysis

What's driving the Clothing Manufacturing in Europe industry outlook?


Volatility

Analysis

What influences volatility in the Clothing Manufacturing in Europe industry?

Charts
  • Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix

Life Cycle

Analysis

What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Clothing Manufacturing in Europe industry?

Charts
  • Industry Life Cycle Matrix

Products and Markets

Highlights

Trends
  • Largest Market
  • Product Innovation

Key Takeaways

E-commerce is driving Europe's clothing industry growth. By selling online, brands are reaching more customers, benefiting from lower costs and meeting demand for variety and convenience.

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Products and Services

Charts
  • Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis

How are the Clothing Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services performing?

Analysis

What are innovations in the Clothing Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services?


Major Markets

Charts
  • Major Market Segmentation
Analysis

What influences demand in the Clothing Manufacturing in Europe industry?


International Trade

Highlights

  • Largest Importer
  • Smallest Importer
  • Total Imports into Europe
  • Largest Exporter
  • Smallest Exporter
  • Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
  • Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
  • Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables

Value and annual change (%) included

  • Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)

Geographic Breakdown

Business Locations

Heat maps
  • Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2024)
  • Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2024)
  • Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2024)
  • Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2024)

Industry Geographic Breakdown

Data Tables

Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:

  • Revenue (2024)
  • IVA (2024)
  • Enterprises (2024)
  • Employment (2024)
  • Exports (2024)
  • Imports (2024)

Competitive Forces

Highlights

Trends
  • Concentration
  • Competition
  • Barriers to Entry
  • Substitutes
  • Buyer Power
  • Supplier Power

Key Takeaways

Innovation and brand reputation drive market share in European clothing manufacturing. Successful operators stand out by offering high-quality, unique products and by building strong, trusted household names among consumers.

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Supply Chain

Charts

Buyer and supply industries

Companies

Market Share

Charts
  • Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)

Companies

Data Tables

Top 9 companies by market share:

  • Market share (2024)
  • Revenue (2024)
  • Profit (2024)
  • Profit Margin (2024)

Data Tables
  • Countries of operation for LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE
  • Countries of operation for Industria de Diseño Textil SA
  • Countries of operation for Giorgio Armani SpA
  • Countries of operation for Chanel International BV
  • Countries of operation for Prada Group SpA
  • Countries of operation for Burberry Group plc
  • Countries of operation for Dolce & Gabbana SRL
  • Countries of operation for Liwe Espanola SA
  • Countries of operation for Jevaso SL

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Various regulations impact the European clothing manufacturing industry. Policies across Europe focus on sustainability, fair trade and labelling among others, shaping manufacturing processes and consumer choices.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Clothing Manufacturing in Europe industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Rising production costs are squeezing profitability. Spiking inflation, costlier raw materials, expensive energy and higher labour costs have all contributed, forcing many manufacturers to pass on increased costs to consumers.

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Cost Structure

Charts
  • Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
  • Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
    • Marketing
    • Depreciation
    • Profit
    • Purchases
    • Wages
    • Rent
    • Utilities
    • Other
Analysis

What trends impact cost in the Clothing Manufacturing in Europe industry?


Key Ratios

Data tables
  • IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
  • Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
  • Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
  • Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
  • Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
  • Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
  • Average Wage (2014-2029)

Country Benchmarks

European Leaders & Laggards

Data Tables

Top and boottom five countries listed for each:

  • Revenue Growth (2024)
  • Business Growth (2024)
  • Job Growth (2024)

European Country Performance

Data Tables

Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:

  • IVA/Revenue (2024)
  • Imports/Demand (2024)
  • Exports/Revenue (2024)
  • Revenue per Employee (2024)
  • Wages/Revenue (2024)
  • Employees per Establishment (2024)
  • Average Wage (2024)

Structural Comparison

Data Tables

Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe

  • Concentration
  • Competition
  • Barriers to Entry
  • Buyer Power
  • Supplier Power
  • Volatility
  • Capital Intensity
  • Innovation
  • Life Cycle

Key Statistics

Industry Data

Data Tables

Including values and annual change:

  • Revenue (2014-2029)
  • IVA (2014-2029)
  • Establishments (2014-2029)
  • Enterprises (2014-2029)
  • Employment (2014-2029)
  • Exports (2014-2029)
  • Imports (2014-2029)
  • Wages (2014-2029)

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