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Austria's apparel imports fall 11.9%; basics show resilience

The trousers and shorts category contributed $***.** million (**.** per cent) to total imports, marginally down from $*,***.** million (**.** per cent) in January–July ****, showing resilience as consumers continue to favour essential wardrobe staples despite the overall downturn, according to *fashion.com/market-intelligence/texpro-textile-and-apparel/" target="_blank">sourcing intelligence tool TexPro.

Trousers and shorts remain Austria’s leading apparel import category, maintaining roughly one-fourth of total imports despite value declines. This stability suggests consumers are prioritising practical, trans-seasonal garments that offer longevity and value for money, while categories such as dresses and jerseys saw sharper contractions. Retailers appear to be shifting towards versatile, all-season assortments to manage stock risks in a slower fashion cycle.