Asia-Pacific Denim Jeans Market Outlook, 2029

Asia-Pacific Denim Jeans Market Outlook, 2029


Customers' purchasing decisions have been impacted by their increased socializing and exposure to branded clothing through a variety of retail channels. As a result, they are more likely to spend more money on branded clothing, including jeans. Customers' lifestyles in developing nations have significantly changed in the previous ten years due to the effects of urbanization and digitalization. The middle class is becoming increasingly willing to spend money on personal hygiene and fashion apparel. It is projected that this tendency will propel market expansion in important areas including the Asia Pacific. Jeans are a commonly accepted casual wear item among young adults and working professionals worldwide, particularly when paired with T-shirts. Major fashion firms are increasing their product offers by differentiating their jeans based on aesthetic elements including colors, size, fabric, and design in response to consumer demand. There are a large number of regional and international companies engaged in the highly competitive Asia-Pacific jeans market. The leading companies in the market are VF Corporation, Diesel S.p.A., Gap Inc., Edwin Co., Ltd., and Uniqlo Co., Ltd. Asia-Pacific's undeniable denim king, China is the world's biggest producer and consumer of denim. However, China is not only producing jeans for its own consumption; it is also a significant exporter, sending jeans to every country in the world. In terms of denim innovation and quality, Japan is the denim samurai. They are well-known for producing premium selvedge denim, which is woven on specialized looms to provide an impeccable, polished edge.

According to the research report ""Asia-Pacific Denim Jeans market Outlook, 2029,"" published by Bonafide Research, the Asia-Pacific Dairy product market is expected to grow at more than 6% CAGR from 2024 to 2029. Across Asia Pacific, a number of countries have experienced economic expansion that has raised levels of disposable income. Customers are more likely to invest in apparel products like denim jeans when their spending power increases. The popularity of denim jeans and other Western fashion trends have a big influence on customer tastes in Asia Pacific. The region's increased need for denim jeans is partly due to the imitation of Western lifestyles and styles. Asia Pacific is home to a sizable and youthful population that is typically more trend and fashion focused. The demand for denim jeans is being driven primarily by young consumers who want to express their unique style and uniqueness. Asia Pacific consumers are becoming more mindful of fashion, thanks in large part to social media and digital platforms that are spreading awareness of global fashion trends. Because they are a flexible and stylish piece of apparel, denim jeans continue to be in high demand. Asia Pacific's denim jeans market offers a broad selection of goods to satisfy a wide range of consumer tastes. Customers have a wide range of options when it comes to choosing denim jeans that fit their preferences, from distinct fits and styles to varied washes and finishes. Consumers around Asia Pacific now have easier access to denim jeans thanks to the expansion of e-commerce platforms. The expansion of the denim jeans market in the area is fuelled by the convenience, extensive product range, and frequently affordable prices that come with online purchasing.

Major Drivers

Jeans made of denim have an incredibly long lifespan: Denim is a strong, long-lasting fabric that is made so that it fits well even under challenging circumstances. The twill weave is the source of the durability. The white yarns cross the fabric's width and are the weft threads; the blue yarns are the warp, or lengthwise, threads. Denim is strengthened by twill threads, which enable material to withstand significant friction before breaking. Historically, denim was made entirely of cotton, but thanks to contemporary innovations, a variety of denim products are now offered for purchase. In order to control shrinkage and creases, denim is now combined with polyester; elsatane is also often used these days. Elsatane denim guarantees appropriate stretch, improving fit for the wearer.

Increasing Demand in Asia-Pacific Emerging Nations for Fashionable Clothes : Being one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, the fashion sector in the Asia-Pacific region has won praise from all around the world for its uniqueness, diversity, and sustainability. Not everyone is cut out to be stylish. The ability to express oneself through one's attire, self-assurance, and personality is known as fashion. People tend to be trendier in response to market demand, and fashion trends change frequently. Individuals also create trends and provide fresh twists to the fashion industry. Fashionable clothes are in greater demand as more people adopt new styles. The benefits of denim jeans also include a younger demographic's attraction and increased use. Asia-Pacific countries like China, India, and others are adopting similar patterns more and more.

Major Challenges

Variations in the Source Material: On the other hand, stringent government environmental sustainability standards and regulations, as well as variations in the price of raw materials like cotton, impact the pricing of products. In addition, the developing economies' lack of favourable conditions, their slow adoption of technology, and their need for skilled labour are expected to pose challenges for the market over the projection period.

