Which products are included in the clothing and footwear industry besides garments?

The clothing and footwear industry encompasses a wide range of products beyond standard garments. In addition to outerwear and underwear, the industry includes the production of the following items:

• Footwear: Various styles such as sandals, shoes, and boots.12
• Headwear: Various types of hats and caps.1
• Accessories: Items such as belts, purses, luggage, gloves, scarves, and ties.1
• Household soft goods: Products including drapes, linens, and slipcovers.1

These diverse products are manufactured using similar raw materials and equipment as those used for clothing production. While accessories like handbags and shoes are sometimes categorized separately from apparel for statistical or trade purposes, they remain closely allied with the broader fashion industry.13