The UK import of women's or girls' swimwear made from textile fabric not knitted or crocheted is forecast to decline steadily from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 2.2582 million items in 2024, the volume is projected to decrease annually, reaching 1.6695 million items by 2028. In 2023, the imports were higher than 2024, although exact figures from 2023 are not provided, indicating a downward trend in import volume.
Year-on-year analysis reveals a consistent decline, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicating a negative average change each year over the five-year period. This suggests a shrinking market or increasing domestic production and consumption patterns shifting away from imported non-knitted swimwear textiles.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable or alternative swimwear materials, potential geopolitical trade impacts, changes in fashion trends, and economic factors that could alter demand. Monitoring these factors will provide more insight into future market dynamics.