Religious and Cultural Norms: Denim jeans may not be as widely accepted in other nations due to cultural and religious traditions, especially in more conservative areas where traditional attire and modesty are expected. Restricted market penetration and maybe decreased demand in regions where denim acceptance is constrained by cultural constraints.

Based on the category, mass and premium are the two types of denim jeans.

The middle class has grown as a result of the notable economic growth seen in the Asia Pacific region. More people can now buy denim jeans because to rising disposable incomes, which is driving up demand in the mass market. In order to accommodate the vast range of consumer preferences, manufacturers and merchants in the Asia Pacific area provide a large selection of denim jeans in the mass market. To appeal to a wider customer base, this involves varying pricing ranges, fits, styles, and washes. Both domestic and international denim brands are growing in the Asia Pacific area and aiming to appeal to a variety of consumer demographics, including the mass market. Sales in the mass market are being driven by this greater brand penetration.

By fitting market is segmented into regular, slim, straight, skinny and relaxed.

Straight denim jeans are appropriate for a range of situations and events because of its adaptable style, which goes well with a variety of tops and shoes. Broad spectrums of consumers find attraction in straight jeans in Asia Pacific countries where adaptability is highly valued. Fashion trends are not relevant when it comes to the basic and timeless appeal of straight denim pants. Straight jeans are a popular choice because of their timeless look because consumers in the Asia Pacific area frequently desire apparel items that can be worn throughout numerous seasons and years. More modest and traditional clothing fitting are preferred in several Asian countries. Customers prefer straight denim jeans because they provide a well-balanced silhouette that suits these tastes.

By end user, market is segmented into men, women and children.

Men's tastes in fashion have clearly shifted in favor of more relaxed, adaptable pieces like denim jeans. Men in the Asia Pacific area are consequently wearing denim jeans more frequently, which is fuelling demand in the men's market. Men's levels of discretionary income have increased as a result of economic growth in several Asia-Pacific nations. Men are more likely to invest in apparel items like denim jeans because they have more purchasing power, which helps the men's segment grow. In the Asia-Pacific area, men are starting to pay more attention to personal style and are becoming more conscious of fashion trends. Because of this, consumers are actively looking for denim jeans that suit their own preferences and tastes, which is fuelling demand in the men's market.

On the basis of distribution channel hypermarket and supermarket, convenience clothing store, specialty store and online sales channel.

Convenience and efficiency are becoming more and more important considerations for consumers in the Asia Pacific area when making purchases. Busy urban consumers choose convenience stores since they provide a one-stop solution for denim jeans and other clothing goods. Convenience stores usually provide a wide variety of denim jeans, encompassing various sizes, styles, washes, and price ranges. Convenience stores are a convenient place to buy denim jeans because of their diversity, which appeals to customers with a range of tastes and budgets. Convenience stores give their customers a wide range of alternatives by stocking a combination of local and international denim jeans brands. Customers can explore various styles and locate denim jeans that fit their preferences thanks to the wide selection of brands available.

Based on report market is divided into three major countries China, Japan, India, Australia and South Korea.

The denim jeans market is one of the most dynamic and rapidly expanding segments of China's fashion industry. Because of its enormous consumer base, rich cultural legacy, and astute observation of global fashion trends, China's denim market offers a distinctive fusion of tradition, innovation, and a broad spectrum of client tastes. Denim is a global phenomenon, yet it holds particular cultural significance in China. Once reserved for Westerners, denim is now a common daily outfit for Chinese people. Denim jeans, formerly associated with rebellion, have become an essential piece of clothing for people of all ages and socioeconomic backgrounds. The size and diversity of the denim market are further enhanced by China's enormous population. Customers in both urban and rural areas need and desire jeans in a range of fits, styles, and washes. The market caters to a diverse clientele, encompassing younger trendsetters, employed individuals, and elder generations that appreciate the classic allure of denim. The world is well aware of Japan's denim jeans industry for its ingenuity, skill, and deep cultural connections to the material. Japan, a country with a long history of textile production, has elevated the denim industry to an art form, producing exquisitely fitted, high-end jeans that are in high demand among denim enthusiasts worldwide. The Japanese denim market focuses on fusing traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge design to create a wide range of styles that appeal to both traditional and current fashion tastes. Three things are driving Japan's denim industry: a love of authenticity, a commitment to innovation, and a commitment to workmanship. Japanese denim manufacturers are well known for their meticulous attention to detail and handcrafted fabrication techniques while using traditional indigo dyeing processes. Australia's denim jeans sector is distinguished by a vibrant blend of modern styles, environmentally conscious manufacturing methods, and a diverse clientele. Denim is a versatile and classic fabric for clothing. It is highly prized in Australian fashion, catering to a broad spectrum of preferences and emphasizing ethical production methods. Australia's denim sector is as diverse as the country's fashion landscape. Australian consumers are drawn to a variety of denim styles, from traditional cuts to more modern fits, since they lead more laid-back lifestyles and follow global trends. The blend of international influences and uniquely Australian fashion preferences sets the industry apart. One of the key things boosting Australia's denim business is sustainability.

