Personal Accessories

Higher consumer spending due to urbanisation, more online and offline retail opportunities due to high economic activity, and a growing interest in personal style and expression as a response to long periods of COVID-19 lockdowns are set to drive…

There has been a noted revival of classic watches in Taiwan, with a renewed appreciation for traditional, mechanical watches. This is aiding sales of quartz analogue devices, with mid and high quartz analogue watches recording positive retail volume…

As sales of second-hand watches from top luxury brands have been booming due to the previous supply chain issues and closure of manufacturing facilities, major luxury watch brands have created programmes in 2023 to support and acknowledge the growth…

A movement towards fountain pens was noted in 2023, driven by the trends of nostalgia and elegance. Enthusiasts and collectors both appreciated the smooth writing experience, the aesthetic appeal, and the personal touch that fountain pens bring to…

From 2020 to 2021, the Department of Education and Commission of Higher Education implemented remote learning in response to the pandemic, with the goal of returning to face-to-face classes in 2022. In 2022, schools began to reopen as scheduled, and…

Bags and luggage experienced significant current value growth in India in 2023, marking a remarkable rebound from the setbacks faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. The category was heavily impacted by lockdown restrictions and decreased travel…

Jewellery witnessed double-digit current value growth in India in 2023. In this dynamic landscape, costume jewellery witnessed an unprecedented surge, boasting a high double-digit growth rate that surpassed the performance of fine jewellery. This…

Personal accessories experienced remarkable current value growth in India in 2023, building on its recovery from the challenges of the pandemic period. With a notable resurgence in travel activities and a renewed focus on personal style, the industry…

In 2023, traditional and connected watches maintained significant current value growth in India, although connected watches surged ahead of traditional watches in terms of growth; a trend attributed to the increasing emphasis on fitness and health in…

The return to in-person schooling after the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions in India provided a boost to writing instruments in 2023, with double-digit current value growth maintained. With schools fully reopened, students are attending classes in…