Avirex
Centric Brands · United States
Avirex is an American clothing brand founded by Jeff Clyman in 1975, known for leather bomber and flight jackets. It makes aviation-inspired outerwear and casualwear.
| Founded | 1975 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Jeff Clyman |
| US brand owner | Centric Brands |
| Signature product | Leather flight jackets |
| Website | avirex.com |
What is Avirex?
Avirex is an American outerwear and casualwear brand founded in 1975 by Jeff Clyman. It built its reputation on leather flight jackets inspired by military aviation.
History
In the 1980s Avirex produced a reissue of the classic A-2 leather flight jacket for the United States Air Force, cementing its link with military aviation. Clyman sold the brand to entrepreneur Marc Ecko in 2006. In the United States the Avirex brand is now owned by Centric Brands.
Products and positioning
The range is anchored by outerwear and extends into casual clothing styled with aviation references. Leather bomber jackets remain the brand's best known product, and the A-2 jacket continues to feature in its collections.
- Leather bomber and A-2 style flight jackets
- Varsity and outerwear jackets
- Casual tops, joggers and accessories
Why it matters
Avirex is a long-standing name in leather outerwear, and its history illustrates how heritage outerwear can travel from military supply into mainstream fashion.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Avirex?
Avirex was founded in 1975 by Jeff Clyman.
Who owns Avirex now?
In the United States the Avirex brand is owned by Centric Brands; founder Jeff Clyman sold it to Marc Ecko in 2006.