Uniforms and Workwear Market Report 2026

The uniforms and workwear market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $84.75 billion in 2025 to $89.71 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of industrial and construction workforce, rising adoption of safety regulations, growth of corporate branding through uniforms, increasing demand for standardized employee attire, availability of mass-produced workwear.

The uniforms and workwear market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $111.27 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing shift toward eco-friendly textiles, rising demand for smart and functional workwear, expansion of service and healthcare sectors, growing preference for rental and managed uniform services, increasing focus on employee comfort and productivity. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for sustainable fabric workwear, rising adoption of rental workwear models, growing focus on safety and compliance apparel, expansion of industry-specific uniform designs, enhanced emphasis on comfort and durability.

The rise in employment rate is expected to propel the growth of the uniforms and workwear market going forward. The employment rate refers to the percentage of the working-age population that is currently employed. Increasing employment is driven by economic growth, which creates job opportunities, higher labor force participation, and effective government policies supporting workforce development. A higher employment rate boosts the demand for uniforms and workwear as more employees require appropriate attire for their jobs, thereby driving market growth across multiple industries. For instance, in May 2024, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, an Australia-based national statistical agency, total employment grew by 572,000 people, or 4.6%, with the largest increases seen in the Accommodation and Food Services industry, which added 145,000 people (13.6%), and the Health Care and Social Assistance industry, which rose by 123,000 people (8%). Therefore, the increase in employment rate is driving the growth of the uniforms and workwear market.

Key players in the uniforms and workwear market are focusing on developing durable and functional clothing solutions that enhance comfort, longevity, and safety for workers. Durable uniforms are designed to withstand heavy usage while providing reliable protection in demanding work environments. For instance, in July 2023, Alexandra, an England-based apparel company, launched its new Eco range, emphasizing sustainability through innovative garment technologies and eco-friendly fibers. This range, tailored for sectors such as healthcare and culinary services, integrates environmental responsibility with practical benefits, offering enhanced comfort and safety for workers. Alexandra’s Eco range aims to make sustainable professional attire accessible to both small businesses and large enterprises, addressing environmental concerns alongside functional requirements.

In March 2023, UniFirst Corp., a US-based textile manufacturer, acquired Clean Uniform for $300 million. The acquisition expands UniFirst’s presence in the Midwest by leveraging Clean Uniform's established market position. UniFirst emphasized customer and employee retention during the integration, maintaining high-quality service while enhancing operational capabilities. Clean Uniform is a US-based company providing a comprehensive range of uniform and facility management services.

Major companies operating in the uniforms and workwear market are Carhartt Inc, Dickies, Engelbert Strauss Ltd, Fristads Group, Wearwell Ltd, Red Kap, Lakeland Industries Inc, Alsico Group, Hunter Apparel Solutions Ltd, FlexiTog, IFR Workwear Inc, RefrigiWear Inc, Delta Plus Group, Sioen Industries NV, Aramark Corporation, Cintas Corporation, UniFirst Corporation, Technoavia Co, Vestis, Red the Uniform Tailor.

North America was the largest region in the uniforms and workwear market in 2025. The regions covered in the uniforms and workwear market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the uniforms and workwear market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The uniforms and workwear market consists of sales of protective workwear, safety gear, healthcare apparel, hospitality uniforms and industrial workwear. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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