J. Jill
J.Jill Posts Strong Q1, Raises 2024 Guidance
CEO Claire Spofford said last quarter's results exceeded the company's expectations.
Episode 36: Retail’s ‘Secret Sauce’
In this special edition episode, WWD's Arthur Zaczkiewicz welcomes two industry veterans to sort out what…
J.Jill Reports Q4 Profit Gain, Beats Expectations
The specialty chain catering to middle-aged and older women takes a cautious approach to 2024.
J.Jill Reports Q4 Profit Gain, Beats Expectations
The specialty chain catering to middle-aged and older women takes a cautious approach to 2024.
Shuffle Board: SAC CEO Out, Dr. Martens and Express CFO Changes
J.Jill named a new human resources chief, Oiselle announced a new CEO and Swiftkick hired an executive from…
J.Jill Sees Q2 Dips in Sales and Income
CEO Claire Spofford cites customer concerns with the evolving macro environment but was satisfied by the…
J.Jill Customers Are Becoming More Mindful on Spending Decisions
The J.Jill customer is gravitating toward newness in fashion, and is also becoming more discerning in where…
J. Jill Turns Profitable for the Year; Q4 Net Slips
CEO Claire Spofford said the company beat expectations on the top and bottom lines last quarter and has a…
From Macy’s to Lululemon, Who Won Holiday 2022, What Drove Success and What Lies Ahead
At the ICR Conference, execs from Macy's, DXL, Boot Barn, J.Jill and Tilly's among others shared how they…
J. Jill Sticks to Guidance, Cites Growth Opportunities
At the ICR Conference, CEO Claire Spofford said the emphasis on full-price selling and a more fluid inventory…
J.Jill CEO Sees ‘Little Price Resistance’ for Unique, Artisanal Fashion
Claire Spofford said consumers are responding positively to the retailer's inclusive sizing initiative and…
CEO Claire Spofford on Bringing J. Jill Out of Its Shell
The Quincy, Massachusetts-based, 63-year-old brand is campaigning to elevate its profile.
J.Jill’s Customers Are A-OK With Full-Priced Fashion
CEO Claire Spofford said the specialty chain's shoppers show "very little price resistance" to going-out and…
J.Jill CEO on Getting With the Times: We Hadn’t ‘Done Our Customer Justice’
J.Jill is the latest apparel retailer striving for a more size-inclusive shopping experience.
Rotation to Dressier Fashion Was Q1 Key for Winning Retailers
Retailers taking big bets on social dressing, special occasions, and the big return to office had a better Q1…