The UK market for women's and girls' blouses, shirts, and shirt-blouses of textile fabric not knitted or crocheted showed a decline from a high of 2.01 items per capita in 2015 to 1.64 in 2023. Notable year-on-year variations include a significant drop in 2018 and 2020, reflecting changing consumer habits and possible economic influences. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years shows a slight decline of approximately 0.2% per annum.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increased demand for sustainable and ethically produced fabrics.
Potential influence of fashion innovation and technology on production and consumption.
The evolving e-commerce landscape affecting purchasing patterns.