Product Code: ETC051440 | Publication Date: Aug 2023 | Updated Date: Sep 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
The United Arab Emirates Socks Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. From 15.76% in 2025, the growth rate steadily ascends to 16.05% in 2029.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) socks market has experienced significant growth and demand during the period from 2025 to 2031. Socks are essential clothing items worn for foot comfort and hygiene, and they come in various styles and materials to cater to different preferences and occasions. The market`s expansion can be attributed to factors such as the UAE growing fashion and apparel industry, increasing disposable incomes, and the rising popularity of branded and designer socks. Moreover, the Covid-19 pandemic influenced consumer behaviors and the demand for socks in the UAE.
Several key drivers have fueled the growth of the UAE socks market. Firstly, the UAE thriving fashion and apparel industry, with a wide range of clothing options and style trends, has driven the demand for socks as fashionable accessories to complement outfits. Secondly, the increasing disposable incomes and changing lifestyles of consumers have led to higher spending on fashion and clothing items, including socks. Additionally, the rising popularity of branded and designer socks, promoted by fashion influencers and celebrity endorsements, has boosted the demand for premium and trendy sock products.
Despite its growth prospects, the UAE socks market faces certain challenges. Firstly, the presence of counterfeit or low-quality socks in the market may impact the reputation of reputable sock brands and pose quality concerns for consumers. Secondly, fluctuations in raw material prices and import/export regulations can affect the cost and availability of socks in the market. Moreover, the Covid-19 pandemic introduced disruptions in the retail sector and consumer spending patterns, affecting the demand for non-essential clothing items like socks during certain periods.
The Covid-19 pandemic, which emerged in 2025, had varying effects on the UAE socks market. The pandemic initially led to disruptions in retail operations and reduced footfall in shopping malls, affecting the sales of fashion and clothing items, including socks. Additionally, with work-from-home and stay-at-home measures in place, consumer behaviors shifted towards casual and comfortable clothing, reducing the demand for dress socks and formal wear. However, as economic activities resumed and restrictions eased, the demand for socks rebounded, especially for comfortable and athleisure styles.
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1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Overview |
3.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing fashion consciousness and increasing disposable income in the UAE |
4.2.2 Favorable demographic trends like a young population with a preference for trendy and fashionable socks |
4.2.3 Increasing preference for online shopping and e-commerce platforms boosting sock sales |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Competition from international sock brands entering the UAE market |
4.3.2 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting production costs |
4.3.3 Economic uncertainties and fluctuations in consumer spending patterns |
5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Trends |
6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market, By Types |
6.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market, By Product |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Revenues & Volume, By Product, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Revenues & Volume, By Casual, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Revenues & Volume, By Formal, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Revenues & Volume, By Athletic, 2021-2031F |
6.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Revenues & Volume, By Men, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Revenues & Volume, By Women, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Revenues & Volume, By Children, 2021-2031F |
6.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Revenues & Volume, By Hypermarket & Supermarket, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Revenues & Volume, By Convenience Store, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Revenues & Volume, By Online, 2021-2031F |
7 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average order value (AOV) of socks purchased online |
8.2 Percentage of repeat customers in the socks market |
8.3 Growth rate of online sock retailers in the UAE |
8.4 Social media engagement and brand awareness metrics for sock brands |
8.5 Percentage of sales attributed to new sock designs and collections |
9 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Socks Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |