[1] The company is best known for its classic wool and rayon yarn knits, Chanel inspired jackets, and extensive use of primary colors.

In 1990, Escada, formed by another husband and wife team Margaretha and Wolfgang Ley, purchased an 80% stake in St John Knits for $45 million.

[3] St John continued to manage the creative direction of the company while Gray served as CEO and chairman of the board.

John Knits' carved a lasting place for itself in the business world by selling to large, established retailers such as Jacobson's and Lord & Taylor, cultivating a relationship that would propel its growth for decades.

Underpinning its respected standing among retailers were the company's distinctive lines of clothing, which began to attract a devout clientele drawn to Marie St. John's classically conservative fashion style.

Headquartered in Irvine, California, the brand has its collections and styles sold in specialty stores in 29 countries and 27 company-owned retail boutiques in the United States.

[12] In 2022, as part of Lanvin Group, St John became a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange via a SPAC merger.

[15] Her work was seen on stars including Gigi Hadid, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, Alicia Keys, and Sarah Jessica Parker.