I Think I’m in Love: Gap Racerback Dress
Written by whoorl · Filed Under i love products, i think i'm in love, photos
Yesterday, I found a new dress at the Gap.
I’m quite fond of this dress. So fond, in fact, that my initial thought while trying it on was that I NEEDED TO TELL THE INTERNET ABOUT THIS DRESS. Now, we could over-analyze why that would be my very first thought (hint: slight internet addiction), but let’s not put a damper on this party.
After returning home, I swiftly visited gap.com only to find that the dress was not there! OH NO! How would the internet learn of this special dress? I know! I’ll force D to take photos of the dress in an amateur attempt to emulate one of my favorite blogs, Cupcakes and Cashmere!
(Note to self: You do not possess Emily’s lithe legs. Please do not EVER attempt a tulip skirt.)
Whatevs. This dress is going to be my perfect go-to dress for the summer. Lightweight, comfortable and featuring POCKETS. Pockets make me weep with joy. (I even put my hand in the pocket for the photo which really did nothing but add 20 visual inches to my hips. Fail.) And although I’m wearing heels in the photo, I think gold Dolce Vita flat sandals will be my first choice. Did I mention the skirt is so billowy and voluminous that you could hide a bottle of vodka underneath for playdates?
Wait! I haven’t told you about the best part. Take a gander.
The racerback, folks. The perfect little detail.
I think my work here is done. Go buy the dress. (But don’t wear it around my neighborhood.)
Angella
June 2nd, 2009 7:01 amI want that dress.
I didn’t see it at the GAP when we went last weekend. I’s probably not available in Canada. Figures.
You look smashing, my dear.
Brandi
June 2nd, 2009 7:03 amThis dress is fantastic! I’m so glad you took some pictures and posted them. It seems so easy to dress it up or down.
Kudos on the excellent purchase.
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Kerri Anne
June 2nd, 2009 7:10 amSarah! It’s AWESOME. That racerback is so unexpected, and so rad.
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sizzle
June 2nd, 2009 7:14 amI like the mix of feminine with the racerback (sporty-ish). Pretty!
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velocibadgergirl
June 2nd, 2009 7:15 amI LOVE it. If my boobs weren’t so horrifyingly overlarge, I’d buy one tomorrow…maybe someday!
Meaghan
June 2nd, 2009 7:29 amLove the dress! Looks great on you!
Tess
June 2nd, 2009 7:34 amI just bought that dress in black this weekend. I rocked it at a wedding reception with gold heels – it was a fun outfit. Enjoy your two toned version!
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Cassie Boorn
June 2nd, 2009 7:44 amI have to say I ran into this dress about a week ago. It took all my might not to buy it. I am glad to see I have good taste:)
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Karin
June 2nd, 2009 7:45 amAngella – do not fear! This dress is definitely in Canada.
I tried it on in gray and cream on Saturday. Gorgeous.
whoorl
June 2nd, 2009 7:49 amI loved the gray and ivory! However, I was nervous about ivory fabric not being enough coverage on top.
Susan
June 2nd, 2009 7:51 amDoes Oklahoma City count as your neighborhood any more? No? Okay then we’re good!
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sarah
June 2nd, 2009 8:10 amlove the dress. i’ve been hesitant to anything that is boob conscious post-baby. the girls just aren’t the same anymore… sad.
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Groovymarlin
June 2nd, 2009 8:26 amAs a woman cursed (?) with the big boobs, I have to ask – what kind of bra do you wear under that? Or are you blessed with the perky and don’t need one? Sorry if that sounds too personal, I’m really curious. I have a few cute maxi dresses I got from Old Navy and Target and I’m really puzzled about how to handle the bra situation this summer.
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whoorl
June 2nd, 2009 8:39 amGroovymarlin, I can go braless with this particular dress. Mainly because it’s black and the coverage is pretty good.
As for the jersey maxi dresses, I wear a strapless bra. In my opinion, jersey is NOT a very forgivable fabric and let’s be honest, I was a breastfeeder…the girls aren’t as perky as they used to be…
The most comfortable strapless bra I’ve found for my frame is this one:
http://tinyurl.com/kk5gkr
Abigail
June 2nd, 2009 8:51 amLove it! Unfortch, the Gap has some blindness when it comes to bust size and dresses in my size that fit everywhere get a little too down-on-the-corner in the bust. Sad day because that dress is seriously phenom.
slynnro
June 2nd, 2009 9:08 amum, there’s a robert marc sunglasses sale on gilt today. i thought of you.
Kaleigha
June 2nd, 2009 10:01 amLove! Looks gorgeous on you!
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martymankins
June 2nd, 2009 11:29 amComing from a guy, that’s a great looking dress. I hope your husband thinks so, too.
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Marissa
June 2nd, 2009 11:30 amSo cute! Love the back!
cupcakes and cashmere
June 2nd, 2009 11:35 amthat dress is lovely on you and you’re way too kind about my tulip skirt – you certainly need to give that style a try! so glad that i stumbled upon your blog…would you like to trade links? xo
Bumbling
June 2nd, 2009 11:43 amQue Bonita!
