Original Penguin clothing line

Original Penguin is an American clothing line with roots in the 1950s and 1960s, specializing in men's and women's clothing, footwear, and eyewear. The brand was introduced in 1955 by Munsingwear, a Minneapolis-based underwear and military garment manufacturer, when it launched the Original Penguin golf shirt in the United States. Munsingwear was renowned for its union suits and is credited with creating the classic golf shirt. In 1996, the brand was acquired by Perry Ellis International, a leading designer, distributor, and licensor of a broad line of high-quality men's and women's apparel, accessories, and fragrances. Perry Ellis International owns a portfolio of nationally and internationally recognized brands, including Perry Ellis®, An Original Penguin by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist®, and Farah®. The company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including Nike® for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel. As of 2023, Perry Ellis International reported revenue of £71.26 million and employed 196 people. The brand has expanded its presence globally, with stores in North America, South America, Central America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, including a flagship store in Madrid, Spain, opened in June 2024. (prnewswire.com)