Gap Store in Villagio (Qatar)
For all of you shoppers out there. On July 31, a GAP store opened in Villagio. It is at the end of the canal near the ice skating rink. The best part is, the prices are comparable to the original stores in the States. I just wanted to let everyone know.
Also, a Banana Republic is opening soon in Villagio. Maybe an Old Navy is next?
was there in Villagio last year. I know this as my partner had just got his bonus and I went to buy clothes for us all.
My thoughts are my own, but I doubt my Mum would agree with some of them.
guys take it easy!!!!!!!!!
guys take it easy!!!!!!!!!
Yes, I saw the date of your post was 2 years ago.
The Battle of Gaza was from June 7-15, 2007.
This has been on going and did not JUST happen a few months ago. The sad news is the conflict will continue.
I take it you were unaware of the Gaza conflict, even two years ago when you bought your Gap jeans.
I guess my whole point about my inquiry is that if you're going to BOYCOTT or make political stand about Isreal---make it real.
Buying American products (which supports Isreal) is a definite conflict for what you are saying in your avatar.
Just keep things real so people can take you seriously.
That would also include not buying tickets for watching American movies; buying American DVD's; make-up; eating at American food chains/restaurants; buying American brand clothes; etc.
As u can see I 1st posted on Wed, 08/08/2007 - 1:22am
that means 2 yrs ago ...
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Yes, the financial backing to Isreal is exactly my point which makes me curios about your interest and advertisement of these American companies.
I would not have even thought twice about your post, if it wasn't for your avatar.
So, you bought your Gap jeans before knowing of the financial backing, but you still promote the Gap?
I simply find that so contradictory to what your avatar says about you and your beliefs.
The reason isn't because they are american, but because they fund or invest in Israel. I bought my GAP stuff before I knew the mentioned Information...
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I believe all the brands mentioned are American. I just find it interesting that your avatar blatantly sends one message and your actions are conveying another.
Thanks for your news
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I am just curious. After reading your Boycott Israel sign, are you not inclined to boycott American stores/products as well?
You seem like such an avid supporter of the Gap.
i adoreeeeeeeeeee GAP store it is my favorite ...........
Unfortunatly we all have big gap to attend for.
Dammed those toilets seats in those malls in Doha.
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-There is one "GAP-Old Navy-Banana Republic"in Royal Plaza, the last time (Ramadan '06) I've been there they were selling Left stock from GAP Dubai!! (Kashmir Jacket at 120 QR !!)
- Sana shops are selling themn in "reduce-price designer item with its label removed"
- Carrefour sold their polos at 15 QR/piece!!!
- Highland sold them at 90QR/3 pieces
"Gap, Incorporated : is an American clothing and accessories retailer based in San Francisco, California and founded in 1969 by Donald Fisher and Doris Fisher. As of October 2006, Gap Inc. had approximately 150,000 employees and operated 3,139 stores worldwide in the United States, Canada, Mexico, France, Ireland, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and United Kingdom.
In some Major League Baseball parks, a Gap ad appears on outfield wall panels between left/right-center fields and centerfield, which is commonly termed "the gap"....Wikipedia
Their websites
GAP
Banana Republic
Old Navy
That's great.. Going there some time this week to check it out. Thanks for writing the post!
I can't wait for the Banana Republic too, but I wish they open Old Navy too next.
I like the apple confederacy, Orange statehood, grape divine state etc......
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Can't wait for the Banana Republic - hopefully prices will be reasonable there, too. Thanks for spreading the good news!
And another point to note is that sizes which will actually fit Western people often don't fly off the racks as quickly in other countries. I loved going to Gap in Japan, as I could find clothes which actually fit me in the clearance section, without paying an arm and a leg. Normally I don't shop at Gap either, but it became a must-visit whenever I saw one.
Can't wait to visit the Villagio again-- they took me to the Middle Eastern restaurant in Villagio for dinner on my second visit day, and then we strolled around for a bit afterwards. The whole Venice motif rocked!
Don't worry, Qatari's do a good job of wearing fashionable clothes as well as traditional clothes :)
I don't really like GAP, but I do like their stretch shirts (which I like to wear under a t-shirt). If their prices are the same as the US, then I'm happy! In the UK, their prices are crazy!!!
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Do they sell any cow hide jeans covers with a GAP ?
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Thanks. I love Banana Republic. Talking clothes, what's the easiest way to get rid of your old clothes. Are there donation bins around Doha?
thanks for the news! need to go shopping ;)
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I feel sad. :(
A lot of shops are opened. Qatari people are starting to abandon their traditional clothes. :(