Venturing into GAP

I remember when I used to venture into the King's Road GAP on a regular basis. A few years ago they had great little cropped blazers, pretty tops and the odd shirtdress that I loved so much I bought on sight.

I still like the simple separates - and the jeans are great - but I just haven't visited with the same regularity. I am not sure why.

Emirates Woman invited me to come back into the store and pick up some items from GAP's Spring/Summer collection as part of a global styld.by campaign. GAP realise that people don't wear their brand head to toe so want to see how items are incorporated into an existing wardrobe. I quite like that concept - it's realistic.

Of course, me being me, I gravitated towards safe and simple neutrals. And I found some really nice pieces.

The first outfit is pictured below....this was taken VERY early on a hot Sunday so I couldn't quite manage a smile. Clearly.

Can you spot my REISS shirt and Topshop blazer? :) The skirt and bag are of course from GAP. The skirt is very neutral in colour - a beige/gold mix - and very easy to mix with lots of different things. I have since worn it with a white tee and sparkly sandals for a very paired down look.

Skirt: GAP - can't find this exact copy online but the neon versions are up if you are a bit more adventurous :) Link!
Shirt: Reiss - Link! in the sale
Blazer: Topshop - Link! sold out online but in stores (probably) :)
Bag: GAP - Link!
Belt: old Hollister or GAP...not sure.
Shoes: not pictured but old Sam Edelman's
Mardy face: Model's own

See more looks of the day on the GAP OOTD site - http://www.styld-by.com/

I will post a couple of other outfits in the next couple of weeks but out of everything I saw in store my absolute favourite was a good ole stripey knit.

Not sure what's going on with my hands...

It's instantly wearable, comfortable and I think it looks pretty nice too :)

The knit has a nice chunky finish and I like the collegiate style. It's exactly the kind of thing that personifies the brand - great quality, affordable and very easy to incorporate into your lifestyle.

Sweater: GAP - Link!
Shorts: ASOS - Link!
Sunglasses: matte grey Ray Ban Wayfarers stolen from other half! - Link!

What are your experiences of GAP?

PS. We have all moved in.

It was slightly traumatic but the process of trying to unpack is nearly complete. I absolutely love our new place though - mainly because of the fact that it has a garden and outdoor space is such a luxury.

Needless to say, Roger is very happy :)

See you soon...probably with a perfume review!