Gap

This is kind of a weird review because it’s for Gap products but not actually about this store specifically.
This is about Gap’s maternity clothes. Back in the day when Gap had two stores on Princes St, there was actually a maternity section. Actually having said that there is a vague bell ringing in the back of my head which suggests that this store may actually carry maternity. I’d say I need to check that out but…
I discovered recently that Gap doesn’t size their maternity clothes in a normal way. Specifically, I think they size them to make women think that they’ve not gained weight. That’s all well in good if you fancy tricking yourself into thinking you’ve not changed a size, but it’s less good for those of us who genuinely haven’t, and buy their normal size on good faith that the clothes will actually fit. And they basically do, for the first 30 minutes, until they stretch out and you’re left hauling your trousers up every 10 steps because, despite your swelling stomach, your clothes are STILL too big.
It’s a shame because my cords are genuinely cute, when they’re yanked up to where they should sit.
So, although I kept the two pairs of trousers and one top I bought from here, I’m not entirely pleased with them. The trousers are baggy and the top is also too large. How about we all just deal with weight gain instead of having stores make up crazy enormous sizes that don’t fit?

I don’t normally shop at the gap. We received a Christmas present that I had to return for the wee one. With that said the childrens clothing is really cute! Yes, its also very expensive unless you are there during sale times, then the clothing is super cheap! I bought my wee girl some beautiful wool lined boots for 5 quid! Real leather, quality zip up boot! Amazing!
So I do recommend the gap, when the items are on sale. I don’t know about the Women’s clothing line nor the Men’s as I didn’t look at them but the Childrens clothing is fab.

Time to time I’ll concede to writing a review of a chain store. Edinburgh is chock full of independents and I love it for that. But sometimes a girls gotta get some staples — the vest tops, cardigans and pump shoes — that chains do well.
Oh, random tangent, does anyone remember the adverts from back in t’day, and there was one that had a song «fall into the Gap, fall into the Gap, fall into the Gap, fall, in, to, the, Gap!»? Just got stuck in my head, damn.
Anyway, after reading Emily V’s review I didn’t realise that there used to be two branches of Gap on Princes St. That seems just a tad extreme to me. So I can’t compare to the other one that closed.
As far as this one goes, it’s not the biggest Gap I’ve been into, as Emily V says as well, it is slightly squished. In fact, it’s a lot squished. Gap clothes are all about minimal, simplicity with a few nice wee twists on the original. The clothes benefit from room, space, and minimalism around. I admit to not being able to find the pjs section (I was after relaxi-​pants) and the actual underwear section is really just one stand by the tills. The Gap I can compare to, in Glasgow on Sauchiehall Street, had a whole floor space dedicated to nighttime and underwear. So — yes — it could do with more space.
But other than that, they do have most of the stock in, the staff can be patchy (some really genuine, some couldn’t care less) but I’ve always come out a satisfied customer. So, yep, definitely A-​Ok for me.

I’m ridiculously in love with the Gap!
Before visiting the Princes Street branch, I can’t remember the last time I was at a Gap store and it felt a little like coming home. With all the mindboggling trends on display at Topshop (and even my other love H&M) it’s a little comforting to see clothes that make a little bit more sense at gap.
I’ll say, as most people know, that the designs are extremely functional, and thankfully you can expect whatever you buy there to last more than one season, as it’s usually good quality. Personally I’m a huge fan of the basic skinny jeans, because unlike many other brands, they will go past my bum (which isn’t even that big!) However, because of aforementioned quality, add at least £10 to every item you might find in H&M!

I had a voucher to spend on my Boyfriend from here, and because he’s a lazy article, I was sent to get him something with it. I would be the better clothes pickerer anyway!
I honestly struggled for ages to find anything that might suit his 27 years of age. The checked shirts were reminiscent of lumberjack meets farm hand togs, the cardigans and jumpers were so thick they could withstand machine gun fire and the trousers? Beige chinos were never going to be his best look.
I ended up spending £10 of the £20 voucher on a beanie hat which was black and inoffensive, but way too expensive for what it actually was.
Much better for the older generation!

