Alpaca Apparel And Accessories Market To Reach $1,085.5 Million By 2030

May 2023 | Report Format: Electronic (PDF)

Alpaca Apparel And Accessories Market Growth & Trends

The global alpaca apparel and accessories market size was estimated to reach USD 1,085.5 million in 2030 and is expected to expand at a CAGR of 7.1% from 2023 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. There has been an increasing demand for alpaca fibers for various products such as scarves, shawls, and baby garments. This demand has led to a rise in alpaca populations in countries like Europe, the USA, and Australia, where alpacas are now being bred and farmed. Alpacas are still primarily raised in South America, they have become increasingly popular worldwide due to the growing demand for sustainable and ethical fashion, as alpaca wool is considered to be more eco-friendly than many other types of wool.

Moreover, the established brands, manufacturers and scientists are likely to continue to invest in improving alpaca production and fiber quality in order to meet growing demand and stay competitive in the market. In addition, genetic tools such as selective breeding can help to improve the genetic traits of alpacas, including their fiber quality, which will further raise the demand for alpaca finished goods including sweaters, scarves, socks, and other apparel.

The alpaca apparel held the largest market share in 2022. The high consumer spending capabilities in Europe and North America coupled with the region's favorable weather conditions, are expected to drive demand for alpaca fiber accessories over the forecast period. This includes items such as sweaters, scarves, shawls that are not only functional but also stylish and fashionable, therefore making an ideal choice among the high-income population. Moreover, alpaca fibre is warm and insulating and is perfect for cold weather conditions, which has enabled the manufacturers to produce winter wear products globally.

The women exhibited the largest share among the end-user category of the overall market. Women are often the primary consumers of clothing and accessories, and as such, they are a key demographic for manufacturers and designers of alpaca clothing. Many women are willing to spend more on high-quality, sustainable, and fashionable clothing, and alpaca fiber products are increasingly meeting these needs among the female population.

Online channel is expected to maintain its fastest growth during the forecasted period. In recent years, online sales of alpaca garments have increased. Manufacturers and sellers of alpaca clothing have begun to capitalise on the benefits of online sales channels as consumers increasingly turn to e-commerce platforms for their purchasing needs. Online sales enable firms to access a larger audience, including people in remote areas, while also providing a convenient buying experience.

The North America is likely to register the fastest growth during the forecast period and is expected to retain its dominance through the forecasted years. This growth in alpaca fiber clothing production and retail is likely to drive industry growth over the projected period, as more consumers become aware of the benefits of alpaca fiber and seek out sustainable and high-quality clothing options. Additionally, the U.S. has a large population with a high spending capacity, making it an attractive market for manufacturers and designers of alpaca clothing and accessories.

The key market players face intense competition from each other, as some of them operate at several locations and have large customer bases. The presence of many small-scale players is also leading to increased competition in the alpaca apparel and accessories market.


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Alpaca Apparel And Accessories Market Report Highlights

  • The apparel segment is expected to expand at the fastest CAGR of 7.4% from 2023 to 2030. The segment growth can be attributed to the growing demand for high-quality fashionable clothing especially winter clothing products like sweaters, jackets, and scarves in the cold climatic regions globally

  • The Women segment held the dominant share of 73.90% in the alpaca apparel and accessories consumption in 2022 due to increase interest of women population on purchasing on fashionable apparel and accessories made from alpaca wool

  • Offline distribution channel was the largest channel in 2022 and the online distribution channel is expected to register the fastest growth of 8.3% during the forecast period

  • The North American region is expected to witness a higher CAGR of 36.28% from 2023 to 2030. This can be attributed to the inclination of consumers towards sustainable and high quality clothing options combined with increased spending from a broader consumer base including children population

Alpaca Apparel And Accessories Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global alpaca apparel and accessories market on the basis of product, end-user, distribution channel, and region:

Alpaca Apparel And Accessories Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

  • Apparel

  • Accessories

Alpaca Apparel And Accessories End-user Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

  • Men

  • Women

  • Children

Alpaca Apparel And Accessories Distribution Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

  • Online

  • Offline

Alpaca Apparel And Accessories Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

  • North America

    • U.S.

  • Europe

    • Germany

    • UK

    • France

    • Italy

  • Asia Pacific

    • China

    • Japan

    • Australia & New Zealand

  • Central & South America

    • Brazil

  • Middle East & Africa

List of Key Players of the Alapaca Apparel And Accessories Market

  • The Natural Fibre Company

  • Alpaca Direct, LLC

  • Plymouth Yarn Company, Inc.

  • Mary Maxim Inc

  • Alpaca Owners Association, Inc

  • Lion Brand Yarn

  • Berroco, Inc. 

  • Cascade Yarns

  • Malabrigo Yarn

  • Fil Katia

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