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J.Crew

Controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2016

    Intellectual-property transfer litigation

    J.Crew faced litigation after transferring intellectual property in a manner plaintiffs argued placed assets beyond the reach of lenders. The matter formed part of broader disputes concerning the company's debt structure.

  2. 2011

    Pink toenails advertising controversy

    J.Crew drew criticism from conservative commentators after publishing an image of Jenna Lyons painting her son's toenails pink. The dispute concerned gender norms and the use of social messaging in fashion advertising.