J Brand

founded by

Jeff Rudes & Susie Crippen

belongs to

Jeff Rudes & Susie Crippen

about

J Brand was co-founded by denim manufacturer Jeff Rudes and former stylist Susie Crippen. The two set out to create classic and sophisticated jeans with the emphasis on fit while holding to one mandate:

creating timeless products. Paying careful attention to details and clean, dark finishes, together they have created a combination of sexiness, style and comfort in jeans for men, women and children. A favorite of celebrities, J Brand jeans can be found at a variety of fine stores worldwide.

J Brand launched as an exclusive at Ron Herman's Melrose jeans bar in the spring of 2005. The brand had immediate success, and J Brand's introduction of their skinny straight leg made them the first American-made premium jeans to drive this trend.

J Brand continues to show leadership in the retail market with the introduction of their new wide leg styles. In an exceedingly competitive market, one of their greatest challenges was to go beyond what they were known for - the skinny jean - and deliver the next trend.

In May 2007, J Brand launched a maternity line - Mama J by J Brand. These jeans have unique design features never before seen by the maternity industry. In July 2007, J Brand entered the Girls' market with J Girl by J Brand, offering sizes 714, available at Bloomingdale's and Saks Fifth Avenue.

In fall 2008, J Brand introduced a Men's line under the label, J Brand Denim Co. The line will reflect modern basics with a vintage sensibility, inspired by classic Americana. J Brand Denim Co. is carried in top retail stores including Barneys, Bergdorf Goodman, Bloomingdale's, Scoop NYC, American Rag Cie and Ron Herman.