The forecast for the sold production of men's or boys' underpants, briefs, nightshirts, pyjamas, bathrobes, dressing gowns, and similar articles of knitted or crocheted textiles in Italy indicates a declining trend from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, this market stood at 9.398 million items. From 2024 to 2028, the year-on-year decline is evident with a total decrease of over 12% by 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) suggests a consistent annual reduction in sold production volume during this period.

Future trends to watch for:

Sustainability and eco-friendliness in textile manufacturing might affect consumer demand and production methods.
Changes in fashion trends, especially post-pandemic, may alter consumer preferences for nightwear and loungewear.
Increased market competition from low-cost overseas producers could impact local production volumes.
Innovations in fabric technology and online retail expansion may offer new growth avenues.