When I want to buy a new outfit for an event or just buy some new clothes for a different  season I would usually go on fashion nova. Fashion nova has been one of my favorite online shopping stores for years now. It has also replaced in person shopping and has been a more convenient way to buy clothing, as you can do it on your phone and buy clothes. Fashion nova was founded in 2006 by its CEO Richard Saghian. Its headquarters are located in Los Angeles, California, which is also where they have their in person Fashion nova store. The CEO launched the e-commerce website in 2013.

Fashion nova has claimed that they have a zero tolerance policy for both forced labor and child labore and they are committed to ensuring that their supply chain reflects their respect fro human rights, and that their relationships with vendors are based on lawful, efficient and fair practices. Also in August 2020, they announced reforms to its contracting practices in support of californias proposed bill SB 1399, that states a mandate that their workers are paid the applicable minimum wage, which is 15 and hour. They also established a toll free hotline for workers to report abuses as well as a system of penalties for those who violate its reform efforts. However, people and ratings have said otherwise. There has been claims made that have stated Fashion nova doesn’t publish sufficient relevant information about its environmental policies. Also in terms of their labor conditions, none of its supply chain is certified by labor standards which ensure worker health and safety, living wages, or other labor rights. They publish limited information, and don’t really disclose any information about forced labor, gender equality, or freedom of association. There is also no evidence they ensure payment of a living wage in its supply chain. Fashion nova also doesn’t disclose which animal products they use either. They have faced criticism regarding its commitment to ethical and sustainable practices.

In conclusion, my recommendations for Fashion nova is that they need to give more information and show evidence that their workers are indeed receiving a living wage and are in safe, clean conditions as they claim to be. Also disclose any more information about their environmental factors, animal cruelty, health and safety risks, etc. They also should substitute for more eco-friendly materials, because there is no evidence it reduces its carbon and other greenhouse gas emissions and its supply chain, or that they have taken action to reduce or eliminate hazardous chemicals.