Honesty is the best policy

I have publicly declared my love for Gap's Supersoft line in the past. But here's something else I like about it: they are not lying when they say "supersoft," and I appreciate that sort of honesty from such a large corporation. You don't often find that these days, when corporate greed and corruption runs rampant.

Let the Gap know that you value their transparency and frankness by purchasing one of these Supersoft v-neck tees. At $10 each and in 11 colors, you can really show your gratitude.

Pajama Jammy Jam*

I like to think of myself as something of an expert on pajamas. I try to wear them as much as I possibly can. The speed with which I change into pajamas upon returning home from work has led former roommates to question whether or not I wore the pajamas to the office. So when I tell you I have found the greatest pajamas ever, I can assure you that that statement is supported by countless hours of hands-on research.

The new Supersoft collection from the Gap is amazing. If anything, "supersoft" is an understatement. Is there a stronger word with which to modify soft than "super"? I guess "reallyreallyreallysupersoft" might be too much to fit on the label. But that's what it is. These pajamas are so freakin' comfy! And some of them are even on sale.

The capris are $24.99. The long-sleeved tee is $14.99. The cute little cami is $24.99. And if you're into that weird romper thing, it's just $16.99.

If you can wait until March 12 to try out the Supersoft collection for yourself, you can use this coupon http://www.gapgiveandget.com/np/lls.html to get 30% off (and support the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, a really great cause -- my awesome boyfriend raised over $5000 for them, the least you can do is buy some pajamas). But be warned -- it's in stores only. And do you really think you can wait that long?

So thank you, Gap, for your groundbreaking contribution to this important fashion category. As if it wasn't already hard enough to change out of my pajamas in the morning.

*The title of this post is a tribute to a social function my sorority had many years ago. However, it may be slightly misleading, as none of these pajamas are slutty enough to have been worn to that event.

What Could Have Been

Were my firm's holiday party not being held in the cafeteria, and were I actually going (which I'm not, because it's being held in the cafeteria), I think these earrings would have looked lovely with the new dress I would have bought.

Only $15 - and made of genuine gold plate and amethyst glass (huh?).

Dana, Caldor, Evan Picone - Where Are You Now?

I am so sure that Dana Kahan had this exact outfit in 7th grade. You read that right, not Donna Karan, Dana Kahan. In my class of five girls Dana, not unlike Rachel Zoe, was a self-appointed arbiter of taste. And, like Rachel (and Donna), she was Jewish (see how I did it again?). Dana had the most awesome outfit ever for her Bat Mitzvah. Or at least she thought so, and she was so convincing, that we, her classmates, really had no choice but to agree. She wore a gray suit, a pink oxford, and a grey, pink and yellow argyle vest with coordinating tie, all of which she got in Manhattan at Bloomingdale's. OK, and gray suede shoes and grey Evan Picone stockings. Ribbed. Ask me what I wore. I have no idea.

Anyway, I just know she also had this dress in junior high. And I am so happy to have it back. Love it! And it's $22.99! I don't know who the Gap is kidding when it talks about its "European Collection" (I can wear it when I eat a chocolate croissant?) or refers to their European sizing conventions, but if it means the dress is under $23, c'est la vie. Or joie de vive. Chocolate croissant.

Danaa also had a pair of shoes very much like the ones featured here. They had a big giant wooden heels, like this pair, only Dana's shoes featured a wooden wedge with a carved out triangular hole. I am fairly certain they came from Caldor's. Ah, Caldor's we miss you so. Like Target, only, you know, without the tasteful design. Remember its so awesome logo? Does anything convey the beauty and joy that is a rainbow as well as 3 arcs in pretty much the same dirty color? Alas, no. Even the Target logo that entrances me with its pure red hypnotic bull's eye, just cannot compare.