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Gap Spring 2012

fashionologie — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 14:21:42 PDT

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Patrick Robinson Let Go From Gap

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 05 May 2011 07:11:16 PDT

>> News just broke that Patrick Robinson has been let go as executive vice president of Gap Global Design for Adult and Body. "After spending the last three months in New York with the creative team, I’ve made the decision to make a change within our Gap Adult design team,” said Pam Wallack, head of the Gap Global Creative Center. Robinson joined Gap in 2007 hoping to revive the brand, but his efforts did not make the mark as North America sales reports indicated negative sales results and inconsistent compared to its international operations. The brand is currently looking for a replacement, but in the interim, Jennifer Giangualano, senior vice president of Gap Kids and Baby Design, will help oversee the adult design team. [WWD]

Sweatshirts and Stripes

Chi Diem Chau — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 12:51:41 PDT

>> Bold stripes are a big thing for Spring thanks to Prada. We like Andy Torres from Style Scrapbook's interpretation of the trend - a beige and black calf-length maxi and slouchy sweatshirt combo, jazzed up with a tan belt, cat-eye sunnies, and boots. Get a similar casual-meets-cunning ensemble with our picks from Acne, Gap, Alexander Wang, and Michael Kors.

Left to right: Gap Sweatshirt ($40), Johnston & Murphy Belt ($58), West Avenue Jewelry Name Plate Necklace ($125), Sparkle & Fade Striped Knee-Length Skirt ($49), The Row Cat-Eye Sunglasses ($442), Michael Kors Watch ($250), Acne Pistol Short Boot in Black ($560), Alexander Wang Marti Leather Backpack ($850)

Photo courtesy of the lookbook.nu

Gap Bets on Leather for Fall 2011 Collection

fashionologie — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 07:35:51 PDT

>> Fresh off the news that Gap is going for a younger, more diverse audience, Patrick Robinson previewed the retailer's Fall 2011 offering yesterday - for the nondenim side of the business, anyway (a separate presentation is expected later to highlight the denim component, which Gap is pushing). Two new pants silhouettes were introduced, the cropped and slim fit, and cropped and flared; more emphasis was placed on knits and sweaters; and the brand is dialing back the layering for Fall, instead focusing on texture. There's also more leather than usual. “We felt strong about leather as a trend," Robinson explained. "You can dress it up or dress it down. Leather is becoming your new jean."

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Gap Closing 200 of Its 900 Stores, Focusing on Younger Customers

fashionologie — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 12:09:58 PDT

>> For the first time since 2003, Gap swung positive in year-over-year sales last year. But, Gap Inc. CEO Glenn Murphy says, "We’re still not happy. There isn’t a day that goes by that we don’t turn over a rock and find opportunity.”

Gap is closing 200 of its 900 worldwide stores by 2013, and will focus more on modernizing its look. Murphy cited “a huge opportunity . . . to fill in with trend-right product and chase products that make sense to us . . . and focus on new category development.” Adds Gap's head of global PR, Anita Borzyszkowska: "We focused on the denim collection 18 months ago: improving the fabric, fit and details [at a reasonable price]. Gap is most successful when it finds its place within the season's trends. The flare and the wide-leg pants are good examples. They are the sort of pieces that could appeal regardless of how closely you follow trends."

The company is shifting marketing dollars to win over new customers, particularly younger ones, as well as African-, Asian- and Hispanic-Americans, since Murphy finds the company's market share in all of those categories too low. In the past, he says, “we didn’t put enough money into acquiring new customers.”

Growth for Gap is primarily expected to come through global expansion, online, and outlets - in fact, the company sees international and online transactions representing 30 percent of its total revenue by 2013, up from 22 percent in 2010.

Vibrant Prepster

Chi Diem Chau — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 12:23:37 PST

>> Paris Fashion Week street style took a colorful turn over the weekend, adding a vibrant pop to the neutral hues we saw last week. This unorthodox take on a preppy look features pink shorts, orange platform sandals, and a yellow bag tempered by a classic white button-up and black ribbed sweater. We love perfectly clashed colors, and if you do too, shop our similar picks from J.Crew, Gap, Lou, and Kate Spade.