The jeans market is highly competitive, with a strong presence of local and global players operating globally. Thus, the active players bring innovation in their product offerings to cater to changing consumers' fashion and sustain their position in the market. Some of the major players in the market are Levis Co, Gap Inc., Kontoor Brands, Industria de Diseño Textil SA (Inditex), and OTB Group, among others. Major players have identified a variety of strategies that leading companies are pursuing to capture the largest possible share of the market, including capacity expansion, acquisition, merger, partnership, and product and technology innovations. For instance, In June 2022, Gap Inc. launched a new credit card program in collaboration with Barclays and MasterCard. Customers can earn points by making purchases at Old Navy, Gap, banana republic, Athleta, and other Mastercard-accepting retailers.

Considered in this report
• Historic year: 2018
• Base year: 2023
• Estimated year: 2024
• Forecast year: 2029

Aspects covered in this report
• Denim Jeans market Outlook with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Category
• Mass
• Premium

By Fitting Type
• Regular
• Slim
• Straight
• Skinny
• Relaxed

By End User
• Men
• Women
• Children

By Distribution Channel
• Hypermarket and Supermarket
• Convenience clothing store
• Specialty Store
• Online Sales Channel
• Others

The approach of the report:

This report consists of a combined approach of primary and secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list the companies that are present in it. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual reports of companies, and government-generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources, primary research was conducted by conducting telephone interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this; we have started making primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting them in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us, we can start verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience

This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations, and organizations related to the Denim Jeans industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing and presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.

