American Eagle is a clothing brand founded in 1977 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania that offers a wide variety of apparel, accessories, and footwear. It sells clothes for people of all ages made from pure cotton, as well as additional brands like Aerie and 77 Kids. While competitors like Abercrombie & Fitch and Aeropostale are in constant competition with American Eagle, the brand has grown significantly and can now be found in stores and outlets across the United States and Canada.