The uniforms and workwear market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• In recent years, substantial growth has been observed in the size of the uniforms and workwear market. It's projected to expand from $80.05 billion in 2024 to $84.75 billion in 2025, following a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%.
Factors contributing to this growth during the historic period include an adaption to industry safety standards, improvements in the durability of fabric, amendments to corporate identity norms, modifications in labor laws, and an increment in job opportunities.
The uniforms and workwear market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• In the coming years, the uniforms and workwear market is projected to witness significant expansion, with projections placing its valuation at $105.51 billion by 2029, expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%.
This predicted rise during the forecast window is a result of factors such as changing workplace safety norms, increased emphasis on professional looks, surge in demand for tailored solutions, and heightened corporate sustainability initiatives. Observable trends for the forecast period encompass the incorporation of intelligent fabrics, growing utilization of eco-friendly materials, personalization through cutting-edge design technology, focus on improved comfort and ergonomics, and the creation of novel fabric and clothing technologies.
The burgeoning employment rate is projected to fuel the expansion of the uniforms and workwear market. The term 'employment rate' refers to the proportion of the labor force in employment. Factors contributing to its growth include economic expansion leading to more job opportunities, a rise in labor force participation, and beneficial government strategies that encourage job creation and workforce advancement. This escalating employment rate propels the uniforms and workwear market by increasing the number of workers requiring this attire for their employment, consequently amplifying demand across different sectors. For example, in May 2024, data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics revealed that total employment increased by 572,000 individuals or 4.6%. This increase was most noticeable in the Accommodation and Food Services industry, gaining an additional 145,000 individuals (13.6%), and the Health Care and Social Assistance industry, with an upsurge of 123,000 individuals (8.0%). As a result, the ascending employment rate is contributing to the expansion of the uniforms and workwear market.
The uniforms and workwearmarket covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: General Workwear, Corporate Workwear, Uniforms
2) By Purpose: Rental, Purchase
3) By Demography: Men, Women
4) By Distribution Channel: Specialty Stores, Online Retail, Department Stores, Other Distribution Channels
5) By Application: Service Industry, Manufacturing Industry, Construction Industry, Agriculture And Forestry Industry, Other Applications
Subsegments:
1) General Workwear: Safety Workwear, Casual Workwear
2) Corporate Workwear: Business Attire, Promotional Workwear
3) Uniforms: Medical Uniforms, Hospitality Uniforms
Leading firms in the uniforms and workwear market are concentrating on offering enhanced clothing solutions such as long-lasting uniforms. These uniforms offer improved comfort, long-lasting nature, and efficacy for workers in various sectors. They are engineered for resistance to extensive wear and tear and provide enduring safety and coziness in challenging conditions. For instance, in July 2023, Alexandra, a clothing brand based in England, unveiled its innovative Eco range. This signaled their dedication to environmental conservation via cutting-edge apparel technologies and environmentally-friendly fibers. The Eco range is custom-made to cater to sectors like healthcare and gastronomy, blending sustainability with professional clothing while heightening worker comfort and safety in taxing roles. Alexandra's Eco line seeks to simplify access to eco-friendly garments for both small-scale and large-scale enterprises, tackling both environmental and functional needs.
Major companies operating in the uniforms and workwear market are:
• Macy's Inc
• Wesfarmers Group
• Aramark Corporation
• VF Corporation
• Cintas Corporation
• UniFirst Corporation
• Mecalux International
• Carhartt Inc
• Sioen Industries NV
• Delta Plus Group
• Engelbert Strauss Ltd
• Workwear Group Pty Ltd
• Red Kap
• Alexandra
• Lakeland Industries Inc
• Fristads Group
• Wearwell Ltd
• Rental Uniform Service
• RefrigiWear Inc
• Dickies
• ICO Uniforms Inc
• Alsico Group
• Hunter Apparel Solutions Ltd
• Red the Uniform Tailor
• FlexiTog
• IFR Workwear Inc
• Polytex Technologies Ltd
• Technoavia Co
• Vestis
• Vostok Service
North America was the largest region in the uniforms and workwear market in 2024. The regions covered in the uniforms and workwear market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.