Apparel and Accessories (American Industry Overview)

This paper provides an overview of the apparel and clothing accessories industry in the United States.

American Industry Overview: Apparel and Accessories

This industry consists of establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing suspenders, gaffers, handkerchiefs, and other apparel not elsewhere classified, such as academic caps and gowns, vestments, and theatrical costumes. Also included are establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing clothing by cutting and joining (for example by adhesives) materials such as paper and nonwoven textiles.

The apparel and accessories industry comprises a wide variety of products. Ecclesiastical vestments and other clothing make up a signification portion of sales in this category, as do academic caps and gowns, costumes, and theatrical clothing. Other industry segments include garter belts...

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