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Apparel and Footwear in Germany

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  • 98 Pages
  • January 2025
  • Region: Germany
  • Euromonitor International
  • ID: 2646952
Retail volume sales of apparel and footwear in Germany are marginally improving in 2024 after a challenging year in 2023. However, challenges remain, as consumer sentiment is volatile, affected by unpredictable circumstances and global instability.

The Apparel and Footwear in Germany report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data 2020-2024 and analysis by distribution format allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, leading brands, and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market. Forecasts to 2029 illustrate how the market is set to change.

Product coverage: Apparel, Footwear, Sportswear.

Data coverage: Market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.

Why buy this report?

  • Get a detailed picture of the Apparel and Footwear market
  • Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change
  • Understand the competitive environment, the market’s major players and leading brands
  • Use five-year forecasts to assess how the market is predicted to develop.

Table of Contents

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
  • Apparel and footwear in 2024: The big picture
  • 2024 key trends
  • Competitive landscape
  • Retailing developments
  • What next for apparel and footwear?
MARKET DATA
  • Table 1 Sales of Apparel and Footwear by Category: Volume 2019-2024
  • Table 2 Sales of Apparel and Footwear by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 3 Sales of Apparel and Footwear by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 4 Sales of Apparel and Footwear by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 5 NBO Company Shares of Apparel and Footwear: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 6 LBN Brand Shares of Apparel and Footwear: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 7 Distribution of Apparel and Footwear by Format: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 8 Distribution of Apparel and Footwear by Format and Category: % Value 2024
  • Table 9 Forecast Sales of Apparel and Footwear by Category: Volume 2024-2029
  • Table 10 Forecast Sales of Apparel and Footwear by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 11 Forecast Sales of Apparel and Footwear by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 12 Forecast Sales of Apparel and Footwear by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
DISCLAIMER
SOURCES
  • Summary 1 Research Sources
WOMENSWEAR IN GERMANYKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Womenswear records modest growth in 2024 amid ongoing cost-of-living crisis
  • H&M Hennes & Mauritz retains leadership of fragmented competitive landscape
  • Retail e-commerce sales continue to rise in Germany
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Sustainability will shift from aspiration to measurable goal
  • Rise of second-hand market presents competition and opportunities
  • Womenswear consumers will continue to help drive online shopping
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 13 Sales of Womenswear by Category: Volume 2019-2024
  • Table 14 Sales of Womenswear by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 15 Sales of Womenswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 16 Sales of Womenswear by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 17 NBO Company Shares of Womenswear: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 18 LBN Brand Shares of Womenswear: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 19 NBO Company Shares of Women's Nightwear: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 20 LBN Brand Shares of Women's Nightwear: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 21 NBO Company Shares of Women's Outerwear: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 22 LBN Brand Shares of Women's Outerwear: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 23 NBO Company Shares of Women’s Swimwear: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 24 LBN Brand Shares of Women’s Swimwear: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 25 NBO Company Shares of Women's Underwear: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 26 LBN Brand Shares of Women's Underwear: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 27 Forecast Sales of Womenswear by Category: Volume 2024-2029
  • Table 28 Forecast Sales of Womenswear by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 29 Forecast Sales of Womenswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 30 Forecast Sales of Womenswear by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
MENSWEAR IN GERMANYKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Menswear maintains solid value growth in 2024
  • H&M maintains leading position in fragmented menswear landscape
  • Retail e-commerce continues to appeal to German menswear consumers
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Menswear to increasingly adopt smart solutions over the forecast period
  • Ongoing polarisation within menswear will allow consumers to find their style
  • A more streamlined shopping experience anticipated in the future
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 31 Sales of Menswear by Category: Volume 2019-2024
  • Table 32 Sales of Menswear by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 33 Sales of Menswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 34 Sales of Menswear by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 35 NBO Company Shares of Menswear: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 36 LBN Brand Shares of Menswear: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 37 NBO Company Shares of Men’s Nightwear: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 38 LBN Brand Shares of Men’s Nightwear: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 39 NBO Company Shares of Men’s Outerwear: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 40 LBN Brand Shares of Men’s Outerwear: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 41 NBO Company Shares of Men’s Swimwear: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 42 LBN Brand Shares of Men’s Swimwear: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 43 NBO Company Shares of Men’s Underwear: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 44 LBN Brand Shares of Men’s Underwear: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 45 Forecast Sales of Menswear by Category: Volume 2024-2029
  • Table 46 Forecast Sales of Menswear by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 47 Forecast Sales of Menswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 48 Forecast Sales of Menswear by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
CHILDRENSWEAR IN GERMANYKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Sustainability and durability rank highly among local childrenswear consumers
  • Wide store network in Germany helps Ernsting’s Family maintain its lead
  • Omnichannel strategy continues to advance to ensure wider reach
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Eco-friendly and ethical childrenswear will remain in demand
  • Circular economy will shape the sustainable future of childrenswear
  • Private label to continue to deliver affordable and innovative childrenswear
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 49 Sales of Childrenswear by Category: Volume 2019-2024
  • Table 50 Sales of Childrenswear by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 51 Sales of Childrenswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 52 Sales of Childrenswear by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 53 NBO Company Shares of Childrenswear: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 54 LBN Brand Shares of Childrenswear: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 55 Forecast Sales of Childrenswear by Category: Volume 2024-2029
