The Fashion Report

October 2026

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Our latest industry report explores the UK fashion sector from July to September 2026. It looks at which brands are gaining share of search, the product trends driving consumer demand and what changing search behaviour means for retailers preparing for Black Friday and Christmas.

From Primark’s growing share of brand search to rising demand for ballet flats, polka dots and linen, the findings reveal where consumer attention is moving. The report puts these gains in context by examining the overall decline in branded search across the quarter, alongside falling demand for occasionwear and transitional outerwear.

Using Metis data, we bring together brand performance, category insights and product search trends to help fashion retailers benchmark their results, identify opportunities and prioritise activity ahead of peak trading.

Report Highlights

The brands taking a bigger share of attention

Next continues to lead fashion’s share of brand search, while Primark, Clarks and UGG gain ground. Discover which retailers are strengthening their positions and how their performance compares with brands losing share, including Shein and ASOS.

The styles gaining ground in fashion search

Rising searches for shorts, linen and polka dots tell the story of summer demand extending into September. Explore how seasonal shopping patterns shaped fashion search and how they compare with declining searches for wedding guest dresses, hoodies and outerwear.

The most useful metrics you’ve never heard of

Explore ‘Share of Wallet’, ‘Share of Category Search’ and ‘Share of Brand Search’. Together, they put your performance in context, showing how search demand shifts across retail sectors, fashion categories and individual brands.

Expert insight

MediaVision’s experts unpack the stories behind the data, from the role of seasonal campaigns and value messaging to the changing ways consumers discover brands. Get practical insights to inform your content, search and trading strategies ahead of the festive period.

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