The global kids wear market was valued at $194,100 million in 2022, and is projected to reach $286,883 million by 2032, registering a CAGR of 4.1% from 2023 to 2032.
Kids wear refers to the segment of the retail industry that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling clothing and apparel specifically tailored to children. This market includes a diverse range of clothing items, including those for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-age children, and teenagers. Kids' wear includes various styles and categories, such as playwear, school uniforms, formal wear, outerwear, activewear, sleepwear, and accessories, all designed to meet the unique needs, sizes, and preferences of children. The demand for kids wear change according to the changing fashion trends, consumer demand, economic conditions, and sustainability considerations, as it strives to offer clothing that is comfortable, safe, and stylish for young consumers.
The kids wear market is analyzed on the basis of product type, end user, distribution channel and region. By product type, it is divided into apparel, footwear and accessories. By end user, it is bifurcated into boys and girls. By distribution channel, it is divided into supermarket & hypermarket, online stores, specialty stores, and brand outlets. Region wise, it is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA. Region wise, it is analyzed across North America (the U.S., Canada, and Mexico), Europe (the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, and the rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific, (China, Japan, India, Australia, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and rest of Asia-Pacific) and LAMEA (Brazil, United Arab Emirates, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, and rest of LAMEA).
The impact of the COVID-19 outbreak was moderately high on the growth of the kids wear market. Travel restrictions and lockdown ceased the activities carried out in the tourism industry. Conversely, recovery of the kids wear market is expected in the near future.
The demographics of the population have a significant effect on the kids' clothes market globally. Growing birth rates and population growth are driving the demand for children's clothing. The need for children's clothes has directly increased as a result of rise in birth rates or an increase in the number of children. Owing to this, retailers and producers have been compelled to increase the range of products they offer to satisfy the rising demand. Opportunities for specialty products and adaptations have increased due to changes in family size, culture diversity, and urbanization trends. Moreover, manufacturers have used strategic planning to satisfy the demands of the wide range of consumers. Furthermore, lifestyle choices have an impact on the type and quantity of clothing parents purchase for their kids. Furthermore, changes in family structures and consumer behavior have been brought about by changes in the economy and culture, such as the entry of women into the labor. The aforementioned factors have contributed to the growth of the children's clothes sector.
Furthermore, the shift in fashion and style preferences of parents and other caregivers has a big impact on the children's clothing market. The market for children's clothing has grown as a result of parents usually searching for clothing that both reflects their personal style and keeps up with current trends. This is also a result of shifting fashion trends, such as the demand for eco-friendly materials or clothes that is gender-neutral.
A variety of factors combine to offer a strong case for the use of innovative materials in the kids' clothing industry. These materials come in a variety of forms, including high-performance, hypoallergenic, sustainable, and eco-friendly textiles. In addition, the manufacturers provide parents with exceptional value by providing high-quality, long-lasting solutions that are resistant to deterioration. Adoption of cutting-edge materials have helped firms stand out in a congested market, to attract clients looking for innovative, inclusive, and safe children's clothing, and project an eco-friendly image. Moreover, consumers grow increasingly conscious of the benefits of innovative materials, which presents an opportunity for businesses to meet sustainability goals while appealing to a discerning and informed clientele.
While purchasing children's clothes, parents and other caretakers usually take pricing into account. Retailers find it difficult to maintain their profit margins while still offering options at competitive prices to their clients. Furthermore, the market's sensitivity to price limits the ability of corporations and shops to set their prices, especially when it comes to clothing for babies and toddlers. The issue of price sensitivity is exacerbated by the fact that children have a broad range of clothing needs, from playwear to school uniforms and special occasions. Less priced options like hand-me-downs and secondhand stores are luring customers away from traditional merchants. Retailers and manufacturers of children's clothing usually focus on offering reasonably priced ranges. Moreover, the main obstacles in the kids' clothes market include fit and sizing difficulties. The speed at which children grow makes it difficult for parents to predict their desired child's size. This typically results in returns and exchanges, which costs customers and businesses extra money. Children outgrow clothing quickly, therefore parents usually have difficulty determining the correct size, resulting in returns and exchanges. This difficulty is made considerably more challenging by the inconsistent sizing specifications that are frequently used in business between firms and even within the same brand.
Kids wear refers to the segment of the retail industry that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling clothing and apparel specifically tailored to children. This market includes a diverse range of clothing items, including those for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-age children, and teenagers. Kids' wear includes various styles and categories, such as playwear, school uniforms, formal wear, outerwear, activewear, sleepwear, and accessories, all designed to meet the unique needs, sizes, and preferences of children. The demand for kids wear change according to the changing fashion trends, consumer demand, economic conditions, and sustainability considerations, as it strives to offer clothing that is comfortable, safe, and stylish for young consumers.
The kids wear market is analyzed on the basis of product type, end user, distribution channel and region. By product type, it is divided into apparel, footwear and accessories. By end user, it is bifurcated into boys and girls. By distribution channel, it is divided into supermarket & hypermarket, online stores, specialty stores, and brand outlets. Region wise, it is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA. Region wise, it is analyzed across North America (the U.S., Canada, and Mexico), Europe (the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, and the rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific, (China, Japan, India, Australia, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and rest of Asia-Pacific) and LAMEA (Brazil, United Arab Emirates, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, and rest of LAMEA).
The impact of the COVID-19 outbreak was moderately high on the growth of the kids wear market. Travel restrictions and lockdown ceased the activities carried out in the tourism industry. Conversely, recovery of the kids wear market is expected in the near future.
