In 2023, the UK sold a substantial number of women's or girls' outerwear items. From 2024 onwards, forecasts indicate a continuous decline in production volume. By 2025, production is expected to decrease by 8.8%, followed by a further 9.5% drop in 2026, and a 10.3% reduction in 2027. By 2028, production is projected to decline by another 11.2%, resulting in a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2023 to 2028 of approximately -8.1%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Sustainability demands potentially reshaping production and material sourcing.
Impact of economic factors such as disposable income and consumer confidence on fashion consumption patterns.
Technological advances in textile manufacturing possibly revolutionizing design and cost efficiencies.