Dov Charney, the president of United states Apparel, is eyeing South-Central l . a . as the website of their new-apparel business.
Charney, who had been ousted from American Apparel in 2014, stated downtown l . a . became too expensive to start a business. He said he would rather take a spot with an increase of variety and innovative energy anyways.
"The western Coast spirit and also the can-do nature is there" in South Central, he stated.
Within a couple of months, Charney said he intends to start making principles eg hoodies, tees and underwear to wholesale suppliers, just like exactly how American Apparel got its start. He really wants to employ "hundreds" of previous workers to your workplace at their brand new operation. In the course of time, he hopes to open retail places as well.
Costs would be kept reduced by purchasing cutting-edge gear, Charney said.
He additionally wants to invite employees to get in as part-owners. Up to now, their financing originates from family and friends, he said, although he is in speaks along with other interested people.
Charney said he's got no plans to make clothing elsewhere.
"The infrastructure in L.A. is extraordinary, " he stated. "the task we have within town is extremely exciting."