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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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5 Outfits For Bank Holiday Weekend
We’re sadly coming to the end of the long run of bank holidays (queue the sad music), but there’s still a weekend of fun to look forward to. So, why not make the most of the grand finale and bag yourself a special outfit? Whether you’re off to an art gallery, spending some quality time with the family or dashing straight to the pub, we’ve got you covered for what to wear. We’re hoping and praying the weather stays bright, but if not, don’t forget your trusty jacket…and umbrella. So, if you’re in need of a dose of inspiration, here’s what we’ll be wearing for the upcoming three-day weekend. Cue…
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Style It Like The Queen
Throughout her lengthy reign, the Queen has provided us with countless outfits, endless pearl necklaces and a vast range of bright colours! From her matching coat and hat combination to her pristine white gloves, her sense of style has a special place in our hearts. And with her 93rd birthday fast approaching – her first birthday of the year might we add – we thought we’d honour her by presenting our favourite royal looks. Unfortunately, unlike the Queen, we can’t offer you two birthdays or a palace, but we can give you the chance to dress like her. Since Liz throws a garden party every year, we’ve dedicated our looks…
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Why Kimonos Are A Yumi Favourite
Over the years, kimonos have become an important part of many wardrobes. Their dramatic wide sleeves and relaxed fit make them an open-front friend for life, and perfect for rocking all year round. We feature them every season because of their easy shape. Plus, when combined with our exclusively designed prints, it’s a recipe for total style! But, it’s not simply because of their cut that makes them a Yumi favourite… Just like kimonos, we have a connection to Japan – did you know that Yumi translates as beautiful? With Far East origins, kimonos are a cultural feature of all types of occasion in Japan. However, it’s often considered that…
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6 Ways To Wear A Denim Jumpsuit
The clocks have gone forward, the weather is taking a turn for the better, so it’s safe to say that spring has most definitely sprung. And the start of British summertime means it’s time to fold away your chunky jumpers, hang up your trusty coat (for now), and start looking for nifty styles that will carry you through the season. But, where do you start? There’s no better way to begin a season than with an item you can wear in many ways. Long gone are the days of hoarding clothes you’ve never – and probably won’t ever – wear. It’s time to start a spring clean and stock up…
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6 Ways To Dress For Valentine’s Day
Last week, we advised you How To Wear A Denim Skirt, but this week it’s all about the season of love: Valentine’s Day. If you’re a hopeless romantic like us, then you’ll know the significance of looking and feeling good on the day dedicated to attraction. More importantly, with January well and truly behind us, it’s time to embrace romantic shades and show off your style. Forget about grey skies and neutral tones, let Cupid’s arrow hit your wardrobe with a splash of colour. As an early Valentine’s gift, we’ve carefully selected our favourite pieces that you can wear on the special day. Don’t have a date planned? No problem,…
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Monday to Sunday: How To Wear A Denim Skirt
It’s no secret that denim is adaptable for any occasion. However, it’s often difficult to know what to pair it with and where to wear it. Here at Yumi HQ, we’re breaking the rules of denim being a casual fabric. Gone are the days of feeling underdressed and too informal at the office or at dinner; formal denim is on its way back and we’re ready for it. To challenge this theory, we’ve complied a list of outfits to wear for each day of the week. What’s more, it only includes one staple piece: a denim skirt. For Monday to Sunday style without the hassle, here are 8 ways (we’ve…
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Life Hack: How to Clean Your Wardrobe
We know how hard it is to have a clutter free closet while also saving the pieces you love the most. From holding onto that pair of skinny jeans that are a size too small to hoarding the holey t-shirts you promised yourself you would wear, it’s often considered difficult to declutter. To make this process more pleasurable, we’ve designed a simple diagram: The first step to a cleaner wardrobe is removing everything…and we mean everything. This is an essential in making it easier to organize – you may find hidden clothes you didn’t know you had. Place the contents on your floor or bed and get rid of any…
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Autumn Fashion Colour Guide
Autumn is one of our favourite seasons to embrace colour; the warm hues of fallen leaves and golden early sunsets are the inspiration behind our new autumn/winter collection. From cosy coats in warm mustard to luxe knitwear in forest green or plush burgundy, our autumn collection is full of rich colours that are sure to brighten up your wardrobe. Mustard The colour of the season: mustard. Make the colder weather and the longer nights worth it in our Patchwork Floral Tunic Dress. Blending two hot trends this season with mustard and retro inspired prints, this vintage style dress is sure to brighten up your days and nights. Forest Green Embrace…
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Feeling Blue? No Way, It’s All About Yellow
When life gives you lemons, ditch the lemonade and opt for yellow clothing instead! Set to be one of the biggest colours of Spring/Summer 18, yellow is the shade you can’t escape, and we’re not sure why you’d want to! From buttercup to freesia, mimosa and canary we’ll show you how best to wear this trending shade. It can seem daunting at first to try yellow, especially if you’re all about a darker background and statement prints. But at Yumi, we’re not known for being shy and retiring canaries. Go bold with ladies tunic dress, maxis perfect for sunset strolls and tops that’ll make the office stand up and take notice.…