Lifestyle

  • Journal,  Lifestyle

    Meet The Team: Our Social Media Assistant

    Have your ever wondered what life as a Social Media Assistant is really like? Well wonder no more because Nicky has all the answers! She’ll be talking through her favourite things about working at Yumi, her standout piece from SS18 and what she loves most about summer. What’s your favourite thing about working at Yumi? My favourite thing about working a Yumi is that I love everything it represents! Standing out from the crowd in unique prints and quirky patterns. So many of our amazing dresses have been influenced by stunning locations all around the world, with prints that are created by our in-house designers – so they truly are exclusive to our…

  • Journal,  Lifestyle

    It’s a Funny Story: Date Night Edition

    Regardless of age, gender or fashion sense, there’s one thing we can all agree on… dating is hard! While we all love a romantic date story, there’s nothing better than opening a bottle of wine with friends, and debriefing on a date that hasn’t quite gone according to plan. So in honour of Valentine’s Day, we asked a group of anonymous daters their funniest and most memorable dating stores. Get the popcorn at the ready because these anecdotes are too hilarious to miss. Dating apps, we’ve all done them. Then deleted them… then done them again. So why not bring a friend along to make your first online dating experience slightly less awkward? Well,…

  • Fashion & Style,  Journal,  Lifestyle

    The Love Story Behind Yumi

    Say ‘Yumi’ to anyone and they’ll immediately think of bold colour palettes, quirky patterns and beautiful prints lovingly created by our in-house designers. But for the couple behind the brand, Yumi symbolises how two people worlds apart met and fell in love. So in honour of Valentine’s Day, here’s the love story behind Yumi. Now celebrating 22 years of marriage with 3 beautiful daughters, Clare first met Uttam in Camden where he sold unique knitwear on a market stall. Having been working as a chef in Austraila, America and the Caribbean since 17, Clare and Uttam instantly bonded over their love of travel. Just over 3 months later, the pair married in November…

  • Fashion & Style,  Journal,  Lifestyle

    Meet The Team: Our Photography Coordinator

    Have your ever wondered what life as a Photography Coordinator is really like? Well wonder no more because Nina has all the answers! She’ll be talking through her favourite things about working at Yumi, her standout piece from SS18 and why she’s loving sunbeams. What’s your favourite thing about working at Yumi? As photography coordinator my job is to organise the campaign photoshoots. Starting from working with the design team to creating shoot ideas that reflect the new season Yumi Clothing, to casting models, organising location and even creating sets with my trusty staple gun… but my favourite part of it all is seeing the final images. I love seeing…

  • Fashion & Style,  Journal,  Lifestyle

    Find Your 2018 Style Based On Your Zodiac Sign

    So… What’s your zodiac sign? A question usually reserved for awkward first date chats and office convos when you can’t look at excel any longer…Or maybe that’s just us! But, finding out your astrological sign is a great way of switching up your wardrobe. After all, it is a new year! So sit back, relax and brew your favourite herbal tea as we run you through your New Year style, based off your zodiac sign. Aries As an Aries, you’re confident, courageous and full of energy. You’re a natural born leader and love to take on new challenges. Your love of comfortable clothes, optimism and enthusiasm for life works perfectly…

  • Journal,  Lifestyle

    New Year Resolutions: Small Changes for a Better You

    Happy New Year! There’s only one thing we love more than floral prints and retro patterns, and that’s new beginnings! The New Year is the perfect opportunity to take on new challenges, and 2018 is no exception! So with this in mind, we’ve put together a list of resolutions worth making this year. Whether you’re looking to make small changes or want to do something big… We’ve got the New Year Resolution for you. First things first, drink more water! It may seem like an obvious one but it’s so important to stay hydrated. Drinking more water not only contributes to a healthy body, it also illuminates toxins and improves your complexion,…

  • Fashion & Style,  Journal,  Lifestyle

    Yumi’s Pam Underwood models for Breast Cancer Care

    Set a date in your diary as on Thursday 28th September, Yumi’s own Pam Underwood will be walking the runway to raise money for Breast Cancer Care.  Pam and a group of breast cancer survivors will take part in the annual fashion show, raising money for those effected by the disease. The money raised will allow hardworking nurses and counsellors to support patients and their families from diagnoses to recovery. Celebrating its 25 year anniversary, Breast Cancer Care aims to raise £400,000 from this event. It aims to inspire the fabulous models to rediscover their confidence. Hosted at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Hotel, Pam and 30 other models will be treated by a team of make-up artists and hair stylists. The outfits have been styled by Hilary Alexander OBE…

  • Fashion & Style,  Journal,  Lifestyle

    Creating the perfect August bank holiday

    Hooray, it’s officially the August bank holiday! Our favourite Monday in August by far. Whilst it does mean saying goodbye to summer and retiring our barbecues, it also means we can press snooze and avoid the morning commute. To take full advantage of this extra day off, here’s the ultimate guide to creating the perfect August bank holiday. From days out with the whole family to cheeky drinks among friends, there’s something for everyone. Our stylists have even created outfits for each occasion, so all you have to do this is show up in your signature #LoveYumi style. So sit back, relax and check out our top things to do this…

  • Fashion & Style,  Journal,  Lifestyle,  Trends

    How to keep little ones busy this Easter

    With children around the country set to break up for the Easter holidays, parents everywhere are preparing to have their children at home and wonder how to keep little ones busy this Easter. Full of Easter eggs and sugary treats, the energy they would have burnt off at school is now being used to run up and down the living room. So with that in mind, we have created a handy guide to surviving the Easter holidays. With everything from Easter egg hunts, day trips out and even DIY arts and crafts, Yumi has you covered. The best things in life are free. Christmas feels like it was only few weeks ago and…

  • Food & Drinks,  Journal,  Lifestyle

    Five Yummy Recipes to Use Up Christmas Leftovers

    We all buy far too much for Christmas dinner – it’s an epidemic and it’s a lot of waste… Aside from those traditional leftover sandwiches, it’s hard to come up with ideas to use up all the yummy Christmas leftovers. But fear not by trying out these 5 yummy recipes post-Christmas day. Prepare to drool. Turkey, Cranberry & Stuffing Leftover Pie Using up turkey, stuffing and cranberry sauce an topped with puff pastry, it’s an ideal festive pie and looks super pretty serves in individual pie dishes. Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 25g butter 2 large onions, thinly sliced 550g cooked turkey, cut into chunks 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, plus extra…