Perry Ellis

Perry Edwin Ellis (March 3, 1940 – May 30, 1986) was an American fashion designer who founded his eponymous sportswear house in the mid-1970s. Ellis' influence on the fashion industry has been called "a huge turning point" because he introduced new patterns and proportions to a market which was dominated by more traditional men's clothing.

This article is about the fashion designer. For the clothing brand, see Perry Ellis (brand). For the multi-brand company, see Perry Ellis International. For the basketball player, see Perry Ellis (basketball).

Perry Ellis
Born(1940-03-03)March 3, 1940
Portsmouth, Virginia, U.S.
DiedMay 30, 1986(1986-05-30) (aged 46)
New York City, U.S.
Resting placeEvergreen Memorial Park
EducationCollege of William and Mary
New York University
OccupationFashion designer
LabelPerry Ellis
Children1
Awards1979–1984 Coty Awards (eight)
1983 Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) Fashion Award
2002 commemorative white bronze plaque
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