ORIGINAL PENGUIN CELEBRATES 70 YEARS WITH CAPSULE

Perry Ellis International, Inc. has announced that Original Penguin is celebrating the 70th anniversary of the brand and its famed mascot, Pete the Penguin. To commemorate the milestone, the brand is launching an anniversary capsule.

Inspired by the original Earl Polo and the brand’s archive of mid-century designs, the collection features reinterpreted classics that feature energetic colorways and unique textures reminiscent of mid-century style.

“For 70 years, we’ve prided ourselves on our rich heritage that served as a foundation for our design philosophy of self-expression and having fun,” says Oscar Feldenkreis. “We’ve always called for our guy to be an original, and we’re happy to celebrate a long legacy of that tradition.”

Blending classic American style with modern sensibility, fans of the brand have included Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Arnold Palmer, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Brad Pitt.

Creative Director Michael Miille said, “We’re looking forward to pushing the boundaries of our designs in terms of fun, color, detail, and retro expression. While we are a cherished American heritage brand, Original Penguin was founded on fabric innovation. We’ll continue to innovate in every category, in any way that feels right to our heritage of originality.”