Although I am usually a fan of Gap clothing and style, I was somewhat disappointed with this shop. It looks big but it felt over crowded and yet at the same time not all that large.
The changing rooms are usually unmanned so it can be inconvenient if you have picked up the wrong size garment.
As far as the stock goes, I really do think the Brits get the bad end– a recent trip to the States revealed where all the cool Gap clothes went. Sure we Brits are not the most fashionable of the Europeans, but there are a lot of other alternative and cheaper places to get a hoodie from, we want the elegant Gap lines on this side of the pond too please!

I couldn’t agree with Stuart more — I forget about Gap these days.
Normally I hate logo tees and hoodies, but I sadly remember the days that me and my bright orange (I kid you not) Gap hoodie and I were inseparable! I would wear it out until it got smelly and I had to regretably wash it. Those were the days. No wonder I couldn’t get a boyfriend for so many years! The only benefit that hoodie had was it was practically luminous in the dark, along with being a damn good contraceptive. Maybe that’s why my mum was happy for me to buy such attire!
So the days of the Gap hoodie are, thankfully, passed. But one benefit they had to Gap was that it literally got its name out there — they were really popular back in the day. Now, Gap cater to what seems like quite a bland taste in clothing. They do some really nice floral dresses and their jeans will last you for years, but I often forget to stop by for a look so I always miss the good stuff. There are some hidden gems so it is worth a gander, but they’re that bit too expensive for me, and just not that appealing.
I appreciate their clothing is well made, but after the sweatshop scandal of a few years ago I can’t quite help but think Gap’s clean cut image is a bit too contrived. I don’t think they use sweatshops anymore but the preppy look as Gavin quite rightly pointed out is a bit too middle class for me. However, I do agree with him on the fact they make good jeans!

Gap are kinda like Stone Temple Pilots, they did some shit in the 90’s, we all bought it, but every time we see the name on the high street we’re surprised they’re still around.
There comes a point when we’ll look back with fondness at Gap and in 5 years time it probably will come back in fashion.
But it has to go away to come back!

think the star rating says it all — meh, I’ve experienced better.
Gap used to be one of THE places to shop, back in the day. Remember everyone used to have the hoody’s? What’s happened Gap? Their clothes have moved from fashionable tops to staple items. If I need a good quality white t-​shirt I’ll come here, no questions asked, and I’ll get good stuff! But I wouldn’t come here if I was looking for something to hit the town in.
Although they have changed their wardrobe, they have really good children’s stuff and good denim jeans and lovely denim dresses, but nothing absolutely ground-​breaking.

A fashion brand that’s been in the doldrums somewhat for the last decade, Gap’s preppy, plain look doesn’t seem to be flavour of the month in this country at the moment. It’s a shame, as the stuff is well made, and it’s one of the only stores where I can buy a pair of jeans that will actually fit me.
Not cool, but then again neither am I, so I’m definitely a fan.

It’s gone downhill hasn’t it? It used to be one of America’s great exports but now it’s just dull and stiff. The clothes are overpriced compared to equal quality garments elsewhere.
Being so US styled it no longer fits into trendy, indie, Scottish style now that Friends is no longer on air.
However, around winter time it does come back into its own with fairisle nonsense but still, the hefty price tag doesn’t compare the likes of ebay vintage wear.
I do stuff have a Gap puffer jacket I’ve owned for years so the quality isn’t under scrutiny. Whether it’s a nice coat or not is another matter — I’ve found it in the bin by my fashion-​conscious boyfriend more than once.

Memories!!! I worked in this Gap for awhile and was always amazed (silly American) that you could see a CASTLE from the men’s department upstairs. Crazy. Nice layout of the store however and the vaulted ceiling on the main floor creates a really dynamic space.