The latest Commonwealth Bank credit and debit card data has confirmed clothing and footwear retailers are doing it tough.
The data recorded sharp declines in purchases over the week to March 27 compared with a year earlier.
While categories such as food and alcohol recorded significant gains, personal care, clothing and recreation fell sharply.
Clothing and footwear was down by 44%, in line with major pre-emptive store closures nationally.
Brands which have diversified into homewares could feel respite, with household furnishings and equipment seeing a 26% increase in spending.
“It looks like a significant proportion of households plan to do some DIY work, maintenance and repairs around the house over the enforced shutdown period,” CBA said.
Industry reports also suggest loungewear, casual sets and jersey basics are strong categories at this time.