The UK’s clothing imports declined 4.6 per cent year on year in January 2026, reflecting softer demand at the start of the year.
Fabric imports also eased annually, while fibre imports showed a slight increase.
Despite the monthly decline, the UK’s clothing imports recorded overall growth in 2025, indicating a gradual recovery in apparel trade after sharp declines in 2023.The UK’s clothing imports declined 4.6 per cent year on year in January 2026, reflecting softer demand at the start of the year.
Fabric imports also eased annually, while fibre imports showed a slight increase.
Despite the monthly decline, the UK’s clothing imports recorded overall growth in 2025, indicating a gradual recovery in apparel trade after sharp declines in 2023.
