The global men’s trousers market size was estimated at USD 138.7 billion in 2020 and is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.0% from 2021 to 2028. Rising acceptance of corporate culture across world, protection of the lower body, and increasing fashion consciousness are attributing to the growth of this market for men’s trousers. Moreover, manufacturers are adopting automatic machines to increase production and at the same time reduce the cost associated with it. The key participants are focusing on increasing their customer base by reaching them in different ways such as e-commerce platforms and offering discount schemes. Additionally, rising per capita income, and purchasing power are further driving the growth of this market.
Trouser for men are used to cover legs separately, and are also called as pants. Trousers are the outer garments, that are offered in various fabrics such as cotton, polyester, cellulosic nylon, wool, acrylic, and velvet. These products are available in different styles, colors, and designs for multiple uses, which includes casual, formal, and cocktail parties.
During COVID 19 pandemic and lockdown situation, governments of various countries restricted or citizens prefer to stay at home as a precautionary measure. Various sports events, exhibitions, and other public events were canceled across the world. Moreover, corporate offices are opened with fewer employees while most of the employees are working from home.
Due to this, the market for men’s trouser experienced a short fall in the sales of apparel due to restricted production, disturbed supply chains, and reduced demand. Considering this overall short slack in market revenue, it is expected that the sector will soon witness healthy growth in the upcoming years after COVID restrictions.
The cloth trouser segment dominated the market for men’s trousers and accounted for the largest revenue share of more than 40.0% in 2020. The segment is expected to forecast a CAGR of 4.5% from 2021 to 2028. A variety of cloths made from popular fibers such as Linen, Silk, Cotton, Canvas is used for trousers. Cloth twisted form trousers using yarns to provide strength and crease resistance. This type is relatively more economical and popular as it provides more versatile than any other garment. Thus, cloth trouser type consumed the most for making apparel in the textile industry.
The shorts segment is expected to witness the 2nd highest CAGR of 5.0% from 2021 to 2028. Short trousers are knee-length trousers, which were earlier worn by children. Nowadays with benefits of short trousers such as reduced fatigue, strain prevention, increased power, and better jumping ability are getting popular among consumers. With the benefits of shorts-type trousers, this segment contributes to market revenue.
The offline distribution channel segment dominated the market for men’s trousers and contributed to a larger market share of more than 80% in 2020.Offline channels include sports stores, distributors, and retail stores. Manufacturers and marketers use the traditional retail channel for more sales. The segment includes organized retail channels which are more customer-oriented and provide better services by selling a variety of apparel directly to the end-users. Additionally, these stores provide a choice of physical verification and trials and facility of products to the end users, and contribute to market revenue. Thus, offline segment contribute more to the market revenue.
The online distribution channel segment is expected to forecast a CAGR of 6.4% from 2021 to 2028. Citizens started using online shopping portals and mobile apps for shopping and are getting popular due to simplicity and convenience. Products are available at economic rates via online channel compared to offline. Moreover, end-users choose the most believed shopping portals or mobile apps to purchase.
Asia Pacific is forecast to witness the highest CAGR of 5.9% from 2021 to 2028. China and India are positively contributing to the growth of the market. With the largest growing population and increasing disposal income, the region is witnessing huge demand for apparel. Many multinational companies are expanding in this region due to low labor costs and easy availability of raw material, resulting in low manufacturing costs. Thus, the region is forecasted to grow with the highest CAGR during forecast period.
Europe contributed a market share of more than 25.0% in 2020. Well-developed economic countries such as Germany, the U.K., and France are positively contributing to the market revenue. Financially independent population, higher per capita income, and changing fashion trends are major factors expected to impact the growth of the market in this region.
The market is characterized by the presence of various well-established players and several small and medium players. Vendors are focusing on product launches to meet consumer’s expectations with changing fashion consciousness. Additionally, vendors are trying to innovate new preservative techniques to increase the durability of the product. Moreover, vendors are expanding their reach across geographic. Such initiatives are expected to boost the adoption rate of the products among consumers. The vendors are aggressively following the organic as well as inorganic strategies to expand their footprints across the geography. Some of the prominent players in the men’s trousers market include:
Report Attribute |
Details |
Market size value in 2021 |
USD 143.3 billion |
Revenue forecast in 2028 |
USD 201.9 billion |
Growth Rate |
CAGR of 5.0% from 2021 to 2028 |
Base year for estimation |
2020 |
Historical data |
2017 - 2019 |
Forecast period |
2021 - 2028 |
Quantitative units |
Revenue in USD million and CAGR from 2021 to 2028 |
Report coverage |
Revenue forecast, company ranking, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends |
Segments covered |
Type, distribution channel, region |
Regional scope |
North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Central & South America; Middle East & Africa |
Country scope |
U.S.; Germany; France, U.K.; China; India; Brazil; South Africa |
Key companies profiled |
Dior, H&M Hennes & Mauritz AB, RALPH LAUREN, Guccio Gucci S.p.A., PRADA, Burberry Group Plc, Giorgio Armani S.p.A., Dolce & Gabbana S.r.l., Gianni Versace S.r.l., and Louis Vuitton, Inc. |
Customization scope |
Free report customization (equivalent up to 8 analysts’ working days) with purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional, and segment scope. |
This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2017 to 2028. For the purpose of this study, Million Insights has segmented the global men’s trousers market on the basis of type, distribution channel, and region:
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