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4 Bags To Make You Want To Go To Work
With the end of the summer holidays insight and September on the doorstep, you’d be forgiven for uttering the three dreaded words – back to work (*shudders*). And while most of us loathe the walk of shame back to the office after a long month of lie-ins, there’s always an upside to the daily grind – a new workwear wardrobe. And let’s face it, when it comes to maximising your office look, simple switches are often the easiest (and cheapest). That’s why we’ve rounded up a few of our favourite transitional accessories that’ll be sure to cause a stir in the canteen. Commute-proof, weather-resistant and perfect for all seasons, here’s…
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Travel Trend: South Africa
South Africa is everything you’d want from an active-meets-heatwave holiday: extraordinary nature, exotic wildlife and endless adventure, with a rustic vineyard setting that quite often – and wrongly – gets overlooked. It’s also a huge country with heaps to explore; falling below the Kalahari Desert in the north to the whale-spotting coastline in the south. Ahem – bucket lists, are you ready to be written? Discover South Africa’s secrets and check out our guide on what to be seen and be seen in. What to wear It’s impossible to visit the country of animal print and not dress in it – we’ve tried. So, in true South African spirit, choose…
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New Drop: The Paisley Collection
After a long-awaited arrival, our paisley collection is now ready for your viewing! By now, you should know that all our ranges have been expertly designed with bright colours, unique styles and craft techniques – you only need to step into our design room for a second to appreciate this first-hand. More importantly though, there’s always inspiration behind the things we create. And this time around, we’re going global. But, don’t just take our word for it, let the creator tell you herself… A Note From The Designer “On a personal level I am always attracted to paisley and Indian Chintz prints from when I lived there- they bring back…
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4 Top Picks: Plus Size Edition
Summer is well and truly underway! You’ve (probably) unpacked your warm weather wardrobe and are looking forward to showing it off. But, it’s always good to keep your options open and have a strong mix of casual and formal – right? And just in case you’ve been too busy sunbathing to keep up to date with what’s been happening in the world of fashion, we’ve done the work for you. We’ve compiled four of our favourite pieces from our plus size collection and we have to say, you’re not going to be disappointed! Whether you’re after a tunic dress or a jumpsuit for daywear, here’s our edit of our top…
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How To Celebrate World Yoga Day
The benefits of yoga have been known for thousands of years – it improves your agility, boosts your healthy mindset and helps you sleep, to mention just a few. So, it doesn’t come as a surprise that there’s a day dedicated to practicing it. And, what better way to celebrate such an important occasion than by joining in? World Yoga Day was created in 2015 in India to spread positivity, so why not step out of your comfort zone, grab your exercise mat and start stretching? No matter whether you’re a first timer or a pro yogi, there’s no limits or age restrictions! But, we’re not professionals when it comes…
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3 Summer Suitcase Essentials
It’s the start of the new season, which can only mean one thing…new clothes! As the temperatures continue to rise, make sure your wardrobe’s up to speed by giving it a revamp. Whether you’re saying bon voyage to Britain or staying local this summer, we’ve cherry picked our favourite jumpsuits that will have you feeling like you’re walking on sunshine, no matter where you end up! Since bright colours and summer dressing go hand-in-hand, our designers have been sure to add plenty. This season, they’ve fallen for pear greens, lemon yellows and apple reds – be sure to look out for them in our collections! So, let’s not wait for…
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Behind Our Frida Kahlo Print
For our next instalment of Behind Our Print, we’re taking you by the hand and diving head first into a Mexican fiesta! We’re talking vivid colours, iconic prints and evocative storylines that command attention… Proving that history is still a part of our present, our new collection was inspired by Frida Kahlo’s home in Coyoacán. Encouraged by Kahlo’s unique lifestyle, our range conveys her animal-loving nature, self-portrait perfectionism and obsession with eclectic colours. Her free-spirited attitude doesn’t go amiss either – our designers have paid special attention to her love of fantasy art and willingness to break the mould. To help you get to know our Frida Kahlo range a…
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Wear It Like A Florist
Grab your spades – the Chelsea Flower Show is back for another year of show-stopping, cuting-edge designs and of course…lots and lots of flowers! The return of one of our highly anticipated events also brings with it the desire to rediscover nature and get green-fingered! But, it’s not simply the urban environment or the exciting floral arrangements that are growing our inspiration this year. In fact, it’s the hard-working horticulturists working behind the scenes who got us thinking about other driven gardeners… Do you remember last month, when we showed you the real heroes who make a difference to ordinary life? Well, this time we’re switching things up (while staying…
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6 Dresses To Take On A Park Picnic
What’s this? Another bank holiday? It’s time to celebrate the warm weather (and the time off) by heading outdoors to soak up the sun. After all, it’s not a bank holiday without an alfresco lunch or two! Whether you’re picnicking with your family or stocking up on champagne for an afternoon with the girls, it’s important to dress for the weather! This season, we’ve channeled the 60s for our picnic looks – think retro shapes, bright colours, and lots and lots of dresses! Of course, we’re hoping that the weather holds up for one more bank holiday, but if it doesn’t…be sure to pack a jacket! So, without further ado,…
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Behind Our Garden Print
With the weather warming up and spring in full bloom, it’s time to head outside and embrace nature. But, since we like doing things differently at Yumi, we’re reversing the norm and bringing wildlife into your wardrobe! How? We’re so glad you asked… To celebrate horticulture and the great outdoors, we have a real treat in-store for you this season. Our designers have nurtured our love of gardening, flowers and brilliantly bright colours to create a print that we can all dig. Yes, garden prints are back and they’re here to stay for spring/summer! After all, there’s no better way to show off your love of nature than by wearing…