AMERICAN EAGLE INTRODUCES NEW PREMIUM DENIM BRAND
American Eagle Outfitters has launched a new premium denim brand for men and women inspired by the convergence of artistic vision and a planet-first mindset. Called AE77, the brand will debut with its first store at 83 Spring Street in New York City’s SoHo neighborhood designed by Stefan Beckman Studio, with an e-commerce site to follow on October 15th and a second store by year-end.
The premium denim collection leads with nine fits and heroes the classic fit tailored for both men and women and the Western for women. Advanced fits are made with vintage details and innovative fabrics including selvedge are applied to provide maximum stretch and comfort.
The denim assortment ranges in price from $168-$188. Men’s bottoms sizing offered in 28-36 and women’s bottoms sizes offered in 23-33.
The fashion company said that its new AE77 denim is meant to be lived in, repaired, and recycled – paired with clothing, and accessories for a full wardrobe. Factories making AE77 denim meet the company’s water requirements, exceeding requirements for water recycling, water management, and wastewater. Jean styles were made with a focus on lowering their environmental impact through more sustainable techniques and machinery.
AE77 also exclusively uses Green Chemistry in jeans production to reduce or eliminate hazardous substances commonly used in the washing of denim. All additional fabrics are made from sustainable raw materials to all extents possible, including organic, recycled, or sustainably sourced through the Better Cotton Initiative. All cotton is sustainably sourced. To further the commitment to the planet, AE77 will pledge 1% of annual sales to non-profit organization 1% For the Planet.
“AE77 is an exciting new opportunity for AEO Inc., which leverages our leadership in jeans, capitalizes on our strong innovation in style, fit, and fabrications, and incorporates our best sustainability practices,” said Jay Schottenstein, chief executive officer and executive chairman of the board at American Eagle Outfitters. “I believe AE77 is a great addition to our portfolio of brands as we seek to inspire new customers and expand our offerings.”
“We created AE77 to make the best premium denim in the market,” added Chad Kessler, president of AE Premium Brands. “The optimistic tension between denim design and sustainable craftsmanship is woven throughout the brand. We are committed to putting our planet and quality first while curating a unique collection with a New York sensibility.”
