The fashion icon who shaped J.Crew's legacy has always had a keen eye for style.&nbsp;

When you think of <a href="https://preview.lofficielusa.com/fashion/j-crew-catalog-fall-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener">J.Crew</a>, one name should come to mind: Jenna Lyons. Often credited as the driving force behind the brand&rsquo;s transformation, Lyons is widely recognized for shaping J.Crew into the fashion powerhouse it is today.
As the brand&rsquo;s president and executive creative director, Lyons oversaw an image overhaul that turned <a href="https://preview.lofficielusa.com/fashion/maggie-gyllenhaal-peter-sarsgaard-j-crew-personal-style" target="_blank" rel="noopener">J.Crew</a> into one of the most coveted mainstream fashion brands in the U.S. With a keen eye for design and marketing, she was truly a trailblazer in the fashion industry as a leader. She reshaped the retailer&rsquo;s identity, making it a go-to for modern, preppy style loved by everyone from <a href="https://preview.lofficielusa.com/fashion/michelle-obama-fashion-independent-american-designers" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Michelle Obama</a> to Anna Wintour.
Lyons began her fashion career with a Fine Arts degree from Parsons New School of Design and an internship at Donna Karan. However, 1990 was the beginning of a legacy that would follow her for years to come. Lyons joined J.Crew as a junior designer, climbing the ranks to vice president of women&rsquo;s design by 2003. Under the leadership of CEO Mickey Drexler, Lyons spearheaded a design renaissance for the brand, introducing fresh styles and notable collaborations with designers like Prabal Gurung and Sperry Topsider.

Jenna Lyons and Cass Bird at Save Venice.

In 2010, she was promoted to president, further cementing her influence in the industry. Lyons' tenure saw <a href="https://preview.lofficielusa.com/fashion/maryam-nassir-zadeh-j-crew-collection" target="_blank" rel="noopener">J.Crew&rsquo;s</a> expansion into new markets, including the opening of its first UK store in 2013. Her signature mix of classic Americana with quirky, stylish details became a hallmark of the brand.
After 26 years with J.Crew, Lyons stepped down in April 2017, marking the end of an era. But her departure was far from a retreat. In 2020, Lyons launched her own beauty venture focused on reinventing fake lashes, inspired by her personal experience with lash growth issues. She also ventured into television with her HBO Max series, Stylish with Jenna Lyons, showcasing her impeccable style and entrepreneurial spirit. Currently, she's a star on Bravo's The Real Housewives of New York City.
As a true trailblazer in fashion, L&rsquo;OFFICIEL recaps some of Jenna Lyons' best style moments throughout the years as she shaped J.Crew and influenced thousands around the world.

Jenna Lyons in 2010. Getty Images.

Jenna Lyons in 2013. Getty Images.

Jenna Lyons in 2015. Getty Images.

Jenna Lyons in 2017.

Jenna Lyons in 2017. Getty Images.

Jenna Lyons in 2023. Getty Images.

Jenna Lyons in 2024. Getty Images.

Jenna Lyons at the CFDA Fashion Awards. Getty Images.

Jenna Lyons’ Best Style Moments Over the Years 

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Jenna Lyons’ Best Style Moments Over the Years

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