Men's & Boys' Apparel Manufacturing in the US

All sewn up

The apparent nature of the apparel industry is one of significant barriers associated with high brand names. However, this declining market has also been saturated with cheap imports, severely cutting into market share. High volatility is created by unpredictable fashion swings, and all but the adaptable firms are often hung out to dry. There's no real new technology to patch things up, this is one regulated and competitive industry that is set to remain labor intense.

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing men's and boys' cut and sew apparel from purchased fabric. Men's and boys' clothing jobbers, who perform entrepreneurial functions involved in apparel manufacture, including buying raw materials, designing and preparing samples, arranging for apparel to be made from their materials, and marketing finished apparel, are included. This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.