GAP Body your body.

When I moved to NYC from Allentown, PA almost 15 years ago I came with wide eyes, naivety, a low paying job and a closet full of clothing primarily from The GAP. There are a few reasons for this:

I worked at the GAP during winter and summer breaks all through college at The Lehigh Valley Mall and got a nice discount  

There weren't many other shopping options at The Lehigh Valley Mall at that time.

To me, it was the sh*t ,and it was what I could afford. ( remember the low paying job) 

I remember that time so clearly. I knew nothing, had no idea what was in store for me and my first "goal" was to be able to afford to shop at Banana Republic for work clothes. Obviously, living in NYC has broadened my fashion awareness, exposed me to many different high end designers and has broken my bank as a result. But to this day....I still and probably always will remain very loyal to The GAP and continue to shop there frequently. 

I love an essential long-sleeve crew t, their classic 1969 denim shirt, only sleep in their super comfy cotton roll up pajama pants, have almost EVERY color of the favorite wireless bra ( ladies if you don't own one, you should ) and over the past couple years I have grown to love and purchase many of their GAP Fit pieces....and is what this post is about. 

Anyone who knows me knows that iCARA, probably too much, about what I wear. If I see something I like I hunt it down until I find it at the best price possible. I am all about high and low shopping/dressing and pride myself on finding a good deal. I do this with pretty much everything I purchase and wear. From designer shoes, to underwear, outerwear, handbags and my fitness fashion. Because I work out so frequently I am all about a good deal on workout clothing. If it's cute, functional and good quality I don't care who makes it....I'm sold. 

Don't get me wrong, I love lulu lemon as much as the next girl but it's really not always necessary to spend $90.00 for a pair of yoga pants. Also, their items are infrequently on sale and when they are....they are final sale. So no changing your mind, which is something I also do frequently. 

Because of the quality, selection, price and MANY a discount code I now have many pieces of GAP fit in my fitness wardrobe and thought I would share two of my favorite items with you, as I feel they are must haves. 

GapFit Motion graphic long-sleeve T  $30.00- $44.95

Now that spring is here, or supposed to be anyway, this is my favorite shirt to run in. I have it in about 5 different colors. Made of 53% Nylon, 42% Polyester, and 13% Spandex. It gives the perfect balance of warmth and wicking, which pulls moisture away from skin to keep you dry. There are also strategically placed ergonomic mesh panels that ventilate sweat-prone areas and visually map a slimmer waistline. Perfect for just about any workout, especially running outdoors with it's long sleeves and thumb openings. 

GapFit gFast leggings  $29.99- $59.99

I have lots of different running leggings in various levels of insulation and thickness. I love these for spring and fall temperatures. They are lightweight, comfortable, supportive and flattering. Made of 77% Nylon and 23% Spandex, creating a breathable high-performance fabric that keeps you comfortable during your workout. They too maintain dryness by pulling moisture away from your skin and are designed for your most rigorous workouts, including spinning and TRX. They have reflective stripes at leg, mesh ventilation in back and a hidden zip pocket so you a have place for your ipod or credit card, which is why I love them for running. 

Stacked with CHARM

love to Sarah Nicole Prickett and Sarah Blais for this lovely feature in the Toronto Standard today. 

On the brighter side, there’s Amina Said, the confident 25-year-old PR Coordinator for Holt Renfrew. She lives and breathes the fashion life (check her awesome Tumblr) and wouldn’t go to work without a smartphone, a pair of Sue Londons, and a good shoulder bag to put it all in.