Fabulous Plum Fit

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It doesn’t take a style guru to know that you feel the most fashionable and put-together in a well-fitting garment. I spoke with Plum designer Claudia Agusti about fitting dresses for every woman. The focus is of course on accentuating a woman’s best features. For Claudia, the neckline and the waistline are key.

One of the most exciting formal dresses for Spring 2012 is this classic LBD (available in a dreamy cream colour as well). You can take this number from work, to a wedding, on a date, and back again. The natural waistline falls at the smallest part of a woman’s figure. This slims the body and gives the illusion of an hourglass figure, if you need a little help faking it like most of us do!

This ultra-feminine neckline shows off another great ladylike feature, the décolletage. It also makes a great backdrop for any kind of necklace you want to showcase.

 

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                                            Sheath Dress with Bust Detail in Black and Cream, $129

 

If you're looking for a colour with a little more pop, try this one on for size. It has similar design features as the dress pictured above and a to-die-for peekaboo back. It's still appropriate for any formal event, and the eye-catching print is fun and feminine.

 

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                                        Dress with Peekaboo Back in Green, Pink, Purple, and Red, $120

 

When you look great, you feel great! That’s why Plum invests so much time and care into each Simone dress it produces. Check out this video from Shaw TV and watch the design and production process from start to finish.

 

                       

 

                       Think of your favourite Simone dress. What is your favourite feature of it?

 

 

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One Day, One Dress, Three Events.

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This is the season of patio lunches, garden parties, barbeques, weddings, and so many other fun springtime events! I got inspired to write a post (a cheat sheet, really) showing you how to take one dress through the whole day with three distinct looks.

The dress I picked is Plum’s Polka Dot Print Sheath Dress with a low scoop back in yellow.
 
For the morning, slip on a pair of comfortable sandals (you want to save those feet for later). I love this dress with a strand of tangerine-coloured wooden beads. Playing around with the colours rather than tons of accessories keeps your look light and fun for a morning event.
 
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In the afternoon, swap the sandals for a low heel in a tan colour, and add some more accessories to offset your stunning dress.
 
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Then finally, for the evening, you can really go all out and punch up your dress with a pair of pumps. Try either a turquoise or a tangerine that coordinates (but doesn’t match) the tone of the accessories above. You’ll look classic and elegant for your night out.
 
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And voila! It can be done: effortless style with no costume changes. 
 
See many other Simone dresses on Plum.ca.
 
 
Where do you think a dress should always be worn?
 
 
 
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Spring 2012 Simone dresses are exclusive to Plum

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When you wear a dress it should always say something about you.  If it is to a wedding, or a garden party, going out for dinner or even to work, you expect your dress to tell the world something about you.  You can’t say that about any other garment that you wear like you can about dresses.

We take great care in creating dresses that fit and are wonderful to wear.  Simone dresses are made in Vancouver where we can watch every step.  We care at Plum because Simone dresses can only be purchased in our stores.

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Sheath Dress with Elastic Waist in Lilac (shown) and Aqua. $110

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Sundress with Sweetheart neckline in Navy and Black $119

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Floral Tank dress with Elastic waist in black, grey and white. $98   ... read the full post and reader comments

 
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Jeans and T-Shirts

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We think jeans and a T is a great look that seems to endure!  But this spring the look has the benefit of coloured jeans.  We know... we know... you probably are a little hesitant to go for those bold jean colours, but wait a minute … it is not that outrageous if you remember a couple of tips.

If you are going to wear a bold colour on the bottom don’t over do it with colour on top. Wear something plain like a white or neutral coloured T on top then punctuate with a bold coloured accessory like a scarf or bag.
 
And if your look is denim, like the yoga jeans, then any of this season’s fantastic colours can go on top!
 
For a limited time: Buy a pair of jeans at Plum, and get a Cap Sleeve T-shirt for $5 (reg. $20)! See details.
 
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Kensie Tape Yarn Sweater Cardigan in Driftwood. $88
Mavi Molly Straight Leg Jean in Light Brushed Dominique. $98
 

 

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BB Dakota Micro Twill Belted Coat in Navy $134
Mavi Alexa Highrise Skinny Jeans in Barcelona Green $98
Plum Dolman Sleeve Side Pocket Top in Navy/White $59
Co-Lab Small Nylon Tote in Yellow $65
 

 

 

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Kersh Ribbed Waist Cardigan in Pansy $49
Mavi Alexa Highrise Skinny Jeans in Daphne Blue $98
Wish Tonic Charm Necklace $22 

 

 

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Mavi Alexa Highrise Skinny Jeans in Dark Sateen $98
Plum Longer Back, Slub Tank Top in White $39
Multi Chain Necklace $35


 

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Second Highrise Skinny Yoga Jeans with Zip Ankle in Rinse Indigo $120
Plum Striped Knit Tank Top in Black and White $49
Necklace with Large Resin Center Pendant $35
 

 

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Mavi Alexa Highrise Skinny Jeans in Dark Sateen $98
Plum Longer Back, Slub Tank Top in White $39
Multi Chain Necklace $35
 

 

Our question to you today: Which is your favourite look?  Jeans or yoga pants?  ... read the full post and reader comments

 
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Spring Colour!

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Shut up about the sweaters already!  We are so tired of wearing sweaters and the dreary dark layers of winter we want to scream!

Mostly because we are dizzy with anticipation for the colour that has burst into fashion this spring.  
 
It isn’t just coloured jeans either … there is colour in everything from t-shirts and dresses to scarves and brightly coloured purses and accessories. Burnt orange, magenta and indigo in graphic prints like IKAT and polka dots.
 
Our favorites are the floral patterns that go from delicate mini blossoms and vintage bouquets to bright, bold oversized blooms.
 
Claudia, our designer says, “We're seeing a lot of clean bright colours like coral, red, green and yellow but there is also a soft romantic trend that features colours like dusty rose, peach and mint. Lace and vintage prints are part of this trend.”
 
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Are you happy to finally put your sweaters away for Spring?
 
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