2025: The State of U.S. Apparel, Footwear, and Accessories
Explore Elm Street Advisors' latest analysis: 2025 - The State of U.S. Apparel, Footwear, and Accessories for insights into what’s driving (and constraining) growth across the industry.
The data tells a clear story: growth in U.S. apparel, footwear, and accessories is increasingly concentrated among a few dominant players while other brands are struggling to find growth. As consumers trade down and the macro environment shifts, it’s time for companies to rethink cost structures, strengthen brand relevance, and balance efficiency with innovation.