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Artificial Intelligence has moved from a novelty to a business necessity for cost control and creative innovation.

: Revenue is expected to reach $1.89 trillion in 2026, with womenswear remaining the largest segment at roughly $990 billion.

Despite its importance, sustainability has slightly fallen off the immediate executive agenda as economic survival takes precedence. The State of Fashion 2026: When the rules change - McKinsey World Fashion

: 75% of fashion executives are prioritizing AI for demand forecasting and inventory optimization to manage volatile costs.

The industry is transitioning from post-pandemic "revenge shopping" to a more sober economic reality. Artificial Intelligence has moved from a novelty to

: 45% see AI-driven marketing as a major value driver, and generative AI is increasingly used for creative tasks and "AI agents" that assist in shopping. Sustainability and Environmental Impact

: 70% of executives cite a lack of consumer confidence and appetite to spend as their primary concern for the coming year. The State of Fashion 2026: When the rules

: While established markets like the U.S. and Europe face slow growth, emerging players like Africa are being identified as new global fashion leaders. Technological Transformation