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John Waters & VIVA-Radio Wish You a Happy 4th of July!
Posted by: Glen (Employee)  7/3/2008  18:53

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Happy Birthday America! Truly amazing & talented individuals like John Waters and things like VIVA-Radio make me proud to be an American.
 
Listen HERE for a special patriotic 4th of July message from John Waters & VIVA-Radio!
1 Man Street Team, or 1 Street Man Team
Posted by: Glen (Employee)  7/3/2008  18:12

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I gave this guy one of my special edition, handmade tie-dyed VIVA-Radio t-shirts when he was lurking around the AA Williamsburg Store during one of our VIVA-Radio in-store events at which a popular VIVA contributor will DJ live at the store. Since then, I've seen him all over NYC, particularly in the Williamsburg area, usually on his bike. I'm also getting constant text updates from friends whenever they see him!
 
He's everywhere, including the Internet!
 
This guy's better than a walking billboard because walking billboards don't wear mini- skirts or short-shorts and lift up their promo t-shirts to flash strangers the women's bra they're wearing underneath! No joke, it takes all kinds i guess.
OPERATION FREEDOM
Posted by: Lisa (Employee)  7/3/2008  15:19
Happy 4th of July!
 
Hate Mail of the Day.
Posted by: Spence (Employee)  7/3/2008  12:11

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This one is so unquestionably awesome, I hate to even call it a hate mail. It warmed the dead little corners of my heart:
 
I really wish American Apparel would offer their clothing in tall sizes. Not everyone is going for the emaciated/heroin-chic look and would thus appreciate a shirt that doesn't expose their belly button - especially being a guy. Why is it a 6'5" guy can't comfortably wear your clothing, but an Oompa Loompa can? Does American Apparel discriminate against tall people? Maybe I should vote for Obama so he can bring Clothing Justice to the all-too-often-ignored and disenfranchised tall people. It should be criminal that American Apparel is making obscene windfall profits and is constantly expanding and using more resources by exploiting the hard earned dollars of the small-in-stature while completely ignoring the existence of tall folks and making us feel like second class, un-chic citizens! Bring us tall sizes or prepare for nationalization!
 
Clothing Justice for All!
Philebrity Loves Jonny Makeup
Posted by: Lisa (Employee)  7/3/2008  10:53
Check out what Philly gossip blog Philebrity is saying about Jonny Makeup's blog:
 
 
PS And you should visit the Philadelphia stores and request that the Jonny Makeup T-shirts go retail.
 
 
PROTECTION
Posted by: dallas  7/2/2008  12:09
 
Two things we love at American Apparel: sex and copyright free ideas. The following is an email we received recently from a concerned imagineer in Rhode Island. ---
 
So, having admitted that you are all about sex (with the savvy addition of a vibrator), I have a brilliant idea for you: sell condoms! Exciting ones! Condoms in gold wrappers! Condoms in limited addition American Apparel colors (you have such nice colors). Matching condoms with every pair of leggings! Free condoms on the counter! Oh, American Apparel, I know you prefer models that look like they have syphilis, or at least chlamydia, and cool, great, whatever. But at least then provide me with the proper equipment when I can't control myself. Condoms are slutty and skintight, which is just your thing! Think of the publicity! It is brilliant. Sell condoms. You want to use this idea, go ahead, steal it from me, great. I approve.
 
Sincerely, J.
 
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Well, what do you think guys and gals? Should we do it? (get it, "do it") Should we make condoms? If so would you trust them to work? What color would you like? What flavor would you like? What scent would you like? Retro? Neon? Ribbed? You make the call.
 
Let us know. Maybe we'll screenprint your face on one.
 
Email us at creativejobs@americanapparel.net with the subject header CONDOMS.
 
Get Laid and Cuss in Other Countries
Posted by: bad munky  7/2/2008  09:41
I found these language lesson downloads on a website called Petrol Exotic. These lessons teach you how to cuss and a bunch pick up lines in French, Italian, Spanish, and Mandarin.
 
There is also really cool download for a 20 min Che Guevarra history lesson.
HAVE FUN! MAKE ART!
Posted by: dallas  7/1/2008  15:26
 
AMERICAN APPAREL FACTORY ART PROJECT
 
We're looking for some honest and able people to help out with a 800,000 sq. ft T-shirt factory revamp. There is room for helpers, leaders, organizational wizards, creative enthusiasts, and all around DIY folks alike. Looking for about 20 people total. The work will take place in 3 parts.
 
THE PROJECT
 
Round 1: THE PREP -This is where we clean and paint the walls, floors, ceilings, columns and anywhere else we deem art-able. Fun messy work, and the only way to get to round two! -We think this can be done in about 7-10 days. You can work as much as you like. Minimum commitment would be 24 hours total over 7 days.
 
Round 2: THE REDO -This is the fun part where we get to curate and decorate the space. -We'll select creative project managers/artists/collaborators to handle specific areas. Everything is subject to approval. -This part of the project will be ongoing.
 
Round 3: THE MAINTENANCE -Probably going to bring on a few permanent full-timers to keep the project proper. -Repeat all of the above in a year or so.
 
In order to make it to the 2nd part, you have to have been part of or recommended by someone who was part of the 1st part, and so on, sort of like a cult!
 
For more information RE: pay, hours, and all forms of awesomeness
 
Please email a note and resume or preferably a link to a website (it's the future, fools!)
 
creativejobs@americanapparel.net if you're interested. We'll be getting rolling this week.
 
