Apparel and footwear specialists in the United Arab Emirates is set to benefit from improving socioeconomic conditions, leading to increased disposable incomes, an influx of affluent migrants supported by initiatives such as the Golden Visa, as well as the local market's position as a prime tourism shopping destination in the region. The channel will also benefit from the expansion of innovative store concepts outside of core cities, attracting consumers through experiential retail offerings and diversified offerings.
Over the review period, sustainability became an important competitive tool for retailers in the United Arab Emirates, driven by rising interest from Generation Z and Generation Alpha consumers, a trend that is likely to gain further momentum in the coming years. There is a growing trend among brands to prioritise eco-conscious materials, incorporating recycled materials, organic fabrics, and adopting sustainable production practices.
The mid-priced segment in apparel and footwear specialists will continue to be marked by intensified competition, with online operators strategically positioned to meet the demand for value and convenience. In response, leading players will likely look to upgrade their physical stores with innovative solutions such as self-checkout points, in-store click and collect, and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology to offer a more convenient experience to consumers.
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Apparel and footwear specialists are chained or independent retail outlets with a primary focus on selling one or more of the following categories: clothing, footwear, and/or fashion accessories (costume jewellery, sunglasses, belts, hats, gloves, handbags, scarves, etc.). Apparel specialists include specialty apparel like wedding dress shops. Example brands include Primark, TJ Maxx, and Zara. Sportswear retailers, such as Adidas and Nike, are excluded from this channel and are included in Sports Goods Stores; this is due to the companies considering themselves sports companies as opposed to apparel companies.
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