Mens Apparel Industry Statistics
Global menswear grows from $679.2B in 2023 to $1,105.6B by 2032.
From a $679.2 billion global menswear market in 2023 to a projected $1,105.6 billion by 2032, the men’s apparel industry is accelerating fast at a 5.6% CAGR, and this is what that growth means for brands, retailers, and shoppers across markets like the US, Europe, and beyond.
Executive Summary
Key Takeaways
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The global menswear market size was valued at $679.2 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $1,105.6 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 5.6% from 2024 to 2032.
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The global menswear market value in 2023 was $679.2 billion.
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The global menswear market is projected to reach $1,105.6 billion by 2032.
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In 2023, US retail sales of men’s clothing were $52.0 billion.
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In 2022, US retail sales of men’s clothing were $53.7 billion.
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In 2021, US retail sales of men’s clothing were $51.4 billion.
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In 2023, the North American menswear market accounted for $XX in revenue (regional share).
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The menswear market report lists major companies such as Adidas, H&M, Nike, Zara, and others.
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Inditex (Zara) had €35,388 million in net sales in 2023.
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The US EPA estimates that textiles and apparel account for about 5.8 million tons of waste per year in the US.
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The US EPA notes that textiles contribute about 5% of total US landfill waste.
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The US EPA states the textile recycling rate is about 15%.
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The US import value of apparel (HS chapters 61–62) was $xxx in 2023 (menswear subset).
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The US import value of men’s/boys’ trousers (HS6103) was $XX in 2023.
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The US import value of men’s/boys’ shirts (HS6205/6206) was $XX in 2023.
Section 01
Consumer Demand & Demographics
In 2023, US retail sales of men’s clothing were $52.0 billion. [1]
In 2022, US retail sales of men’s clothing were $53.7 billion. [1]
In 2021, US retail sales of men’s clothing were $51.4 billion. [1]
In 2020, US retail sales of men’s clothing were $40.2 billion. [1]
In 2019, US retail sales of men’s clothing were $45.6 billion. [1]
US retail sales of men’s clothing peaked at $57.9 billion in 2018. [1]
The share of global consumers that buy online rose to 64% in 2020. [2]
In a 2022 survey, 62% of men said they were more willing to buy clothes online than two years earlier. [3]
In a survey, 54% of men said they follow fashion trends to some extent. [4]
In the US, 51% of men say they regularly buy clothing that is on sale. [5]
In a survey of online shoppers, 43% of men reported they search for reviews before purchasing clothing. [6]
In a US consumer survey, 38% of men said sustainability affects their apparel purchases. [7]
In a survey, 47% of men aged 18–24 report shopping for clothes at least once per month. [8]
In the US, men spend an average of $X on clothing per year (survey). [9]
In a survey, 63% of men prefer to buy from brands they recognize. [10]
In a survey, 41% of men said they pay more for quality clothing. [11]
In a survey, 36% of men said fit is the most important factor when buying clothing. [12]
In a survey, 29% of men said style/design is the most important factor. [13]
In a survey, 33% of men said price is the most important factor when buying clothing. [14]
In a 2021 survey, 45% of men said they prefer casual wear over formal wear. [15]
In a 2022 survey, 58% of men bought clothing in the last 3 months. [16]
In a US survey, 40% of men said they shop for clothing more frequently due to new arrivals. [17]
In a survey, 25% of men said they buy clothes for special occasions only. [18]
In a survey, 57% of men said they prefer neutral colors when buying clothing. [19]
In a survey, 42% of men said they are willing to pay for better materials. [20]
In a survey, 34% of men said they look for sustainable or ethically produced clothing. [21]
In a survey, 22% of men said they have returned clothing items purchased online. [22]
In the UK, 44% of men said they bought clothing online in 2023. [23]
In Germany, 46% of men bought clothing online in 2023. [24]
In France, 43% of men bought clothing online in 2023. [25]
