United States (US) Apparel Consumer Insights – Who Shops, What do they Shop, How do they Shop and Why do they Shop
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US Apparel Consumer Insights Report Overview
More than 77% of US consumers bought apparel from physical stores in 2023. However, many consumers plan to cut back on their clothing and accessories spend over the next six months. Inflation is expected to ease in 2024, however, this has not reassured consumers about the outlook for the US economy in the next six months.
The ‘US Apparel Consumer Insights Report’ provides detailed insights into consumer sentiment among apparel shoppers in the US. This report offers a detailed analysis of the market with the impact of recent events on customer shopping behavior, key apparel retailers, and channel usage.
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US Apparel Consumer Insights - Consumer Sentiment
A few of the respondents expect their finances to worsen, however, many plan to cut back on retail spending during 2024. More females anticipate cutting back on retail spending than males, as they tend to spend more on non-essential sectors, so have more scope to reduce their spending.
Over the next six months, many consumers expect to increase their spending on food and groceries, as they focus on essential spending amid economic challenges. Conversely, most consumers are planning to cut back on entertainment and the home sectors, due to their discretionary nature and the high price tags of some home products.
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US Apparel Consumer Insights - Who Shops & What They Purchase
In the past 12 months, many US consumers purchased apparel and this was highest among females, due to their stronger engagement with fashion trends. Penetration was similar between the age groups, though was highest among 45-54s, due to their greater levels of discretionary income.
In the past 12 months, everyday casualwear was the preferred style of apparel among US apparel shoppers. The US shoppers opt for versatile items that can be worn in a variety of circumstances. Loungewear and sportswear were the second and third most purchased styles due to a preference for comfortable clothing and the ongoing appeal of the athleisure trend.
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US Apparel Consumer Insights - Where People Shop
The leading global apparel brands that most US consumers shop for include Shein, Adidas, Nike, H&M, and Puma among others. Among these, Nike was the most popular among US shoppers in 2023.
Global Apparel Brands Preferred by Consumers, 2023 (%)
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US Apparel Consumer Insights - Drivers
Most US apparel shoppers stated that fit influences their purchases. Comfort and quality are the other most important factors influencing the purchase. Instore experiences and convenience hold greater importance for respondents than online shopping experiences owing to higher usage of this channel in the past year.
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Scope
- This report provides detailed consumer insights into the US apparel market.
- The report centers on consumer sentiment, categories purchased, and channel usage.
- The report also covers motivations for purchasing, purchase frequency, and the most popular global brands.
Key Highlights
- Young consumers plan to spend more on apparel over the next six months as they remain focused on keeping up with trends
- Loungewear and sportswear were the most purchased styles after everyday casualwear in 2023, driven by a desire for comfort
- Instore shopping remains dominant in the US, especially among older shoppers who are typically less tech-savvy
- US shoppers favor classic, high-quality apparel, though young consumers enjoy buying into current trends as well
Reasons to Buy
- Identify how rising inflation is influencing how and where US consumers shop
- Understand consumer sentiment in the US apparel market and what this means for apparel brands’ next steps.
- Learn about where the demand lies within the US apparel market, to allow you to maximise customer acquisition
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H&M
Puma
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Frequently asked questions
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How many United States consumers bought apparel in 2023?
More than 77% of United States consumers bought apparel in 2023 from physical stores.
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Which was the prime factor influencing US consumers’ apparel purchases in 2023?
The fit of apparel was the prime factor influencing US consumers’ apparel purchases in 2023.
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Which were the leading global apparel brands preferred by consumers in 2023?
The global apparel brands most preferred by consumers in 2023 include Shein, Adidas, Nike, H&M, and Puma among others.
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