About Us
J. Peterman's Philosophy
“People want things that are hard to find. Things that have romance, but a factual romance, about them. I had this proven to me all over again when people actually stopped me in the street (in New York, in Tokyo, in London) to ask me where I got the coat I was wearing….
I think that giant corporations should start asking themselves if the things they make are really, I mean really, better than the ordinary. Clearly, people want things that make their lives the way they wish they were.”
Our History
For over 37 years, J. Peterman has been traveling the world, designing and curating collections of vintage-inspired men and women apparel & accessories inspired by the people he meets.
His marketing continues to feature painted illustrations and factual, romantic copy, and millions of viewers have seen him parodied on Seinfeld in the 1990s & 2000s, and now again with Seinfeld’s popularity on Netflix
Our Story
“Our evolving story is one of travel, adventures and family, filled with our share of battles to celebrate the iconoclasts in this world. The people who do things differently, the cultures they live in, the people they trust, the styles they inspire. Not all my battles have resulted in victories, but perhaps that is why I am still here today.” — John Peterman
“We really do explore the world and design collections that celebrate the craftsmen & iconoclasts who are consumed with their craft. Our passions are authenticity, customer service and quality. Enjoy.” — Tim Peterman
