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How to Start a Retail Sale Of Clothing Accessories Such As Gloves, Ties, Braces Etc. Business with Meydan Free Zone
Clothing accessories -- ties, gloves, scarves, belts, hats, braces, and the full spectrum of wearable accessories that complete an outfit -- form a commercially active retail sub-category across the UAE's fashion market. The UAE apparel market reached AED 50.3 billion in 2023, with clothing accessories forming a consistent component of that spend.[1] The accessories segment of the UAE eCommerce fashion market is projected to grow at 9.27% CAGR from USD 258.30 million in 2024 to USD 402.30 million by 2029.[2] The UAE's large corporate workforce, international business community, active social and events calendar, traditional dress requirements, and tourist gifting market all create steady and diverse demand for clothing accessories.
DIFLEX, held annually in Dubai, is the region's primary industry show for the leather, footwear, and accessories sector, confirming the UAE's role as a regional hub for this category.
Who is this for?
| Audience Segment | Profile |
|---|---|
| FASHION AND LIFESTYLE | Fashion Accessories Retailers Retailers specialising in ties, scarves, belts, hats, caps, braces, and contemporary fashion accessories for the UAE's fashion-conscious resident and tourist market across mall, high street, and online channels. |
| CORPORATE AND GIFTING | Corporate Accessories and Gifting Retailers Specialist retailers supplying ties, pocket squares, cufflinks, and formal accessories to UAE's large corporate sector, hotel gift shops, and the active corporate gifting market. |
4771.03 - Retail Sale Of Clothing Accessories Such As Gloves, Ties, Braces Etc.
Activity 4771.03 covers the retail sale of clothing accessories including gloves, ties, braces, and similar items, interpreted within the retail sale of clothing, footwear and leather articles in specialised stores. This encompasses neckties, bow ties, pocket squares, gloves, scarves and shawls, belts and braces, hats and caps, headbands, hair accessories worn as fashion items, and all accessories that complement and complete clothing as distinct wearable items.
Activity 4771.03 covers clothing accessories as defined. Safety gloves for industrial or PPE use fall under 4771.81.
Handbags and leather accessories fall under 4771.96.
In short: if you are retailing wearable accessories that complement clothing -- ties, gloves, scarves, belts, hats, braces -- you are in. Industrial safety gloves fall under 4771.81.
| Category | Scope |
|---|---|
| Ties, bow ties and pocket squaresSilk, wool, and synthetic neckties, bow ties, and pocket squares for formal, business, and occasion wear across all price points. | Belts and braces Leather and fabric belts, luxury buckled belts, braces, and waist-defining accessories for men and women. |
| Scarves, shawls and wrapsFashion scarves, pashminas, wraps, and shawls in all materials for women and men across casual, formal, and luxury segments. | Hats, caps and headwear Fashion hats, baseball caps, sun hats, berets, and all headwear items worn as clothing accessories and fashion statements. |
| Gloves and handwear | Fashion gloves, leather gloves, driving gloves, and cold-weather handwear as clothing accessories for the UAE market. |
Third-Party Approval
This activity does not require third-party approval to obtain a business license from Meydan Free Zone.
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance
This business activity is not subject to AML compliance requirements.
References
- ¹ GlobalData. (2024). UAE Apparel Market Size, Consumer Insights, Competitive Landscape and Forecast to 2028. globaldata.com
- ² Statista. (2025). Accessories Market -- UAE. statista.com
