Demand for Direct to Garment Printing is Expected to Grow due to the Evolving Fashion Landscape Towards Personalized and Sustainable Solutions

Direct to Garment Printing Market
Direct to Garment Printing Market

The direct to garment printing market is expected to witness significant growth and reach a market value of approximately US$ 861.2 million in 2024. The development of this market is being driven by the rapidly changing fashion trends and the increasing need for manufacturers to keep up with these trends to remain competitive.

Direct-to-garment printing is a popular textile printing method with many advantages, such as high-quality printing, efficient production, and low setup costs. With a predicted CAGR of 4.4% from 2024 to 2034, the direct-to-garment printing market is expected to reach a global market value of US$ 1.32 billion in the forthcoming decade.

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The direct to garment printing (DTG) industry has experienced significant growth due to the increasing demand for personalized fashion items. Advancements in technology, particularly 3D printing, have revolutionized how consumers interact with and consume fashion. DTG printing allows for intricate designs, vibrant colors, and high-resolution graphics to be directly printed onto garments, offering endless possibilities for customization. This level of personalization appeals to modern consumers who seek to express their individuality and stand out from the crowd.

The accessibility and affordability of direct to garment (DTG) printing technology have democratized the customization process, allowing small businesses, independent designers, and individual consumers to create custom apparel without large production runs or high upfront costs. This has led to a surge in demand for DTG printing services, particularly among niche markets and specialty retailers catering to specific demographics or subcultures. Direct to garment printing also aligns with the growing consumer preference for eco-friendly and ethically produced fashion, using water-based inks and minimal waste.

“The global direct to garment printing market faces challenges due to the high initial costs and deployment of special digital inks, which can be costly and difficult to understand. Customers who prefer traditional printing facilities may also need help with digital printers. However, technological advancements like hot melt printing and 3D printing are expected to generate revenue opportunities and increase the presence of fashion enterprises in cities like Rome, Milan, Venice, and Palermo,” says an analyst at Future Market Insights

Key Takeaways from the Direct to Garment Printing Market 

  • The United States DTG printing industry is projected to experience a CAGR of 5% through 2034.
  • Japan’s direct-to-garment printing market is expected to demonstrate a CAGR of 6% through 2034.
  • The United Kingdom’s direct-to-garment printing industry is anticipated to witness a CAGR of 6% through 2034.
  • The Indian direct-to-garment printing industry is expected to showcase a significant CAGR of 7% through 2034.
  • The Chinese garment printing market is expected to display a CAGR of 9% through 2034.

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Competitive Landscape

Through innovation, strategic alliances, and market development strategies, industry participants such as software developers, ink suppliers, equipment manufacturers for direct-to-garment printing, and service providers substantially impact the global direct-to-garment printing market. Advancements in technology, such as enhanced color fidelity and quicker printing rates, propel the use of DTG printing in various industries.

Market players also collaborate with fashion brands, apparel manufacturers, and e-commerce platforms to integrate DTG printing into their supply chains, offering personalized and unique clothing items. They also engage in educational initiatives and training programs to empower designers, entrepreneurs, and printing professionals. Sustainability is another key factor, with market players focusing on eco-friendly solutions like water-based inks and energy-efficient printing processes.

In addition, industry participants broaden the global scope of DTG printing by forming partnerships, service centers, and distribution networks in developing nations; this promotes innovation and accelerates market expansion in a variety of cultural and regional environments.

Recent Developments in the Direct to Garment Printing Industry

  • Kornit Digital introduced its Kornit Apollo direct-to-garment technology in January 2024. It provides brands, retailers, and screen printers with high-throughput, automated digital manufacturing, lowering lead times, the total cost of ownership, and increasing profitability.
  • Stratasys demonstrated their 3DFashion direct-to-textile 3D printing technology at ITMA 2023 in June 2023. By integrating cutting-edge materials with the J850 TechStyle 3D printer, this technology enables textile and clothing makers to fuse full-color, transparent, stiff, and flexible materials onto fabrics.

Key Segments

By Printer Type:

  • Industrial DTG Inkjet Printers
  • Desktop DTG Inkjet Printers

By Ink:

  • Reactive
  • Acid
  • Disperse
  • Pigment

By Substrate:

  • Cotton
  • Silk
  • Rayon
  • Linen
  • Polyester
  • Polyamide
  • Others (Wool, etc.)

By End Use:

  • Clothing & Apparels
    • T-shirts
    • Pants
    • Leggings
    • Caps
    • Sweatshirts
    • Hoodies
    • Shorts
    • Golf shirts
    • Others (Jackets, Tie, etc.)
  • Household
    • Bed Linens
    • Carpets & Curtains
    • Others
  • Technical Textiles
  • Others (Flag, Banners, etc.)

By Region:

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Europe
  • East Asia
  • South Asia
  • Oceania
  • Middle East and Africa

About Future Market Insights Inc. (FMI)

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About the Author

Ronak Shah

Associate Vice President at Future Market Insights is deeply committed to uncovering actionable insights for consumer and food and beverage players. She brings a unique blend of analysis, industry trends, and consumer behavior to put data into perspective.

What she makes out of data becomes a delight to read. She has authored many opinions, including for publications like Process Industry Informer and Spinal Surgery News, as she understands the market pulse and consumers' shifting preferences.

She likes to bring experts to a roundtable to weigh the impact of a trend on an industry. Catch up with her discussion on the impact of AI in packaging.

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