(Miami, FL, July 13, 2021) — Original Penguin Golf® by Munsingwear®, a division of Perry Ellis International, announces that brand ambassador Cameron Smith will be showcasing Original Penguin’s exciting new Spring2021 collection at the Open Championship, July 15-19 at Royal St. George’s Golf Course.
Smith will be outfitted in Original Penguin’s soft to the touch and lightweight performance polos, pullovers and wind shirts. Sunday’s signature red polo and plaid pants, crafted from high-stretch fabrics that enhance performance and comfort, pays homage to the traditional links outfit, creating a smart spring look. Reversible leather belts with Pete buckle complete the look.
Sustainability and environmental preservation are the core of Original Penguin’s DNA, so not only will Cameron be looking good, he will be helping the environment thanks to Original Penguin’s RE-Originals™sustainable fabrication. Its new eco-friendly golf polos are crafted with 30% recycled polyester and use a double-knit high-gauge fabrication for superior performance and aesthetics. Pairing these elevated materials with OPG’s modern tailored Qit, Cameron’s style is sure to be an original at Royal St. George’s.
Original Penguin by Munsingwear became a staple among the masters of suburban leisure well into the 1980sand was worn by the likes of Arnold Palmer, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Clint Eastwood. Said to be the originator of the golf shirt, Original Penguin incorporates technologically advanced Qibers with modern-day, fashionable, styles that is perfectly suited for both on and off the course. Today, Original Penguin embodies a mix of iconic American Sportswear with modern-minded aesthetics into a diverse range of products for a full lifestyle brand. Made for originals, by originals.
About An Original Penguin by Munsingwear®
In 1955, Minneapolis-based Munsingwear – underwear and military supply company – ironically became the touchstone of suburban sport with the introduction of the Qirst iconic golf shirt to America – an ORIGINALPENGUIN®. Known for its unique, humorous and fashionable clothing, Original Penguin is a global brand offering a full range of men’s and children’s clothing, accessories and fragrances with diverse retail distribution and two dedicated e-commerce websites: www.originalpenguin.com and www.originalpenguin.co.ukwww.original penguin.co.uk. See a full preview of the Spring 2021 Golf collection here.
About Perry Ellis International
Perry Ellis International, Inc. is a leading designer, distributor, and licensor of a broad line of high quality men’sand women’s apparel, accessories, and fragrances. The company’s collection of dress and casual shirts, golfsportswear, sweaters, dress pants, casual pants and shorts, jeans wear, active wear, dresses, and men’s andwomen’s swimwear is available through all major levels of retail distribution. The company, through its whollyowned subsidiaries, owns a portfolio of nationally and internationally recognized brands, including: PerryEllis®, 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 ofbrands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike® for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGATOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel. Additional information on the company is available at www.pery.com
For more information, contact: Stuart Goldstein RG Narrative Inc. (M)201-681-0618 | stuart@rgnarrative.com
