Italian Court Lifts Supervision of Dior Unit Over Labour Exploitation In a significant development, an Italian court has lifted the supervision of a Dior unit over allegations of labor exploitation. This decision comes after the luxury fashion house faced scrutiny when Italian prosecutors linked it to sweatshops on the outskirts of Milan. The company, known […]
What Happened to Italy’s Luxury Sweatshops Investigation?
What Happened to Italy’s Luxury Sweatshops Investigation? Italy, known for its high-end fashion industry, was shaken almost a year ago when prosecutors connected renowned brands like Armani and Dior to sweatshops operating on the fringes of Milan. This revelation sent shockwaves through the fashion world, prompting an investigation that promised to uncover more brands involved […]
The Debrief | Why Can’t Fashion Fix Its Labour Exploitation Problem?
The Debrief | Why Can’t Fashion Fix Its Labour Exploitation Problem? Sustainability editor Sarah Kent, executive editor Brian Baskin, and senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young recently sat down to tackle a pressing issue plaguing the fashion industry: labor exploitation. Despite numerous exposés and promises of reform, the sector continues to grapple with systemic issues that harm […]
Why Can’t Fashion Fix its Links to Forced Labour?
Fashion’s Struggle with Forced Labour: The Case of Patagonia, Nike, and Lululemon For years, fashion brands have grappled with the dark reality of forced labor within their supply chains. Companies like Patagonia, Nike, and Lululemon have made significant efforts to tackle this issue head-on, particularly in key fabric suppliers in Taiwan. Despite their ongoing initiatives, […]
Luxury Brands Under Scrutiny: The Hidden Cost of High Fashion
Milan, Italy — A mere 40-minute drive from the opulent shops on Via Monte Napoleone reveals a stark contrast in the luxury industry—a troubling narrative of labor exploitation that has recently captured headlines. In a nondescript building in suburban Pieve Emanuele, an ongoing investigation by the Milan Public Prosecutor’s Office has uncovered allegations of workers […]