8-K

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, DC 20549

FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

March 31, 2004 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported)

AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

0-23760	13-2721761
(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)
150 Thorn Hill Drive	15086-7528
Warrendale, Pennsylvania	(Zip Code)
(Address of principal executive offices)

(724) 776-4857 (Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

Not Applicable
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

ITEM 7.	Financial Statements, Pro Forma Financial Information and Exhibits.
	(c) Exhibits
	Exhibit No.	Description
	99.1	Press Release dated March 31, 2004
ITEM 12 .	Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
	The information in this Form 8-K, including the accompanying exhibit, is being furnished under Item 12 and shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act"), or otherwise subject to the liability of such section, nor shall such information be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, regardless of the general incorporation language of such filing, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing. On March 31, 2004, American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (the "Company") issued a press release announcing the Company's March 2004  month-to-date sales and provided First Quarter 2004 EPS guidance.  A copy of this press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

	AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS, INC.
Dated: April 1, 2004	By:	/s/ Dale E. Clifton
	Name:	Dale E. Clifton
		Vice President - Controller and Chief Accounting  Officer

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit No.	Description
Exhibit 99.1	Press Release dated March 31, 2004

EX-99.1

EXHIBIT 99.1

AMERICAN EAGLE
OUTFITTERS

Announces March Month-To-Date Consolidated Comparable Store Sales Rise 7.8%, and
Provides First Quarter EPS Guidance of $0.25 to $0.30

Warrendale, PA, March 31, 2004 - American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NASDAQ: AEOS) today provided a financial update due to management's presentation at the Banc of America Securities Consumer Conference on Thursday, April 1, 2004. The Company announced that month-to-date consolidated comparable store sales through March 30, 2004, have increased 7.8%. Total consolidated sales through the period are up 17.9%. Month-to-date comparable store sales for the American Eagle Brand have risen 7.9% and Bluenotes comparable store sales have increased 5.7%. The Company also provided first quarter earnings per share guidance of $0.25 to $0.30, which compares to $0.09 per share in the first quarter last year.

Jim O'Donnell, Chief Executive Officer, commented on the announcement, "We are extremely pleased with the response to our spring merchandise, which is fashion-right and sharply targeted at our customers. Sales strength is broad-based, and comps are positive in both men's and women's divisions. Merchandise margins are strong, reflecting fewer product markdowns and less promotional activity."

In keeping with its regular schedule, the Company will report month-end March sales results on Wednesday, April 7th (after market close) and provide a recorded sales commentary, which can be accessed by dialing 800-642-1687, conference code #3282124.

To listen to management's presentation at the Banc of America Securities Consumer Conference, scheduled at 8:50 a.m. EST on Thursday, April 1st, please go to the company's web-site, ae.com.

The Company will report first quarter financial results on Thursday, May 13th 2004. To listen to the 9:00 a.m. EST conference call, please dial 800-601-0864, or go to the company's web-site ae.com.

American Eagle Outfitters (NASDAQ: AEOS) is a leading lifestyle retailer that designs, markets, and sells its own brand of relaxed, casual clothing for 15 to 25 year olds, providing high-quality merchandise at affordable prices. AE's collection includes modern basics like jeans, cargo pants, and graphic Ts as well as a stylish assortment of cool accessories, outerwear and footwear. AE's Canadian subsidiary, Bluenotes/Thriftys, offers a more urban/suburban, denim-driven collection for 12 to 22 year olds. American Eagle Outfitters currently operates 743 AE stores in 49 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, 65 AE stores in Canada, and 110 Bluenotes/Thriftys stores in Canada. AE also operates via its Web business, www.ae.com, which offers additional sizes and styles of favorite AE merchandise.

"Safe Harbor" Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: This release contains forward-looking statements, which represent our expectations or beliefs concerning future events, specifically regarding first quarter earnings. All forward-looking statements made by the Company involve material risks and uncertainties and are subject to change based on factors beyond the Company's control. Such factors include, but are not limited to the risk that our first quarter sales and earnings forecasts may not be achieved, and those other risks described in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Accordingly, the Company's future performance and financial results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in any such forward-looking statements. The Company does not undertake to publicly update or revise its forward-looking statements even if future changes make it clear that projected results expressed or implied will not be realized.

Company Contacts:    

Laura Weil
Judy Meehan
724-776-4857