Original Penguin
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Original Penguin is an apparel company that sells clothing, footwear, and eyewear. It was established in 1955 by Munsingwear, a Minneapolis-based underwear and military garment store, when it introduced the original Original Penguin golf-shirt in the United States. It became a staple in suburban leisure until well into the 1980s.
To popularize the brand and logo, they sent various golf players two-dozen shirts, which they wore during tournaments. The first television ads featured Bing Crosby and Bob Hope.
The brand was bought by Perry Ellis in 1996, and a brand new sportswear collection was released in Spring 2003. Today, Original Penguin is sold in numerous upscale and trendy boutiques, including Barneys New York, Nordstrom, Urban Outfitters and David Jones. The brand also has a small number of its own stores, one being on Lincoln Road Mall in Miami Beach.
Original Penguin has recently released a denim collection beginning April 2005, as well as an eye wear collection in collaboration with California based company Baumvision LLC.
