The fashion industry in GCC states continues to maintain a positive momentum attributed to key factors in influencing the market like robust economic growth, rising purchasing power, growing population comprising a large proportion of expatriates, changing consumer patterns and increasing penetration of international retail players.

The Gulf is also gearing to host events such as the World Expo 2020, leading to a growing influx of tourists and creating immense opportunities for existing and new retailers in the region.

Products are now launched in the Gulf at the same time as the West - to the minute including special lines for the Gulf customers in terms of sizes, cuts, shades and scents.

UAE ranks 3rd largest country in terms of apparel and textile exports and is among the largest sector of the Middle East