It’s time ladies…time to shop with Sheaffer and Shay!
Sheaffer and I dropped our kids off at school and headed to the mall to indulge in a kid-free lunch and some shopping. We tried on stuff we know you’ll love, laughed and laughed, might have crawled on the ground to get in a locked dressing room and then experimented with fashion forward looks like above (not for us…). Trendsetters? No. Moms who just want to look cute at an affordable price? Yes.
We got to the mall and went our separate ways for the first two hours. I immediately headed to the Holy Land Gap.
Here was my goal this trip…find things that layer well for winter but will transition into spring. The coldest weather is still ahead for us North Texans, so I’m not ready for my shorts just yet…but I do want to invest in pieces that I can layer now and still wear in warmer months.
I bought four of these shirts. Yes. Four. They are only $16 a piece (when you use the 30% off code!)!
I only meant to buy one…but then I tried it on and just knew…this is the shirt I will wear over and over again from now through next fall. Remember when I told you all to buy the softest shirt ever (now sold out)? And I said, “buy more than one”. So many of you emailed me saying you didn’t believe me until you bought your first one…and then you went back and bought more. This is the same thing girls…don’t just buy one. You will need more.
Here’s how we’re going to style this basic shirt:
1. With jeans and a sweater over it (a little color will peak out below your sweater)
2. With a heavy scarf
3. With a cute jacket on top
4. With shorts (nothing compliments a shorter pair of shorts than a longer tee!)
5. With a light-weight scarf this spring
6. With white jeans
Do you see how versatile it is? Buy more than one. Don’t be one of those people that email me later saying they should have listened t the first time :). Click here to see all of the colors.
I love a boyfriend shirt. Love it. I think they’re super cute with jeans, cute with skirts and cute with shorts. I am so excited to wear this boyfriend shirt from now through summer. Such a good transitional piece!
I bought this cute striped one…but there are several others to pick from..
How fresh are these colored ones?!?!
And this floral one totally rocks my world! So cute with distressed jeans or maybe colored shorts later? Layer it with a chunky scarf now…versatile!
This one just makes me happy. HAPPY. I can see it worn from now until September.
After I finally pulled myself away from the boyfriend shirts…I started looking for the perfect spring sweater. You know what I’m talking about, right? A sweater that will still keep you warm but it’s in a lighter color that’s less fall and more spring. Plus…it can be styled a million different ways…
I love the spring sweater paired with shorts for warmer days and then layered with black for colder days. It’s the color that really speaks to me.
I found this one at Gap…perfection…
…here’s the thing…I think it looks waaaaaaay better in my photo and in person than online. All 3 of the colors look so much better in person than online! In store, they were sold out of smalls, so I’m wearing a medium in this picture. Hurry ladies…these sweaters are on sale and won’t last long.
And you have already heard me talk about my love of this sweater (also on sale!). On the hanger, it wasn’t much to see but when I put it on, I fell in love. Like really in love. It comes in multiple colors but this one was my favorite. Click here for the tanks and here for the jeans. Unfortunately, the scarf is sold out but here is a like version.
So, here’s the thing…I think Gap needs to hire me to style their models because once again, I think this sweater/sweatshirt concoction looks so much better on and in person than on their site. This was so soft and comfy! I love this! It comes in other colors too!
The perfect little tee. Yes, it’s winter…but you will be so glad you have one of these babies when spring rolls around.
They’re still jeans that will keep you cozy warm but they’re in fresh transitional colors! How cute would they be with a big cozy knit? And then again later with a tank? Cute with boots and cute with wedges. Love!
Eeks! Can you hear me screaming with delight? I love scarves of all kinds…but my absolute favorite are the light ones. I love how I can wear them year around, I love how easy they are to throw on. I love, love, love them. Love them. Click here to see them all.
And you want some more great news???
After I left Gap, I headed off to Nordstrom to check out some outerwear pieces to throw over all of my cute tees and sweaters. They didn’t have this jacket in a small for me to try on, so this is me in a medium…but oh my word! So cute! The sales lady said they can’t keep these in store. I loved it too!
