Apparel and Footwear in Sweden

January 2025
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Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Apparel and Footwear industry in Sweden 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 Sweden, 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 Sweden 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 Sweden?
  • Which are the leading brands in Sweden?
  • How are products distributed in Sweden?
  • 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 Sweden?
  • Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?

Apparel and Footwear in Sweden

Apparel and footwear in 2024: The big picture
2024 key trends
Competitive landscape
Retailing developments
What next for apparel and footwear?
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

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Summary 1 Research Sources

Childrenswear in Sweden

KEY DATA FINDINGS

A fall in the population under 14 years continues to challenge sales of childrenswear
The consolidated competitive landscape is led by Lindex Sverige AB and H&M Hennes & Mauritz Sverige AB
A strong focus on sustainability shapes consumer behaviour in childrenswear
Retail value growth is set to remain positive, supported by demand for sustainable and high-quality brands
A declining birth rate and the rising second-hand trend is set to challenge retail volume sales
Retail e-commerce and the influence of social media are set to support retail value growth
Table 13 Sales of Childrenswear by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 14 Sales of Childrenswear by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 15 Sales of Childrenswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 16 Sales of Childrenswear by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 17 NBO Company Shares of Childrenswear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 18 LBN Brand Shares of Childrenswear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 19 Forecast Sales of Childrenswear by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 20 Forecast Sales of Childrenswear by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 21 Forecast Sales of Childrenswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 22 Forecast Sales of Childrenswear by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Apparel Accessories in Sweden

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Steady sales is driven by the demand for outdoor apparel accessories
Domestic low cost reatiler, H&M, retains its lead of the competitive landscape
Retail e-commerce is supported by the low demand to try items on instore
Premium options and the outdoor trend are expected to support growth over the forecast period
Frequent discounting is expected to dampen value growth for apparel accessories
Manufacturers are expected to prioritise recyclability and sustainable production methods
Table 23 Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 24 Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 25 Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 26 Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 27 NBO Company Shares of Apparel Accessories: % Value 2020-2024
Table 28 LBN Brand Shares of Apparel Accessories: % Value 2021-2024
Table 29 Forecast Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 30 Forecast Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 31 Forecast Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 32 Forecast Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Menswear in Sweden

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Inflation and rising unit prices support retail value growth while retail volume declines
Dressmann retains its lead while Zara continues to gain share
Convenience and affordability drive sales of menswear on retail e-commerce
There is set to be a shift towards high-quality, fashionable items and statement pieces
Prevalent discounting is set to challenge retail volume growth in menswear
Social media will increasingly support sales across retail e-commerce channels
Table 33 Sales of Menswear by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 34 Sales of Menswear by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 35 Sales of Menswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 36 Sales of Menswear by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 37 NBO Company Shares of Menswear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 38 LBN Brand Shares of Menswear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 39 NBO Company Shares of Men’s Nightwear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 40 LBN Brand Shares of Men’s Nightwear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 41 NBO Company Shares of Men’s Outerwear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 42 LBN Brand Shares of Men’s Outerwear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 43 NBO Company Shares of Men’s Swimwear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 44 LBN Brand Shares of Men’s Swimwear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 45 NBO Company Shares of Men’s Underwear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 46 LBN Brand Shares of Men’s Underwear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 47 Forecast Sales of Menswear by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 48 Forecast Sales of Menswear by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 49 Forecast Sales of Menswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 50 Forecast Sales of Menswear by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Womenswear in Sweden

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Social media and impulse buying support sales of womenswear in 2024
Domestic, low-cost fashion retailers retain the leading positions in womenswear
Fashion trends and sustainability support growth for second-hand and vintage goods
Ultra-fast fashion brands are expected to be challenged by heightened ethical concerns
High maturity and frequent sales is set to challenge womenswear over the forecast period
Players will increasingly focus on omnichannel strategies, supporting sales through retail e-commerce
Table 51 Sales of Womenswear by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 52 Sales of Womenswear by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 53 Sales of Womenswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 54 Sales of Womenswear by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 55 NBO Company Shares of Womenswear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 56 LBN Brand Shares of Womenswear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 57 NBO Company Shares of Women's Nightwear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 58 LBN Brand Shares of Women's Nightwear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 59 NBO Company Shares of Women's Outerwear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 60 LBN Brand Shares of Women's Outerwear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 61 NBO Company Shares of Women’s Swimwear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 62 LBN Brand Shares of Women’s Swimwear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 63 NBO Company Shares of Women's Underwear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 64 LBN Brand Shares of Women's Underwear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 65 Forecast Sales of Womenswear by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 66 Forecast Sales of Womenswear by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 67 Forecast Sales of Womenswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 68 Forecast Sales of Womenswear by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Jeans in Sweden