  • Table 56 Forecast Sales of Childrenswear by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 57 Forecast Sales of Childrenswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 58 Forecast Sales of Childrenswear by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
SPORTSWEAR IN GERMANYKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Sportswear continues to trend in 2024
  • A strong comeback year for adidas
  • Store experience is still valued, but e-commerce sales continue to grow
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Intersection of innovation with style in elevated sportswear
  • Greater opportunities to appeal to 50+ demographic
  • Price-conscious and eco-conscious consumers will expect sustainable sportswear
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 59 Sales of Sportswear by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 60 Sales of Sportswear by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 61 NBO Company Shares of Sportswear: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 62 LBN Brand Shares of Sportswear: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 63 Distribution of Sportswear by Format: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 64 Forecast Sales of Sportswear by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 65 Forecast Sales of Sportswear by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
JEANS IN GERMANYKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Premiumisation of men's jeans and the demand for higher-quality options
  • Higher fragmentation and rise of second-hand market for jeans
  • Omnichannel strategy appeals to consumers of jeans in Germany
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Sustainable jeans to become mainstream
  • Comfort and functionality set to redefine jeans over the forecast period
  • Customisation and innovation to drive future denim choices
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 66 Sales of Jeans by Category: Volume 2019-2024
  • Table 67 Sales of Jeans by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 68 Sales of Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 69 Sales of Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 70 Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: Volume 2019-2024
  • Table 71 Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 72 Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 73 Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 74 Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: Volume 2019-2024
  • Table 75 Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 76 Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 77 Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 78 NBO Company Shares of Jeans: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 79 LBN Brand Shares of Jeans: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 80 Forecast Sales of Jeans by Category: Volume 2024-2029
  • Table 81 Forecast Sales of Jeans by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 82 Forecast Sales of Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 83 Forecast Sales of Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 84 Forecast Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: Volume 2024-2029
  • Table 85 Forecast Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 86 Forecast Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 87 Forecast Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 88 Forecast Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: Volume 2024-2029
  • Table 89 Forecast Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 90 Forecast Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 91 Forecast Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
HOSIERY IN GERMANYKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Hosiery sales grow despite inflation
  • Sustainability and fashionable designs on the rise
  • E-commerce grows alongside traditional retail offline dominance
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Shapewear and functional hosiery meet wellness needs
  • Sustainability to drive eco-friendly materials and production
  • Potential for further price rises due to raw material and production costs
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 92 Sales of Hosiery by Category: Volume 2019-2024
  • Table 93 Sales of Hosiery by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 94 Sales of Hosiery by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 95 Sales of Hosiery by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 96 NBO Company Shares of Hosiery: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 97 LBN Brand Shares of Hosiery: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 98 Forecast Sales of Hosiery by Category: Volume 2024-2029
  • Table 99 Forecast Sales of Hosiery by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 100 Forecast Sales of Hosiery by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 101 Forecast Sales of Hosiery by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
APPAREL ACCESSORIES IN GERMANYKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Marginal upturn in volume sales of apparel accessories
  • Inflation drives demand for sustainable, minimalist accessories
  • E-commerce grows despite preference for physical shopping
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Minimalism will drive a shift towards timeless, high-quality accessories
  • Rising production costs to potentially lead to higher prices
  • Second-hand market set to thrive via online platforms
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 102 Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: Volume 2019-2024
  • Table 103 Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 104 Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 105 Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 106 NBO Company Shares of Apparel Accessories: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 107 LBN Brand Shares of Apparel Accessories: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 108 Forecast Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: Volume 2024-2029
  • Table 109 Forecast Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 110 Forecast Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 111 Forecast Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
FOOTWEAR IN GERMANYKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Marginal rebound for footwear demand in Germany
  • Inflation pressures lead to price hikes and a rise in second-hand shopping
  • Deichmann leads footwear with sustainability and strong retail presence
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Ethical and eco-friendly footwear on the rise
  • Customised footwear to gain popularity in Germany
  • E-commerce footwear sales to gain momentum in Germany
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 112 Sales of Footwear by Category: Volume 2019-2024
  • Table 113 Sales of Footwear by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 114 Sales of Footwear by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 115 Sales of Footwear by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 116 NBO Company Shares of Footwear: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 117 LBN Brand Shares of Footwear: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 118 Distribution of Footwear by Format: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 119 Forecast Sales of Footwear by Category: Volume 2024-2029
  • Table 120 Forecast Sales of Footwear by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 121 Forecast Sales of Footwear by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 122 Forecast Sales of Footwear by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029