Dior Welcomes ‘Positive Conclusion’ of Italian Probe

Dior said Wednesday it has been cleared of any wrongdoing following an Italian probe into its supply chain, citing a “positive conclusion” of an investigation by the Italian Competition Authority.

“This further underscores the maison’s steadfast and historic dedication to pursuing both rigorous made in Italy products and the highest standards of ethics and excellence,” it said.

Last year, an investigation was launched into alleged worker exploitation at several Chinese-owned firms in Italy producing luxury goods for the Armani Group, Dior and Alviero Martini.

“Dior remains committed to upholding our values of transparency and respect throughout our supply chain,” the French fashion house said in Wednesday’s statement. “We continue to closely monitor, and where appropriate, strengthen, our internal procedures to maintain fair and equitable working conditions for everyone who contributes, with great commitment and skill, to creating the finest quality Dior products.”

Dior said it partnered closely with the Italian Competition Authority “to define a robust set of commitments that increase transparency and strengthen oversight throughout its supply chain, as well as promote initiatives aimed at protecting and facilitating employment of artisans and workers in the fashion industry.”

Dior had already passed a hurdle last February when the Court of Milan revoked a judicial administration imposed when its probe was initiated in June 2024. At the time, Dior welcomed an early and successful resolution of those proceedings.

A concurrent investigation by the Italian Competition Authority, initiated in July 2024, focused on whether Dior misled consumers by promoting high ethical standards and artisanal craftsmanship while allegedly relying on suppliers that subjected workers to poor conditions.

This week, the authority concluded its investigation without establishing any infringement, according to Dior.

The same form of special administration imposed on Giorgio Armani Operations, a unit of the namesake designer’s fashion group, was also revoked last February.