You may have heard of Nancy Upton -- a size 12 woman who entered American Apparel's search for "The Next Big Thing" model contest with a series of tongue-in-cheek photographs of herself gorging on pie, fried chicken, and ranch dressing while clad in her underwear. As Upton had suspected might happen, the company has refused to hire her to model even though she won the popular vote, and sent a rather dismissive and defensive e-mail informing her of this.

American Apparel's icky and objectifying call for submissions read, in part: "We're looking for fresh faces (and curvaceous bods) to fill these babies out. If you think you've got what it takes to be the next XLent model, send us photos of you and your junk to back it up." more ›

Image from AmericanApparel.netAustin will move three steps closer to becoming Southern California a real city a place where you can try on those high-waisted hot shorts and shiny tights before buying them with the opening of three new American Apparel locations (two real stores in Austin and an outlet in Round Rock). The first location will be on the Drag at 2316 Guadalupe, which is good news, because there are few things as vital to... more ›

Good God, people, listen up! There's never been a sexier, more feminine swimsuit than the One Piece Side Cutout. While we realize that the triangle suit and boyshort bottoms are also a summer hit among ladies on the block, who really cares about those anymore when you could have a suit like this? Sure, it can create an uneven tan line, but that's what Aveeno SPF 30 is for. It's no wonder why this suit amazes all women: it fully accentuates the sensuality of the curve, and it's only $38 from American Apparel. You can show it off without letting it all out. Isn't that what you do anyways when getting dressed to go out? Please don't let yourself down this summer trying to run with the crowd that dons the tired bikini. Don't be like that girl who orders plain vanilla. Wear your cutout one-piece and demand chipotle chocolate! You won't be sorry. more ›

The rumors appear to be true. Dov Charney and his minions will soon be opening an American Apparel in Austin. The specifics (like an address) aren't available yet, but they're already hiring! more ›