Jenna Lyons
Former President & Creative Director, J.Crew
The bespectacled designer gave J. Crew both mass appeal and a cult fashion following with her mixed prints and ‘geek chic’ aesthetic.
Mickey Drexler-Backed Line Takes on J.Crew
Former J.Crew designer Somsack Sikhounmuong has partnered with founder Alex Drexler to relaunch Alex Mill, expanding the label into women’s for the first time.
Mickey Drexler-Backed Line Takes on J.Crew
Former J.Crew designer Somsack Sikhounmuong has partnered with founder Alex Drexler to relaunch Alex Mill, expanding the label into women’s for the first time.
Diet Prada, Estée Laundry and the Rise of Watchdog Culture: Harmful or Helpful?
Instagram accounts that call out industry missteps, from copycat designs to cultural insensitivities, are proliferating. How much good are they actually doing?
Diet Prada, Estée Laundry and the Rise of Watchdog Culture: Harmful or Helpful?
Instagram accounts that call out industry missteps, from copycat designs to cultural insensitivities, are proliferating. How much good are they actually doing?
J.Crew Chairman Mickey Drexler Steps Down
The former chief executive is retiring to focus on his investment and advisory firm, Drexler Ventures.
J.Crew Chairman Mickey Drexler Steps Down
The former chief executive is retiring to focus on his investment and advisory firm, Drexler Ventures.
J.Crew CEO Jim Brett Is Leaving the Company
Brett, who joined the ailing specialty retailer in July 2017, was in the midst of a turnaround plan. He'll be replaced by a temporary committee of senior executives.
J.Crew CEO Jim Brett Is Leaving the Company
Brett, who joined the ailing specialty retailer in July 2017, was in the midst of a turnaround plan. He'll be replaced by a temporary committee of senior executives.
Meet J.Crew’s New Chief Design Officer
In her first interview, Johanna Uurasjarvi shares her approach for revitalising a brand that’s still shaking the legacy of former designer Jenna Lyons.
Meet J.Crew’s New Chief Design Officer
In her first interview, Johanna Uurasjarvi shares her approach for revitalising a brand that’s still shaking the legacy of former designer Jenna Lyons.
The Challenging, Emotional Remaking of J.Crew
Over the past 15 months, chief executive Jim Brett has lowered prices, added labels, expanded sizes and tried to move beyond the polarising legacy of the brand’s recent past. Will his master plan work?
The Challenging, Emotional Remaking of J.Crew
Over the past 15 months, chief executive Jim Brett has lowered prices, added labels, expanded sizes and tried to move beyond the polarising legacy of the brand’s recent past. Will his master plan work?
How Madewell Is Saving J.Crew
Madewell’s double-digital growth is buoying the J.Crew Group as sales at its namesake brand continue to dwindle. President Libby Wadle explains why Madewell is working, and how she plans to keep the momentum going.
How Madewell Is Saving J.Crew
Madewell’s double-digital growth is buoying the J.Crew Group as sales at its namesake brand continue to dwindle. President Libby Wadle explains why Madewell is working, and how she plans to keep the momentum going.
J. Crew's Sales Plummet, Overshadowing Growth at Madewell Brand
The company has made progress cutting expenses and boosting margins and expects to close 50 stores this year.
J. Crew's Sales Plummet, Overshadowing Growth at Madewell Brand
The company has made progress cutting expenses and boosting margins and expects to close 50 stores this year.
J.Crew’s ‘Fast Fashion’ Pivot
The era of the ‘merchant prince’ is giving way to a new reality where technology-driven supply chains are as important as design. Can J.Crew adapt?
J.Crew’s ‘Fast Fashion’ Pivot
The era of the ‘merchant prince’ is giving way to a new reality where technology-driven supply chains are as important as design. Can J.Crew adapt?
Power Moves | Isabelle Guichot Joins Maje, Guy Laroche’s New Artistic Director
Former Balenciaga veteran Isabelle Guichot joins Maje as chief executive, while Guy Laroche names Richard René as artistic director.
Power Moves | Isabelle Guichot Joins Maje, Guy Laroche’s New Artistic Director
Former Balenciaga veteran Isabelle Guichot joins Maje as chief executive, while Guy Laroche names Richard René as artistic director.
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The people shaping the global fashion industry, curated by the editors of The Business of Fashion, based on nominations and on-the-ground intelligence from around the world.
