In other words, the images are wonderful, if a bit like Gap ads, and the juxtapositions sensitive.

Since then, she and her husband, a product-designing duke, had become almost famous by appearing in a Gap ad.

For the Gap ad, the Talauegas' challenge was to give the spots a feeling that is of the moment.

"He just finished shooting a Gap ad and he'll continue with his print work," she said.

Doing the Gap ad, one senses, was for him an American experience that simply could not be passed up.

And these women were in skiers' plumage, while for movie types who turn up, life is a Gap ad.

Today, would he be posing for a Gap ad?

For some the Gap ad is risky business.

They point to the successful Gap ads, which show squads of dancing teenagers, all dressed alike.

I think Pokémon are adorable, and also don't want to hear any more bad words about those Gap ads.