France has taken a strong stance against the ultra-fast fashion industry. On 3rd July, Trade Minister Véronique Louwagie announced that SHEIN was fined €40 million (approximately US $47 million) for misleading commercial practices.
The fine addresses accusations that SHEIN ran deceptive discount schemes, misleading consumers about the true pricing of its products. This move signals France’s commitment to protecting consumers from unfair marketing tactics, especially in the fast fashion sector where promotions and discounts are frequent.
SHEIN is one of the largest online fashion retailers, and this fine is one of the largest penalties imposed on the brand in Europe. The French authorities are determined to ensure:
- Transparency
- Fair trade
This action against SHEIN highlights their strict regulations. We will see how this impacts the ultra-fast fashion market and if other countries follow France’s example in regulating digital retail sales.
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