Aeropostale, Inc. (NYSE: ARO), a mall-based specialty retailer of casual and active apparel for young women and men, today announced that total net sales for the four-week period ended May 30, 2009 increased 30% to $132.9 million, from $102.3 million for the four-week period ended May 31, 2008. The Company's same store sales increased 19% for the month, compared to a same store sales increase of 6% in the year ago period.

Year to date, total net sales have increased 23% to $541.0 million, from $438.7 million in the year ago period. Year to date, same store sales have increased 13%, compared to a same store sales increase of 9% last
year.

The Company noted that it continued to experience strong customer reaction to its summer collection, and that its merchandise margins for the month increased over last year. The Company also stated that its inventories remain well controlled and on plan.

To hear the Aeropostale prerecorded May sales message, please dial (866) 644-7738 or (585) 267-8033.

About Aeropostale, Inc.

Aeropostale, Inc. is a mall-based, specialty retailer of casual apparel and accessories, principally targeting 14 to 17 year-old young women and men. The Company provides customers with a focused selection of high-quality, active-oriented, fashion and fashion basic merchandise at compelling values. Aeropostale maintains control over its proprietary brands by designing, sourcing, marketing and selling all of its own merchandise. Aeropostale products can only be purchased in its stores or on-line through its e-commerce website(http://www.aeropostale.com). The Company currently operates 881 Aeropostale stores in 49 states and Puerto Rico, and 33 Aeropostale stores in Canada.