44-45 Retail Trade
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing specialized lines of new clothing (except general lines of men's, women's, children's, infants', and family clothing). These establishments may provide basic alterations, such as hemming, taking in or letting out seams, or lengthening or shortening sleeves.
Illustrative Examples:
Bridal gown (except custom) shops
Leather coat stores
Costume shops
Lingerie stores
Fur apparel stores
Swimwear stores
Hosiery stores
Uniform (except athletic) stores
| Average Jobs Employed | | 7 |
| Average Loan Given | | $53,196 |
| Number of Loans Given | | 5970 |
| Total Amount Loaned | | $317,581,503 |
Retailing specialized apparel via electronic home shopping, mail-order, or direct sale are classified in Subsector 454, Nonstore Retailers;
Retailing custom apparel and accessories made on the premises are classified in Subsector 315, Apparel Manufacturing;
Retailing new men's and boys' clothing are classified in Industry 448110, Men's Clothing Stores;
Retailing new women's, misses', and juniors' clothing, including maternity wear are classified in Industry 448120, Women's Clothing Stores;
Retailing new children's and infants' clothing are classified in Industry 448130, Children's and Infants' Clothing Stores;
Retailing new clothing for all genders or age groups are classified in Industry 448140, Family Clothing Stores;
Retailing athletic uniforms are classified in Industry 451110, Sporting Goods Stores;
Retailing secondhand clothes are classified in Industry 453310, Used Merchandise Stores;
Retailing luggage, briefcases, trunks, or these products in combination with a general line of leather items (except leather apparel), known as luggage and leather goods stores are classified in Industry 448320, Luggage and Leather Goods Stores.
Providing clothing alterations and repair are classified in Industry 811490, Other Personal and Household Goods Repair and Maintenance.