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Banana Republic, GAP, Old Navy – 30% Off Friends & Family

August 23, 2011 By Joe | Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. Also, we take your privacy rights seriously. Head here to learn more.

Take 30% Off GAP Inc. Online with code THANKS

Works on BananaRepublic.com Gap.com and oldnavy.com  Expires Wed. 8/24/11

Gather ’round fells.  Allow Grandpa Joe to regale you with a thoroughly riveting story of retail:

Once upon a time, a Friends and Family sale was at least somewhat exclusive.  Those days are now over.
The End.

Some brands still attempt to keep a Friends and Family Sale quiet, and only let their mailing list know when it’s going to happen, but brands like GAP inc. just throw the code up on their websites.  You do have to wonder how many people don’t notice and end up overpaying at checkout.

The code THANKS gets you 30% off almost everything online through Banana Republic, GAP, and Old Navy.  It’s online only, but the good news is you can mix and match items in your shopping cart to get to the $50 free shipping threshold.  Returns in-store are free.  Here’s three picks from each of the three GAP inc brands:
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Banana Republic Classic Belted Trench – $138.60 ($225)
Looks just fine without the belt.

As good as it gets right now.  Finally saw it in store, and it’s a carbon copy of last year’s fantastic trench in silhouette and detail layout.  The only issue, which some might have a problem with, is that it’s 100% polyester.  Last year’s was a perfect cotton/nylon blend.  The poly will keep the rain off, it doesn’t feel stiff, and it moves incredibly well.  This is a great coat but know there’s just a very, VERY small hint of poly shine to it.

 

Banana Republic Rogue Wingtip – $78.40 ($140)
Sizes are going real fast.

It’s your choice of shoes between sneakers and dress shoes that can make a huge difference.  Yes these have a rubber sole and yes $140 is asking way too much.  But… already marked down, with the extra 30% off, AND they ship free?  That’ll work.  Sizes are getting real short.

 

Straight Fit 5-pocket pant – $41.65 ($69.50)
Back in stock and hugely versatile.

For the guys who love their jeans but just can’t bring themselves to love chinos.  Somewhere in-between those two.  Can absolutely be worn with a blazer, button up shirt, and knit tie.  Also available in subtle pinstripes which will look really good once it cools down.

 

GAP Nylon Jacket – $55.97 ($79.95)
Who sneezed on the mirror? (on the right)

Slim through the sides with just enough utility jacket styling.  A nice hybrid that’s made of thicker, better feeling/wearing material than a flimsy windbreaker.  The angled pockets aren’t a drawback and there are snaps at the cuffs.

 

GAP Contrast Collar Polo – $24.47 ($34.95)
More brooding colors from GAP

There were a lot more color options in-store (red, the black you see here, etc…) but online all they’ve got is grey.  Still, it’s a nice fitting polo and the collar and placket are reinforced with some extra material.  Rubberized buttons, and a drop that’s a little longer but not too long.

 

GAP Lightweight V-Neck – $27.97 ($39.95)
Not thick in the least.

As stated during a previous GAP sale… this won’t ward off frostbite.  But if you’re lean, you like to layer, and you abhor the bulk that usually comes with all cotton sweaters, here’s your thin as can be option.

 

Old Navy Oxford Button Down Shirt – $20.96 ($29.94)
Available in white as well.

Credit to Old Navy.  They seem to be trying to slim down their sizes.  It’s by no means a slim fit, but if worn under a slim sweater or well tailored blazer, the sides on these aren’t so bad that you couldn’t get away without tailoring.  The oxford cloth is far from thick, but it’s thicker than a poplin.  Not bad for $20.

 

Any Old Navy polo, but sized down one size – About $10
Size down for a good fit.

You can tell they’re winding down their summer gear.  The fitting room shot is almost certainly their jersey striped polos which are all but sold out online.  If you can find one you like in a size down from what you normally wear, they’re a decent way to get over a shipping threshold.

