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J.Crew To Launch Online Business In The UK

The US retailer, bought out in a US$3bn private equity deal last year and famed for its “preppy” style, is planning to launch an online business in the UK this summer. J.Crew’s chief executive, Mickey Drexler, announced the move to lead expansion outside of its home market last night.

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