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>> News just broke that Patrick Robinson has been let go as executive vice president of Gap Global Design for Adult and Body. "After spending the last three months in New York with the creative team, I’ve made the decision to make a change within our Gap Adult design team,” said Pam Wallack, head of the Gap Global Creative Center. Robinson joined Gap in 2007 hoping to revive the brand, but his efforts did not make the mark as North America sales reports indicated negative sales results and inconsistent compared to its international operations. The brand is currently looking for a replacement, but in the interim, Jennifer Giangualano, senior vice president of Gap Kids and Baby Design, will help oversee the adult design team. [WWD]

Pierre Hardy designed a very chic shoe for Gap, which will hit select stores tomorrow, May 5. For those Pierre Hardy lovers who won't be near a Gap tomorrow, the shoe ($125) is currently available at gap.com. Here's a shot of the feminine, and totally sexy, shoe. We think it's a perfect match with skinny jeans and a floaty Summer top, what do you think?

We've all heard the requisite tales of bridesmaid dresses gone horribly wrong — ill-fitting, unflattering, and worse. So, while we know it's really all about the bride, for the sake of your friends' sartorial satisfaction, we've hand-picked the bridesmaid dresses that they'll actually be happy to wear at the wedding. From the more traditional sort to a bevy of pretty cocktail dresses that will transition perfectly beyond the big day, we've got it covered. Click through our editor's picks to shop the bridesmaid dresses your wedding party will happily purchase, wear, and keep long after you say "I do."

Plaid may be known for being a Fall staple, but it can work just as well for Spring. Put away your thick flannels — look for lightweight checkered pieces in a bright color combo, or pair your plaids with fresh white denim to make them Spring-ready. If you can only take plaid in small doses, try a chic pair of slip-on sneakers, or a straw fedora with a fun plaid ribbon. Click the items below to shop now.