Fashion & Style
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Yumi Style Guide: Plus-Size Wedding Guest Outfits
When it comes to special occasions, there’s nothing that’s quite like a wedding. Many people would agree that the experience of watching a loved one get married to their other half is one of the best there is, and not to mention the celebrations that ensue afterwards! It’s a chance to get dressed up in a beautiful new ensemble and feel at your very best, however it can often be a challenge to find the perfect wedding guest dress for you in time for the wedding season. For plus-size women, there can often be a limited selection of dresses to choose from which makes it difficult to find a piece…
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Black Friday & Cyber Monday 2021… The Countdown Is On!
Ladies, the countdown is officially on. Black Friday lands on 26 November this year, followed by Cyber Monday on 29 November. 4 full days of exclusive deals! Here at Yumi, we’ve decided to make the bumper shopping weekend extra special this year. For 2021 only, we’re offering 50% off ALL Yumi and Mela items, between 25th and 29th November (inclusive). That’s right… half price EVERYTHING. For all you gals ahead of the game, we thought we’d give you a little taster of what’s in store. So get your wish list out and get planning those bargain buys, because good things come to those who get there first! Whether you’re on…
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Yumi Style Guide: How To Wear A Kimono
Ever since the kimono jacket entered the mainstream fashion scene, it has become a go-to style staple for countless women around the world. Based on the traditional Japanese garment, this versatile cover-up is well-known for its flattering, floaty silhouette and its soft, luxurious fabric which when combined, creates a gorgeous, feminine aesthetic that so many fashion lovers adore. Here at Yumi, our love of clothing trends from the far-east is reflected in our own collections, with bold colours and quirky prints taking centre stage in many of our pieces. Our beautiful selection of kimonos offers year-round wardrobe essentials that are super easy to style with many of the items that…
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Yumi Style Edit: summer holiday dresses
We’re all going on a, summer holiday… While this year again might be different to most, we’re keeping our fingers crossed for the imminent return of duty free, overweight hand luggage, obligatory airport selfies and last minute passport panics. But even if holidays are closer to home this year, (all hail the Staycation) there’s no reason not to dress for the occasion. And because there’s nothing quite like a cute summer dress to get you in holiday mode, we’ve lined up a few of our favourites. Glide into those summertime vibes wearing this wonderfully extra green Midi dress by Urban Touch. Perfect paired with barely there heels, we’re dreaming of…
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Yumi style edit: What to wear from May 17th
17th May! It’s the day we’ve all been waiting for. Pubs and restaurants have already reopened, but as most of us have experienced over the last few weeks, the typically British weather doesn’t always play ball. Hands up if you’ve been shivering in a coat on a terrace – or if you have decided to give the whole, often sodden affair a wide birth. We have full respect for both camps. On May 17th, other remnants of pre-Covid life are set to properly return: finally we will be back inside of pubs, cinemas and theatres, with hotels and holiday accommodation reopening too. And the idea of a proper celebration, without social…
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Yumi Style Edit: Out and About
As life eases back to normality, we at Yumi could not be more delighted to be out and about once again. Catching up with friends (so long and good riddance Zoom quizzes), cheeky bevs at the pub, and relaxed weekends away are finally here. After being inside for so long, for us it is key to be stepping out in style. In fact, we’ve been so excited about outfit planning that we got a bit ahead of ourselves, and put together some of our favourite looks for this instalment of the Yumi Style Edit. Whatever the occasion, we’ve got you covered. For the beer garden After living in tracksuit bottoms…
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Introducing! Yumi’s second recycled collection…
Introducing! Yumi’s second recycled collection… Minute by minute, the days are getting longer. As snowdrops fight their way through cold, tough ground, the advent of Spring brings hope. So, with our second exclusive recycled collection, we want to show the world that here at Yumi, we are feeling positive – despite *gestures wildly* – everything going on right now. Most importantly, we want to spread that positivity in the way we know best – with a bright, bold new collection – by celebrating prints that put smiles on our faces and by using fabrics which help the planet, too. Inspo: Our latest offering is a celebration of cheer in its most carefree form. An ode to that relaxed, joyful feeling of weightlessness that comes from being present in a joyous moment. In part, the collection is inspired by our beloved Regent’s Park – spotting giraffes on a nervy first date; ferociously licking ice cream as it melts in the sun. A conscience led approach: Like our first recycled collection, drop two is made exclusively from recycled polyester. While polyester is an…
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Top 10 Pieces For February
February, as the shortest month of the year, can often be overlooked when it comes to updating your wardrobe. But, with Valentine’s Day fast approaching and Fashion Week not far behind, there’s plenty of reasons to awaken your springtime wardrobe. By February, we’re usually ready to shred those layers we gained over the winter. Long gone are the days are thick knitwear, oversized scarves and heavy knit dresses. Although they served us well, it’s time to pave the way to brighter horizons. This month look to tea dresses, pastel tones, and animal print to make the transition into the early spring months. And whilst we’d love to start the season with a fresh new look, we can’t turn a…
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Our Sustainable Face Covering Charity Update
Over the past six months, the philanthropists at Yumi have been working hard to raise money for our chosen charity — Sufra. In light of this year’s unfortunate events, we decided to put on our positive hats and make 2020 unforgettable for the all the right reasons. And there was only one way we could think of to make a difference — by giving back. Our face coverings As the world began to change and face coverings became necessary, our designers set out to create a product for charity that was not only practical but sustainable too. They designed vibrant face coverings crafted from the ends of our fabric rolls,…
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The New Recycled Collection
Sustainably sourced, same Yumi style As the world starts to rapidly change and doing your bit for the planet becomes all the more important, the team at Yumi thought it was time to reconsider our global vision. We’re always looking to evolve and improve, which includes making better choices for our customers, employees and the environment. And this season is no different. To continue our commitment to sustainability, our in-house designers have created our most eco-friendly collection yet. Each piece is sourced from recycled plastics, which aids in reducing waste and repurposing textiles. But, we aren’t compromising on our iconic style, just simply rethinking the way we do things. It’s…
