Apparel and footwear in South Korea is seeing positive value and volume growth in 2024, across both mass and premium segments. In the past, notable brands in South Korea were predominantly international names, however, many local brands are now emerging in both segments. Domestic companies that once focussed on mid-priced, high-quality products are now leveraging their strong quality reputation to build branding and establish globally recognised brands. Examples here are cited as 8seconds, which...
Euromonitor International's Apparel and Footwear in South Korea report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data 2019-2023 and analysis by distribution format allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, leading brands, and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market. Forecasts to 2028 illustrate how the market is set to change.
Product coverage: Apparel, Footwear, Sportswear.
Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.
Why buy this report? * Get a detailed picture of the Apparel and Footwear market; * Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change; * Understand the competitive environment, the market’s major players and leading brands; * Use five-year forecasts to assess how the market is predicted to develop.
Apparel and Footwear in South Korea
Euromonitor International
December 2024
List Of Contents And Tables
APPAREL AND FOOTWEAR IN SOUTH KOREA
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Apparel and footwear in 2024: The big picture
2024 key trends
Competitive landscape
Retailing developments
What next for apparel and footwear?
MARKET DATA
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
DISCLAIMER
SOURCES
Summary 1 Research Sources
WOMENSWEAR IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Shein’s pop-up store fails to score significant sales due to concerns over quality – despite low prices
Leggings and yoga wear players expand their apparel lines across different sports
TV home shopping channels launch their own brands to revitalise sales
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
‘Dupes’ expand from beauty and personal care into apparel
Second-hand and sustainability trends will pose a challenge to new apparel sales
Exclusivity and experiential satisfaction are becoming increasingly important
CATEGORY DATA
Table 13 Sales of Womenswear by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 14 Sales of Womenswear by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 15 Sales of Womenswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 16 Sales of Womenswear by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 17 NBO Company Shares of Womenswear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 18 LBN Brand Shares of Womenswear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 19 NBO Company Shares of Women's Nightwear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 20 LBN Brand Shares of Women's Nightwear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 21 NBO Company Shares of Women's Outerwear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 22 LBN Brand Shares of Women's Outerwear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 23 NBO Company Shares of Women’s Swimwear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 24 LBN Brand Shares of Women’s Swimwear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 25 NBO Company Shares of Women's Underwear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 26 LBN Brand Shares of Women's Underwear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 27 Forecast Sales of Womenswear by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 28 Forecast Sales of Womenswear by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 29 Forecast Sales of Womenswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 30 Forecast Sales of Womenswear by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
MENSWEAR IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Local menswear brands see ongoing expansion, both in South Korea and on the global stage
Polarisation seen between high-end labels for display and affordable options
Musina online platform benefits from sporting collaborations
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Further growth prospects ahead for luxury menswear
K-trends set to continue strongly and inspire ongoing innovations
Brands increasingly need to embrace platforms such as Musina, which offers more than just retail
CATEGORY DATA
Table 31 Sales of Menswear by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 32 Sales of Menswear by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 33 Sales of Menswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 34 Sales of Menswear by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 35 NBO Company Shares of Menswear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 36 LBN Brand Shares of Menswear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 37 NBO Company Shares of Men’s Nightwear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 38 LBN Brand Shares of Men’s Nightwear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 39 NBO Company Shares of Men’s Outerwear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 40 LBN Brand Shares of Men’s Outerwear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 41 NBO Company Shares of Men’s Swimwear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 42 LBN Brand Shares of Men’s Swimwear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 43 NBO Company Shares of Men’s Underwear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 44 LBN Brand Shares of Men’s Underwear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 45 Forecast Sales of Menswear by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 46 Forecast Sales of Menswear by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 47 Forecast Sales of Menswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 48 Forecast Sales of Menswear by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
CHILDRENSWEAR IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Childrenswear benefits from the ‘VIB’ trend in value, while volume is more sluggish due to low birth rates
Sports-inspired brands fare well, while child-specific brands are prone to struggle
The second-hand trend is strong in childrenswear, suppressing potential sales of new apparel
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Polarisation expected to increase more strongly in childrenswear over the forecast period
Namdaemun Market shops switch to online platforms to help boost sales
Luxury childrenswear for teenagers attracts women who wear smaller sizes
CATEGORY DATA
