Perry Ellis (brand)

In June 2003, Perry Ellis merged with Salant Corporation, manufacturer of the brand's clothes, for about $80 million.

Perry Ellis said he was inspired "to design clothes that are more obtainable, more relaxed, but ultimately more stylish and witty.

Perry Ellis has paired with Vanity Fair to host parties for nominated television series.

Perry Ellis and Vanity Fair have held toasts and pre-Emmy parties for nominees including Heroes in 2007, 30 Rock in 2008, and The Office in 2010 at the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles.

In his interview with GQ backstage at the Perry Ellis Spring 2012 runway show Manganiello said, "I always told myself if 'I made it,' I'd look the part.

Glee's Chris Colfer wore a Perry Ellis outfit to the Outfest Film Festival Awards in 2010.

NFL star Hank Baskett, husband of Kendra Wilkinson, has worn Perry Ellis at several events including the Espy Awards for ESPN.