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Trendy tops for $5, beach-ready swimsuits for $10, and stylish jeans for only $20. You can buy a whole new wardrobe at Shein without breaking the bank, but why are their clothes so cheap? Well, you’ve come to the right place to get answers. In this article, we’ll uncover how Shein can charge such low prices, how the company runs its business, and whether the clothes in your cart are worth clicking “Purchase.” If you’re ready to find out more about Shein, read on!
Things You Should Know
- Shein saves money and can price their clothes so low because they outsource their labor to countries where the wages are cheaper.
- Shein also sells their products directly to consumers and doesn’t have physical stores, which keeps their operational costs low.
- Shein’s clothes are hit-or-miss quality, so read reviews before you buy. If you’re concerned about their sustainability and labor ethics, thrift instead.
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Community Q&A
- QuestionDoes Shein use underpaid employees?RubyTop AnswererUnfortunately yes. Shein outsources labour, especially to China. Working conditions are often tough and many workers report not being paid a fair wage for their labour.
- QuestionWhy aren't Shein's clothes sustainable and environmentally friendly?RubyTop AnswererClothes are mass-produced from unsustainable materials, using a lot of energy from non-renewable sources. On top of this, many of their clothes produced just end up in landfills.
- QuestionDoes Shein charge you a monthly fee to buy their products?Undertale4141Top AnswererNo. You can pay a monthly fee to join Shein Plus, which gets you exclusive access to extra deals and discounts, but ordinary shopping is completely free.
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References
- ↑ https://www.dazeddigital.com/fashion/article/57290/1/shein-fast-fashion-resale-reloved-platform-sustainability-circularity-marketing
- ↑ https://www.bbc.com/news/business-59163278
- ↑ https://time.com/6247732/shein-climate-change-labor-fashion/
- ↑ https://www.scmr.com/article/how_supply_chain_advantage_has_helped_shein_dominate_cross_border_e_co
- ↑ https://www.vox.com/the-goods/22573682/shein-future-of-fast-fashion-explained
- ↑ https://www.vox.com/the-goods/22573682/shein-future-of-fast-fashion-explained
- ↑ https://time.com/6247732/shein-climate-change-labor-fashion/
- ↑ https://influencermarketinghub.com/influencer-marketing/
- ↑ https://www.atlantis-press.com/proceedings/cike-22/125972880
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