The Stella McCartney for Gap Kids and Baby Gap Collection
Marissa Liu — October 14, 2009 — Life-Stages
References: stellamccartney & wmagazine
A one-time only collection from mother of three and celebrated fashion designer Stella McCartney for GAP Kids and Baby Gap will begin appearing in stores this November. Ranging in price from $14-$28, the line with be available in the UK, France, Japan, the U.S. and Canada.
The Stella McCartney for Gap Kids and Baby Gap line includes cashmere blankets, Fair Isle sweaters, brushed cotton blazers with silk lapels, underwear (with graphics designed by her own children) and gold-filament embroidered wool military jackets. Almost all the items are versatile enough to be worn by either girls or boys. The ad campaign was shot by photographer Ryan McGinley.
The Stella McCartney for Gap Kids and Baby Gap line includes cashmere blankets, Fair Isle sweaters, brushed cotton blazers with silk lapels, underwear (with graphics designed by her own children) and gold-filament embroidered wool military jackets. Almost all the items are versatile enough to be worn by either girls or boys. The ad campaign was shot by photographer Ryan McGinley.
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