[marincounty]

When I first learned American Apparel was made in the U.S. years ago, I really tried to like their products. In my case I wanted to buy their underware, and sports ware.

Every year I would feel that material, and think to myself, who buys their product. Their choice of material was always cheap feeling, and didn't fell good when put on.

I don't know why declared for bankruptcy, but quality of manufacture was the reason I didn't buy. A few years ago, I was astounded they were still in business.

I had no gripes to the quality of sewing; it was their fit, and grade of material that didn't get my dollar. Yea, I know a lot of you loved their hoodies. I have a bulky, polyester blend you can have in my closet. I might have used it while working under my truck, because I didn't care if it was ruined?

(In all honesty, the last time I looked at their clothing line was at least ten years ago. They might have cleaned up their act, but it was too late for me.)

[tcdent]

Higher labor cost has to be accounted for elsewhere. In their case, with a high retail price and low quality materials.

I think material cost is also the main reason why they only use a few types of fabric. Putting in the largest possible order will have the largest possible discount.

[jakejake]

That particular style of thin fabric is fashionable with, for lack of a better word, hipsters. The t-shirts don't feel as substantial as a nice, thick cotton T, but they wear and look like old vintage shirts. The ones that feel kinda cheap are interestingly more expensive.