DVF for Less: Old Navy & Gap Wrap Dresses Review

Use code ONPLUSUP to get 10-15% off online, ends 3/21. My Old Navy order arrived and I fell in love with the prints and colors. Sizing is big, as expected, but there is at least one keeper. This dress is very reminiscent of Diane Von Furstenberg’s iconic print wrap dresses.

Fit: True to what the reviews said, the neckline of this is low. But it’s a wrap dress…so just wrap it tighter, or wear a camisole underneath, or use a safety pin or fashion tape to secure the neckline. The only issue I had with this dress was the larger armholes that continues into billowy sleeves, but it was the easiest fix ever. It took me about 10 minutes to slim the sleeves (I’ll show what I did later) and now I’m in love with the dress. I was pleasantly surprised that a regular was not too long on me.

Quality: Material is on the thinner side but it’s what I expected for a jersey-like wrap dress. If you’re prone to showing bulges, make sure to wear shapewear underneath. The inside is not printed, as shown below:

Here’s another dress that I ordered to get free shipping, but unexpectedly fell in love with it. The silhouette is simple but the ruffles add a feminine edge, and the deep wine color is timeless. The fit of a Petite XS is perfect everywhere on me (and can probably accommodate someone a size up, as well). One thing I don’t like about this dress is the thin waist tie – I prefer thick. The material is thin just like the Old Navy.

Gap Ruffle Wrap Dress, 2 colors in reg/petite/tall – extra 25% off w/code GAPEVENT (ends 3/21)

For more wrap dresses at reasonable prices, Gap also currently has a cute polka dot wrap dress (see reg XS on Sydney; thanks RL, for sharing!) and a solid striking summer pink wrap dress available in petite sizing.

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  1. dietingfashions wrote:

    Very Beautiful dresses! At first glance I thought ON dress was a kids DVF for Gap dress that I somehow had missed!

    I think you should keep both. The green is a fun color this season and both dresses can be worn season to season. Keepers!

    Helen

    Posted 3.17.12 Reply
  2. jo wrote:

    I like the green one! Happy St. Patrick's Day!

    xo Jo

    Posted 3.17.12 Reply
  3. Mom (Míriam) wrote:

    No! Only the red one. It's gorgeous!

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  4. PinkOrchids wrote:

    You look gorgeous in both! The Old Navy dress compliments the top half of your figure a lot, it's very feminine and I thought the sleeves look fine. I'm in love with the GAP wrap dress though, I'm going to find it next weekend, it looks great! xX

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  5. claudia wrote:

    I love the old navy dress on you. I had tried it on a few weeks ago in store and it just didn't look right on me, but it's great on you! It's definitely more interesting than the gap dress, which is nice too, but just not as fun and sophisticated looking.

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  6. PetiteAsianGirl wrote:

    Sorry, it's a deep berry red. It was really dark in my room so the color in my photo may not be accurate.

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  7. PetiteAsianGirl wrote:

    I've hemmed and hawed about whether or not to keep them … the leather color is perfect and matte, and the silhouette is nice. I'm returning them because I bought another pair (pre-owned, unfortunately so no link) that I like better. You should give them a try!

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  8. PetiteAsianGirl wrote:

    Have them ring it up – the one at my local store was unmarked and appeared to be pricier, but rung up as $10.99 (plus an extra 17% off today).

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  9. XiaoYin wrote:

    Keep the Old Navy Dress one, it shows off your curves better

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  10. Genie wrote:

    I think the Old Navy dress is more vibrant against your skin tone and more flattering! Return the Gap one and keep the Old Navy dress 🙂

    xoxo,
    Genie

    http://www.uniqueandchicstyle.blogspot.com

    Posted 3.17.12 Reply
  11. Anonymous wrote:

    Gap ruffle. Color & shape look better on you, just needs some slight hem altering.

    Posted 3.17.12 Reply
  12. Jackie wrote:

    I like the Old Navy dress. I guess I like the style and fit better…and the pattern is cute for spring!

    Posted 3.17.12 Reply
  13. Tarah wrote:

    I could wear both of these dresses and be happy. Thanks for the review. 🙂

    Posted 3.17.12 Reply
  14. SugarNikita wrote:

    Keep them both. You can always use/make another belt with the wine-colored dress. Both fit you well. You look beautiful! 🙂

    Posted 3.17.12 Reply
  15. Natasha Fatah wrote:

    Keep them both, you look great!

    xoxo
    http://www.natashafatah.blogspot.com

    Posted 3.17.12 Reply
  16. Bella wrote:

    I like the red one more:-) The green one makes you extremely thin.

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  17. Anonymous wrote:

    I love the green dress!
    Also, is that Gap ruffle dress red? In the link, the only colors are blue and a berry/pink

    Posted 3.17.12 Reply
  18. Anonymous wrote:

    The wrap dress is so feminine. You look even more beautyful in it.

