FALLFIX = 40% off at Banana Republic + GAP. 30% off at O.N.
Been awhile since GAP inc. ran a tri-platform code. The usual exclusions are alive and well with this FALLFIX discount, so it’s a no go for suit jackets or blazers. Damn.
Update: Well, it looks like it works on full priced blazers. Strange. That seems like a glitch. Or, they just didn’t change the fine print on this code for this run.
But the good news is, 40% off is a very nice number for B.R. and GAP (usually when they do these all-Gap-brands sales, they limit it to 30% off). As always, you can combine items from all three stores to get free shipping at $50. And that free shipping kicks in BEFORE you apply the code. So if your purchase was just over $50, you apply the code and it drops under? You still get the free shipping.
All of the picks below are fall appropriate, even if they’re hanging out in the sale section because they’re from the summer collection. The code FALLFIX expires today, 8/19/13.
B.R. Owen Oxford – $84.00
($140)
Well worth it at $84. Got a pair in blue last year and they’re holding up extremely well. Almost twice as much as the suede lace-ups JCP sells, but the construction and comfort on these is noticeably better. Plus, you don’t have to deal with a neon sole. Also available in a hugely versatile grey as well as a darker olive. More on these over here. Ships free. Well reviewed online.
B.R. Phillip Suede Chukka – $94.80
($158)
“Phillip” is apparently BananaRepublicanese for “Chukka Owen”. Might want to consider Clarks. No grey shade available on these, sadly, but there is a brown and olive.
B.R. Olive Suede Belt – $35.70
($59.50)
Not a bad way to mix it up around your waist once fall rolls around. Don’t worry about matching it to olive suede shoes. Suede with suede can look a little too “matchy-matchy“. Just wear it with whatever. Ships free.
Aiden Slim Fit Chino – $35.60 ($59.50)
Anyone catch these in store? They’re a new arrival/design, and we haven’t gotten our mitts on them yet. Lots of colors, reasonably priced, and that burnt orange looks especially appealing for the cooler temps. Some reviewers are complaining about a large logo tag being sewn to the back? Doesn’t appear that way online, but that’s probably a new addition. Got a pair on the way for an in person.
Slim-Fit Bold Plaid Oxford – $41.70
($69.50)
The really slim guys won’t find the slim-fit of BR to be all that slim. Might want to try sizing down. Big fan of the big and bold pattern on this one, and the construction of BR’s shirts are worth the extra cost for some of us. The collars on the button downs are nice and substantial, and the plackets/cuffs/seams are well put together. Layer it with a chino sportcoat, and jeans.
B.R. Soft Wash Slim Fit Twill Shirt in White – $17.99 ($59.50)
Speaking of these shirts… the solid white is on sale in the twill fabric, and now cheap enough that you could feel fine about spending the extra cash on getting it dialed in by your tailor. Or, just use it for layering and you should be set. Sizes M, L, and XL available at post time.
B.R. Quilted Vest w/ Baseball style collar – $78.00 ($130)
Nice lookin’ vest. Might want to go with the J. Crew Factory version though the next time they have an extra 30% or 40% off sale code.
B.R. Silk Cotton Cashmere Crew – $26.99 ($69.50)
A really good basic for fall. Cut from their super-smooth, thin-but-strong, mainly silk blend, this is the crew neck version of the v-necks many of us swear by. A little more casual with the crew, but you’ll find yourself throwing it over a t-shirt a lot between September and April. Already on sale so now extra cheap. Only sizes M and L available at post time.
Heritage Madras Linen Blazer – $169.99 ($325)
The code doesn’t work on blazers, so no extra discount here, but it’s heavily marked down and lurking in the sale section. $170 is still steep for a BR blazer, but this one excels in one area where most don’t: It’s only partially lined. Yep there’s no beastly poly lining on this thing, so your back can breathe. And the fabric is awfully nice. Even though it’s all linen, this could be a year round blazer. Like a darker, quieter, washed version of the LEC Madras blazer from last year. Sizes 40 and up available at post time.
B.R. Preston Suede Penny Loafer in Olive – $49.79 ($118)
Just a basic suede penny-strap driver… for under $50. Ships free too. Huzzah.
Holden Single Monk – $81.25 ($140)
Entry level single monks that you can afford to beat up a bit. Also available in black. The new double monk strap from BR is excluded from the code since it’s currently labeled as a “BR Pick”…
GAP 60% Cotton / 40% Nylon Navy Double Button Trench – $70.80
($118)
Hooolllllld on a second. We might have a real winner here. The 60% cotton 40% nylon blend is something that Banana Republic has used in their trenches in the past with great success. It gives the cloth some structure, and it also makes it water resistant. No epaulets on this one, but it does have the traditional buttons at the cuffs. Perfect looking length. Not available in stores. Just online. Ships free.
