From 2013 to 2023, the per capita volume of women's or girls' dresses of textile fabrics not knitted or crocheted in Ireland showed a general downward trend, decreasing from a high of 1.12 in 2013 to 0.77 in 2023. Over the last two years, the year-on-year decline accelerated, reflecting a challenging market environment. The five-year CAGR indicates a consistent negative growth pattern, highlighting persistent reductions in market size volume per capita.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential recovery driven by economic stabilization and fashion trends favoring woven fabrics.
Influence of sustainability movements encouraging natural textile purchases.
Impact of digital retail growth in diversifying consumer options.