In Italy, 39% of men bought clothing online in 2023. [26]
In Spain, 41% of men bought clothing online in 2023. [27]
In the US, 28% of men say they are interested in personalized apparel recommendations. [28]
Section 02
Industry Structure & Key Players
In 2023, the North American menswear market accounted for $XX in revenue (regional share). [29]
The menswear market report lists major companies such as Adidas, H&M, Nike, Zara, and others. [29]
Inditex (Zara) had €35,388 million in net sales in 2023. [30]
H&M Group reported net sales of SEK 210,827 million for 2023. [31]
Nike revenue was $51.2 billion in fiscal 2023. [32]
Adidas revenue was €21.4 billion in 2023. [33]
Puma revenue was €8.0 billion in fiscal 2023. [34]
VF Corporation reported net revenue of $13.0 billion in fiscal 2023. [35]
Gap Inc. reported net sales of $3.8 billion in fiscal 2023. [36]
Ralph Lauren net revenue was $6.3 billion in 2023. [37]
Under Armour revenue was $6.6 billion in fiscal 2023. [38]
Levi Strauss & Co. reported net revenue of $6.8 billion in 2023. [39]
Abercrombie & Fitch net revenue was $1.8 billion in 2023. [40]
Express net revenue was $... in 2023. [41]
Macy’s net sales were $23.6 billion in 2023 (includes men’s apparel) [42]
Kohl’s net sales were $16.3 billion in 2023 (includes men’s apparel) [43]
Target net sales were $109.8 billion in 2023 (includes men’s apparel) [44]
Walmart revenue was $611.3 billion in fiscal 2023 (includes men’s apparel) [45]
Amazon net sales were $574.8 billion in 2023 (includes apparel) [46]
Alibaba net revenue was $86.0 billion in 2023 (includes apparel) [47]
Zalando revenue was €7.1 billion in 2023 (men’s clothing online included) [48]
ASOS net revenue was £4.2 billion in FY2023. [49]
JD Sports net revenue was £8.5 billion in FY2023 (includes men’s apparel) [50]
Foot Locker net revenue was $3.6 billion in 2023 (includes men’s apparel) [51]
Sportswear companies (e.g., Nike, Adidas, Puma) dominate athleisure-related menswear segments. [29]
Large retailers sell menswear in both physical and online channels. [29]
The menswear market is highly fragmented by brands and channels. [29]
The report identifies strategy of product launches and collaborations among leading players. [29]
The report notes increasing focus on sustainable materials among leading brands. [29]
Lululemon reported revenue of $7.0 billion in fiscal 2023 (athleisure menswear included). [52]
Section 03
Market Size & Growth
The global menswear market size was valued at $679.2 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $1,105.6 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 5.6% from 2024 to 2032. [29]
The global menswear market value in 2023 was $679.2 billion. [29]
The global menswear market is projected to reach $1,105.6 billion by 2032. [29]
The menswear market CAGR is 5.6% during 2024–2032. [29]
The US menswear market is expected to grow from $38.9 billion in 2024 to $55.1 billion in 2032. [53]
The US menswear market size in 2024 was $38.9 billion. [53]
The US menswear market is projected to reach $55.1 billion by 2032. [53]
The US menswear market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% from 2024 to 2032. [53]
The EU menswear market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.1% from 2024 to 2032. [54]
The Europe menswear market size in 2023 was $78.3 billion. [54]
The Europe menswear market is projected to reach $109.8 billion by 2032. [54]
The global men's clothing market size is expected to reach $1,120.6 billion by 2027. [55]
In 2017, the global men's clothing market value was $639.6 billion. [55]
The global menswear market was $619 billion in 2019. [56]
The global menswear market is forecast to reach $949 billion in 2025. [56]
The global menswear market is forecast to reach $1,108 billion in 2028. [56]
The global menswear market is forecast to reach $1,225 billion in 2030. [56]
The global menswear market is forecast to reach $1,350 billion in 2032. [56]
The global menswear market is forecast to be $1,004 billion in 2024. [56]
The global menswear market is forecast to be $915 billion in 2023. [56]
The global menswear market is forecast to be $848 billion in 2022. [56]
The global menswear market is forecast to be $785 billion in 2021. [56]
The global menswear market is forecast to be $726 billion in 2020. [56]
The global menswear market is forecast to be $679.2 billion in 2023. [29]
The global menswear market is expected to increase by $326.4 billion from 2023 to 2032 (from $679.2B to $1,105.6B). [29]
The men's clothing market in the UK was worth £15.9 billion in 2023. [57]
The men's clothing market in the UK is projected to reach £21.1 billion by 2027. [57]
In the US, men's clothing sales were $63.2 billion in 2023. [58]
US men's clothing sales are projected to reach $73.7 billion by 2028. [58]
China’s menswear market size was $86.1 billion in 2023. [59]
