American Apparel Creative Reuse Programs Turns Scraps Into Swimsuits, Accessories

First Posted: 07/06/10 06:12 AM ET Updated: 05/25/11 05:25 PM ET

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American Apparel has launched "Creative Reuse", an accessories and intimates collection made entirely from repurposed and excess fabrics

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