I also thought this black faded denim moto jacket was super cool too. Thrown over a pastel shirt? Love!
After I left the outerwear department…I ventured somewhere I’d never been before…ladies, I went to try on Sperrys…
You know how I adore my heels. Love them. Need them. Feel weird not walking in them. I am a high heel girl. For life.
But…sometimes, a girl needs a practical shoe…so I tried them on and actually really love them! Right now, these are my favorites…
…but honestly, it was hard to pick my top 4! I think these would be the perfect little transitional shoe to wear with my new spring jeans and sweaters and then later, with my shorts and tees.
Leopard (on sale!), Rainbow, Purple Tie, Pink Plaid
Click here to see all of the cute Sperrys (and ladies, there are a lot of cute ones!)
I couldn’t finish off my shopping spree without checking out the boot sales right now…
A great bootie (also in black!)
A great riding boot (available in 2 other colors too!)
This bootie is 50% off!
I love this suede bootie (in charcoal too!)!
Whew! After all of that shopping, I grabbed a Starbucks and headed to get my kids from school. We always have the BEST time shopping with you girls! Sheaffer will be posting her goodies on Friday! Thanks for coming to the mall with us…see you next time!
Don’t forget to check out today’s recipe…
…it’s my yummy (and super easy!) Chicken a la King!
Sheaffer {Pinterest Told Me To} says
SO MUCH GOODNESS….but the boyfriend shirt is my absolute fav! And you're right…that $11 t-shirt…..I should probably go ahead and get like 23 of them. Had so much fun (as always!) Can hardly wait till next month!
Katie Paladino says
Such great winter to spring transitional pieces!! Love, love, love them all!!
Anonymous says
Love the gap scarfs! Which ones did you get 🙂
Erin Friedman says
LOVE your blog.. It and Shaeffers blog is my 'news' in the morning. They are the only reason why I look forward to the week (m-friday):)! Where did you get your destroys jeans that you wore shopping!? Love them!
Tab & Erika says
So much fun shopping with you girls!! I agree with you!! I saw several of those sweaters when I was in Gap this weekend and didn't even try them on. They look WAY better on you!!
Alison @ Get Your Pretty On says
LOVE all this transitional style. That's what I wear the most of. Things that aren't really seasonal but can be layered and worn year-round. Those $11 shirts are awesome. I would wear one every day! Off to Gap's web site now. 🙂
Mix and Match Mama says
I bought a neon scarf that sold out yesterday! Boo! I'm buying the floral navy one now!! And the jeans are sold out too…they're from this fall. They're Gap's Always Skinny. I have several pair of the Always Skinny and they never let me down!
Julie C. says
I always love you & Sheaffer's shopping posts!!! How did you get that shirt for $11?? The lowest I could get the price to go is $16/each. I must be missing something!!!
This Gingers Journey says
I just love these posts! Such good finds 🙂 I have some Gap cash that starts the end of the month. Looks like I have some good ideas on what to buy now
p.s. I am in LOVE with those pink jeans! Must buy!
Leigh says
Adorable post! It's snowing where I live, so I love nothing more than thinking about spring weather! Was there a special sale at Gap when you were shopping? The prices online aren't as good as the ones you mentioned.
Tessa Ernst says
You make me want to shop! Great finds, all that Gap stuff looks cute.
jen says
Such goodness!!! Thanks. Love this post!!
Anonymous says
I was just wondering about that pink sweater that you had on from the GAP. When you click on the link I notice it goes to the sizing for Tall. Is that the sizing that you are wearing in that sweater?
Mix and Match Mama says
Yesterday (when I wrote the post), they weren't having 30% off but some items were on sale. This morning, they just put the entire store 30% off! The Henleys are now $16…and you should buy more than one!
PurseONality says
Hi. Is this 30% off sale in stores now or only online?
Mix and Match Mama says
Not sure why the link was sending you to tall sizes…I've corrected it!
Sarah Smith says
I LOVE Gap's winter and transitional lines this season! Thanks for giving me the NEED to go out and buy a couple new things!
Kristen Gerdel says
Just bought the leopard Sperry's! Can't wait to get them and wear them this spring. Thanks. Love the blog!!!