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Jean sales are postponed as the rising cost of living shapes purchasing habits
The economy and standard segments perform well, as Bestseller Sverige AB retains its lead
Consumers are increasingly aware of durability, quality, and eco-friendly practices
Challenges to retail volume growth will include market maturity and discount pricing
In-store is set to focus on customer services, while retail e-commerce improves its functionalities
Discounting blurs the lines between standard and premium jeans
Table 69 Sales of Jeans by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 70 Sales of Jeans by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 71 Sales of Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 72 Sales of Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 73 Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 74 Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 75 Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 76 Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 77 Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 78 Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 79 Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 80 Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 81 NBO Company Shares of Jeans: % Value 2020-2024
Table 82 LBN Brand Shares of Jeans: % Value 2021-2024
Table 83 Forecast Sales of Jeans by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 84 Forecast Sales of Jeans by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 85 Forecast Sales of Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 86 Forecast Sales of Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
Table 87 Forecast Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 88 Forecast Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 89 Forecast Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 90 Forecast Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
Table 91 Forecast Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 92 Forecast Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 93 Forecast Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 94 Forecast Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Hosiery in Sweden

KEY DATA FINDINGS

The category struggles to gain retail volume as fashion trends in hosiery are limited
Low-cost fashion brands retain the lead as hoisery is bought when shopping for other goods
A rising number of brands focus on sustainable materials to appeal to eco-conscious consumers
Hosiery’s status as a necessity is expected to limited retail value growth
The sports and wellness trend will create an opportunity for innovation over the forecast period
Retail e-commerce is expected to increase variety and drive sales of hosiery
Table 95 Sales of Hosiery by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 96 Sales of Hosiery by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 97 Sales of Hosiery by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 98 Sales of Hosiery by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 99 NBO Company Shares of Hosiery: % Value 2020-2024
Table 100 LBN Brand Shares of Hosiery: % Value 2021-2024
Table 101 Forecast Sales of Hosiery by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 102 Forecast Sales of Hosiery by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 103 Forecast Sales of Hosiery by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 104 Forecast Sales of Hosiery by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Footwear in Sweden

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Women’s footwear supports retail value and volume sales while sports footwear struggles
A movement towards niche and premium footwear brands impacts the competitive landscape
Players focus on omnichannel strategies while improving online services
Outdoor and performance footwear, and formal and bolder designs will drive retail value
Frequent discounting will act as a barrier to stronger growth across the forecast period
Recyclable materials and a focus on durability is set to rise as players improve their sustainable attributes
Table 105 Sales of Footwear by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 106 Sales of Footwear by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 107 Sales of Footwear by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 108 Sales of Footwear by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 109 NBO Company Shares of Footwear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 110 LBN Brand Shares of Footwear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 111 Distribution of Footwear by Format: % Value 2019-2024
Table 112 Forecast Sales of Footwear by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 113 Forecast Sales of Footwear by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 114 Forecast Sales of Footwear by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 115 Forecast Sales of Footwear by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Sportswear in Sweden

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Growth for sportswear struggles following heightened sales during the early review period
Adidas retains its lead of the fragmented competitive landscape in sportswear
Advancements in digitalisation support sales through retail e-commerce
Stronger growth is predicted for the forecast period as interest in outdoor activities rises
Maturity and rising prices are expected to challenge sales of sportswear over the forecast period
Sustainability is expected to remain a core theme in product development and marketing
Table 116 Sales of Sportswear by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 117 Sales of Sportswear by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 118 NBO Company Shares of Sportswear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 119 LBN Brand Shares of Sportswear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 120 Distribution of Sportswear by Format: % Value 2019-2024
Table 121 Forecast Sales of Sportswear by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 122 Forecast Sales of Sportswear by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
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The following categories and subcategories are included:

Apparel and Footwear

      • Baby and Toddler Wear
      • Boys' Apparel
      • Girls' Apparel
      • Belts
      • Gloves
      • Hats/Caps
      • Scarves
      • Ties
      • Other Apparel Accessories
        • Men's Nightwear
            • Economy Men's Jeans
            • Standard Men's Jeans
            • Premium Men's Jeans
            • Super Premium Men's Jeans
            • 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
        • Men's Swimwear
        • Men's Underwear
        • Women's Nightwear
            • Economy Women's Jeans
            • Standard Women's Jeans
            • Premium Women's Jeans
            • Super Premium Women's Jeans
            • 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
        • Women's Swimwear
        • Women's Underwear
      • Nightwear
          • Economy Jeans
          • Standard Jeans
          • Premium Jeans
          • Super Premium Jeans
          • Dresses
          • Jackets and Coats
          • Jumpers
          • Leggings
          • Shirts and Blouses
          • Shorts and Trousers
          • Skirts
          • Suits
          • Tops
          • Other Outerwear
      • Swimwear
      • Underwear
      • Sheer Hosiery
      • Non-Sheer Hosiery
    • Children's Footwear
    • Men's Footwear
    • Women's Footwear
      • Performance Apparel
      • Outdoor Apparel
      • Sports-inspired Apparel
      • Performance Footwear
      • Outdoor Footwear
      • Sports-inspired Footwear

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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