Silverstein to drive global development at Perry Ellis

"Stanley has a proven track record of success with global expansion, and he possesses exceptional skills in international business strategies and development and we are pleased to have him in our organization," said George Feldenkreis.  "His outstanding business relationships as well as his considerable management experience as a top executive in a major apparel corporation will be invaluable as we expand and strengthen our executive team and our brand portfolio worldwide."

"Stanley will be a real asset to our organization," added Oscar Feldenkreis. "There is tremendous appetite for our brands across the globe and now we have the dedicated leadership to pursue those opportunities. Stanley is a leader whose considerable experience will help shape our organization for the future."

Stanley Silverstein commented, "I am very excited to join with George and Oscar to leverage the powerful global equity of Perry Ellis' portfolio of brands. I believe we have significant opportunities to enhance shareholder value by expanding and optimizing Perry Ellis, Original Penguin, as well as other sport and lifestyle brands in both developed and emerging markets."

Stanley is a graduate of Yale College and Harvard Law School. He has served as a guest lecturer and panelist on international development for several organizations including Fashion Institute of Technology, American Apparel Footwear Association and Women's Wear Daily Global Markets.

About Perry Ellis International

Perry Ellis International, Inc. is a leading designer, distributor and licensor of a broad line of high quality men's and women's apparel, accessories and fragrances, as well as select children's apparel. The Company's collection of dress and casual shirts, golf sportswear, sweaters, dress pants, casual pants and shorts, jeans wear, active wear, dresses and men's and women's swimwear is available through all major levels of retail distribution.

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