pants
Submitted by Suzanne on Wed, 05/23/2018 - 14:27
Wrinkles don't matter...at least not in pants! Plum's best selling pants this season, made in Italy, for 4 days only $79
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Ageless wrinkles...a bit of an oxymoron! But what causes them? Water (not heat) is the culprit behind wrinkles in cellulose based fabrics...a life lived is the cause of them on our face. Somewhat unavoidable on pants, as we sit, bend, stretch and recline! And with linen it's an expected quality which somehow adds to the divine character of this fabrication. If only we could view them the same way on our faces. This week one of Plum's favourite's has been brought back by popular demand. Made in Italy. Yes Italy! The birthplace of the Renaissance, pizza, the statue of David...all things exquisitely made!
If you're a pant lover, be it the casual, fancy or smarty ;), these are the ideal choice for summer. The perfect length, regardless of the chosen footwear. Easy, while somehow still retaining a level of sophistication because of the linen composition.
M stripe drawstring linen pant (navy or white stripe) FOR 4 DAYS $79
And a great companion to these fluid pants is this shirt, which is comprised of cotton and makes for a very natural, uncomplicated look.
Be Young shirt with stripe details (off white/blue) $65
 
To try possibly, a trend I'm really liking these days is mixing patterns. At least one common component with the two diverse patterns, is what makes this work. Such as picking out one of the colours. In this case one is an extremely feminine blue floral and the linen pants, a solid stripe. Neither competes with the other. OR... keep it simple, with a pretty, lace edge, off the shoulder top. With option one, you can get quite creative.
M shell top (white/blue) $80
Cream blouse (chalk) $89
Maybe what's needed is just a mere bit of outer coverage. You know, just a little something so throw on for those evening, patio, dine out dates. