Mar 18, 2025

Why Forever 21 couldn’t last forever

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It’s time to write the obituary for a star of the fast fashion world. We'll hear what led to Forever 21's demise.

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Why Forever 21 couldn't last forever

by Caleigh Wells

Mar 18, 2025

The fast fashion retailer declared bankruptcy this week, for the second time in six years.

Forever 21 has faced stiff competition from online, foreign retailers like Shein and Temu.

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Leanna Byrne Host, BBC

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Nic Perez Director/Producer

Dylan Miettinen Digital Producer

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James Graham Producer, BBC

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