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Submitted by Suzanne on Wed, 05/31/2017 - 17:14
The power of wearing white! So easy to recognize....think...a doctors lab coat, the cricketers uniform, the blushing bride...However, back in the day ('the day' being the 16th century), white was typically worn by French Queens representing mourning. It was not until Mary Queen of Scots married her first husband, she chose white as she felt it was her most flattering colour. And why not; it's bright, it's fresh and it goes with everything. Which is why diamonds are a girls best friend!
I have a tendency to want to scotch guard myself (is that still a product?) when wearing white. However, why should the fear of stains hold us back? After all there are multiple stain removing methods and products. My favourite among them is this: Merely hold the spot of your garment tightly over a bowl, carefully pour boiling water over the stain and watch it drip out of the fibers and into the bowl. This method works with wine, juice and berry stains. Love this, as there are no chemicals. So go forth and immerse yourself in white (and have another glass of Merlot)!
Mavi Adrianna glam white rinse $118 now at $89
This is just an utter show stopper! Just a breath of extra layer, with gorgeous embroidery detail. Wear it with destroyed jeans or even a tank dress. Just a few of many possibilities.
Cream sheer embroidered blouse $79
Maybe a fresh crisp blouse is your preference. White offers so many possibilities as, it's like a blank slate, adding colours is a total breeze. With the lovely detailing here, it still offers the possibility of just wearing it as is. Or build on the vintage look of the eyelet!
Cream Zina pintuck blouse $99
Because mosquito's would have more access to your beautiful skin, is no reason to pass up this great sweater. Just slightly out of the ordinary with slight open work giving that little extra something.
French Connection sweater (black or white) $68
White is kind of the 'smile' of the colour palate, people just naturally give you a head tilt and lighten up when you sport a bit of white, be it a big toothy grin, a diamond (yes please) or a garment. So don't be afraid of white, it's the colour of comforting things, our pillows, sugar for our tea or Gramma's hair.
Yours in fashion passion....
Suzanne M.
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Submitted by Suzanne on Wed, 05/17/2017 - 13:40
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The blog title is taken from a book loaned to me. One that is not unlike the old children's 'board books' but for adults, consisting of only two pages per chapter, including some inspiring quotes, yet hardly requiring a large time investment to complete. The premise?...relax! Chill out, find YOU in the chaos of life. Find ways to relax yourself, mind body and soul. That might mean breaking out of your regular patterns from time to time if you feel stuck or bored. Maybe you're not into yoga though, heck maybe you don't even like yoga pants. Plum presents fashions that help dial down the crazy that is your life by providing many relaxed styles that don't mimic pajamas.
With this look, yet another way to look cool, be cool...feel cool! Hardly anything complex about her look. Hair up, one simple necklace and a comfortable, embroidered lace sleeves, cotton knit top with an easy, 100% linen skirt. Linen being the very definition of cool! Footwear? Try some cut out, open toe wedges or espadrilles. (more linen coordinates can be found online and instore).
French Connection lace and knit top (white) $68
Plum skirt with curved hem (concrete, natural or olive) $72
So pretty and light like a kiss into the air! If you're not really a red person, that's ok. It's more of a natural, clay like shade! If you're into muted colours or basics, this just gives your outfit a bit of punch without a lot of effort.
Cream Vicky print kimono (Marsala red) $59
 
This little cutie is a great, simple stripe tank dress that can be worn back to front or front to back. V-neck or scoop neck. Very easy to pair with leggings or on it's own, to just chill or, throw on a kimono or jean jacket when there is a chill!
Orb reversible tie waist dress (black stripe) $77
So, 'I want to try something different...new' you say....The above sweater might be far enough out of your comfort zone with some key features, making it stand out from the ordinary. Beautiful sweeping variegated hem, fringe, crochet and fresh white interspersed with a touch of natural beige. Quite an interesting design. Nice with your favourite distressed jeans.
Cream Albertina cardigan (84% cotton) (off white) $99
According to this book, relaxing, being happier and getting closer to the you, that is you does not mean you must drive like 'Starsky and Hutch' across town to get to your yoga class...what it does mean is...stop, look around you, take a breath, buy yourself some flowers or pick some, excavate an old artistic talent or try a new one...or simply park the devices for a few hours...after all, there's no GPS that's going help you find you!
Yours in fashion passion....
Suzanne M.
Listen to the wind...it talks
Listen to the silence...it speaks
Listen to your heart...it knows ~Native American proverb
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Submitted by Suzanne on Wed, 02/01/2017 - 12:34
Perhaps you're aware that the wardrobe staple, the 'cardigan' was the invention of James Thomas Brudenell, the 7th Earl of Cardigan, who employed the design to lavishly outfit his regiment which has continued to outfit men into present time, from Mr. Rogers to Curt Cobain. However, It was Coco Chanel who, tired of forever having her hair messed by the tight sweater collar when donning the pullover, first created the women's (needless to say) fashionable version. Thank you Coco! While I don't have a great 'do' to protect, I still love cardigans. They come in many colours, long or short, and go with everything...maybe more versatile than a boyfriend!
With a colour selection that mimics a rainbow burst, these crew neck cardigans are the perfect addition to any ensemble. Soft and so well fitting, comprised of 80% cotton and just enough stretch for comfort or to accommodate your curves.
Kersh crew neck 3/4 sleeve cardigan (coral, denim, fuchsia, lilac, pond, turquoise) $55
 
Try your cardigan with this sweet as pie, tunic, shirt/dress. Hard currently to imagine 'sandals', however, wear now with tights and ballet flats. Note the ever so slight tuck in the back for definition.
Simone denim print button front dress (blue multi, blue/white or medium blue) $119
 
