In the past decade, France's market for women's and girls' trousers and breeches made of wool, fine animal hair, or man-made fibers has shown notable growth. In 2013, the market size was 18.103 million units, growing steadily to reach 26.706 million units by 2023. A fluctuation in year-on-year growth rates marked this period, with particularly high growth in 2017 at 14.13%. In recent years, the market has stabilized, with annual growth rates close to 1% for 2022 and 2023. The compound annual growth rate over the last five years is 1.91%, reflecting a trend towards modest but sustainable growth.
Future trends to watch for:
- Growing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly materials, particularly in Europe.
- Increased influence of e-commerce on retail sales.
- Adoption of innovative textile technologies, enhancing garment functionality and consumer appeal.