Product Code: ETC6184648 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Apr 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
Australias maternity innerwear market is expanding, driven by comfort-focused design innovations and the increasing availability of stylish, functional lingerie tailored for pregnancy and nursing stages. E-commerce platforms and maternity fashion brands are focusing on breathable, stretchable fabrics and size adaptability. The rising trend of body positivity during pregnancy is also influencing consumer choices.
Australias maternity innerwear market is growing due to the demand for functional and stylish undergarments during and post-pregnancy. Soft, breathable, and stretchable fabrics like bamboo and organic cotton are becoming increasingly popular. There`s also a noticeable shift toward wireless support bras and seamless maternity underwear, supported by endorsements from maternity influencers and broader retail availability both online and offline.
Challenges in the maternity innerwear market stem from the niche nature of the product and the need for highly specialized fits, which limits economies of scale. Retailers often struggle to maintain diverse size ranges, and return rates are higher due to sizing issues. Moreover, the growing prevalence of fast fashion has led to shortened product life cycles, increasing pressure on local manufacturers to innovate rapidly and meet evolving aesthetic and comfort expectations.
Investors can explore opportunities in this market by backing brands that focus on comfort-driven, stylish, and sustainable maternity innerwear. Niche D2C (Direct-to-Consumer) brands offering subscription models or AI-based size recommendations can capture a loyal customer base. Expansion into regional areas through online retail and influencer-driven marketing strategies adds further potential.
Government regulations impacting the maternity innerwear market are related to consumer safety, labeling, and quality assurance. In Australia, all products must comply with the Australian Consumer Law, which enforces the right to refund or return goods that are deemed unsafe or unsuitable. The government has also introduced policies requiring transparent labeling to ensure that maternity wear is made from non-toxic materials. Policies around gender equality and paid parental leave further indirectly affect this market by increasing disposable income for expecting parents, thereby boosting demand for maternity clothing.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Trends |
6 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Revenues & Volume, By Maternity/Nursing Bras, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Revenues & Volume, By Camisoles, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Revenues & Volume, By Shapewear, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Revenues & Volume, By Maternity Briefs, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Revenues & Volume, By Offline, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Revenues & Volume, By Online, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Maternity Innerwear Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |