Shein
France hits Shein with 22 million euros in new fines over consumer violations
France fined Shein over 22 million for consumer law, product traceability, environmental labelling, and delivery violations, bringing its total penalties in the country to more than 210 million.
June 4, 2026
Shein enters bricks-and-mortar retail in France, sparking backlash
Shein plans its first physical stores in France, sparking backlash from retailers and Galeries Lafayette over fast fashion concerns and franchise agreement conflicts.
October 2, 2025
Shein picks France for its first permanent stores
Shein will open its first permanent physical stores in France starting November, beginning at Paris’ BHV Marais and expanding to five Galeries Lafayette locations. The move, creating 200 jobs, comes despite mounting criticism over environmental and labor practices.
October 1, 2025