Influencer Dani Carbonari’s Controversial Shein Factory Review and Backlash

Influencer Dani Carbonari Faces Backlash for Glowing Review of Shein Factory

Influencer and model Dani Carbonari is facing criticism from her followers after posting a positive review of a factory used by the fast-fashion company Shein. Carbonari visited the factory in Guangzhou, China, as part of a sponsored trip by Shein, where she praised the working conditions and cleanliness of the facility.

However, many of Carbonari’s followers have called her out for failing to acknowledge Shein’s history of labor rights violations and problematic practices. A 2021 investigation by Swiss watchdog group Public Eye found that employees at Shein’s factories often worked in unsafe conditions, with long hours and minimal pay. The company has also been criticized for falsely claiming to have safe labor practices and using cotton produced in China’s controversial Xinjiang region.

Despite the backlash, Carbonari has not responded to requests for comment, and Shein has yet to address the controversy. The influencer’s blind support for the company has led to a slight decline in her following, with some users taking to social media to correct the public record about Shein’s practices.

The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of influencers being transparent and informed about the companies they promote, especially when it comes to issues of labor rights and ethical practices. As the debate continues, it remains to be seen how Carbonari and Shein will address the backlash and move forward.