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flag Shein’s planned Paris store opening sparks French fashion backlash over pricing, payments, and threats to local brands.

flag Shein’s planned November opening of its first Paris store at the historic BHV Marais department store has ignited backlash from French fashion brands and officials. flag High-end labels including Odaje, Figaret Paris, and Slip Francais have pulled products amid concerns over Shein’s low pricing, fast-fashion model, and alleged payment delays by BHV’s operator SGM. flag The controversy highlights tensions between global e-commerce expansion and France’s traditional retail and design heritage, with some brands citing financial and reputational risks. flag SGM denies financial distress, attributing delays to a new accounting system, while Galeries Lafayette has formally opposed Shein’s presence. flag The situation underscores broader concerns about sustainability, fair trade, and the future of European retail.

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