From Humble Beginnings: The Story Behind Perry Suspenders™

Every great product starts with a problem—and someone determined enough to solve it. For Perry Suspenders™, that someone was our founder, Don Perry, a man tired of tugging at his pants and fed up with suspenders that didn’t do the job. The year was 1995, and in a small Midwest workshop, Perry Suspenders™ was born.

Original Founders: Don Perry and Joe Perry

What made our suspenders different? It wasn’t just a tweak to an old design. It was a complete rethinking of how suspenders could serve the people who wore them—farmers, tradespeople, teachers, and anyone who needed all-day support without sacrificing comfort or style. Our patented “hook-on” system meant no more struggling with buttons or unreliable clips. It was simple, effective, and built to last.

From day one, Perry Suspenders™ has been about function meets durability—crafted in the USA, tested in real life, and worn with pride. As word spread, our suspenders found their way into hardware stores, small boutiques, and onto job sites across the country.

Over the years, we’ve grown our line to include styles for work, leisure, and everything in between. From the rugged Perry Construction model to the sleek Perry Premium, each pair is a tribute to the original idea: suspenders should support your life, not get in the way of it.

But while the product has evolved, our values haven’t changed. We’re still a small business with big pride, committed to quality, comfort, and the kind of customer service that feels personal—because it is.

So whether you’ve worn Perry Suspenders™ for decades or are just discovering us, welcome. We’re glad you’re here. And we promise—once you hook up a pair, you’ll never go back.

White 1 1/2" Perry Suspenders™