Published 31 March 2021

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Accounting for 40% of all online apparel sales in 2020 (NPD, 2021), it’s clear that activewear is on a winning streak – and forecast to be worth $439bn by 2026 (Comprar Acciones, 2020), there is still plenty of commercial mileage to be had from the segment. We highlight what to focus on in order to achieve fast growth.

It’s All in the Numbers

Sustainable Sports

Yoga Booming Big Time

Inclusively Active

Nothing beats a compelling set of statistics to encourage investment in an industry segment. From glowing global and territory data, to impressive individual brand and category sales performances, the numbers are 100% positive – and the future’s bright when it comes to activewear.

Nothing beats a compelling set of statistics to encourage investment in an industry segment. From glowing global and territory data, to impressive individual brand and category sales performances, the numbers are 100% positive – and the future’s bright when it comes to activewear.

Summary

It’s All in the Numbers

Nothing beats a compelling set of statistics to encourage investment in an industry segment. From glowing global and territory data, to impressive individual brand and category sales performances, the numbers are 100% positive – and the future’s bright when it comes to activewear.

Sustainable Sports

Consumer searches linked to sustainable activewear are increasing exponentially, and material innovators, as well as more brands dedicating themselves to the cause, are rising to the challenges of product fulfilment.

Yoga Booming Big Time

Within activewear, yoga is emerging as a killer category as pandemic-weary consumers enjoy its multiple health and wellness benefits – boosting demand for enticing product in the process. Women form the focus of this boom, but men represent a big opportunity, and there are some clear brand winners owning this once-niche apparel area.

Inclusively Active

Exercise is an important universal activity – but for many consumers, finding appropriate clothing and footwear that meets their needs can be difficult. From adaptive innovations and size inclusivity, to modest options and a men’s wellness focus, here’s how key brands are implementing change in the activewear market.

The Lifestyle Boom: Active

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