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Vietnam deepens presence in EU garment market; exports rise in 2025

22 Feb '26

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Vietnam deepens presence in EU garment market; exports rise in 2025

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Vietnam's apparel exports to Europe rose to $****** billion in 2025, extending post-pandemic growth on stronger EU demand and supply-chain stability. Woven garments led shipments, while man-made fibres dominated by material share. The upward trend since 2020 reflects gains from the EU–Vietnam FTA, diversified product capability and deeper integration into European sourcing networks.

Woven garments dominated Vietnam’s apparel shipments to Europe in ****, accounting for $*.*** billion, or **.** per cent of total exports, while knitted garments contributed $*.*** billion, or **.** per cent, according to *fashion.com/market-intelligence/texpro-textile-and-apparel/" target="_blank">sourcing intelligence tool TexPro. The balanced product mix highlights Vietnam’s capability across both structured and knitwear segments, enabling it to cater to fast-fashion as well as mid- to premium-category buyers.

Women’s apparel led exports at $*.*** billion (** per cent), supported by strong demand for fashion-led categories. Unisex garments followed at $*.*** billion (**.** per cent), reflecting growth in casual and athleisure trends, while men’s apparel reached $*.*** billion (**.** per cent). Babywear remained a niche segment at $**.** million, with a *.** per cent share, in line with its smaller product base.