J. Crew

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J. Crew Turns Again to Debt Restructuring Lawyers

28 March 2019 • By Reuters

28 March 2019 • By Reuters

J. Crew Group is exploring options for reworking its debt, as it struggles with falling sales and a dwindling cash pile, according to sources.

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J. Crew Turns Again to Debt Restructuring Lawyers

J. Crew Group is exploring options for reworking its debt, as it struggles with falling sales and a dwindling cash pile, according to sources.

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Life After Bankruptcy: Why Some Brands Survive and Others Don’t

29 January 2019 • By Cathaleen Chen

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Life After Bankruptcy: Why Some Brands Survive and Others Don’t

The odds of making it through bankruptcy intact are growing smaller. BoF looks at what happens when a brand goes through the process — and then rises again under new ownership.

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J.Crew Reports Sales Accelerated in Departed CEO’s Last Quarter

29 November 2018 • By Bloomberg

29 November 2018 • By Bloomberg

The apparel company’s total comparable-store sales rose 8 percent, the biggest gain in more than five years.

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J.Crew Reports Sales Accelerated in Departed CEO’s Last Quarter

The apparel company’s total comparable-store sales rose 8 percent, the biggest gain in more than five years.

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Shakeup Spells Trouble at J.Crew

18 November 2018 • By Brian Baskin

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Shakeup Spells Trouble at J.Crew

This week, everyone will be talking about the abrupt departure of J.Crew's CEO, Black Friday's shopping frenzy and growing pessimism about mass retailers on Wall Street. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

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J.Crew CEO Jim Brett Is Leaving the Company

17 November 2018 • By Lauren Sherman

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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

10 September 2018 • By Lauren Sherman

10 September 2018 • By Lauren Sherman

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.

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The Challenging, Emotional Remaking of J.Crew

29 August 2018 • By Lauren Sherman

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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?

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Nike, Adidas and Uniqlo Face Off at the US Open

26 August 2018 • By Brian Baskin

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Nike, Adidas and Uniqlo Face Off at the US Open

This week, everyone will be talking about what Serena Williams and Roger Federer are wearing on and off the court at the US Open, the health of shopping malls and the stores inside them. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

Social Goods | ASOS Praised For Disabled-Friendly Clothes, Feminist Apparel Chief Executive Admits Sexual Abuse

11 July 2018 • By Kristina Ezhova

11 July 2018 • By Kristina Ezhova

This week, ASOS designs clothes with disabled customers in mind, while Feminist Apparel chief executive fires his staff after admitting to sexual misconduct.

Social Goods | ASOS Praised For Disabled-Friendly Clothes, Feminist Apparel Chief Executive Admits Sexual Abuse

This week, ASOS designs clothes with disabled customers in mind, while Feminist Apparel chief executive fires his staff after admitting to sexual misconduct.

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Gap Follows J. Crew in Exiting Challenging Bridal-Wear Industry

12 April 2018 • By Bloomberg

12 April 2018 • By Bloomberg

While the amount Americans typically spend on weddings has grown, competition and shifting fashion tastes have brought uncertainty to the industry.

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Gap Follows J. Crew in Exiting Challenging Bridal-Wear Industry

While the amount Americans typically spend on weddings has grown, competition and shifting fashion tastes have brought uncertainty to the industry.