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Dov Charney offers up factories for mask production

Disgraced former American Apparel CEO Dov Charney appears to be trying to rehabilitate his image. His latest attempt involves him offering up his factory for his new brand Los Angeles Apparel to produce masks to protect people from coronavirus. Charney says that his team of over 450 people will gladly manufacture masks and any medical products...

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American Apparel returns to basics with global relaunch

After much of the turmoil that the American Apparel brand suffered in the past few years, it seems the label has not given up yet. The brand sent out an email from the company stating its relaunch in the U.S. for Tuesday, April 24. The brand has staged its international comeback through its online store and is now available in more than 200...

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All you need to know about the ‘new’ American Apparel

Many have cherished this weekend that American Apparel is finally back after a year of ups and downs that ended up with the Canadian brand Gildan acquiring the troubled fashion brand last January for 88 million dollars. Fast-forward six months and the renewed retailer is back, online and dialling back the ‘American’ side of things. Six months...

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American Apparel lays off 2,400 employees

Los Angeles - As speculated, American Apparel went through a massive round of layoffs this week. The Los Angeles-based company terminated approximately 2,400 people this past Monday, January 16. The elevated basics line confirmed earlier that there would be layoffs across the board. This new announcement included job positions from factory...

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American Apparel starts shutting down its U.K. business

Before the end of the year, American Apparel has made a definite impact on its U.K. stores. Closing a dozen stores, the U.K. branch is almost officially closed with only one last remaining flagship in London. The store closures were expected for a while as there were prominent protests on social media concerning the company. In November,...

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Tri-Star and American Apparel reach agreement over raw fabric

Los Angeles - After American Apparel recently entered a with a textile and dyeing house, it seems that the legal issue at hand has been solved for now. The company was previously suing Tri-Star Dyeing and Finishing Co. for withholding fabric, but an agreement has been reached. Earlier this month, the Los Angeles-based retailer was upset with...

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American Apparel will not have layoffs; attempts to shutter nine stores

The Los Angeles-based retailer just confirmed that its 3,500 layoffs will not be happening, however the company will still suffer cuts. The basics brand has recently put into motion plans to close nine of its under-performing stores. American Apparel has put into motion a request for an order approval to shutter nine of its retail locations....

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American Apparel files for Chapter 11 once more

London - American Apparel has voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States once more, less than a year after it emerged from its first filing under court protection. The second bankruptcy comes as American Apparel agrees to sell its its global intellectual property rights related to the brand and certain assets to...

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American Apparel may be headed for second bankruptcy filing

Los Angeles - For the second time in the span of two years, it seems that American Apparel may be headed for bankruptcy. As reported by Bloomberg, the Los Angeles-based retailer may already be preparing for its second bankruptcy filing. The company exited bankruptcy earlier this year as of February. Through this, the company was able to...

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Is American Apparel headed for bankruptcy again?

Los Angeles - About a year ago, American Apparel filed for bankruptcy due to internal issues and financial struggles. It seems that even after undergoing business strategy initiatives and new executive staff, the Los Angeles retailer is only doomed to repeat its past. According to Bloomberg, American Apparel Inc. seems to be preparing for its...

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American Apparel loses another CEO; Paula Schneider exits

Los Angeles - Another one bites the dust. Fashion retailer American Apparel has undergone a couple of massive changes over the past few years, including executive changes. Most recently, the Los Angeles-based company’s chief executive Paula Schneider has confirmed she will be leaving her post effective October 3. Schneider joined the company two...