This Week on The Safari: J.McLaughlin

The Safari is a guided tour around the retail, brand and consumer landscape. Morty Singer and Kate Doerge interview the brightest and most innovative industry leaders who share how they are shaping and evolving the industry in the years to come.

Infusing a Classic Brand with Fresh Relevance: Kevin McLaughlin, Co-Founder and Creative Director & Mary Ellen Coyne, CEO of J.McLaughlin

Kevin McLaughlin is the creative force behind the impeccably designed clothing and accessories at J.McLaughlin. Since the late seventies when Kevin and his brother opened their first shop on 74th Street and Third Avenue in Manhattan, Kevin’s taste and design sense have guided the J.McLaughlin collections. Each season he introduces new pieces that clients regard as instant icons: an amusing new hand-embroidered detail on crisp cotton swim trunks or a fresh and sassy variation on a traditional Glen Plaid skirt.

Mary Ellen Coyne is the CEO of J.McLaughlin. Coyne joined J.McLaughlin in 2016 as the brand’s first female CEO and oversees all aspects of strategy and operations including merchandising, product development, marketing, retail expansion, and e-commerce. Under her leadership, J.McLaughlin has launched new product verticals including swim and footwear, enjoyed robust retail expansion, and launched a brand refresh.

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