    Posted 3.17.12 Reply
  19. Lloyd Lim wrote:

    Both are very nice. Keep them both.

    – Lloyd

    Posted 3.17.12 Reply
  20. S wrote:

    These wrap dresses are so classy!

    I love how they look on you!

    herdollface.blogspot.com

    Posted 3.17.12 Reply
  21. elle wrote:

    both!!! :p

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  22. Rainy Days and Lattes wrote:

    I like the gap dress! But for $10.99, you should keep the old navy as well! lol

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  23. maree wrote:

    I would say keep them both! They both are adorable! May have to take myself down to soho tomorrow for a shopping haul again!!
    xoxo,
    Maree

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  24. Anonymous wrote:

    Both looks nice on you…
    btw, are you interested to get more dresses like this and sell it to Indonesia? Pls let me know… there are many petites here and its hard for us to find something that's fit and good looking.

    My email is: serenity_d22@yahoo.com

    Cheers,
    Diana

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  25. cheerfulnuts wrote:

    I've always thought that wrap dresses can make slim petite women look skinnier. Thanks for showing us that petite women can still look good on them.:) You look really amazing, but I think the red one is lovelier!

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  26. Anonymous wrote:

    You look lovely in both

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  27. Anonymous wrote:

    both dress look cute on you. i really like the dvf dress.

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  28. Ping wrote:

    jean, i love both!!! and i want both!!!

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  29. Edwina wrote:

    Keep both!! They look nice on you 🙂 If you don't like the sleeves, try and alter it or something 🙂

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  30. Anonymous wrote:

    Keep them both! Very nice fits.

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  31. Di wrote:

    Love the green dress. Went to my local store and of course they were sold out of the xs. Maybe I'll be able to find it at a different location. Wish me luck!

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  32. Anonymous wrote:

    I just called old navy and I was told the green one was for $22.50

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  33. Annie wrote:

    They both look good on you! keep both!

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  34. Callandra wrote:

    I love both of those dresses on you Jean! I plan to check those out at my local ON tomorrow!

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  35. Anonymous wrote:

    They both look very nice on you. The print is more casual, the ruffled more dressy.

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  36. Megan wrote:

    keep both!!! They look amazing on you, and an awesome fit like that is rare! 🙂

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
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  38. Mad For Fashion...For Less wrote:

    Beautiful dresses!

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  39. Jane wrote:

    I don't think you'll be happy with the burgundy dress over the long term. The elastic waist looks cheap, and the ruffles look too little-girl-ish. It's OK to go out to dinner in, but if you're thinking of this to wear to work, I don't advise it. The green print looks great; eager to see how you fixed the sleeves. As is, they are way too poofy.

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  40. ofpreciosa wrote:

    I absolutely love wrap dresses for spring and summer. I can never find something that fits well here, so the few that I have were all custom-tailored in Shanghai. About $25 can buy a perfect-fit wrap dress in almost any common fabric like jersey cotton, cotton, linen, modal, lycra, other synthetics… I wish I had more made before I left!

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  41. With Each Passing Day wrote:

    Thanks for the review. Both dress look very flattering on you. I say if you love them then keep both.

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  42. Anonymous wrote:

    i like the old navy dress more, but both look great on you.
    do you like your new bcbg heels? i am considering getting a pair!

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  43. Julie Khuu wrote:

    $11 WHOLE dollars??!! Wow, such a steal J! I can always count on you to scope out the best deals and follow up with incredible reviews…love that you take the time to help your readers! This piece is perfecto for St. Patty's day! Have an awesome wknd babe!

    xo-Julie
    Peace. Love. LOL!

    Haute Khuuture.com

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  44. Janki wrote:

    While both a cute, I think the printed ON one looks more classic. Plus it's a great color and I think wrap dresses look very smart in classic print patterns. The red dress is cute, but the ruffles bug me and I think will seem very dated soon. The thin tie makes the outfit look like a matchy-matchy blouse/skirt combo. Though, you do have an eye for potential so maybe that can be fixed. Amazing the ON was fine on the length. I'm headed there tomorrow, hopefully there will be some left!

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  45. Anonymous wrote:

    I agree that they both look very flattering on you. Keep both of them.

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  46. Sophia wrote:

    Both of them are perfect! The shape is so classic and feminine. Keep both!

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  47. Parveen wrote:

    If you had to keep one I would go with the Old Navy dress, it's such a beautiful colour that would work perfect for the upcoming seasons! I love how you paired it with nude heels, you look lovely 🙂

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  48. Anonymous wrote:

    Just the Old Navy. You look great, but the red dress looks cheap.

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  49. .Tinacious Me wrote:

    keep both! they both look very flattering on you!
    xo, Tina

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply
  50. Ida wrote:

    Both of these dresses are gorgeous on you. I say you keep both. The green is amazing but the red one is really lovely, too. <3

    Posted 3.16.12 Reply

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