American Apparel is a Los Angeles-based clothing retailer founded in 1989 by Dov Charney. Known for its commitment to ethical manufacturing, the brand markets itself as "Ethically Made—Sweatshop Free," with most of its apparel produced in Honduras and Nicaragua. Originally recognized for its "Made in USA" label, American Apparel transitioned to a wholesale model, supplying blank T-shirts to screenprinters and fashion brands. Popular styles include the 2001 unisex fine jersey T-shirt and the F497 unisex fleece hoodie, both celebrated for their quality and comfort. Despite facing financial challenges and a bankruptcy filing in 2015, American Apparel remains a notable name in the apparel industry.