GAP Straight Fit Lived in Khakis – $23.99 – $39.97 ($59.95)
Perfect for those of us with more meat on our legs, and don’t like the tube-sock feel some slim fit tapered pants can deliver. The brighter colors are already on sale, and the more subdued stuff clocks in at just under $40 with the code.
GAP Colorblock Merino Crewneck Sweaters – $32.97 ($54.50)
First featured over in the Fall Temptation post. Another way to step it up when you’re not punched in at work. Relaxed but not sleepy. Skip the hoodie and wear this. 100% Merino wool, but don’t expect it to be the thickest thing.
GAP Striped Web Belt – $11.97
($19.99)
A winterized scout-buckle version of the web belts of summer. Big fan of that navy and green striped version. Good for tipping a free shipping balance if you’re short of the $50 threshold.
1969 Slim Fit denim washed fine-wale pant – $35.70 ($59.50)
Okay tapered leg fans. You’re up. GAP’s newest 5-pocket pant in some saturated but washed autumn ready colors. Could be a major winner, especially in that “cool lake blue” on the left.
GAP Modern Oxford Shirt – $29.97 ($49.95)
Even though they cost a bit more, some guys prefer these over the OCBDs from UNIQLO or jcp. Tons of colors/patterns to choose from.
GAP 1969 5-Pocket Cord in Straight Fit – $35.97 ($59.50)
A wider wale than the slim-fit 1969 option up above. 8 color options available.
Old Navy Sneakers – $17.46 ($24.94) | Desert Boots – $27.96 ($39.94)
Old Navy does desert boots? The one review is surprisingly positive. Liking the contrast between the sole, upper, and laces on those sneakers. Under $30 for a desert boot, and under $20 for a plimsoll = temper those expectations.
The 40% off Banana Republic & Gap, and 30% off Old Navy code FALLFIX ends today, 8/19/13.
*Love* the Aidens. They used to be called “slim chino”. They’re nice and tapered, and the fabric is soft and smooth (but not too smooth).
Just did a checkout test, I got the code to work on the regularly priced tailored gray cotton blazer.
Can you compare them to either the Slim Lived-In Khakis or the 1969 Slim Canvas pants?
I’m pissed, I missed the 50% of Sale items from last week because it randomly ended on Satuday instead of Sunday. Two items I really wanted are now no longer available. Grr.
For what it’s worth, I think the Modern Oxfords are very, very mediocre material in comparison to the JCP oxfords, and almost twice the price. I caught a sale at JCP last weekend and got 3 of them for about $18 a piece, that’s a hell of a steal and the material is, in my opinion, far thicker and sturdier.
Do these oxfords have pleats on the back? if so, the center pleat or two side pleats?
I have both versions and I think the Modern Oxford is a slimmer fit than the current JCP OCBD’s. I’ll agree, not as thick of a material, but not as thin as the first batch of JCP’s from the start of the Wooster era.
I think both have center pleats if I recall correctly, trying to remember the last time I ironed…
Careful with the Aiden pants – I poked through a couple reviews and noticed two that mentioned the big stitched-on label affixed to the backside of these pants. The website pictures do not show the label, which is apparently a mistake (one user noted this and was quite upset about it).
The fit of the MO wasn’t right for me at all, where as the fit of JCP’s is very good for me personally so that obviously colors my opinion.
I strongly disagree with your assessment. When the first round of the JCP OCBDs were released, I ran to the store and picked one up. As I was walking the mall, I strolled into the GAP and happened upon the Modern Oxfords. A quick comparison had me running straight back to JCP and returning the shirt I just bought. The material feels better, more sturdy, and the construction is superior. The fit is also slightly more slim on the GAP ones.
I was able to wait for a GAP sale and buy Medium Talls which I had determined would give me the proper fit. Had I gone with the JCP one, I would’ve been buying inferior material, construction and, for me, worse fit.
If JCP could use the mateial of the current Oxfords (as well as the more substantial collar) with the tailoring of the originals from last year, they would be perfect IMO.
Mentioned the same in the post above. So is it at hip level like where the Levi’s label is?
The Emerson’s have the tag too. Sewn in above the far right edge of the back right pocket. Similar to where Dockers put there anchor logo on their pants.
Hm. Damn. Well, ordered a pair for in person. So, we’ll see. Thanks for the heads up on that dackman.
would you by chance know how they compare to BR’s “emerson” chino?
the modern oxford was definitely too roomy for me- the uniqlo slim oxfords are back in stock and those fit me perfectly!
Nope, but I presume they are more tapered at the knee.
Negative.
