Paris outlet opens... then online access blocked

The decision, announced in a statement by the Finance Ministry, came after controversy over sex dolls with childlike features were found listed for sale on Shein's website.

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believes the arrival of Shein will help revive business - even as some brands have chosen to leave the store in protest.

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“We are proud to have a partner who has spoken out firmly,” said KarlStephane Cottendin, the chief operating officer of SGM. “We are very happy to be opening the boutique.”

Cottendin dismissed concerns about labour practices, and praised Shein for doing a “tremendous job” to improve its practices.