American Apparel is a manufacturer, distributor and retailer of a range of clothing items and accessories for men, women and children. The company employs more than 9,000 people throughout the world. It operates over 260 retail stores in nearly 15 countries. With annual sales revenue of approximately $545 million, the company is a publicly held business. American Apparel offers a variety of T-shirts in several sizes. The company also provides eyewear, jewelry, shoes, bags and wallets. It offers online shopping services, as well as several promotional packages. The company maintains an 800,000-square-foot facility in Los Angeles that provides cutting, sewing and distribution services. American Apparel offers gift certificates of various denominations. The company s subsidiaries include American Apparel Retail and American Apparel Dyeing and Finishing.