Terri Peters
- I shopped for clothes and jewelry at Gap and Banana Republic, and neither retailer impressed me.
- I didn't buy anything at either store, but liked Banana Republic's selection of jewelry.
- Although I can afford to spend more money on clothing, I'd rather splurge on a meal or vacation.
It's been nearly a decade since I shopped at Gap or Banana Republic, but the retailers — both owned by parent company Gap Inc. — have been mall staples for as long as I can remember.