Left to right: Lou Crewneck Sweater ($325), J.Crew Pink Shorts ($43), Gap Perfect Shirt ($50), Max Studio Tortoise Sunglasses ($90), Kenneth Cole New York Green Bangle ($30), Seychelles Gypsy Sandal ($55, originally $95), Kate Spade Essex Scout Bag ($295), Deborah Lippmann Nail Polish ($16)

Photo courtesy of Greg Kessler

37 of Our Favorite Oscar Dresses of All Time

fashionologie — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 13:35:30 PST

>> It comes but once a year - Sunday we get our Oscars red carpet fix. Will any of host Anne Hathaway's wardrobe changes hit the sweet spot? Will Natalie Portman nail it, pregnancy and all? Lauren Bacall, who was four months pregnant when she attended the Oscars back in 1952, did, coincidentally wearing a Christian Dior dress (Portman is a current Dior face). We gathered our favorite Oscar looks over the decades - including one pantsuit - to get you ready. And here's to hoping that come Sunday, we'll have at least one more dress to add to this list.

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Hyoni Kang's Getting Shaggy With It

Chi Diem Chau — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 12:27:10 PST

>>> Hyoni Kang was snapped outside of Milk Studios yesterday working a standout shaggy coat, cropped acid wash denim jacket, polka-dot blouse, denim skinnies, and lace-up boots. We love her cozy cool look and if you feel the same, nab our similar picks from 3.1 Phillip Lim, Acne, Diesel, and Miu Miu now!

Left to right: Diesel Denim Jacket ($139), 3.1 Phillip Lim Shag coat ($895), Ann Taylor Skinny Belt ($38), Miu Miu Polka-dot silk crepe de Chine blouse ($595), Acne Wet Black Wash Jeans ($225), Jeffrey Campbell Lace-Up Wedge ($174), Gap Tote Bag ($50)

Photo courtesy of Greg Kessler

Spring 2011 - The Return of the Wide-Leg Trouser

Chi Diem Chau — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 12:40:05 PST

>> Designers, like Dries Van Noten, Monique Lhuillier, Celine, and Derek Lam, have reverted back to the wide-leg pant for Spring, and there's no need to wait until warmer weather to try out the trend. A crisp cotton version is ideal for a casual day at work, while silkier options add panache for a night out in the town. Shop our fantastic finds from Adam, Gap, Vince, and Marc Jacobs to get the look now.

ASOS Tailored Ponti High Waisted Slim Flare Pants - Sold Out	Yves Saint Laurent High-waisted wide-leg crepe pants - Sold Out
Perfect khaki pants - Sold Out	Rust Silky Wide Leg Trousers - Sold Out
Alice + Olivia Erica Wide-Leg Pants - Sold Out	Adam Ava wide-leg wool pants - Sold Out
ASOS Tailored Flannel Wide Leg Pant - Sold Out	The Christie Fit Flare Pant - Sold Out
Adam Ava wide-leg wool pants - Sold Out	BY MALENE BIRGER Black Shiny Wide Leg Pants Hallen - Sold Out
Nicola Clean Bootcut Trousers - Sold Out	Fit-And-Flare Trouser - Sold Out
Marc Jacobs High-Waist Wide-Leg Pants - Sold Out	Juicy Couture Wide Leg Linen Pants - Sold Out
Olive Wide Leg Trouser - Sold Out	See by Chloé Wide-leg cotton-blend pants - Sold Out
Oasis Flared Pants - Sold Out	Sparkle & Fade Herringbone Pant - Sold Out
Perfect trouser pants (navy pinstripe) - Sold Out	ASOS Gold Button Detail Wide Leg Pant - Sold Out

Pre-Fall's Layering Obsession - How to Wear It Now

Chi Diem Chau — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 14:06:10 PST

>> Chloe's Pre-Fall 2011 offering was overflowing with chic layered looks. The collection may be months away from hitting stores, but we can't help getting a jump start on Hannah MacGibbon's smooth styling techniques. Evoke the same layered '70s chic vibe with picks from J Brand, Gap, Kova & T, and of course, Chloe, right now.

Left to right: Chloe Pre-Fall 2011 look, Chloe Billie Bag ($1,560), Kova & T Chambray Shirt ($68, originally $225), Gap Deep V-Neck Sweater ($40, originally $50), Chloe Leather Boots ($425, originally $850), J Brand Trouser Jeans ($180)