Table 49 Sales of Childrenswear by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 50 Sales of Childrenswear by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 51 Sales of Childrenswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 52 Sales of Childrenswear by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 53 NBO Company Shares of Childrenswear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 54 LBN Brand Shares of Childrenswear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 55 Forecast Sales of Childrenswear by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 56 Forecast Sales of Childrenswear by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 57 Forecast Sales of Childrenswear by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 58 Forecast Sales of Childrenswear by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
SPORTSWEAR IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Sportswear maintains healthy growth, thanks to sports-inspired fashion trends and consumers’ love of running
Nike maintains its lead, despite rising competition
Pure sportswear brands face rising competition from other brands who are expanding their portfolios
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Greater segmentation expected in sportswear as new brands appear
Brand ambassadors become increasingly important to attract the attention of younger consumers
Alo Yoga set to launch in South Korea and disrupt the competitive status quo
CATEGORY DATA
Table 59 Sales of Sportswear by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 60 Sales of Sportswear by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 61 NBO Company Shares of Sportswear: % Value 2020-2024
Table 62 LBN Brand Shares of Sportswear: % Value 2021-2024
Table 63 Distribution of Sportswear by Format: % Value 2019-2024
Table 64 Forecast Sales of Sportswear by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 65 Forecast Sales of Sportswear by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
JEANS IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Jeans maintains positive growth, with economy options popular and high-end brands driven by influencer endorsements
Levi’s and Andersson Bell launch reconstructed ADSB line
Sustainability trends continue in jeans
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Economy jeans expected to remain a winner, thanks to improved quality available at affordable prices
Non-branded economy jeans set to be a threat to established names
Fit preferences to become increasingly diversified as jeans styles change
CATEGORY DATA
Table 66 Sales of Jeans by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 67 Sales of Jeans by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 68 Sales of Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 69 Sales of Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 70 Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 71 Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 72 Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 73 Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 74 Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 75 Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 76 Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 77 Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 78 NBO Company Shares of Jeans: % Value 2020-2024
Table 79 LBN Brand Shares of Jeans: % Value 2021-2024
Table 80 Forecast Sales of Jeans by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 81 Forecast Sales of Jeans by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 82 Forecast Sales of Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 83 Forecast Sales of Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
Table 84 Forecast Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 85 Forecast Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 86 Forecast Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 87 Forecast Sales of Men’s Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
Table 88 Forecast Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 89 Forecast Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 90 Forecast Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 91 Forecast Sales of Women’s Jeans by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
HOSIERY IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Small positive volume gains achieved as hosiery is positioned more as a fashion item
Online players innovate to stand out from the crowd, while offline stores use promotional events
Sheer hosiery is facing some challenges due to the rise of less formal styles
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Could hosiery evolve into a “small luxury” item?
Hosiery will remain dependent on fashions and seasonal factors
Sporty lifestyles will drive demand for sports-specific socks
CATEGORY DATA
Table 92 Sales of Hosiery by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 93 Sales of Hosiery by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 94 Sales of Hosiery by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 95 Sales of Hosiery by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 96 NBO Company Shares of Hosiery: % Value 2020-2024
Table 97 LBN Brand Shares of Hosiery: % Value 2021-2024
Table 98 Forecast Sales of Hosiery by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 99 Forecast Sales of Hosiery by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 100 Forecast Sales of Hosiery by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 101 Forecast Sales of Hosiery by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
APPAREL ACCESSORIES IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Luxury brands remain popular in apparel accessories
Ties suffers from a decline in formalwear, with casual styles in offices and suit hire services on the rise
Sporting affiliations can boost sports-inspired apparel accessories
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Modern retail innovations expand to include luxury accessories
Emis tipped as a brand to watch in caps
Variety stores could boost mass apparel accessories among price-sensitive consumers
CATEGORY DATA
Table 102 Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 103 Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 104 Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 105 Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 106 NBO Company Shares of Apparel Accessories: % Value 2020-2024
Table 107 LBN Brand Shares of Apparel Accessories: % Value 2021-2024
Table 108 Forecast Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 109 Forecast Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 110 Forecast Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 111 Forecast Sales of Apparel Accessories by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
FOOTWEAR IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Footwear sales supported by the running trend in South Korea
Sports brands remain popular in footwear, with Nike in the lead
Department stores upgrade their running-related areas to keep up with the trend