European household expenditure on clothing and footwear varies significantly by country in 2023, with France leading at 45.53 billion euros and Luxembourg trailing with 1.09 billion euros. Notable year-on-year changes include a rise in Ireland’s expenditure by 7.6% and a decline in Spain’s by 1.36%. Over the past year, significant growth has been seen in Croatia (8.37%) and Latvia (7.31%).
Trends to watch for in the future include:
- Potential rebound in Spanish expenditure as economic conditions improve.
- Continued growth in Eastern European countries, supported by rising income levels.
- Impact of sustainability trends on clothing consumption patterns across Europe.
Top countries in Household Expenditure on Clothing and Footwear by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 45,530 | 2023 | +0.54% | +0.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 28,130 | 2023 | +1.78% | -1.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 21,180 | 2023 | +1.89% | +4.19% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 11,580 | 2023 | +0.97% | +0.36% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 11,020 | 2023 | -1.67% | +0.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 5,580 | 2023 | +2.06% | +7.6% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 5,360 | 2023 | -0.17% | -0.59% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 2,570 | 2023 | +2.85% | +4.33% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 2,290 | 2023 | +0.95% | +8.37% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 1,820 | 2023 | +1.82% | +1.56% | View data |
