Product Code: CLFMY
Sales of apparel and footwear in Malaysia are expected to see positive growth in current value terms in 2024, albeit at a slower pace compared to the previous two years. The rising cost of living is a significant factor impacting the market, with higher production costs - driven by increases in raw material prices and labour shortages - leading to higher prices for clothing and shoes. Additionally, ongoing supply chain disruptions, in the context of geopolitical tensions, continue to affect both...
Euromonitor International's Apparel and Footwear in Malaysia 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
List Of Contents And Tables
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 MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
- Casualisation trend drives growth in non-formal womenswear
- Second-hand clothing proves to be attractive to budget-conscious consumers
- Mass fashion brands continue to dominate the market, with local players shifting focus to online retailing
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
- Womenswear is poised for growth, despite challenging economic conditions
- Modest clothing trend will gain momentum
- Continued shift towards hybrid retail model
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 MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
- Shift towards casual menswear, driving by hybrid working and changing dress codes
- Rise of local menswear designers catering to fashion-conscious male consumers
- Sustainability becomes key focus in men's fashion
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
- Rising cost of living will boost demand for affordable menswear ranges
- Streetwear will take central stage, thanks to casual dressing trend
- Physical stores will remain vital, despite growth in online 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 MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
- Childrenswear market sees further growth, alongside rise of social activities and outings
- Fast-fashion brands dominate competitive landscape by providing affordable childrenswear ranges
- Online retailers expand their footprint in Malaysia by targeting value-driven segment
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
- Strong prospects childrenswear, driven by online and offline retail expansion
- Parents with higher purchasing power increasingly sought for premium quality childrenswear for their children
- Childrenswear brands will continue to use licenced characters to appeal to young consumers
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 MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
- Rise in active lifestyles boosts growth in sportswear
- International sportswear brands eye Malaysian expansion
- Sportswear stores in Malaysia personalise shopping experience with cutting-edge technology
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
- Positive outlook for sportswear, fuelled by healthy lifestyle trends
- Bricks-and-mortar retailing will remain essential, with players offering immersive and interactive customer experiences
- More sportswear brands to focus on sustainability
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 MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
- Steady growth in 2024, driven by strengthening athleisure trend
- Jeans manufacturers flex their sustainability credentials
- Levi's consolidates its position through upscale shopping experiences and collaborations
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
- Strong demand for jeans is set to continue as Levi's forges ahead with new flagship stores
- Economy and standard jeans to see stronger demand as brands focus on pricing strategies
- Jean manufacturers will focus on sustainability to meet demands of environmentally- conscious consumers
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 MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
- Sales of hosiery stabilise somewhat in 2024 following post-pandemic surge, although athleisure trend drives further demand
- High demand for fast-fashion and sports-branded hosiery drives growth
- KK Super Mart faces backlash over "Allah" socks
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
- Athleisure trend will drive growth
- Price discounts will be key to stimulating sales
- Increasing focus on diversity and local culture in Malaysian hosiery designs
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 MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
- Athleisure shapes demand for apparel accessories
- Revival in sales of luxury brands, thanks due new mall openings
- Online retailers offer unprecedented variety, as well as customisation in apparel accessories
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
- Growing demand for modest fashion will drive sales of scarves
- Discounting will remain relevant marketing tactic
- Niche or emerging players are expected to tap into online retailing
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 MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
- Women's footwear leads sales growth
- Sports footwear thrives amid Malaysia's active lifestyle boom
- New technology offers personalised shopping experience
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
- Footwear will see steady growth, despite potential rise in cost-conscious behaviour
- Growing interest in sporting activities will lead to rising demand for advanced footwear technologies
- E-commerce to reshape the footwear market with competitive pricing
CATEGORY DATA
- Table 112 Sales of Footwear by Category: Volume 2019-2024
- Table 113 Sales of Footwear by Category: Value 2019-2024
- Table 114 Sales of Footwear by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
- Table 115 Sales of Footwear by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
- Table 116 NBO Company Shares of Footwear: % Value 2020-2024
- Table 117 LBN Brand Shares of Footwear: % Value 2021-2024
- Table 118 Distribution of Footwear by Format: % Value 2019-2024
- Table 119 Forecast Sales of Footwear by Category: Volume 2024-2029
- Table 120 Forecast Sales of Footwear by Category: Value 2024-2029
- Table 121 Forecast Sales of Footwear by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
- Table 122 Forecast Sales of Footwear by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029