Cheap(er) Chic: Vena Cava, Alexander Wang, and Albertus Swanepoel for Gap Khaki
After much anticipation on the part of both bargainistas and fashionistas, the limited edition Gap khaki collection went live today. In conjunction with the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, designs by 2008 winner Alexander Wang, runner-up Albertus Swanepoel, and finalists Lisa Mayock and Sophie Buhai of Vena Cava are now being offered for sale online and at Gap’s brick and mortar stores.
In the past Gap has been somewhat remiss in producing this sort of affordable collection by higher end designers, falling behind retailers like Target, Kohl’s, and JC Penney’s. Here’s to hoping that they keep it up - not only are all the items in the collection under $100, but the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund’s cash prizes and increased exposure helps emerging talent survive in a flailing economy.
I’ve posted some favorites below, and you can see the collection in its entirety here. I’m not necessarily a big khaki person, but I may spring for the Vena Cava Printed Dress - it’s light and summery with a more sophisticated neutral palette. What are your thoughts on the collection?
Vena Cava’s Printed Khaki Dress$88
Vena Cava’s Khaki Zip Dress
$88
Alexander Wang’s Khaki Double-Breasted Jacket
$88
Alexander Wang’s Khaki Pleated Shorts
$49.50
Albertus Swanepoel’s Khaki Bucket Hat
$39.50