 

Old Navy Cotton V-Neck Sweater – $17.50 ($29.94)
A step in the right direction for sure.

Again, give em’ credit.  Their silhouettes are starting to get slightly more trim.  It’s a 100% cotton sweater that’s not overly thick and could be layered easily.  But it’s nowhere near as durable feeling as say, a Banana Republic silk blend.  If you’re on a serious budget, these are a better than average buy.

The Banana Republic, GAP, Old Navy Friends and Family online 30% off sale code THANKS expires 8/24/11

Filed Under: Clothing, Shoes Tagged With: Banana Republic, friends and family, Gap, jacket, Old Navy, outerwear, Oxford, Polo, Suede, trench, trench coat, V Neck, wingtip

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Comments

  1. J. Nathaniel says

    August 23, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Regrettably there do seem to be some exclusions: Old Navy Denim and anything from BR’s Mad Men Collection being two… other than that great deal! 

  2. Matt says

    August 23, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    Which do you recommend between the BR and ON v-necks? Do they have equal profiles through the sides?

  3. CK says

    August 23, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Hey Joe what size are you wearing for the GAP nylon jacket and the Gap Lightweight V Neck? I haven’t worn/purchased GAP clothes in a very long time

  4. Joe says

    August 23, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    Banana Republic in a walk.  BRs aren’t bulky by any means, but aren’t super trim either.  It’s the fabric which is trim but really strong that’s the best about those.

  5. Joe says

    August 23, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    Medium per the usual: https://dappered.com/2011/07/joes-measurements/

  6. Jackson says

    August 23, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Jacket looks absolutely terrible on that miserable waif of a model on the GAP site.  Never would have looked twice at it had you not donned it with such aplomb and verve (even with the snot). 

  7. Jackson says

    August 23, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Jacket looks absolutely terrible on that miserable waif of a model on the GAP site.  Never would have looked twice at it had you not donned it with such aplomb and verve (even with the snot). 

  8. M5 says

    August 23, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    the selvedge stripe scarf @ banana looks cool

  9. Kris says

    August 23, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    Which is slimmer fitting between the Gap and Old Navy V-neck sweaters?

  10. Cannon says

    August 23, 2011 at 11:30 PM

    There is a slim fit 5-pocket chino on sale for 24.99 from BR that seems great, but they have very few sizes left.

  11. Don says

    August 23, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    Thank you so much for frequently updating this site.  It has become part of my daily lunch break surfing routine and my sense of style thanks you for it.  It amazes me how you get so many try-on pictures.  Kudos.

  12. ejay says

    August 24, 2011 at 1:25 AM

    Just FYI: The medium looks fine on Joe here but I got the small online a week ago (I always wear a small at GAP/BR) or so and it was so tight, I couldn’t even raise my arms up in front of me!  The medium was a bit better but still had some problems with the tightness around the armholes and then found out that in-store they wouldn’t honor the discounted price I had gotten online (this after they processed my return), so ended up empty-handed… otherwise I liked the look of the jacket.  Hey, it’s my first post here!  Whoo hoo!  Enjoy the site very much Joe.

  13. Mo says

    August 24, 2011 at 1:31 AM

    Just picked up a couple of the Old Navy V-necks. Been looking for them in Merino, but nice price with free ship makes this to good to pas up. Thanks Joe!

  14. Jacob says

    August 24, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    Joe, what color is that GAP nylon jacket you tried on? The one on the website looks considerably lighter (petrol grey), but I really like the darker color of the one you got. 

  15. Joe says

    August 24, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    I think it only comes in one color.  So, it might be a touch lighter in person than in the fitting room pics (shadows) but it’s not as light as the gap.com pics.

  16. Joe says

    August 24, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    By the way, thanks to ejay, Don, and Mo for the compliments on the site.  We all have a good time putting it together.  Glad you guys enjoy it.

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