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Hosiery in the United Kingdom

Publisher Euromonitor International
Published Dec 23, 2025
Length 23 Pages
SKU # EP20680624

Description

Hosiery in the UK was characterised by polarisation in 2025, with consumers seeking affordable, practical products and others willing to invest in premium or differentiated products. The local market was impacted by macroeconomic conditions, including persistent inflationary pressures and cautious wage growth, which constrained household budgets. Despite a decline in retail volume for non-sheer hosiery, the latter continued to dominate demand. The employed female population in the UK reached 16.

Euromonitor International's Hosiery in United Kingdom report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data 2020-2024 and analysis by distribution format allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, leading brands, and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market. Forecasts to 2029 illustrate how the market is set to change.

Product coverage: Non-Sheer Hosiery, Sheer Hosiery.

Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.

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* Get a detailed picture of the Hosiery market;
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* Use five-year forecasts to assess how the market is predicted to develop.

Table of Contents

23 Pages
Hosiery in the United Kingdom
Euromonitor International
December 2025
List Of Contents And Tables
HOSIERY IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
Economic pressures and growth opportunities in polarised environment
CHART 1 Key Trends 2025
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Multipack socks and tights ease back-to-school pressures
CHART 2 Multipacks of Socks and Tights Ease Back-to-School Spending Pressure
Affordability and durability drive consumer choices in polarised environment
Sustainability and inclusivity drive hosiery innovation
CHART 3 Analyst Insight
CHART 4 Size Inclusivity and Recyclable Fibres Drive Product Innovation
Generation Z influences hosiery trends with digital-first habits
CHART 5 Minimalist and Coloured Socks Captivate Generation Z
WHAT’S NEXT?
Forecast period set to see rising demand for sustainable hosiery
Inclusivity, customisation, and tech can help shape the future of UK hosiery
Digital channels and fashion influences set to drive growth opportunities
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Private label remains strong amid fragmented landscape
CHANNELS
Retail offline dominates hosiery sales, with grocery retailers a popular destination
E-commerce plays a supporting role in hosiery sales
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
CHART 6 Key Trends 2025
CHART 7 Analyst Insight
CHART 8 Nobody's Child eBay Collaboration
CHART 9 Aligne x Elizabeth Day: Creative Collaborations Prove Successful for Challengers
CHART 10 Amazon Haul Feature Launches in the UK
CHART 11 Real GDP Growth and Inflation 2020-2030
CHART 12 PEST Analysis in the United Kingdom 2025
CHART 13 Key Insights on Consumers in the United Kingdom 2025
CHART 14 Consumer Landscape in the United Kingdom 2025
APPAREL AND FOOTWEAR IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Navigating polarised growth amidst economic challenges
KEY DATA FINDINGS
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Macroeconomic pressure impacts consumer spending habits
Market polarisation drives diverging consumer values
Resale platforms gain popularity among UK consumers
WHAT’S NEXT?
Consumers set to drive sustainable and tech-enhanced shopping experience
Sportswear predicted to record further strong growth
Technological integration and sustainability to shape industry
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Asda Stores strengthens lead of fragmented landscape with private label line
Topshop relaunches with new strategy, fuelling growth
Emerging brands focus on niche strategies and community engagement
CHANNELS
Retail offline remains crucial despite e-commerce growth
Retail e-commerce drives sales with convenience and competitive pricing
PRODUCTS
Amazon Haul responds to demand for affordable but fashionable pieces
ECONOMIC CONTEXT
CONSUMER CONTEXT
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
SOURCES
Summary 1 Research Sources

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