Perry Ellis
New York designer label founded by Perry Ellis in 1978 under The Vera Companies. 'Perry Ellis America' with American flag motifs marks the 1970s–80s founding era; the refined minimalist 'Perry Ellis' sans-serif wording and loop tags track the 1990s–2000s.
- Origin
- USA
- Founded
- 1978
- Category
- Designer & Casual
- Documented eras
- 5
How Perry Ellis labels evolved over time. Match the markers below against the tag in hand to place a garment in its era.
1970–1979
1970s vintage Perry Ellis tags
Reflects the early branding with “Perry Ellis America Tags often feature bold serif lettering and American flag motifs.
- Reflects the early branding with “Perry Ellis America.
- Tags often feature bold serif lettering and American flag motifs.
- Square or rectangular tags with clear size indicators.
How to spot it
Reflects the early branding with “Perry Ellis America — confirms this label era.
Value signal
Solid vintage interest; 1970s pieces in clean condition attract steady demand.
1980–1989
1980s vintage Perry Ellis tags
Continued use of “Perry Ellis America” with a strong focus on bold typography Introduction of more colorful and varied tag designs.
- Continued use of “Perry Ellis America” with a strong focus on bold typography.
- Introduction of more colorful and varied tag designs.
- Size indicators often included alongside the main logo.
How to spot it
Continued use of “Perry Ellis America” with a strong focus on bold typography — confirms this label era.
Value signal
Good vintage demand; 1980s label detail is a key value driver.
1990–1999
1990s vintage Perry Ellis tags
Tags reflect a more refined and streamlined look Incorporation of minimalistic designs with simple “Perry Ellis” text.
- Tags reflect a more refined and streamlined look.
- Incorporation of minimalistic designs with simple “Perry Ellis” text.
- Tags sometimes feature additional descriptors like “Knitted by Hand.”.
How to spot it
Tags reflect a more refined and streamlined look — confirms this label era.
Value signal
Moderate collector interest; condition and completeness determine value.
2000–2009
2000s vintage Perry Ellis tags
Transition to more modern designs with a mix of bold and minimalistic elements Introduction of loop tags for the first time.
- Transition to more modern designs with a mix of bold and minimalistic elements.
- Introduction of loop tags for the first time.
- Continued use of “Perry Ellis” in clear, bold serif lettering.
How to spot it
Transition to more modern designs with a mix of bold and minimalistic elements — confirms this label era.
Value signal
Entry-level vintage; value driven by brand recognition and condition.
2010–2019
2010s vintage Perry Ellis tags
Modern and sleek designs with the classic Perry Ellis logo Variety in tag colors and materials, reflecting contemporary fashion trends.
- Modern and sleek designs with the classic Perry Ellis logo.
- Variety in tag colors and materials, reflecting contemporary fashion trends.
- Tags often feature more elaborate and detailed layouts.
How to spot it
Modern and sleek designs with the classic Perry Ellis logo — confirms this label era.
Value signal
Entry-level vintage; value driven by brand recognition and condition.