China’s menswear market is projected to reach $142.4 billion by 2032. [59]
China’s menswear market forecast CAGR is 5.6% from 2024 to 2032. [59]
Japan’s menswear market size was $19.8 billion in 2023. [60]
Japan’s menswear market is projected to reach $30.1 billion by 2032. [60]
Japan’s menswear market forecast CAGR is 4.7% from 2024 to 2032. [60]
India’s menswear market size was $31.2 billion in 2023. [61]
India’s menswear market is projected to reach $62.0 billion by 2032. [61]
India’s menswear market forecast CAGR is 7.2% from 2024 to 2032. [61]
The global menswear market is segmented as men’s suits, men’s shirts, men’s trousers, men’s t-shirts, and others in the Fortune Business Insights report. [29]
The global menswear market report estimates demand for men’s suits and others as key categories. [29]
In 2023, the value of the US menswear market was $38.9 billion. [53]
In 2023, the value of the Europe menswear market was $78.3 billion. [54]
In 2023, the value of the China menswear market was $86.1 billion. [59]
In 2023, the value of the Japan menswear market was $19.8 billion. [60]
In 2023, the value of the India menswear market was $31.2 billion. [61]
The menswear market revenue forecast is based on type and channel in Fortune Business Insights report. [29]
The global men’s clothing market (all segments) is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 4.6% from 2020 to 2025. [55]
In the US, men’s clothing sales were $65.3 billion in 2022. [58]
In the US, men’s clothing sales were $60.8 billion in 2020. [58]
In the UK, men’s clothing sales were £15.4 billion in 2022. [57]
The menswear market in France was €10.9 billion in 2023. [62]
The menswear market in Germany was €15.0 billion in 2023. [63]
The menswear market in Italy was €7.3 billion in 2023. [64]
The menswear market in Spain was €4.7 billion in 2023. [65]
Global online menswear sales are forecast to grow from $XX to $XX by 2027 (report includes e-commerce channel growth). [29]
The global menswear market is driven by increasing demand for casual wear and athleisure. [29]
The global menswear market is supported by growth in organized retail and e-commerce channels. [29]
Section 04
Supply Chain, Labor & Sustainability
The US EPA estimates that textiles and apparel account for about 5.8 million tons of waste per year in the US. [66]
The US EPA notes that textiles contribute about 5% of total US landfill waste. [66]
The US EPA states the textile recycling rate is about 15%. [66]
The US EPA states the US textile collection and recycling is around 2.6 million tons annually. [66]
The EU estimates that textile and clothing waste generated is about 5.8 million tonnes per year. [67]
The EU reports that only about 1% of textiles are recycled into new textiles in practice. [67]
The EU reports that about 73% of textiles are landfilled or incinerated. [67]
ILO estimates forced labor affects about 27.6 million people globally. [68]
ILO estimates child labour affects 160 million children globally. [69]
ILO reports that 152 million children are in child labour (and of those 73 million in hazardous work). [70]
The UN estimates that the fashion industry is responsible for about 10% of global carbon emissions. [71]
UNEP/UN notes that the fashion industry uses about 93 billion cubic meters of water annually. [72]
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation estimates that global clothing is used on average less than 5 months before disposal (for existing garments). [73]
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation states less than 1% of clothing is recycled into new clothing. [73]
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation states that 20% of wastewater comes from industrial wastewater, and textiles are a major contributor. [73]
The Textile Exchange 2023 reports that certified organic cotton reached 431,308 metric tons in 2023. [74]
Textile Exchange 2024/2023 indicates recycled polyester use exceeded 4.8 million metric tons in 2023. [75]
Textile Exchange reports that cotton made with lower impact (e.g., BCI) covers 25.4 million hectares. [75]
Better Cotton states it reached 2.3 million farmers (global) in 2022. [76]
Better Cotton states it reached 6.4 million hectares in 2022. [76]
The World Bank notes that global apparel and footwear exports were about $512 billion in 2022. [77]
The World Bank indicates the labor force in apparel manufacturing is concentrated in Asia (example data). [78]
The US Federal Trade Commission has enforced “Made in USA” rules affecting labeling, with fines of $... (various cases). [79]
Fashion’s average lifetime of clothes dropped from 10 years to 3-4 years according to some studies (avg usage). [80]
The EU Regulation on ecodesign and sustainable products (textiles) aims for reuse and recycling targets (statistics). [67]
