Reasons to Read

Uncover how shifting channels, economic headwinds and consumer trends are reshaping US apparel and footwear retail.

Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions:

• What is the 2026 growth outlook for the US apparel and footwear market—and which segments are driving it?
• How are categories like outerwear, sportswear and innerwear expected to perform through 2029?
• Which retail channels are gaining—and losing—market share in the evolving distribution landscape?
• Who are the top-performing retailers and brands—and how are off-pricers, mass merchants and e-commerce platforms changing the game?
• What macro and demographic forces—from inflation to aging consumers—are influencing demand, pricing and innovation in the sector?

Companies mentioned in this report include: Abercrombie & Fitch, Academy Sports and Outdoors, Adidas, Amazon, American Eagle Outfitters, Burlington Stores, Columbia Sportswear, Crocs, Deckers Outdoor Corporation, Designer Brands, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Foot Locker, Gap Inc., Hanesbrands, H&M, JD.com, Levi Strauss & Co., Lululemon Athletica, Macy’s, NIKE, Nordstrom, Puma, Ralph Lauren, Ross Stores, Shein, Steve Madden, Target, TJX Companies, Under Armour, Urban Outfitters, Victoria’s Secret & Co., Walmart and Wrangler.

Data in this report include: total market size and segment forecasts through 2029; e-commerce penetration trends; category-level growth rates across outerwear, sportswear, and accessories; store counts and traffic data by retailer; operating margins by retailer and brand; and results from Coresight’s June 2025 US consumer apparel and footwear survey.

Other relevant research:

• Visit the Coresight Research Fashion and Luxury Hub to explore sector data, reports and company profiles.