Here's another great combination. A simple tank, a sexy pencil skirt with a slit and your cardigan. Try picking one of the multitude of fresh colour tanks, an equally fun hued cardigan and yet another toned belt. Simple, feminine and easy to pull together.
Plum ribbed tank (black, cobalt, daisy, kelly green, magenta, mint, navy, peach, scarlet, turquoise, violet, white) $18
Orb pencil skirt with side slit (black or grey heather) $55
Another great thing that will be right at home with your cardigan are these curve hugging, embroidered jeans. And who needs hemming with this great, raw edge denim look. Those lazy or busy of us are just thrilled about this current trend!
Mavi Adrianna ankle embroidered denim $128
Even though the mighty cardigan started out as a gentlemans garment, does not mean 'we' can't share it. After all we both have hearts beating in our chests, feet for walking and like to look good...but like Bob Thaves famously in his 1982 cartoon wrote, 'sure Fred Astaire was great, but Ginger Rogers did everything he did, only backwards and in heels'! We win!! (the cardigan that is)
Yours in Fashion passion....
Suzanne M. ... read the full post and reader comments
Submitted by Suzanne on Wed, 10/12/2016 - 17:16
What kind of sweater girl are you...oops I meant woman? Are you the kind that pins a broach on every sweater, a cardigan person or the oversized boyfriend sweater style type? Do you choose by colour, fabrication or design or all of the above? Personally, I think sweaters are just a wardrobe necessity in our climate at this time of year. Therefore, might just as well choose something, pretty, sophisticated, sexy...or ok just warm! From basic to fashion, Plum's got you covered!
The usual in fall and winter is to grab for the earth tones, which are wonderful, but this white is just so light, happy, fresh and so sexy looking. Try wearing it with a fur vest (very hot right now), above the knee skirt and ankle boots. (sweater also comes in grey which is an excellent alternative to black, making it a wonderful neutral).
DO+BE off shoulder ribbed sweater (cream, black or grey)$79
Let's talk about 'cute'. I think after you turn 15, no woman seems to want to be, or have her outfit referred to as CUTE! Ok, well, lets call this fun instead. It's also bright, delightfully fuzzy and if it's not a conversation starter, will probably provoke a few hugs!
Le Shop fuzzy daisy sweater (say that 5 times fast) $65
This is reminiscent of Grampa's old sweater vest...or maybe the therapist...which ever one conjures up better memories...I love the loose, casual hi-low style...wear it alone as pictured, add a bold necklace or a string of pearls...or add a shirt, create definition with a wide belt and balance it out with knee high riding boots.
Press Hi-low hem vest (heather grey) $70
Some of us are hot one minute and cold the next....this accommodates the erratic furnace that is our body. Gorgeous colour combination, abundant collar and just so cozy...wear a t-shirt or even a jacket beneath for layering.
Look jacquard knit poncho (purple) $105
The ubiquitous V neck pullover! There is little else that needs to be said about this style. It goes with everything, it's smart, sophisticated, simple yet easy to pump up the cool factor! And this is just the most spot on fall colour! Another colour that works well as a neutral.
Kaffe Majka pullover (dijon) $79
The internet says a sweater is a what a child wears when it's mother is chilly, or it's just a blanket you can wear to work...I say a sweater is to your wardrobe what wine is to your diet..........warms you up, makes you look cute fun...better than wine...no calories!
Yours in Fashion passion...
Suzanne M.
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Submitted by Suzanne on Wed, 01/20/2016 - 15:32
GET YOUR HAPPY ON...fall and winter sweaters 50 -70% OFF!
Gladly we've made it past the 'saddest day of the year' (Blue Monday). Created by a psychologist at Cardiff University who believed there to be a specific formula to pinpoint the most depressing day of the year. (We need this?)...Seemingly he wasted his brain power concocting this equation because we have lots to look forward to... the Oscars, NASA's spacecraft landing on Jupiter, Rio Summer Olympics, tomorrow...just to name a few. However, right now we have a cheery little thing called a SWEATER SALE! If sweaters make your wardrobe smile...you'll be grinning from ear to ear. Let's look at a few happy selections:
Graphic cardigans are a great way to punch up the outfit beneath. As above black and white, all black, or incorporate a graphic t (but keep the image simple and tonal), or add a wide belt.
Cozy casual graphic sweater (black/oatmeal) now $39
Crop tops and sweaters have made a comeback recently. However, no need to suddenly drag out all of our 1983 Madonna albums and lace gloves...as you can see, this is an updated version with an easy casual look, worn with a shirt or t shirt exposed.
Kersh cropped sweater (blue burst) now $37
 
Is this a poncho or a sweater? Perhaps both? Can easily be layered over a jean jacket or stands alone as a pullover.
Look cross stitched poncho (black or tan) now $34
Simple pullover with stripes. Easy to co-ordinate, wear it with a belt and crop pants or pair it with a blouse and jazz it up with a statement necklace.
Press striped aline sweater (asphalt cream) now $32
Maybe you need a little bit of print variation. In keeping with the winter tones, this sweater has a multitude of various colours, created with a nice long line and pockets.
Point Zero cowl neck jacquard sweater (black) now $32
If sweaters make you break out in a huge wide grin, or warm up your insides like hot cocoa, Plum has a glee inducing selection AND ON SALE!! What more could you need...A mathematically calculated happy day? I think we've already figured that out!
Have a Happy Sweater Day!
Yours in Fashion passion...
Suzanne M.
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