J.Crew’s Rating
J.Crew
Category: Casualwear
Sustainability: 🌱4/5
Affordability: 💸 3.5/5
Adaptability: ♿️ 3.5/5
Affordability Assessment
💵 | Price Range: $50 - $120+
J.Crew’s prices reflects its status as a mix between a fast-fashion brand and a luxury brand, with clothing starting at prices more expensive than other brands. However, those prices tend to stay in the lower ranges, with most products being priced way lower than typical luxury brands.
📈 | Value for Money: Good
The prices are in alignment with the quality of the product, with clothing being durable and lasting. The fabrics are also high-quality, with cotton, wool, and cashmere being common. The clothing styles are timeless and unique, making them strong elevated basics.
💡 | Affordability Tools
J.Crew goes on sale often, especially during holidays or near the end of the year. There are also extra discounts for new customers who sign up to their loyalty program, as well as students and teachers.
Adaptability Assessment
🦾 | Inclusivity
J.Crew does not offer an adaptive clothing line for people with disabilities, nor make clothing specifically tailored for them. However, it does partner with the US Ski & Snowboard team for the Olympics, making it a sponsor of the Paralympics as well.
♿️ | Comfort
The brand prioritizes comfort and quality, using breathable materials instead of skipping production costs.
Sustainability Assessment
🌍 | Environmental Impact
J.Crew has an initiative to shift to “key fibers” by the end of 2025, meaning all of their fabrics are sustainably sourced. It also operates on a circulatory system, aiming to keep as many products out of landfills as possible. To reduce its carbon emissions, its is targeting a goal of 100% neutral emissions by the end of 2030.
🤝 | Labor Conditions
J.Crew primarily sources its clothing from China and Vietnam, though it has some more premium fabrics made in Italy and the USA. However, there is a lack of transparency in its suppliers and about paying workers a living wage.
🐾 | Animal Welfare:
The brand uses some animal-sourced materials, such as cashmere, wool, and leather. However, it is committed to sourcing those fabrics responsibly, joining the Sustainable Fibre Alliance to ensure that. Additionally, the brand offers animal-free alternatives, including vegan leather and TENCEL.
