Men's woven shirts market in Czechia

Earlier Report Observations

The market volume for men's woven shirts in Czechia contracted sharply from over 7.3 million units in 2018 to around 2.6 million units in 2021. This decline was driven by the COVID-19 pandemic, which changed workplace dress codes and reduced demand for formal shirts as remote work increased. Simultaneously, the growing consumer shift toward secondhand clothing platforms diverted spending away from new shirt purchases, while sustained pressure from cheaper Asian imports limited domestic production.

A partial recovery to 3.3 million units occurred in 2022, supported by the introduction of new shirt designs featuring elastane for comfort and non-iron finishes. Brands responded to heightened environmental awareness by increasing the use of recycled synthetic fibers, appealing to consumers who prioritize sustainability. However, the market remained heavily reliant on imports, with local manufacturing constrained by long-standing competitive challenges.

In subsequent years, market volume fluctuated near 3 million units, indicating stabilization. Consumer preferences continued to favor natural materials like cotton and linen, while the influence of secondhand markets and the industry's focus on eco-friendly offerings remained key market features.

Production men's woven shirts in Czechia

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In 2021, the output of men's woven shirts in Czechia was valued at 2 945 K $ US, marking a significant 12.5% decline from the previous year. Looking at the period from 2018 to 2021, production fell by 15.3%, which translates to an annualized decrease of 5.4%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 2 883 K $ US. The sharpest drop occurred in 2019 with a 17.1% decrease, while the largest increase was seen in 2020, rising by 16.7%.

Annual dynamics of production in Czechia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, K unit

In 2021, Czechia produced 94.9 K units of men's woven shirts, down by 26.5% compared to 2020. Over the 2018-2021 period, production decreased by 25.6%, equating to an annualized rate of 9.4%. The highest output was recorded in 2020 at 129.2 K units, which also saw the largest increase of 19.5%.

Annual dynamics of production in Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, K unit

Exports men's woven shirts from Czechia

Exports in kind, K unit

After two consecutive years of decline, exports of men's woven shirts from Czechia rebounded in 2021. The country exported 3 118 K units, showing a 29.0% year-over-year increase. However, from 2018 to 2021, exports overall decreased by 23%, with an annualized rate of 8.4%. The lowest export volume was in 2020 at 2 416 K units, which also experienced the largest decline of 33.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, K unit

From 2018 to 2021, Germany, Poland, and Austria were the top three markets for exports in kind, collectively accounting for 57.6% of total flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Czechia in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

Following a two-year drop, Czechia's exports of men's woven shirts in value terms increased in 2021. Exports amounted to 47 702 K $ US, indicating a 28.2% rise compared to the previous year. Over the 2018-2021 period, exports decreased by 11.1%, with an annualized rate of 3.8%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 37 216 K $ US, which saw the largest decline of 21.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Czechia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, Germany led the export structure in value terms with 34.2%, followed by Italy at 9.7% and Poland at 8.9%. Together, these three markets represented 52.8% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Czechia in value, 2018-2021

Imports men's woven shirts to Czechia

Imports in kind, K unit

After a two-year decline, imports of men's woven shirts into Czechia increased in 2021. The country imported 5 656 K units, marking a solid 12.7% rise from 2020. Over the 2018-2021 period, imports decreased by 49.8%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -20.5%. The lowest import volume was in 2020 at 5 017 K units, while the largest decline occurred in 2019 with a 36.2% drop.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, K unit

From 2018 to 2021, Bangladesh, India, and Indonesia formed the main cluster for imports in kind, with shares of 38.4%, 17.7%, and 10.3%, respectively. Together, they accounted for 66.3% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Czechia in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

After two years of losses, Czechia's imports of men's woven shirts in value terms increased in 2021. Import volume totaled 57 569 K $ US, which is 13.4% higher than in 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, imports decreased by 13.8%, with an annualized rate of 4.8%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 50 762 K $ US, which experienced the largest decline of 15.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Czechia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Throughout 2018-2021, Bangladesh, India, and China remained the top three markets for imports in value terms, collectively taking 61.6% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Czechia in value, 2018-2021