J.Crew Group, Inc.

J.Crew Group, Inc. is an American multi-brand, multi-channel, specialty retailer. The company is renowned for its diverse assortment of women's, men's, and children's apparel and accessories, which includes:

• Swimwear
• Outerwear
• Loungewear
• Bags
• Sweaters
• Denim
• Dresses
• Suiting
• Jewelry
• Shoes

Company Overview

• Founded: 1947 (as Popular Merchandise, Inc.), rebranded as J.Crew in 1983.
• Headquarters: New York City, New York, U.S.
• Key People: Libby Wadle, CEO
• Revenue: US$ 2.54 billion (2019)
• Net Income: US$ −78.8 million (2019)
• Total Assets: US$1.599 billion (2019)
• Total Equity: US$ −1.35 billion (2019)
• Number of Employees: 9,400 (2019)

Brands and Divisions

J.Crew Group's portfolio includes a variety of brands and divisions, such as:

• J.Crew
• crewcuts
• Madewell
• J.Crew Factory
• J.Crew Mercantile

Retail and Online Presence

As of 2016, J.Crew Group operated over 450 retail stores across the United States. The company conducts its business through various channels:

• Retail stores
• Factory outlets
• Crew cuts stores
• Madewell stores
• Catalogs
• Online platforms

Historical Milestones

• 1947: Mitchell Cinader and Saul Charles establish Popular Merchandise, Inc.
• 1983: The first J.Crew catalog is mailed to customers.
• 1989: J.Crew opens its first retail store in South Street Seaport, Manhattan.
• 2020: J.Crew Group files for bankruptcy protection amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

J.Crew Group, Inc. has established itself as a significant player in the retail industry, offering high-quality products at competitive prices, and continues to evolve with the changing fashion and retail landscapes.