Michelle
June 2nd, 2009 12:08 pmVery lovely! And I think you should try the tulip skirt, as you would certainly rock it. Per your suggestion, I bought the Dolce Vita flat sandals in black and silver last summer – lurve them, thanks (I think you recommended them in a post about a trip to Sun Valley, Idaho? Yes, those.) Go get the tulip skirt!
Lauren
June 2nd, 2009 12:28 pmI went and tried it on over my lunch break here–note to the ladies, several Gap stores in NYC are out of this particular color. It was so so cute! However, I am 5′2″. It would need some tailoring for length. I can see how someone would wear the all black, or even this color combo, to a wedding. Cute cute! Keep the good finds coming…
Rhi
June 2nd, 2009 2:31 pmI think you’ve just found my anniversary dress. A five course meal calls for a loose fitting dress. Bingo!
Rhi, that was my second thought…I could eat six cheeseburgers and still be comfortable in this dress!
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kat
June 2nd, 2009 2:32 pmtotally love! when i first glanced, i thought this was an actual ad from gap…and then realized it was you! looks lovely.
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joslyn
June 2nd, 2009 2:43 pmlove the photos…love the dress. love it all! freakin adorable
chirky
June 2nd, 2009 3:31 pmPlease try this dress on again, and imagine yourself VERY PREGNANT throughout the summer. Maybe even stuff it with a pillow, just to be sure.
How does it fit?
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Heather B.
June 2nd, 2009 5:21 pmI’m trying to think of a comment that doesn’t make me sound like an asshole. But I’m your friend and your my friend and so you know I’m not an asshole but…
I have a very pretty friend named Sarah who is making me feel like a schlub! I need to step up my game right quick.
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Miguelina
June 2nd, 2009 5:54 pmYou look lovely in that dress. I think it could be a maternity dress too? Gotta go investigate…
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whoorl
June 2nd, 2009 5:58 pmI definitely think it could be a maternity dress – my only concern is boobage.
caroline
June 2nd, 2009 9:55 pmSuper duper cute!
Also, SO happy to read about the mojito date tonight. I’m so glad our girls’ weekend helped bring you back to the best drink on planet earth.
Lovvvvve you!
holly
June 3rd, 2009 9:40 amit looks amazing on you!! love the top
Kristabella
June 3rd, 2009 11:28 amSo cute! I don’t think I could pull it off because I’m not skinny and hot like you. You look great!
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am'ti b
June 3rd, 2009 1:13 pmsometimes i see this sort of whoorl/d pic and know exactly what was going on behind the lens. cute.
zandor
June 3rd, 2009 3:37 pmThat dress is awesome. I so want it.
Paper Bag Princess
June 5th, 2009 8:03 am*le sigh* I was in the GAP just yesterday – there were many covetables to be had!
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Paper Bag Princess
June 5th, 2009 8:04 amYou look fabilis, btw. (:
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rachel
June 7th, 2009 1:09 pmVery cute, however, I would actually like to know where your darling shoes came from….I have a pair that are very similar, but are beginning to wear out and I can’t find a new pair to save my life!
torrie
June 8th, 2009 7:14 pmI actually went to The Gap after I read this to buy the dress, but it had silk in it, and I’m vegetarian, so I can’t wear silk. SO SAD.
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Alexa
June 11th, 2009 9:18 pmLe sigh. I love this dress but so sad that my girls did not look how shall we say. . . appropriate in the royal blue one.
So glad other gals are finding it because its super cute!
Julienne
June 15th, 2009 3:49 pmI just bought this dress in solid black and LOVE it. I work it to a wedding over the weekend and I could keep my lip gloss and ID in the pockets – PERFECT.
I was trying to find a picture of it on gap.com but couldn’t until I googled it and it came up under the maternity section. haha, I’m definitely not pregnant but I still rocked it!
Michele
June 16th, 2009 6:48 amI bought this dress in royal blue yesterday and besides being a little longer than I care for (I’m 5′3″) it fits fabulous. Very good coverage on top as I’m not a big fan of a lot of cleavage for my C cups and no need for a bra. Very comfortable and the pockets are a great perk!
Carly
June 17th, 2009 4:10 pmI ran to my Gap today, didn’t see it, decided to try on a pair of pants and lo and behold, one dress is sitting on the return rack. I said a little prayer, checked the size, and SCORE. It is a beauty! You have great taste and suggestions!
Sarah
June 29th, 2009 1:49 pmJust wanted to share, I just got this dress on sale for $30!!!! I had tried it on, before you posted but thought since I’d need to get it hemmed, it wasn’t worth $85. But at the sale price plus alterations it’ll still be cheaper than the original cost!
Also, I love the grey and ivory as well but it was too sheer.
Rachel
June 29th, 2009 2:01 pmI also love the dress, and i have some news, the dress IS on gaps website, the catch is for whatever reason its in the maternity section… Only the all black is available