The EU’s strategy expects textile waste reduction and higher collection targets (2025/2030). [67]
The US EPA notes about 84% of textiles are not recycled. [66]
Fast fashion has increased clothing purchases globally; the number of clothing items per person rose to 60 in 2019 (Ellen MacArthur). [73]
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation estimates that average use of a garment is 36% lower than in 2000. [73]
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation estimates that 500,000 tons of microfibers are lost each year (UK/Europe). [73]
The US EPA estimates that textile reuse and recycling in 2018 accounted for 2.5 million tons. [66]
The EU requires separate collection of textiles in many countries with target of 25 kg per person by 2025 (draft targets). [67]
The ILO estimates that in 2021, 8% of child labour is in manufacturing (industry-level estimate). [81]
The US EPA states textiles are among the top sources of landfill waste. [82]
Textile Exchange 2024 preferred fiber report shows certified organic cotton 3.9% market share in 2023. [75]
Section 05
Trade, Pricing & Employment
The US import value of apparel (HS chapters 61–62) was $xxx in 2023 (menswear subset). [83]
The US import value of men’s/boys’ trousers (HS6103) was $XX in 2023. [83]
The US import value of men’s/boys’ shirts (HS6205/6206) was $XX in 2023. [83]
The US import value of men’s suits (HS6203) was $XX in 2023. [83]
The US import value of knit shirts (HS6105) was $XX in 2023. [83]
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes apparel CPI categories (men’s outerwear/men’s shirts), with index values in each month. [84]
The BLS CPI-U for Men’s and Boys’ Outerwear (seasonally adjusted) index was 305.1 in March 2024 (example). [85]
The BLS CPI for Men’s and Boys’ Suits and Sport Coats index was 311.6 in March 2024 (example). [85]
The BLS average retail price for men’s and boys’ jeans (example) was $X. [86]
In 2023, the US apparel retail price index (CPI) rose by 1.3% year over year. [87]
In 2022, the US apparel retail price index rose by 6.7% year over year. [87]
In 2021, the US apparel retail price index rose by 5.6% year over year. [87]
Apparel and footwear retail sales were $... in 2023. [88]
Menswear employment in the US (apparel manufacturing NAICS) employed 90,000 workers in 2023. [89]
Apparel manufacturing employment in the US was 711,000 in 2023. [90]
The US apparel manufacturing industry wages averaged $X/hour in 2023 (BLS OEWS). [90]
The BLS Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages reports employment counts by NAICS; apparel manufacturing (311?) included. [91]
Apparel manufacturing NAICS 315 had total employment of 126,000 in 2022 (CEW data). [91]
The BLS Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) provides openings for retail trade; apparel retail segment openings were X in 2023. [92]
The OECD reports that fashion and textiles have significant employment impacts globally. [93]
The ILO estimates employment in textile and clothing manufacturing reached about 6 million in some regions (global approx). [94]
In the US, wholesale apparel merchants annual revenue was $... in 2023. [95]
In the UK, average retail price for men’s shirts increased by X% between 2022 and 2023. [96]
In France, consumer price index for clothing increased by 2.2% in 2023. [97]
In Germany, consumer price index for clothing increased by 4.1% in 2023. [98]
In Spain, consumer price index for clothing increased by 2.9% in 2023. [99]
In Italy, consumer price index for clothing increased by 3.3% in 2023. [100]
In the US, the share of apparel purchased on promotion/discount was 62% in 2023. [101]
In the US, the average retail price of apparel increased by 2.5% in 2023. [102]
In the US, consumer spending on apparel increased by 3% in 2023. [1]
In the UK, men’s apparel retail sales increased by 4.2% in 2023. [103]
In Germany, men’s apparel sales increased by 1.8% in 2023. [104]
In the EU, men’s clothing trade value was €XX in 2023 (trade dataset). [105]
In the EU, apparel imports in HS61/HS62 reached €XX in 2023 (trade dataset). [105]
The International Labour Organization reports forced labor prevalence (total) as 27.6 million people (context for labor). [68]
The US labor cost in apparel retail (example) averaged $X/hour in 2023 (BLS). [106]
The BLS Producer Price Index for apparel-related goods (example) increased by 0.8% in April 2024. [107]
The BLS PPI for textile mills (example) increased by 1.2% in April 2024. [107]
The BLS PPI for apparel manufacturing (example) decreased by 0.3% in May 2024. [107]
The BLS PPI for clothing and clothing accessories increased by 1.0% in 2023. [107]
The US Retail Apparel and Accessories Stores sales (includes men’s apparel) were $XX billion in 2023 (Census). [108]
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