Trust, it may seem like a store to pass on, but there are definitely a few diamonds on Gap's shelves.
Gap's denim has always been a signature part of its product offerings, so if a store is going to slide selvedge into its roster, there's none better than the G, A, P. In terms of the outerwear, you can pretty much cop any kind of jacket-from an fishtail parka to a denim jacket-at price that's almost guaranteed to be under $150.įor selvedge denim, we understand that these aren't going to be a fresh pair of New Standards from “Ah-pey-say.” But for a brand of this size to stock selvedge denim is a major deal. If you're still wary, let us point you in the direction of Gap's outerwear, and-more impressively-its selvedge denim selection. In terms of stores that are guaranteed to be at your local mall, Gap sits pretty securely at the top. While you may decide to hit up Uniqlo or Everlane for your basics (and we'd understand), neither of those shops have the nationwide reach that Gap has. But that's not to say that the brand isn't able to provide key pieces at a solid price. We've talked at length about Gap, and the brand's waning sales. Transparency, middle-fashion quality, with a fast fashion price tag? We'd say that's a good deal.
But something like Everlane succeeds by keeping much of the excess-be it in product or in distribution-out of the equation. If anything, while fast fashion brands have a notorious reputation for their lackluster quality, they're also producing everything from belts to outerwear, which makes them an excellent choice when you need something that looks good in a pinch. All said, it's not as if you're putting money down on a T-shirt handmade in Portugal like you'd see for a brand with luxury connotations, but it's definitely more luxurious than something you'd buy at Zara-while maintaining the same price point. Not everything is made in America, but Everlane is wide open about the factories where their clothes come from-be it in L.A. Yes, they're coming with great quality clothing and a transparent production model, but still set prices that seem like they were set by a fast fashion chain. The gear is undoubtedly clean, and whether you're into Polo shirts, or you actually play Polo, there's always time to browse the shelves at Polo Ralph Lauren.Įverlane is great by their business model alone.
It's simple enough to incorporate a little logo flourish into your wardrobe, and comes with the luxury connotations that you'd look for in a brand as big and prestigious as Ralph Lauren. Sure, it's easy to drop a grip in the Polo store ( we've all been there), but it's also a relatively low bar of entry if you're trying to rock the RL pony on your chest. It's not just that there's a formal nickname for Polo disciples (aka 'Lo Heads), it's that Polo combines the luxury that Ralph has embedded into every single brand that bears his name, with a price point that isn't too prohibitive. While Ralph does have an extensive list of truly pricey sub-brands ( looking at you Purple Label), there's no denying the charm, simplicity, and accessibility of Polo. You'd have to be in order to host such an expansive international fashion empire. Yes, Ralph Lauren is the true American fashion gawd.
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