Original Penguin

Specialties

The Original Penguin brand is a youth culture icon that represents a mix of American Sportswear and contemporary fashion. Original Penguin is appealing to a style-​savvy consumer who’s into details, but doesn’t take fashion too seriously. Stop by today and #BeAnOriginal.

History

Established in 1955.

If a 100-​year-​old underwear factory in Minnesota seems an unconventional starting point for a fashion icon that has represented Americana since 1955 and is still worn all over the world today, blame Pete the Penguin.

As a testament to the timeless appeal of the Original Penguin clothing company’s classic designs, the shirts catapulted back into fashion starting in 2000, when young trendsetters started scouring yard sales and demanding their favorite vintage stores restock the cult classics. In 2003, this overwhelming new audience led to the rebirth of an Original Penguin by Munsingwear, and an alliance with an international fashion house. Penguin’s archive of mid-​century classics was reworked to reflect today’s lifestyle without compromising the heritage or craftsmanship that had made Penguin’s name.

Today, with Original Penguin stores dotting the globe and sold at exclusive luxury retailers, Pete is back — bigger and better than ever!