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I have been searching this site but cant find a real answer on Alstyle Apparel. I am not one who believes that all offshore manufacturing is a "sweatshop operation". I do recognize that there are serious issues in global trade on this matter. I have heard that Alstyle is and is now not affiliated with "sweatshops". I would like to be able to tell my clientele that they are buying employee conscious clothing and that they are not produced in horrific conditions. Does anyone have an idea about Alstyle and the conditions it produces the garments in? I would really like to use them.
Also why are they Alstyle Apparel but the abbreviation is 3 AAA?? Just an FYI?
Thanks for any insight!
I may be able to find out. I should give them a call.
Truth is, I always wondered that myself because someone didn't agree with me offering him AAA because he said he wasnt sure if it was sweatshop or not.
Also why are they Alstyle Apparel but the abbreviation is 3 AAA?? Just an FYI?
It stands for Alstyle Apparel & Activewear (it says this text underneath their triple A logo in some places)
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Does anyone have an idea about Alstyle and the conditions it produces the garments in?
I haven't read any news stories or exposes about Alstyle that says anything bad about them (not that it means much).
They do have a "corporate statement" about the subject on their "about us" page of their website: BasicInfo
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Originally Posted by alstyle.com
Our production facilities have been rated among the highest in the industry for quality by demanding inspection teams from prominent companies. We consistently update and improve our manufacturing facilities, making full use of all the technological advancements in the textile industry.
Alstyle Apparel recognizes its responsibilities to workers for the conditions under which its products are made and that these responsibilities extend to all workers producing products or services for Alstyle. We believe that good workplace standards, decent health and safety requirements, fair pay and conditions, and care for the environment are important elements in business success. We provide a safe workplace that meets or exceeds all labor, health and safety laws and regulations. We value all of our employees, and set the same high standard for their working conditions as we set for the high quality of our garments.
I just contacted some upper level guys at AAA and they said they are indeed sweatshop free. I am getting a letter to prove this by fax and email.
I will post it here as soon as they send it over.
Dude...who are you, other than the coolest guy! Thanks so much that really put my mind at ease... I am sure it will help them, having their letter online!
I have been searching this site but cant find a real answer on Alstyle Apparel. I am not one who believes that all offshore manufacturing is a "sweatshop operation". I do recognize that there are serious issues in global trade on this matter. I have heard that Alstyle is and is now not affiliated with "sweatshops". I would like to be able to tell my clientele that they are buying employee conscious clothing and that they are not produced in horrific conditions. Does anyone have an idea about Alstyle and the conditions it produces the garments in? I would really like to use them.
Also why are they Alstyle Apparel but the abbreviation is 3 AAA?? Just an FYI?
Thanks for any insight!
I've never had someone question whether or not any of the shirts I use were created by sweatshop workers. Aren't many of Nike's products products by such places and I don't see their sales hurting.
I just contacted some upper level guys at AAA and they said they are indeed sweatshop free. I am getting a letter to prove this by fax and email.
I will post it here as soon as they send it over.
Did you really think he would say anything other than they were sweatshop free, lest he lose his job. Or maybe the WalMart approach. We don't use sweatshop mfg.s whenever possible, referring to their ad campaign years ago that they always buy american. After investigators kept finding non-american made products on their racks they changed the tune to, we buy american whenever possible.
I've never had someone question whether or not any of the shirts I use were created by sweatshop workers. Aren't many of Nike's products products by such places and I don't see their sales hurting.
That is one approach. Surely not an excuse.
I agree with you that most people only act/say they care but when there tshirt will cost them 40-50% more...for some reason they stop caring. I just dont want to feed the machine persay! I know I could sell sell sell till I am blue in the face, however one day you realise you have to live with yourself! I just like sleeping well...
I've never had someone question whether or not any of the shirts I use were created by sweatshop workers. Aren't many of Nike's products products by such places and I don't see their sales hurting.
Greg, keep in mind that just because it doesn't apply to you, doesn't mean it's not relevant for other people and their business models.
I don't want to throw this thread off topic on the debate about "other companies" and what their policies on sweatshop free. This is about Alstyle Apparel and their company policy and if they do indeed have fair labor practices.
Ethics position on Alstyle Apparel/AAA? 
