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How do the Female Attitudes Towards Sustainable Branding Influence Purchase Intention in the Sportswear Industry: A qualitative study of women aged 20-50.
Jönköping University, Jönköping International Business School, JIBS, Business Administration. (107)
Jönköping University, Jönköping International Business School, JIBS, Business Administration. (107)
2023 (English)Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
Abstract [en]

Background: The sportswear industry has grown rapidly in the past years, with sportswear becoming a popular choice for everyday wear and sports activities. However, concerns about sustainability have emerged, prompting consumers to think about their purchasing habits. As a result, sustainable branding has become an integral part of the business of sportswear brands. Purpose: This study examines how women’s attitudes toward sustainable branding influence their purchase decisions in the sportswear industry. By focusing on women aged 20-50, the research seeks to understand the attitudes of female consumers and help sportswear brands adapt their sustainability strategies to meet consumer demand. Method: This study follows a qualitative research method with an interpretive research paradigm and an inductive research approach. Data have been collected through semi-structured interviews to better understand the underlying motivations and factors that influence female attitudes. Conclusion: The study findings revealed that female consumers had negative or neutral attitudes toward the sportswear industry. However, they indicated a positive attitude towards sustainability, suggesting that the brand’s social and environmental practices can influence female consumer attitudes. The study showed a clear gap between female consumer attitudes and actual behavior, with financial constraints and other purchase criteria as barriers to purchasing sustainable sportswear.

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2023. , p. 64
Keywords [en]
Attitudes, Sustainability, Sustainable branding, Brand sustainability, Greenwashing, Sportswear, Sportswear industry, Sports apparel industry
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Business Administration
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URN: urn:nbn:se:hj:diva-60886ISRN: JU-IHH-FÖA-1-20231757OAI: oai:DiVA.org:hj-60886DiVA, id: diva2:1763924
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JIBS, Business Administration
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Available from: 2023-06-19 Created: 2023-06-08 Last updated: 2025-10-13Bibliographically approved

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