VOICED : After steady decline Made in NYC is making a fashion comeback

The video discusses the decline of New York City's fashion industry due to overseas production. It highlights the impact of disasters like the Rana Plaza collapse on consumer behavior, leading to a demand for locally produced, ethically made garments. The video also showcases the recovery signs in NYC's garment district, driven by increased consumer awareness and a shift towards sustainable practices.

What has contributed to the decline of New York's fashion industry over the past 50 years?

• Increased local production

• Rising popularity of online shopping

• Production moving overseas

• Decrease in fashion trends

What event led to a shift in Western consumer behavior towards locally produced goods?

• The opening of new local factories

• The collapse of the Rana Plaza

• A government policy change

• A new fashion trend

Why do consumers prefer products with a 'Made in New York' label?

• They are cheaper

• They are more fashionable

• They are produced ethically and sustainably

• They are available in more colors

What marketing advantage does Victoria Watson believe she has over competitors?

• More advertising

• Ethical and local production

• Faster production times

• Lower production costs

What trend has been observed in New York's garment district since 2012?

• Closure of local factories

• Decline in consumer interest

• Increase in pattern and sample makers

• Decrease in local production