Robin Givhan

Gap

New York Fashion Week, Spring 2009: Gap

Get ready for the new Gap.

Get ready for the new Gap. Yes, there are still basics, but they are full of charisma. They are layering essentials. They are Patrick Robinson. Whether it is fresh design, or smart styling, the Gap is poised for a comeback. Tell me the fruit punchy denim jeans, kick back outerwear and colorblock bathing suits haven't tickled your eye.

Even The Washington Post's Robin Givhan agrees Patrick has done great things for the arbiter of basics, saying his "quirkiness" is thoroughly reflected in the clothes. We discussed this where girls discuss best: In line for the bathroom. With Givhan, Nina Garcia and other top editors at the presentation, all eyes were on Robinson, and the lovely laid back clothes.

To see the rest of Gap Spring '09, read more

Vogue

Vogue is not politically correct.
Vogue is not politically correct. The magazine loves fur, after all. And it celebrates a slender physique. Sure, in its annual shape issue it applauds curves. Vogue has championed fashion industry initiatives to combat eating disorders among models. But Vogue will never endorse fat; it won't even pretend to.