At a lecture earlier this year, Mickey Drexler told the attendees that J. Crew has initiated a company-wide hiring freeze Drexler revealed, even during the holiday season, which he said falls on a terrible calendar year retail selling-wise.
“If someone wants to hire someone, someone’s got to leave,” Drexler said.
Like J.Crew, many retailers have had to [...]

Last week, I wrote about how I was looking for the Storybook charm bracelet in the post, “The Storybook Charm Bracelet from J.Crew.”  My sister really wants this item and I successfully found it through using a We Will Find It Search from J.Crew. Thanks so much to everyone for your suggestions!
The necklace arrived earlier [...]

Yesterday, I wrote about Mickey Drexler would speak at the the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). I came across this great article this morning that reviewed his lecture.
It seems he did not have very cheerful things to say about the state of the marketplace or J.Crew. What are your thoughts on the article?

J. Crew’s [...]

The International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) will host its New York National Conference and Deal Making event on December 8 thru 10 at the Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers.
The guest speaker today is Mickey Drexler. He will be speaking at 1:30 pm to 2:15 pm.
The International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) was founded [...]

I received this 25% discount card in the mail the other day from J.Crew. The discount is valid until December 15th.
I was surprised to receive this special mailing, as I normally do not get mail from J.Crew.
The only communication I ever get via snail mail is my catalog and the occasional thank-you note from my [...]

Today, J.Crew announced financial results for the three months (third quarter) and nine months (first nine months) that ended on November 1, 2008.
Third Quarter highlights:

Revenues increased 9% to $363.1 million. Store sales (Retail and Factory) increased 7% to $250.9 million, with comparable store sales decreasing 3%. Comparable store sales increased 5% in [...]

Kate, over at Look Book NYC, recently had the pleasure of attending a lecture where she heard J.Crew CEO, Mickey Drexler speak.
I contacted her about writing a review of the lecture. She was kind enough to write the following piece. It is a real treat. Enjoy!
In walks Mickey Drexler.  He is dressed [...]

Last week, in the entry, “My Email to J.Crew’s Mickey Drexler,” I posted an email that I wrote to Mickey Drexler, CEO of J.Crew.  I really wasn’t sure if I would receive a response from him.  I was really hoping for one as I felt that my email was very thorough and sincere. Almost immediately, [...]

A few weeks ago, I wrote to Mickey Drexler, who we all know is the CEO of J.Crew. He did write back and was very pleasant and genuine. I will post his response after the weekend.  Happy Labor Day weekend, everyone!
Below is my message.

Hello Mr. Drexler,
My name is Leigh and I am the [...]

Julia, editor over at the All about the Pretty, brought this article about Mickey Drexler to my attention.
Retailing icon Mickey Drexler doubles down
J.Crew’s CEO says that this is the worst retail environment he’s seen in 40 years in the business. His strategy? Launch a new, upscale brand called Madewell.
by John Brodie
(Fortune Magazine) — Mickey Drexler [...]