When I was a kid, our mall didn’t have a J.Crew. It wasn’t until after I left for college that one opened up.
My friend Jackie worked there on the weekends all through college for the discount.
I wonder sometimes if that absence is what makes me, to this day, think of J.Crew as sort of the platonic ideal for retailers I (100% affectionately) refer to as mall brands.
The brands whose stores mark your childhood by their relative accessibility, both physically and financially.
Abercrombie & Fitch is another. American Eagle Outfitters, too.
And J.Crew’s familiar “mall brand” status is exactly why I think the retailer makes for perfect gift guide inclusion.
Truly, I believe we’d all be hard pressed to name someone in our lives who wouldn’t be happy opening a gift-wrapped set of J.Crew pajamas, or a cashmere sweater, or fleece-lined boots.
It’s why we pulled together this list of J.Crew gifts for men and for women.
It was that, or overrun our other holiday gift guides with the retailer’s offerings…though you’ll find a few scattered throughout anyway.
First up? J.Crew gifts from the men’s side of the store…
Shop J.Crew gift ideas for guys:
Western shirt jacket, $268
This wool-blend western shirt jacket isn’t like anything in your closet currently. In the best possible way.
With front snap pockets and a western-style yoke, it hits both the cowboy and workwear trend all in one shacket.
hiking boots, $328
This pair of hiking boots in tumbled leather makes for a great holiday gift whether your winter includes snowy mountains, or simply a slushy city commute.
flannel-lined heavyweight workshirt, $168
A bright-orange workshirt isn’t flashy per se, but it does make a statement.
If you’re the type to never treat yourself, this chamois workshirt will feel like a luxurious upgrade to your everyday wardrobe.
merino wool houndstooth sweater, $98
This houndstooth sweater feels so sophisticated and chic…and also like you could throw it on with sweats and live in all holiday break long.
What’s not to love?
Barbour Sylkoil Ashby jacket, $398
The nice thing about doing your holiday shopping at J.Crew is they carry more brands than just their own.
Like this Barbour Ashby jacket, perfect for a big-ticket gift.
More J.Crew gift ideas for guys:
Shop J.Crew gift ideas for women:
Stadium wool-blend cloth coat, $348
A beautiful wool-blend coat makes a great gift because it’s stylish and functional.
And the one she wore last winter may be looking a little worse for wear these days…
Fair Isle wide-mockneck sweater, $118
A seasonal sweater is a pretty fail-safe, hard to mess up holiday present.
So long as you get her size right, and pick a color you’ve seen her in before, you should be golden.
cotton-blend pajama set, $98
This forest green matching pajama set feels festive without going overboard.
striped sweater jacket, $138
A striped sweater jacket is great for a woman who works in a business casual office.
Santorini bag with feathers, $248
This festive feather purse would make a great gift with the promise of a date for her to bring it on tucked inside.
More J.Crew gifts for women:
Ready to knock out all your holiday shopping?
Check out every 2024 #SGapproved holiday gift guide here.
