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Inside Shein's Paris Store as the BHV Partnership Nears Its End

Inside Shein's controversial Paris store as its partnership with Le BHV Marais nears an early end amid criticism over fast fashion's environmental and labor impact.

Fashion Times · Aug 7

'I do not want to replace models with AI': Fashion designer Steven Passaro plans industry revamp

The highly acclaimed luxury fashion designer Steven Passaro has been making more than a name for himself in recent years with his bold and innovative creations. In an exclusive interview with Euronews Culture, he shares his vision on artistry and the latest trends within the fashion industry.

Euronews · Jul 25

Trump suggests US can swiftly reimpose sanctions on Russian oil

As the war in Ukraine took centre stage at the G7 summit in the French town of Evian, US President Donald Trump said Moscow should make peace with Kyiv and suggested that the US could bring back sanctions on Russian oil, now that the Strait of Hormuz is expected to…

France 24 · Jun 16

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French department store BHV Marais to end Shein partnership after backlash

French department store BHV Marais will end its partnership with Shein after its operating company sold the landmark Paris outlet to a group of executives. The move follows months of controversy over the fast-fashion retailer’s presence in the store, including outcry over its environmental impact, labour practices and its online…

France 24 · Jun 16

Upmarket French store BHV opens fast-fashion Shein outlets outside Paris

Shein boutiques will open in five regional BHV stores on Wednesday, four months after the Chinese ultra-fast fashion giant’s first Paris outlet sparked an outcry.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 25

EU opens formal investigation into Shein over sale of child-like sex dolls and addictive app design

If breaches are confirmed, Shein could face hefty fines, as the EU steps up enforcement of its digital rulebook against large tech companies.

Euronews · Feb 17

Court rejects France's request to suspend Shein over illegal products

A Paris court on Friday rejected the state's request to suspend e-commerce site Shein in France over the sale of illicit products, saying the platform had removed harmful items from its marketplace.

Radio France Internationale · Dec 19, 2025

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Shein Sex Doll Scandal: France Seeks Ban as Paris Erupts Over Sex Dolls and First Store Opening

France pushes to suspend Shein for childlike sex dolls as protests erupt in Paris over the brand's first permanent store opening in the capital.

International Business Times UK · Nov 29, 2025

Protests and crowds as Shein opens first permanent store in Paris

Shoppers and protesters gathered as fast-fashion giant Shein opened its first permanent store in Paris, amid government scrutiny and public backlash.

Euronews · Nov 5, 2025

France suspends Shein website as riot police guard Paris store opening

Shein has opened its first-ever physical store worldwide in Paris under the watch of riot police, as the French government announced it was suspending the Asian e-commerce giant’s online platform following public outrage over the sale of childlike sex dolls

Radio France Internationale · Nov 5, 2025

French government blocks access to Shein’s website over sex dolls scandal

Sex dolls with childlike features were reportedly found on the website

The Independent UK · Nov 5, 2025

France suspends access to Shein as retailer opens first Paris store

The ministry did not say whether its decision would impact the physical store or elaborate on the reasons for its decision.

Euronews · Nov 5, 2025

Shein opens first store in Paris as scandal and criticism mount

Chinese ultra fast-fashion giant Shein on Wednesday opened its first-ever physical store inside Paris’s BHV department store. The brand’s rock-bottom prices and opaque supply chains have long been criticised for their environmental and human costs – while a recent scandal over child-sex-themed dolls sold on its website has added to…

Radio France Internationale · Nov 5, 2025

Fast-fashion giant Shein faces backlash over Paris store opening and sales of childlike sex dolls

Shein is facing a fresh wave of controversy as it opens its first permanent store in Paris on Wednesday

The Independent UK · Nov 5, 2025

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Radio France Internationale · Nov 4, 2025

Shein bans sex dolls, offers to share buyers’ details in French probe

Asian e-commerce giant Shein Tuesday pledged to "cooperate fully" with French judicial authorities after an uproar over it selling childlike sex dolls, and said it was prepared to disclose the names of people who bought them, if asked.

The Independent UK · Nov 4, 2025

Chinese fashion giant Shein bans all sex dolls after French investigation into ‘child-like’ appearance

Scandal erupts just as Shein opens its first bricks-and-mortar store in Paris

The Guardian - UK · Nov 3, 2025

Outrage in Paris as Shein prepares to open its first permanent store

Fast-fashion retailer faces political anger, fury from workers and warnings it will damage city’s progressive image

Fashion Times · Oct 9, 2025

Shein's Entry at Paris's BHV Fuels Backlash from Local Suppliers

Shein's planned entry into Paris's BHV department store has sparked supplier walkouts and outrage, as longstanding brands protest overdue payments and competitive pressures.

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International Business Times · Oct 9, 2025

Shein's Paris Store Kicks Up A Storm In France

Asian e-commerce giant Shein's decision to set up shop in a historic Parisian department store has ruffled feathers in the fashion capital.

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