Europe has a strong, growing apparel market. Some of the world’s biggest and most well-known apparel companies are European. Apparel imports from developing countries are increasing faster than the EU’s general import rate. Dresses and both active and fashion sportswear are fast-growing and attractive categories.
Trends in this sector include sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and transparency. Other major trends include production process and sales technology. The relationship between buyers, suppliers and consumers is also becoming more important.
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