Deep DiveMarket Outlook: Apparel Specialty Retail—US and UK Revivals To Outpace Lockdown-Hit China Coresight Research May 20, 2022 Reasons to ReadApparel specialty retail is making a comeback in the US and UK, while China has been hit by lockdowns. In this Market Outlook, we discuss the performance and outlook for the apparel and footwear specialty retail sector, with a focus on the US, the UK and China. We also explore key growth drivers, competitive landscapes, opportunities arising from three key apparel and footwear specialty retail trends and notable retail innovators in the space. Read our US Apparel and Footwear Retailing Market Outlook for more coverage of the US and see our coverage of apparel specialty and off-price sectors here. Contents (Click to navigate) Introduction Market Performance and Outlook Market Factors Online Sector Sales Competitive Landscape Themes We Are Watching Retail Innovators What We Think Appendix: Ranking Apparel and Footwear Retailers by Store Numbers Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: US Store Tracker Extra, July 2025: 127 Million Square Feet of Retail Space To Close, Outpacing Openings by 60%How Will Tariffs Impact China’s Singles’ Day 2025? Six Months To Go—What Brands and Retailers Need to KnowJanuary 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: Projecting Mid-Single-Digit Growth for the Start of 2025Mixed Sentiment Trends Ahead of August 1 Tariffs; Plus, Luxury Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey Insights