What a great picker-upper…haha get it?

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Celebrating Sesame Street’s 40th anniversary, American Apparel the California-based clothing company will release a “limited-edition”  t-shirt that will feature line drawings of Jim Henson’s characters.

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Do you guys think this crosses the line?

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An infinity scarf is a must for the upcoming Fall season, I’m a huge huge huge fan of this one Oak currently has. A bit more money than one you may get at American Apparel, but at least 3,000 less people will have it.

Get yours now at Oak

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Lucas Logan, an 18-year-old It Boy from LA has become the newest member of our ‘25 Under 25 Stylish People To Know.’ You may remember us asking you about ten times to give us suggestions on who to replace Brad Goreski on the list because we found out he is secretly an old man, but no one really listened to us. Finally, a Cult member, Melanie Maverick, came through for us.  She introduced us to fashion blogger/model/designer Lucas Logan, a braced-face triangle lover from LA that writes for Stylish Kids In Riot, as well as has his personal blog that talks about his going-ons and includes lots of photos.  Apparently he’s going to be doing a runway show with American Apparel this fall, and spends most of his time spray painting, hanging out in the woods, and wearing beanies.  We know this kid’s extremely LA, but that doesn’t have to be a bad thing.

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In the September 2009 issue of Marie Claire, Alexa Chung models some casual looks that are great for fall.  The styling is young-looking without being stuffed with trends; Alexa rocks her trademark tomboy style in Alexander Wang, Wren, Stella McCartney, and Luella.

She also names some of her essential basics for fall, including Topshop skinny jeans, American Apparel minis, and pretty much anything H&M.

GALLERY: Alexa Chung for Marie Claire, September 2009.

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Everyone knows trends find a way of phasing themselves back in (we’ve been going through a severe 90s grunge comeback for awhile now), but there’s a few trends that we hope never make it back to life (although some of them are trying desperately, or maybe already have):

1. Thong leotards over biker shorts- Wasn’t a good look when Kelly Kapowski from Saved By The Bell did it, and isn’t even a good look for 80s parties.

2. Shutter shades- I know once Kanye was spotted in these everyone went crazy over them, but in my opinion, shutter shades were never okay, and will never, ever be okay. They serve no purpose besides making you look like a douche.

3. Visors- I have a feeling that sooner or later, hipsters are going to think that grandma visors are ‘ironic.’ I’ll just put it out there now to save everyone the $5: they aren’t ironic, they’re ugly. 

4. Mesh- so not okay. Small mesh (like the Brian Lichtenberg or American Apparel dress) = good. Big mesh = this guy.

5. Crocheted tank tops or bath suit tops as shirts- Just plain ugly.

6. Tying up dress shirts (a la ‘Hit Me Baby One More Time’)- This was cool for like, a day, but trying to be ’sexy’ while being fifteen and in catholic school is not happening.

7. One size fits all shirts- I really don’t know who thought this was a good idea. These are the ugliest shirts I’ve ever seen in my entire life.

8. Guys in flared jeans/pants- I know this actually happens. I’ve been a witness to many guys still wearing flared jeans, most of the time girls’ jeans, but occasionally True Religion will make a pair of flares.  Note to all guys: if you’re going to wear girls jeans, at least get ones that look like they could belong to a guy. And also, this is not the 70s.

9. Dark lip liner- Beyond trashy. Seriously, what the hell

10. Scrunchies- I really, really, REALLY hope this isn’t happening.

To all of the trend setters of the world, please do us a favor and stay away from reviving these, or prepare for a permanent spot in Street Zeroes.

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What initially caught my attention about this dress is how simply sexy it is–it’s skimpy without being desperately slutty. And even though it has that early 90’s, Contempo Casuals vibe, one can easily bring it up to date lest you wind up looking painfully literal. My suggestion? Make it high fashion with a pair of high-heeled gladiators and some bold, chunky jewelry. Or for a more urban feel, go with some booties, an obi belt, giant around-the-way girl hoop earrings and a glowing décolletage.

Buy it at AA

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American Apparel has announced they plan to have their FIRST EVER flea market sale in NYC, with prices ranging from 2-25 dollars!

Details: 185 Orchard St. (Between Houston and Stanton, next to the American Apparel store)

Sat. Jun 27 12pm – 8pm; Sun. Jun 28 12pm – 8pm

SOURCE: American Apparel

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T-shirts may never go out of style, but as with any fashion item they have gone through their fair share of trends. Click to see view their progression from underwear to couture.

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Everyone knows that American Apparel makes their clothes in the USA, but they have no problem selling them in China, although in a unique area in Shenzhen, an industrial city.

