Apparel and footwear in 2024: The big picture
Apparel and footwear in Colombia are navigating a complex landscape in 2024 marked by several significant challenges, most notably the cost-of-living crisis, which has been driven by high interest rates, increased energy bills, and ongoing economic and political uncertainty. These factors have significantly squeezed consumers’ discretionary income, prompting a shift in spending priorities away from fashion.
2024 key trends
The traditional fast-fashion model, which has long relied on excessive consumption and disposable garments, is now being challenged by a growing wave of conscious consumers and forward-thinking businesses, particularly those among Gen Z, who view second-hand clothing as a viable alternative. This trend, though still in its early stages, is expected to expand steadily, with offerings likely to extend to menswear during the reviewed period.
Competitive landscape
Hard discounter D1 has developed a hosiery and basic t-shirt collection for 2024, with its cost-effective positioning resonating with consumers who are facing cost-of-living pressures. This demonstrates the brand’s ability to adapt to changing economic circumstances and evolving consumer priorities.
Retailing developments
In 2023, significant closures of brick-and-mortar outlets were observed, primarily due to the high costs of rental space and utilities. However, the rise of small, newer entrepreneurial brands, many of which are marketing their products through social media, is an undeniable trend.
What next for apparel and footwear?
Despite the uncertain economic outlook, retail sales in apparel and footwear are expected to show more dynamic performance in both volume and constant value terms across the forecast period, as inflation and interest rates are predicted to decline in 2025. This would result in improved disposable income for consumers, leading them back towards apparel consumption.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Apparel and Footwear industry in Colombia with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
Data and analysis in this report provides further detailed coverage dedicated to the following key categories, where applicable:
- Childrenswear
- Apparel and Accessories
- Menswear
- Womenswear
- Jeans
- Hosiery
- Footwear
- Sportswear
If you're in the Apparel and Footwear industry in Colombia, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Apparel and Footwear in Colombia report includes:
- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Apparel and Footwear in Colombia?
- Which are the leading brands in Colombia?
- How are products distributed in Colombia?
- How is the rise of e-commerce shaping demand?
- What % of apparel and footwear sales are made via grocery retailers?
- Do consumers want premium quality or fast fashion?
- How will COVID-19 and recession impact demand?
- How important is sustainability in Apparel and Footwear in Colombia?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
Apparel and Footwear in Colombia
Apparel and footwear in 2024: The big picture
2024 key trends
Competitive landscape
Retailing developments
What next for apparel and footwear?
DISCLAIMER
Childrenswear in Colombia
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Private label gains ground as consumers face mounting financial pressures
Childrenswear increasingly influenced by adult fashion trends
Fast fashion brands gain share amid price consciousness, though category fragmentation remains
The new sustainable fashion seal gaining traction in major brands in Colombia
Reuse, recycle, and resell to see growth in childrenswear
Childrenswear sales via e-commerce will expand
Apparel Accessories in Colombia
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Mixed picture for apparel accessories
Apparel accessories puts new technology AI in the spotlight
Cuero Velez in the lead
Accessorising trend will continue to drive growth
Prices of most apparel accessories expected to slow down in the forecast period
Emerging players will fuel growth of personal accessories
Menswear in Colombia
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Casualwear remains the dominant trend in men’s fashion
Price discounts and promotions drive volume decline
The rise of second-hand fashion
Product innovation is set to drive value growth as brands target new audiences
Hard discounters introduce new lines to meet demand for affordable menswear
Brand owners continue to invest in menswear
Womenswear in Colombia
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Inflationary pressure deters consumer spending in womenswear
Colombian fashion embraces artificial intelligence
Shein disrupts the Colombian market with local e-commerce launch
Inclusivity becomes a core focus in fashion collaborations and local brand growth
Private label and discount strategies reshape womenswear
Sustainability moves beyond a business strategy to a brand commitment
Jeans in Colombia
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Jeans benefit from their status as a wardrobe staple, but trading down is unavoidable
Eco-friendly denim on the rise
Levi’s strengthens its position in jeans
Jeans’ performance to be limited
The future of jeans is customisable
Super-premium jeans to continue to expand
Hosiery in Colombia
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Cost of living crisis affects category performance
Private label accounts for a high value share in hosiery
Gen Z has cancelled ankle socks and sockets
Fashion trends will enhance category performance over the forecast period
Sports brands will continue gaining popularity in the years ahead
Hard discounters and private label exploring hosiery
Footwear in Colombia
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Navigating economic challenges in footwear
Women’s footwear is the best category performer
Collaborations and capsule collections play a key role in driving demand
Fusion of sports and fashion expected to continue
Digital engagement strategy to remain a key area of focus
Footwear consumers value brands that act sustainably
Sportswear in Colombia
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Resilient growth in sportswear amidst economic challenges
Concept stores likely to be a growing feature of the retail landscape
Mainstream players invest in concepts to entice customers
New brands expected to enter the market
Performance drives sportswear into the forecast period
Omnichannel shows promise in sportswear
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Apparel and Footwear
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- Baby and Toddler Wear
- Boys' Apparel
- Girls' Apparel
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- Belts
- Gloves
- Hats/Caps
- Scarves
- Ties
- Other Apparel Accessories
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- Men's Nightwear
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- Economy Men's Jeans
- Standard Men's Jeans
- Premium Men's Jeans
- Super Premium Men's Jeans
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- Men's Jackets and Coats
- Men's Jumpers
- Men's Shirts
- Men's Shorts and Trousers
- Men's Suits
- Men's Tops
- Other Men's Outerwear
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- Men's Swimwear
- Men's Underwear
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- Women's Nightwear
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- Economy Women's Jeans
- Standard Women's Jeans
- Premium Women's Jeans
- Super Premium Women's Jeans
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- Women's Dresses
- Women's Jackets and Coats
- Women's Jumpers
- Women's Leggings
- Women's Shirts and Blouses
- Women's Shorts and Trousers
- Women's Skirts
- Women's Suits
- Women's Tops
- Other Women's Outerwear
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- Women's Swimwear
- Women's Underwear
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- Nightwear
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- Economy Jeans
- Standard Jeans
- Premium Jeans
- Super Premium Jeans
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- Dresses
- Jackets and Coats
- Jumpers
- Leggings
- Shirts and Blouses
- Shorts and Trousers
- Skirts
- Suits
- Tops
- Other Outerwear
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- Swimwear
- Underwear
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- Sheer Hosiery
- Non-Sheer Hosiery
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- Children's Footwear
- Men's Footwear
- Women's Footwear
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- Performance Apparel
- Outdoor Apparel
- Sports-inspired Apparel
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- Performance Footwear
- Outdoor Footwear
- Sports-inspired Footwear
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Apparel and Footwear
Apparel is the aggregation of clothing and footwear. This dataset covers retail sales of apparel through both store-based retailers and non-store retailers. Excludes black market sales (i.e. untaxed, generated within informal retailing)and duty free sales (travel retail). Items must be new when sold to the consumer; second-hand/used items are excluded. Antique and/or vintage clothing and footwear is also excluded.
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