Christina Moon

Assistant professor at Parsons The New School for Design

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Forever 21 goes bankrupt. What does that mean for malls and fast fashion?

Business & Economy

Forever 21 goes bankrupt. What does that mean for malls and fast fashion?

Forever 21 is the latest retail chain forced to file for bankruptcy in the changing retail climate. The store is known for $5 tops and bright yellow shopping bags.

Sep. 30, 2019 from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

The Secret World of L.A.'s Fast Fashion

News

The Secret World of L.A.'s Fast Fashion

“Fast Fashion” is the dominant trend in today’s clothing industry -- and it’s being driven by a surprisingly close-knit community of Korean families in Los Angeles.

Mar. 18, 2014 from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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