IMO, butt tags don’t bother me much. As much as I might enjoy the thought of people often looking at my rear, I doubt it happens very often. Out of sight, out of mind.
Seems to work on all the regular-priced blazers. Could be awesome if anyone needs one.
I’ve got the Kentfields on the way, hoping that isn’t the case with these as well.
I picked up a pair of Aiden’s a few weeks ago and just removed the tag after I noticed it. The color under the tag was the same as the rest of the pants so you can’t tell the tag was there after removing it, though there’s a slight impression (or holes) from the machine stitching.
I’ve actually gotten a ton of compliments on my suede JCP/Stafford oxfords – grey with a very blue sole. Random people come up to me on the street and ask where I got them. It’s actually really unusual for me, because I’ve never been particularly bold or ostentatious, but I’ve been slowly adding some pieces that really pop. I’ve been wearing them more or less daily at work since my brown oxfords have developed some leaks in the soles… not sure if I should save the magic a little bit.
Got two of those BR white twill shirts. I need to take this damn site off my favorites bar lol, it’s too good.
This is what I was planning on doing. I’d imagine after you run them through the washer and dryer the impression will be gone.
Went for two BR white shirts and the GAP trench coat. Got an additional discount on the trench because it was my first purchase online from GAP. For the price I feel like I couldn’t pass it up, we’ll see how it works out.
How did you get the additional discount to work? Was is a GAP or BR card purchase? It’s my first online GAP purchase, but I’m not getting anything additional.
So I grabbed the BR shirts first, signed up for an account, proceeded to get two emails from both BR and GAP giving me a 25% discount for signing up. Used the code in my email for the GAP trench, then added the FALLFIX code afterwards. If I recall it only gave me 15% off the original price, which I’m sure had to do with the 40% off from FALLFIX, so 55% off in total. Did not use a GAP/BR card. Hope this helps!
The Emerson chino is slim while the Aidens are very tapered, almost like skinny pants. I am 5’10 and 148 lbs and the Aidens are too tight for me. I feel as though it’s made for VERY SLIM, young people because it just looks skinny on a grown man, imo.
If you sign up for their email newsletter, they’ll send a unique code for 25% off that stacks with FALLFIX. You have to subscribe to separate newsletters for each store. The BR newsletter code won’t work at Gap and vice versa.
thanks! looks like the emerson is the one for me then
Very nice, thanks for the tip to both of you!
Interesting, obviously YMMV. To clarify, the oxfords I’m referring too are the ones out right now, so obviously there was a difference. Also, FWIW, I bought a modern oxford right after they came out, perhaps they have improved them as JCP improved theirs. In any case, price was also a factor as well, the JCP oxfords clock in at around $16-$18, an insane deal if you ask me.
Updated above. Crazy. Didn’t work on the sale blazer mentioned in the post (but, it was on sale and it’s a “heritage” item.) Wonder whats going on this this one.
this stacks with the 25% off from the signup for their mailing list
I picked up the Heritage Madras Blazer and it’s getting a lot of compliments. I’m usually a 38S in BR blazers and this fit perfectly, which is good because the functional buttons would be a pain to tailor.
Partial lining is a plus too – even though I like the colors for Fall, it’s comfortable in warmer weather. Only thing I don’t like is the armholes are pretty low for a jacket with a slimmer fit, but for this $ it’s a steal.
does not work anymore to stack =[ i just tried. it says promotions conflict and it applied the best option with highest discount only
seems like it has changed from 40% to 30% I just placed an order. Also can not stack with the email sign up code =[
I was looking at the “Thank you Reader-Appreciation Week Post’ –
And I’ve got to ask – these five amazing companies dove in without a moment’s notice because the Dappered readers community is without a doubt among the most valuable purchase-powered-populous around…
We should start a lobby.
oh – and how can we as readers convince these (and more) companies to host even more events like this –
Legit – i’m not even bitter I didn’t win, it’s just cool that a college kid somewhere out there has a chance to win items you’d save your entire life for – and i’d love to see it happen more often!
Old Navy’s version of the Lived-In khakis are excellent and for $25 a pair even when not on sale, they’re a great deal. I just snagged a few pairs because I needed to downsize after a lot of exercise this summer, and a few henleys as well.
I don’t have a trench coat. They always seemed out of reach price wise. What do you guys think? True to size? Worth it? I don’t know much about trenches except I have a crazy friend who got the Burberry trench which looks good but not ndthe CRAZY price tag. (and he got the more expensive option made in london vs turkey)
Hmm, I love my emerson chino’s. A bit intrigued by the aiden since I am also on the more slim side. On a side note, the BR stores currently have 40% off Wednesday coupons again. Just got a set for the whole month yesterday.