Thanks for your interest!
DESIGN
Posted by: dallas  7/1/2008  13:09
Here at American Apparel we don't just like clothes, girls, and trying to reform immigration. We also like art and music and dancing and finger paints and well designed websites...
 
Here is a well designed website that we are excited about this week:
  
It black and white and might make you excited or might make you want to die.
 
Either way, share it with the world!
 
 
Good Lourdes! 'Who's that girl' going Bonkers for AA!
Posted by: Sticky & Sweet  7/1/2008  12:47
Remember that one time when Madonna had a baby a few years ago? Well, a few years ago was 1996 and the 'Queen of Pop's" spawn is a mighty 12 years old! Celeb gossip hot spot OHNOTHEYD!DNT caught Miss Lourdes Leon out with her 'Papa (don't preach).' This little 'ray of light' obviously 'cherish'es AA and I say, why not? 'Express yourself!' The young 'material girl' was seen stylin' it up head to toe, in AA knee high socks, and what looks an awful lot like an AA tank, vest and headband! 'Take a bow' 'little star,' but watch that cracked sidewalk, you wouldn't want to fall 'in to the groove'!!!
 
Now I'm running for the 'borderline' before somebody shoots me for such a sinful play on words.
 

Look Who is Crazy in Love with AA!
Posted by: Mr. B  6/27/2008  10:27

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Yep, the first lady of bootyliciousness herself - Beyonce Z (right?). Celeb spotter blogs Faded Youth and Flashing Lights caught Mrs. Z, with pics and this vid, making an essential visit to American Apparel's WeHo store. What did she buy? Not entirely sure, but you ain't never gonna be the next Tina Turner without a closet full of leggings.
 
Safe to say she loves her socks?
Posted by: Lisa (Employee)  6/25/2008  16:22

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Brazilian supermodel (and world's richest supermodel) Gisele Bündchen graces this month's cover of GQ in a tangle of sheets wearing a bra and a pair of American Apparel knee-high tube socks.
 
Click here to read the article and view a slideshow.
 
Repetition Kills You
Posted by: Lisa (Employee)  6/25/2008  12:41
Lisa P., our cohort in London, sent over this music video for The Black Ghosts. Shot partly in our very own LO7 store on Oxford Street and featuring three AA employees plus loads of AA! Enjoy!
 
VBS. Illegal LA. Dov interview. Watch it (part 2).
Posted by: D  6/24/2008  03:34
Chillaxin!
Posted by: Iris (Employee)  6/23/2008  20:26
 
Get yer own damn shirt here
SIGN UP HERE
Posted by: Iris (Employee)  6/23/2008  17:47

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I just want to share this photo of one of my very favorite retail signs in Los Angeles, recently excavated from the billboard bowels of a giant sneaker with a swoosh. Don't get too excited, though. This is only a temporary victory for history with superior aesthetic vs. modern mediocrity. Word on the street is that the building that houses the graphic is soon to be permanently replaced with condos for DINKs boasting "a state-of-the-art gym and proximity to high-end retail shopping". Boo.
American Apparel Radio Spot
Posted by: Lisa (Employee)  6/23/2008  16:42
Listen to our new commercial that's airing on Spanish language radio stations here.
A Day at the Factory.
Posted by: Spence (Employee)  6/23/2008  14:59
The writer Ben Corman recently visited our factory, and he has a nice blog posting about what we're up to. He introduces the piece with an aside similar to what I'm often tempted to use when talking about American Apparel:
 
In the following post, I know I sound like an American Apparel fanboy, but it's because I want to highlight a company that's doing more good than evil.
 
Seeing how this place works every day, I think he has it about right. We're not perfect, but we do try to do more good then evil. Check out his piece here.
 
Karla's Closet
Posted by: Lisa (Employee)  6/19/2008  17:17
Lauren, one of our newest employees over in the Graphics department shares my love of style blogs and had this to share today:
 
So in true nerd form, I was hitting my favorite fashion blogs and stumbled upon the AA wish list of Karla Derass of karlascloset.com.
 
A self professed fashion "minimalist"; Karla mixes a mean outfit utilizing AA basics to the upmost potential--you know in a way that makes you say: "That's American Apparel?!". Check out her wish list here and Karla, we look forward to seeing what you do with that romper!
 
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VBS. Illegal LA. Dov Charney interview. Watch it.
Posted by: D  6/19/2008  03:49
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Recent Posts
John Waters & VIVA-Radio Wish You a Happy 4th of July! 7/03/2008
1 Man Street Team, or 1 Street Man Team 7/03/2008
OPERATION FREEDOM 7/03/2008
Hate Mail of the Day. 7/03/2008
Philebrity Loves Jonny Makeup 7/03/2008
PROTECTION 7/02/2008
Get Laid and Cuss in Other Countries 7/02/2008
HAVE FUN! MAKE ART! 7/01/2008
DESIGN 7/01/2008
Good Lourdes! 'Who's that girl' going Bonkers for AA! 7/01/2008
Look Who is Crazy in Love with AA! 6/27/2008
Safe to say she loves her socks? 6/25/2008
Repetition Kills You 6/25/2008
VBS. Illegal LA. Dov interview. Watch it (part 2).  6/24/2008
Chillaxin! 6/23/2008
SIGN UP HERE 6/23/2008
American Apparel Radio Spot 6/23/2008
A Day at the Factory. 6/23/2008
Karla's Closet 6/19/2008
VBS. Illegal LA. Dov Charney interview. Watch it. 6/19/2008
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