Controversial American Apparel ads through the years

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American Apparel caused a stir when a 2014 advertisement featured a topless model with the words “Made in Bangladesh” printed across her bare chest. They aren’t referring to her jeans — they’re talking about the model herself, a merchandiser born in Bangladesh whose Muslim parents immigrated to Marina Del Rey, Calif., when she was 4 years old. The stunt was meant to draw attention to the company’s fair labor practices. (American Apparel)

American Apparel has come under fire over the years for their provocative and overtly sexual advertisements, mostly under the direction of the fired founder Dov Charney. As the troubled clothing company files for bankruptcy, take a look back at the controversial ads that caused a stir …