NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 9, 2004--Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) today announced Jacki Nemerov will join the company as Executive Vice President effective September 9, 2004. Ms. Nemerov will be responsible for the management of all men's, women's and children's wholesale brands, licensed apparel and accessories, and manufacturing. She will report to Roger Farah, President and Chief Operating Officer.

Ms. Nemerov's career highlights span 30 years in the apparel industry. Most recently, Ms. Nemerov was President and Chief Operating Officer of Jones Apparel Group where she was responsible for design, merchandising and production for the company's then 23 corporate brands. During her 17 year tenure at Jones Apparel Group, she held a variety of executive positions, including President of Jones Sport Division, and in 1995 launched the Lauren by Ralph Lauren division when it was a licensed brand. Earlier in her career, Ms. Nemerov enjoyed successful assignments with ever-increasing responsibilities at Allied Stores, Bernard Chaus and Gloria Vanderbilt for Murjani.

"We are very pleased that Jacki is joining us. With more than 30 years in the apparel industry, she has extensive experience in brand building and merchandising, as well as a proven ability to extend brands appropriately. She is leading a strong and talented team, and with her leadership, we will be better able to leverage our wholesale growth and operations globally," said Roger Farah, President and Chief Operating Officer.

Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation is a leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in four categories: apparel, home, accessories and fragrances. For more than 35 years, Polo's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include "Polo", "Polo by Ralph Lauren", "Ralph Lauren Purple Label", "Polo Sport", "Ralph Lauren", "Blue Label", "Lauren", "Polo Jeans Co.", "RL", "Chaps", and "Club Monaco" among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. For more information, go to http://investor.polo.com.

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