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1. Executive Summary
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Secondary Research
2.2. Primary Data Collection
2.3. Market Formation & Validation
2.4. Report Writing, Quality Check & Delivery
3. Market Structure
3.1. Market Considerate
3.2. Assumptions
3.3. Limitations
3.4. Abbreviations
3.5. Sources
3.6. Definitions
4. Economic /Demographic Snapshot
5. Global Denim Jeans Market Outlook
5.1. Market Size By Value
5.2. Market Share By Region
5.3. Market Size and Forecast, By Category
5.4. Market Size and Forecast, By Fitting Type
5.5. Market Size and Forecast, By End User
5.6. Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel
6. Asia-Pacific Denim Jeans Market Outlook
6.1. Market Size By Value
6.2. Market Share By Country
6.3. Market Size and Forecast, By Category
6.4. Market Size and Forecast, By Fitting Type
6.5. Market Size and Forecast, By End User
6.6. Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel
7. Market Dynamics
7.1. Market Drivers & Opportunities
7.2. Market Restraints & Challenges
7.3. Market Trends
7.4. Covid-19 Effect
7.5. Supply chain Analysis
7.6. Policy & Regulatory Framework
7.7. Industry Experts Views
7.8. China Denim Jeans Market Outlook
7.8.1. Market Size By Value
7.8.2. Market Size and Forecast By Category
7.8.3. Market Size and Forecast By Fitting Type
7.8.4. Market Size and Forecast By End User
7.8.5. Market Size and Forecast By Distribution Channel
7.9. Japan Denim Jeans Market Outlook
7.9.1. Market Size By Value
7.9.2. Market Size and Forecast By Category
7.9.3. Market Size and Forecast By Fitting Type
7.9.4. Market Size and Forecast By End User
7.9.5. Market Size and Forecast By Distribution Channel
7.10. India Denim Jeans Market Outlook
7.10.1. Market Size By Value
7.10.2. Market Size and Forecast By Category
7.10.3. Market Size and Forecast By Fitting Type
7.10.4. Market Size and Forecast By End User
7.10.5. Market Size and Forecast By Distribution Channel
7.11. Australia Denim Jeans Market Outlook
7.11.1. Market Size By Value
7.11.2. Market Size and Forecast By Category
7.11.3. Market Size and Forecast By Fitting Type
7.11.4. Market Size and Forecast By End User
7.11.5. Market Size and Forecast By Distribution Channel
7.12. South Korea Denim Jeans Market Outlook
7.12.1. Market Size By Value
7.12.2. Market Size and Forecast By Category
7.12.3. Market Size and Forecast By Fitting Type
7.12.4. Market Size and Forecast By End User
7.12.5. Market Size and Forecast By Distribution Channel
8. Competitive Landscape
8.1. Competitive Dashboard
8.2. Business Strategies Adopted by Key Players
8.3. Key Players Market Positioning Matrix
8.4. Porter's Five Forces
8.5. Company Profile
8.5.1. Levi Strauss & Co
8.5.1.1. Company Snapshot
8.5.1.2. Company Overview
8.5.1.3. Financial Highlights
8.5.1.4. Geographic Insights
8.5.1.5. Business Segment & Performance
8.5.1.6. Product Portfolio
8.5.1.7. Key Executives
8.5.1.8. Strategic Moves & Developments
8.5.2. Only The Brave, S.p.A
8.5.3. H & M Hennes & Mauritz AB
8.5.4. PVH Corp.
8.5.5. Giorgio Armani S.p.A
8.5.6. Kering SA
8.5.7. Bestseller A/S
8.5.8. Ralph Lauren Corporation
8.5.9. Lee Cooper
8.5.10. The Gap, Inc
8.5.11. LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE
8.5.12. Capri Holdings Limited
9. Strategic Recommendations
10. Annexure
10.1. FAQ`s
10.2. Notes
10.3. Related Reports
11. Disclaimer
List of Figures
Figure 1: Global Denim Jeans Market Size (USD Billion) By Region, 2023 & 2029
Figure 2: Market attractiveness Index, By Region 2029
Figure 3: Market attractiveness Index, By Segment 2029
Figure 4: Global Denim Jeans Market Size By Value (2018, 2023 & 2029F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 5: Global Denim Jeans Market Share By Region (2023)
Figure 6: Asia-Pacific Denim Jeans Market Size By Value (2018, 2023 & 2029F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 7: Asia-Pacific Denim Jeans Market Share By Country (2023)
Figure 8: China Denim Jeans Market Size By Value (2018, 2023 & 2029F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 9: Japan Denim Jeans Market Size By Value (2018, 2023 & 2029F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 10: India Denim Jeans Market Size By Value (2018, 2023 & 2029F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 11: Australia Denim Jeans Market Size By Value (2018, 2023 & 2029F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 12: South Korea Denim Jeans Market Size By Value (2018, 2023 & 2029F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 13: Competitive Dashboard of top 5 players, 2023
Figure 14: Porter's Five Forces of Global Denim Jeans Market
List of Table
Table 1: Global Denim Jeans Market Snapshot, By Segmentation (2023 & 2029) (in USD Billion)
Table 2: Top 10 Counties Economic Snapshot 2022
Table 3: Economic Snapshot of Other Prominent Countries 2022
Table 4: Average Exchange Rates for Converting Foreign Currencies into U.S. Dollars
Table 5: Global Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 6: Global Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast, By Fitting Type (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 7: Global Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast, By End User (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 8: Global Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 9: Asia-Pacific Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 10: Asia-Pacific Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast, By Fitting Type (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 11: Asia-Pacific Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast, By End User (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 12: Asia-Pacific Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 13: Influencing Factors for Denim Jeans Market, 2023
Table 14: China Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By Category (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 15: China Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By Fitting Type (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 16: China Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By End User (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 17: China Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By Distribution Channel (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 18: Japan Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By Category (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 19: Japan Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By Fitting Type (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 20: Japan Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By End User (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 21: Japan Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By Distribution Channel (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 22: India Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By Category (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 23: India Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By Fitting Type (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 24: India Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By End User (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 25: India Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By Distribution Channel (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 26: Australia Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By Category (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 27: Australia Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By Fitting Type (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 28: Australia Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By End User (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 29: Australia Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By Distribution Channel (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 30: South Korea Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By Category (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 31: South Korea Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By Fitting Type (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 32: South Korea Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By End User (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)
Table 33: South Korea Denim Jeans Market Size and Forecast By Distribution Channel (2018 to 2029F) (In USD Billion)

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