Is Katie Holmes Trying to Be the New Preppy Face of J. Crew?

Katie Holmes has been seen popping in and out of the New York offices and rumors are abounding that she may be trying to spark up a partnership with the brand.

Here's a bit of fashion gossip for your Friday: Looks like Katie Holmes is a J. Crew fan.

According to Women's Wear Daily, Tom Cruise's soon-to-be ex has been seen ducking into the all-American chain's Columbus Circle, New York location...four times in one week. Reasons? Unknown. (After all, she does have her own clothing line with stylist Jeanne Yang.)

However, the mag speculates that the actress may be pushing for a formal, paid relationship with the chain. If that's the case, it sounds like a reasonable partnership, especially when you examine Holmes' day-to-day style.

From the classic button-up shirt she wore for one of her daughter's gym classes, to the trench she threw on for a visit to Good Morning America, the girl loves her preppy, casual pieces.

J. Crew told the trade mag that it isn't working with Katie in any formal way, but don't be shocked if that changes.