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Forever 21 closing stores in bankruptcy filing shows limits to fast fashion, author says

September 30, 2019Fashion

After Forever 21 filed for bankruptcy, some younger consumers are questioning the future of fast fashion as they look for more sustainable alternatives.

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A Canadian sweater company says Forever 21 is ripping off its designs

January 14, 2015Business

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