Exhibit 99.1

        JoS. A. Bank Elects New Director; Sidney H. Ritman to Join Board



    HAMPSTEAD, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 1, 2005--JoS. A. Bank
Clothiers, Inc. (Nasdaq National Market: JOSB) announced today that
Sidney H. Ritman has been named as an additional director of the
company. Mr. Ritman is the founder, owner and operator of Toni
Industries, Inc., an importer of the Giorgio San Angelo line of ladies
clothing. Mr. Ritman has an extensive background in international
sourcing for U.S. and European apparel retailers, including fifteen
years in residence in Hong Kong as the founder, owner and operator of
the Armstrong Industries, Ltd., a sourcing agent which had offices in
seven countries and annual FOB sales in excess of $200 million.
    "The phenomenal growth and success of JoS. A. Bank is the talk of
the industry. I am pleased to be associated with such an impressive
company," said Mr. Ritman. He continued, "JoS. A. Bank's merchandising
strategy is exciting and innovative. I look forward to working with
management and my fellow board members as the company continues to
lead the menswear industry with offerings such as the Stays Cool suit
and its Travelers collection of products."
    Robert N. Wildrick, Chief Executive Officer and President,
welcomed Mr. Ritman saying, "We are privileged to have Sid on our
Board. His expertise in international sourcing is a resource upon
which we can draw as we continue to expand our global network of
suppliers."
    JoS. A. Bank Clothiers, Inc., established in 1905, is one of the
nation's leading retailers of men's classically-styled tailored and
casual clothing, sportswear, footwear and accessories. The Company
sells its full product line through 282 stores in 38 states and the
District of Columbia, a nationwide catalog, and an e-commerce website
that can be accessed at www.josbank.com. The Company is headquartered
in Hampstead, MD, and its common stock is listed on the Nasdaq
National Market under the symbol "JOSB".
    The Company's statements concerning future operations contained
herein are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the
Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results may
differ materially from those forecast due to a variety of factors
outside of the Company's control that can affect the Company's
operating results, liquidity and financial condition such as risks
associated with economic, weather, public health and other factors
affecting consumer spending, the ability of the Company to finance its
expansion plans, the mix and pricing of goods sold, the market price
of key raw materials such as wool and cotton, availability of lease
sites for new stores, the ability to source product from its global
supplier base and other competitive factors. These cautionary
statements qualify all of the forward-looking statements the Company
makes herein. The Company cannot assure you that the results or
developments anticipated by the Company will be realized or, even if
substantially realized, that those results or developments will result
in the expected consequences for the Company or affect the Company,
its business or its operations in the way the Company expects. The
Company cautions you not to place undue reliance on these
forward-looking statements, which speak only as of their respective
dates, and assumes no obligation to update any of the forward-looking
statements. These risks should be carefully reviewed before making any
investment decision.



    CONTACT: JoS. A. Bank Clothiers, Inc., Hampstead, MD
             David E. Ullman, EVP/CFO, 410-239-5715
               or
             RJ Falkner and Company, Inc.
             Investor Relations Counsel
             R. Jerry Falkner, CFA
             800-377-9893
             info@rjfalkner.com
               or
             www.josbank.com