Italy • Fashion brands' profits boosted by worker exploitation in Italy
An investigation launched by Milan authorities in early 2024 into workshops violating labor laws has now drawn in major fashion houses such as Armani and Loro Piana. The probe focuses on the exploitation of workers in facilities producing luxury goods that fail to meet legal standards.
Glitz, the publication behind the report, emphasizes its commitment to independent journalism. It operates without advertising, events, or consulting services, relying solely on reader subscriptions.
"In a pre-emptive measure to avoid finding itself implicated like many an Italian luxury company in the ongoing Milanese inquiry, a supplier to the British royal family has been taking a close look at its own supply chain."
According to Glitz, an Armani subcontractor implicated earlier this month had previously produced handbags for Jacquemus. The French brand stated it has not worked with that manufacturer since last year.
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Author’s Summary
The Milan investigation into illegal labor practices shakes Italy’s luxury fashion industry, linking top brands to exploitative workshops while media outlets like Glitz highlight systemic issues through independent reporting.