The demographics of the population have a significant effect on the kids' clothes market globally. Growing birth rates and population growth are driving the demand for children's clothing. The need for children's clothes has directly increased as a result of rise in birth rates or an increase in the number of children. Owing to this, retailers and producers have been compelled to increase the range of products they offer to satisfy the rising demand. Opportunities for specialty products and adaptations have increased due to changes in family size, culture diversity, and urbanization trends. Moreover, manufacturers have used strategic planning to satisfy the demands of the wide range of consumers. Furthermore, lifestyle choices have an impact on the type and quantity of clothing parents purchase for their kids. Furthermore, changes in family structures and consumer behavior have been brought about by changes in the economy and culture, such as the entry of women into the labor. The aforementioned factors have contributed to the growth of the children's clothes sector.
Furthermore, the shift in fashion and style preferences of parents and other caregivers has a big impact on the children's clothing market. The market for children's clothing has grown as a result of parents usually searching for clothing that both reflects their personal style and keeps up with current trends. This is also a result of shifting fashion trends, such as the demand for eco-friendly materials or clothes that is gender-neutral.
A variety of factors combine to offer a strong case for the use of innovative materials in the kids' clothing industry. These materials come in a variety of forms, including high-performance, hypoallergenic, sustainable, and eco-friendly textiles. In addition, the manufacturers provide parents with exceptional value by providing high-quality, long-lasting solutions that are resistant to deterioration. Adoption of cutting-edge materials have helped firms stand out in a congested market, to attract clients looking for innovative, inclusive, and safe children's clothing, and project an eco-friendly image. Moreover, consumers grow increasingly conscious of the benefits of innovative materials, which presents an opportunity for businesses to meet sustainability goals while appealing to a discerning and informed clientele.
While purchasing children's clothes, parents and other caretakers usually take pricing into account. Retailers find it difficult to maintain their profit margins while still offering options at competitive prices to their clients. Furthermore, the market's sensitivity to price limits the ability of corporations and shops to set their prices, especially when it comes to clothing for babies and toddlers. The issue of price sensitivity is exacerbated by the fact that children have a broad range of clothing needs, from playwear to school uniforms and special occasions. Less priced options like hand-me-downs and secondhand stores are luring customers away from traditional merchants. Retailers and manufacturers of children's clothing usually focus on offering reasonably priced ranges. Moreover, the main obstacles in the kids' clothes market include fit and sizing difficulties. The speed at which children grow makes it difficult for parents to predict their desired child's size. This typically results in returns and exchanges, which costs customers and businesses extra money. Children outgrow clothing quickly, therefore parents usually have difficulty determining the correct size, resulting in returns and exchanges. This difficulty is made considerably more challenging by the inconsistent sizing specifications that are frequently used in business between firms and even within the same brand.
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- This report provides a quantitative analysis of the market segments, current trends, estimations, and dynamics of the kids wear market analysis from 2022 to 2032 to identify the prevailing kids wear market opportunities.
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- Porter's five forces analysis highlights the potency of buyers and suppliers to enable stakeholders make profit-oriented business decisions and strengthen their supplier-buyer network.
- In-depth analysis of the kids wear market segmentation assists to determine the prevailing market opportunities.
- Major countries in each region are mapped according to their revenue contribution to the global market.
- Market player positioning facilitates benchmarking and provides a clear understanding of the present position of the market players.
- The report includes the analysis of the regional as well as global kids wear market trends, key players, market segments, application areas, and market growth strategies.
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Key Market Segments
By Product Type
- Apparel
- Footwear
- Accessories
By End Users
- Boys
- Girls
By Distribution Channel
- Supermarket and Hypermarket
- Online Stores
- Specialty Stores
- Brand Outlets
By Region
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- UK
- Germany
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
- Asia-Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- Australia
- Malaysia
- Thailand
- Indonesia
- Rest of Asia-Pacific
- LAMEA
- Brazil
- United Arab Emirates
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- Rest of LAMEA
- H&M Group
- Dolce & Gabbana S.r.l.
- Marks and Spencer plc
- Gap Inc.
- The Walt Disney Company
- The Children's Place, Inc.
- Under Armour, Inc.
- Carter’s, Inc.
- Ralph Lauren Corporation
- Industria de Diseno Textil, S.A.
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 2: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
CHAPTER 3: MARKET OVERVIEW
CHAPTER 4: KIDS WEAR MARKET, BY PRODUCT TYPE
CHAPTER 5: KIDS WEAR MARKET, BY END USERS
CHAPTER 6: KIDS WEAR MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL
CHAPTER 7: KIDS WEAR MARKET, BY REGION
CHAPTER 8: COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
CHAPTER 9: COMPANY PROFILES
List of Tables
List of Figures
Companies Mentioned
- H&M Group
- Dolce & Gabbana S.r.l.
- Marks and Spencer plc
- Gap Inc.
- The Walt Disney Company
- The Children's Place, Inc.
- Under Armour, Inc.
- Carter’s, Inc.
- Ralph Lauren Corporation
- Industria de Diseno Textil, S.A.
Methodology
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They are also in professional corporate relations with various companies that allow them greater flexibility for reaching out to industry participants and commentators for interviews and discussions.
They also refer to a broad array of industry sources for their secondary research, which typically include; however, not limited to:
- Company SEC filings, annual reports, company websites, broker & financial reports, and investor presentations for competitive scenario and shape of the industry
- Scientific and technical writings for product information and related preemptions
- Regional government and statistical databases for macro analysis
- Authentic news articles and other related releases for market evaluation
- Internal and external proprietary databases, key market indicators, and relevant press releases for market estimates and forecast
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Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 288 |
| Published | November 2023 |
| Forecast Period | 2022 - 2032 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 194100 million |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 286883 million |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 4.0% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 10 |
