The apparel and luxury industries are growing fast.
Millward Brown, a research agency, has come out with its 2011 Brand Report. According to the report, the value of the apparel and luxury industries is way up: 10 percent in apparel and 19 percent in luxury.
The very popular Louis Vitton is at the top of the list in luxury brands. For apparel, it's Nike.
Apparel ($ in millions)
1. Nike $13,917
2. H&M $13,006
3. Zara $10,335
4. Ralph Lauren $3,378
5. Esprit $3,375
6. Adidas $3,088
7. Uniqlo $2,916
8. Next $2,567
9. Hugo Boss $2,445
10. MetersBonwe $1,446
Luxury ($ in millions)
1. Louis Vuitton $24,312
2. Hermès $11,917
3. Gucci $7,449
4. Chanel $6,823
5. Cartier $5,327
6. Rolex $5,269
7. Hennessy $4,997
8. Moët & Chandon $4,570
9. Fendi $3,442
10. Burberry $3,379