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Infographic | April 20, 2023

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Returns, Resale and Sourcing in Apparel—Infographic

With Earth Day around the corner, Coresight Research is keeping environmental and related issues top of mind. In this infographic, we highlight our proprietary EnCORE framework for sustainability in retail, with a focus on returns, resale and sourcing in the apparel, footwear and accessories sector.

Deep Dive | April 19, 2023 Premium

E-Commerce Outlook: US Apparel and Footwear Sector—Product, Experience and Cost Control Matter Amid Softer Demand

In this E-Commerce Outlook, we examine the size and trajectory of the US online apparel and footwear sector. We explore market drivers, the competitive landscape, key themes we are watching in 2022 and beyond, as well as innovators in the space.

Insight Report | April 4, 2023 Free Report

The True Cost of Apparel Returns: Alarming Return Rates Require Loss-Minimization Solutions

We explore the rates and impacts of online returns in the US apparel sector, based on Coresight Research survey findings. This free report is sponsored by 3DLOOK.

Insight Report | April 4, 2023 Premium

US Apparel and Beauty Spending Tracker: February 2023 Clothing and Footwear Spending Posts Solid Growth Despite Strong Comparatives

The Coresight Research US Apparel and Beauty Spending Tracker provides a monthly update on the trajectory of consumer spending on beauty, clothing and footwear. In this report, we discuss data from February 2023, showing that clothing and footwear spending is up 7.0% year over year.

Infographic | March 28, 2023 Free Report

Alarming Return Rates Require Loss-Minimization Solutions: Key Insights—Free Infographic

We present selected insights into online returns in the US apparel sector, based on Coresight Research survey findings. This free infographic is sponsored by 3DLOOK.

Deep Dive | March 22, 2023 Premium

US Dresswear Retailing: Sales To Dwindle in 2023 as Pent-Up Demand Fades

We explore how dresswear, smart-casual and occasion-based apparel in the US will fare after a year of strong demand revival. We present category growth projections, insights into market factors, proprietary survey findings on consumer spending, and more.

Market Outlook | March 15, 2023 Premium

Market Navigator: US Apparel and Footwear Retailing—After the Bounce, What’s Next?

Launching our new, in-depth, data-rich Market Navigator series, we present a definitive guide on US apparel and footwear retailing. We explore market growth factors, the competitive landscape, consumer survey analysis, themes we are watching, retail innovators in the space, and more.

Market Outlook | March 13, 2023 Premium

Market Navigator: US Apparel and Footwear Retailing—Executive Summary

We present a preview of our upcoming research on US apparel and footwear retailing, which will be the first report in our new, in-depth, data-rich Market Navigator series for Coresight Research subscribers.

Insight Report | February 27, 2023 Premium

US Apparel and Beauty Spending Tracker: January 2023 Clothing and Footwear Spending Shows Continued Strong Growth

The Coresight Research US Apparel and Beauty Spending Tracker provides a monthly update on the trajectory of consumer spending on beauty, clothing and footwear. In this report, we discuss data from January 2023, showing that clothing and footwear spending is up 6.3% year over year.

Insight Report | February 20, 2023 Premium

Earnings Insights 4Q22, Week 4: Crocs Posts Strong Sales Momentum; Herbalife Sees Sales Declines

The Earnings Insights series features highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list, as they report fourth-quarter 2022 earnings. This week features highlights from Crocs and Herbalife Nutrition.

Event Coverage | February 16, 2023 Premium

Fashinnovation’s Worldwide Talks 8: Entrepreneurship, Sustainability and Technology To Drive Fashion in 2023

A member of the Coresight Research team attended and spoke at Fashinnovation’s Worldwide Talks 8, a day-long, invitation-only event held in New York City on February 7. We present key themes and ideas presented during the event.

Deep Dive | February 14, 2023 Premium

Market Outlook: UK Apparel and Footwear Retailing—Market Softens, Industry Players Seek To Improve Margins

We discuss the growth trajectory of the apparel and footwear market in the UK amid the country’s sluggish economic conditions and inflationary pressures.

Insight Report | February 10, 2023 Premium

Shein in Fast Fashion—Update: Establishing Dominance Through New Strategies and Business Expansion Plans

Shein gained ground as a leading player in the fast-fashion market in 2022 and is set to expand its business in 2023. Building on a previous report, we explore the company’s major strategies and recent developments.

Deep Dive | February 9, 2023 Premium

Inclusivity in Retail: Trends from 2022, Opportunities for 2023

Inclusivity—providing equal access for people who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized—is a key trend in retail. We explore progress in 2022 and present our expectations for the development of inclusivity in retail in 2023, across areas such as adaptive, gender-free and extended-size offerings.

Insight Report | February 6, 2023 Premium

Roblox and Fortnite: Bridges to the Metaverse for Fashion Brands

Established pre-Web 3.0 platforms Roblox and Fortnite have loyal and active user bases, and they are setting the stage and user trends for the developing metaverse. We present an overview of the two platforms and explore how they are helping fashion brands launch in the virtual world.