A blogger from Hong Kong Hustle wrote:

The concept of launching American Apparel stores in China itself is interesting. Since China is the world’s low-cost producer of clothing, it means that they’re not looking to compete on price. American Apparel seems to be relying on their alternative style and image, however, I’m not sure that these two factors have the same relevance that they would say in Europe or even elsewhere in Asia (for example in the mature Japanese market.) ‘Alternative’ may not be a strong selling point in an emerging market.

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For some reason this image is flowing through the internet as if it’s newsworthy. It’s Kanye West and Amber Rose at American Apparel shopping for hoodies. For your enjoyment here’s the recent news from the past 6 hours on these two…

- Amber Rose is now a Ford publicity stunt Model

- Kanye is touring with Lady Gaga.

- Amber Rose and Kanye broke up.

- Amber Rose and Kanye got back together.

- They will continue to share the same shaver.

- The carpets match the drapes.

SOURCE: Amber Rose Signs With Ford, Stays With Kanye

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I know that American Apparel does whatever they can to make the craziest thing that every hipster or sorority girl runs out to buy, but this is just too much.  Scrunchies are back.  American Apparel has created 407 different types of scrunchies, nautical, shiny, neon, everything. WHY!!!! The 80s have been making their comeback for too long now, and this is the breaking point for me.  I am really irked to have to go back to Michigan in the fall and see every sorority girl in with their leggings, UGGs, Vnecks, side ponytales, and now…scrunchies.

SOURCE: Racked

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This is a really cool summer tank. It’d look awesome with the American Apparel lamé tube bra underneath, since it’s so low on the sides. Brian Lichtenberg comes out with some awesome stuff, worn by a lot of cool people (HannaBeth Merjos)

Get it at Karmaloop

Karmaloop

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Chloe Sevigny posed for an under-the-radar, but great editorial in the June 2009 issue of ELLE (Megan Fox cover).

While we’re all tired of reading that the secret to great style is mixing high and low, I always like seeing it in action, especially when Kate Lanphear is doing the styling.

Lanphear draws on a tamed-down ’80s supermodel aesthetic – in the Carrie-Bradshaw-wears-a-big-blazer-as-a-dress kind of way, and luckily not in a magenta spandex kind of way.  

Keeping the looks true to Chloe’s personal image, the spread mixes basics from American Apparel, The Gap, and Express, with pieces from Alexander Wang and 3.1 Phillip Lim.  Lanphear, typically heavy into accessorizing, decorates Chloe with luxury belts, detailed leather boots and bags, and statement jewelry.

GALLERY: Chloe Sevigny for ELLE, June 2009.

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American Apparel ass-less tights….

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‘Monsieur Steve’ is following in the footsteps of American Apparel, being among the many up-and-coming companies to advertise themselves in a provocative way.  Topless girls, guys in suggestive poses, and implied blow jobs show off their semi-witty ‘What The Fuck?’ and ‘Chanel (I Made It Myself)’ tees, printed on American Apparel (of course).  How do you guys feel about half naked people advertising clothing? Does it work as well for the Monsieur as it does for AA?

Check out the rest: Monsieur Steve (monsieursteve.com)

SOURCE: Fleshbot

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The lawsuit filed against American Apparel by Woody Allen was settle today, he will receive a 5 million dollar payment, which makes him the highest paid model in the industry.

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LINKAGE: WELCOME TO REALITY

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Can we now consider nipple tassels part of the fashion world?

Vogue UK wants you to think so, in their June “Show and Tell” spread.

Guinevere van Seenus posed for Paolo Roversi in this burlesque-inspired spread, full of American Apparel, Agent Provocateur, Armani, and lots of sequins.

GALLERY: Show and Tell, Vogue UK, June 2009.

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I have not yet decided whether or not I like these ads, something about them is a bit creepy (and sleazy, like many AA ads) yet none of this surprises me. Yet, I think that mommies to be deserve great basics, and the ‘yo mama’ slogan is kinda cute. I think it’s strange that the girl in the ad looks so young, which almost promotes teenage pregers, but who am I to judge…

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Are you always looking for the perfect white tee? Tired of shopping at American Apparel? Topman introduces the White Tee Project.

Topman has invited Richard Chai, Juun J., J.W. Anderson, Phillip Lim, Christopher Shannon, and Henry Holland to reinterpret the classic white tee; adjusted seams, proportions, and even prints. The collection  available for purchase on May 28, 2009.

LINKAGE: thefashionisto

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These Tie Dye Cotton Spandex Jersey Legging are super cute, and come in three different color combination: black and white, blue and mauve, and green and black. And, for $34 it’s a small price to pay for style and comfort.

Buy here.

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I’m pretty sure I knew nothing about clothing brands when I was 8. But this week this letter from little Miranda O’Brien of Argonne Elementary School popped up on American Apparel’s Twitter feed.

Too soon?

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