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The real innovation was getting Slate to run the infomercial.
by dewitt 14y ago
The real innovation was getting Slate to run the infomercial.
- sharkweek 14y agoseriously, I can't figure out how this isn't a commercial post
- stephengillie 14y agoWHY is this the "best sweatshirt known to man"? The article doesn't provide any information about American Giant's manufacturing or retail processes except that it's all done in the US.
- redidas 14y agoIt does if you read the whole thing. Here's one reason listed: Why is this hoodie so amazing? First, it’s made of heavyweight cotton. Most other sweatshirts on the market today are made of some kind of blend, usually cotton and polyester.
- nchlswu 14y agoAll the author did was list a bunch of items that apparently make American Giant great, but there was story or thesis to the post. All of the remarks regarding quality like slim fit, 100% Cotton, side panels with stretch are not unique to American Giant. These have all become "standard fare" for most of the market who would buy a $75. Nor are they somehow unique insights to a former industrial designer. Made in USA has become a trend (.. or maybe just a fad) in the apparel industry, for a variety of reason and direct to consumer is nothing groundbreaking. I've heard of American Giant, and I'm sure there are some valuable lessons from them, but it baffles me how shameless the post is.