Italian Fashion Industry Warns: “Made in Italy” Facing Crisis, Calls for Protection Policies

According to the Italian Fashion Industry Federation (Confindustria Moda), Italy’s fashion exports fell 5.5% in the first two months of 2025, with exports to non-EU markets down 9.3%. The number of companies applying for wage subsidies surged, signaling distress across the sector.

Key Points:

• Major fashion companies like Pattern Group report declining revenues and production cuts in the first half of 2025.
• The crisis is affecting major fashion hubs like Tuscany and Lombardy, especially smaller workshops and subcontractors.
• Industry experts cite high energy and labor costs, global demand slowdown, and competition from ultra-fast fashion as key factors.
• Social media-driven consumption (e.g., TikTok trends) has increased pressure on Italian producers unable to match ultra-fast production speeds.

Calls to Action:

• The industry urges the Italian government to introduce industrial protection policies, provide targeted tax relief, and strengthen “Made in Italy” branding.
• There are growing concerns about long-term damage to Italy’s global fashion reputation and the loss of artisanal know-how if no action is taken.

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