Begina says
You're sizing is spot on with what I wear. Did you get smalls in the henley tops? Buying some now! 🙂
Liz/happymommy says
Is the Henley shirt true to size or would you order a size down? I see some of the reviews say it is really big in their true size. Thanks!
Sonicgal says
Hi! What booties are you wearing in your pics? Very cute! Tks?
Funny in My Mind says
I ordered the red and white softest shirt as soon as I saw it on you; how soft could it be? Oh dear, it was heaven! I then ordered the navy and white striped, powder blue, purple and white. Then I found somesimilar ones at Gap Outlet and bought them too (they dont have the triangle on the neckline or the band at the bottom and they are a bit more fitted but oh so soft!!
Going to get some of those boyfriend shirts online today.
I have been wearing Gap clothing since 1987 (junior year in high school) and continue to wear it.
Mix and Match Mama says
I feel like the Henley is true to size. I always wear small tops at Gap and I'm wearing that size in every picture but the pink sweater (as noted, I'm wearing a medium in that one). I just love it!
Lauren @ My Slice of Life says
I love your shopping with Shay and Sheaffer posts! I followed your advice before (I have 3 of the softest shirts ever…love them!) so I know I need to get a couple of the henleys. Big fan of the tall options in these shirts at the Gap!
Plus, I love that you highlighted Sperrys this time around. I have been debating between a pair of these and the Converse that Shaeffer keeps talking about. Tough decision…maybe I need both!
Thanks for sharing your fab finds 🙂
Kelli says
Love my Sperry's! I even wore them for four long days at Disney World in December! Good support and much cuter then tennis shoes!
Farryn says
Sounds like the two of you had a blast! I love reading your blog and love love love your fashion ideas! I've been reading your blog for a while now and feel lost if I miss a day! Thanks for the awesomeness!
Renee says
I absolutely love your shopping posts! I just bought a few of the henleys at the gap! you have inspired me to buy simple pieces and layer like crazy! I would love to hear what your fam is doing to prepare for the wedding this weekend! Or maybe abc makes you keep it secret. Either way, can't wait!
Katie Surly says
My favorite days!! I agree with the girl above that said y'alls blogs are like my morning "news"… exactly! Just ordered the white and orange henleys and that polkadot/striped button down. Yay for Gap cash AND a sale!
hillary says
TOO cute!!
Sarah E @ theteacherswife.com says
I am so a believer in the softness of the shirts at Gap. I love my long-sleeved tees!
Anonymous says
I always love the Gap stuff you show but my one question is…do you have problems with everything from Gap shrinking? I have tried everything with their tshirts especially and they always end up an inch too short in length and arms after the first wash (in cold water, laying flat to dry).
Denise Holthaus says
Great ideas Shay! I went to the Gap today and got two henleys!! They are so cute on and great price! I bought the tan and pink lightweight color block sweater you featured and it's definitely cuter on and it was 50% off! Thanks for great shopping ideas!! I really enjoy reading your blog. Between you and Sheaffer, I'm loving all the fun fashion ideas.
{Hi Sugarplum!} says
you + gap = cutest ever
You really do find all the cute stuff! I'm going to meet you there some day and just follow you around picking up everything you do!
MonaK2 says
I didn't listen when you said to get more than one of the softest shirt and was only able to get the grey and white stripe. After seeing this post I *may* have bought 5 of the henley. Not taking any chances!!!
Katie says
Shay! I'm new to your blog and have been enjoying reading all of it! I have to ask…what are the grey booties you have on in this post ( and I've seen throughout your blog)?!! They are super cute and look great with your bf jeans!
Thanks! Katie
Emily Dizer says
So..if you had to choose between the pink spring sweater & the color block striped sweater, which would it be? I love your blog & have purchased so many items you've recommended. Thanks so much! 🙂
Jill says
The link to the white Gap jeans goes to the bells wash color. Is that the color you like over traditional white?
Ashley Baker says
I think I'm obsessed with your blog now! I started reading it after Sean and Catherine's wedding and have been hooked since! And now I have to go check out GAP to get some new spring goodies! 🙂