Men's woven jackets and blazers market in Poland

Earlier Report Observations

The market volume for men's woven jackets and blazers in Poland declined from 1.35 million units in 2018 to 1.27 million in 2019, then fell sharply to 461,000 units in 2020. This drastic contraction in 2020 was a direct consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic, which slowed apparel sales growth across Poland and globally.

After 2020, both import and export volumes entered a period of sustained growth. Imports increased from 2.96 million units in 2020 to 4.57 million in 2024, while exports rose from 3.22 million to 4.46 million units. This expansion in trade occurred alongside the 2022 implementation of the EU strategy for sustainable textiles, which introduced new durability and recycling requirements for clothing, and a growing consumer preference for ethical and ecological brands in Poland.

Market dynamics were further shaped by high inflation and reduced household spending in 2023, which pushed consumers toward higher-quality, longer-lasting garments. By 2024, new EU-inspired labeling rules for apparel came into force, and the domestic manufacturer Bytom launched refreshed collections of men's suits and jackets, indicating ongoing product development within the segment.

Production men's woven jackets and blazers in Poland

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Poland's production of men's woven jackets and blazers in monetary terms declined after two years of growth. In 2019, output reached its peak at 46 427 K $ US, but then fell sharply to 26 713 K $ US in 2020, marking a 42.5% decrease from the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production decreased by 26.8%, which translates to an annualized rate of 9.9%. The largest increase occurred in 2018, with a rise of 15.6%.

Annual dynamics of production in Poland in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, K unit

In 2020, Poland produced 726 K units of men's woven jackets and blazers, representing a steep 32.6% drop compared to 2019. The maximum production level was recorded in 2019 at 1 077 K units, which also saw the largest increase of 5.0% that year. From 2017 to 2020, overall production decreased by 31.8%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -12.0%.

Annual dynamics of production in Poland in kind, 2017-2020, K unit

Exports men's woven jackets and blazers from Poland

Exports in kind, K unit

Exports of men's woven jackets and blazers from Poland increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, export volumes reached 3 221 K units, up 18.6% from the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, exports grew by 44.2%, equating to an annualized rate of 13.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Poland in kind, 2017-2020, K unit

From 2017 to 2020, the three largest markets for Poland's exports in kind were Germany, Romania, and Italy. Together, they accounted for 63.9% of total export flows during this period.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Poland in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

Poland's exports of men's woven jackets and blazers in monetary terms reached 95 889 K $ US in 2020, showing a modest rise of 7.4% compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports increased by 21.8%, with an annualized rate of 6.8%. The largest increase was recorded in 2018 at 18.2%, while the largest decline occurred in 2019, with a decrease of 4.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Poland in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, Germany, France, and Denmark were the top contributors to Poland's exports in value terms. Germany alone accounted for 59.6% of exports, followed by France at 2.9% and Denmark at 2.7%. Collectively, these three countries made up 65.2% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Poland in value, 2017-2020

Imports men's woven jackets and blazers to Poland

Imports in kind, K unit

Imports of men's woven jackets and blazers into Poland rose for the third year in a row. In 2020, Poland imported approximately 2 955 K units, which was 1.7% higher than the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, imports increased by 37.9%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Poland in kind, 2017-2020, K unit

During the 2017-2020 period, China, Germany, and Bangladesh were the leading sources of imports in kind for Poland. China contributed 27.9% of imports, Germany 16.6%, and Bangladesh 13.1%. Together, these three countries accounted for 57.6% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Poland in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

Imports of men's woven jackets and blazers into Poland in monetary terms increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, imports amounted to 81 699 K $ US, reflecting a moderate rise of 4.4% from the year before. Over the 2017-2020 span, imports grew by 45%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.2%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Poland in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Germany, China, and Bangladesh formed the largest group of suppliers to Poland in value terms. Germany accounted for 24.0% of imports, China for 16.8%, and Bangladesh for 8.7%. However, their combined share was 49.5% of total imports, indicating a diversified structure among suppliers.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Poland in value, 2017-2020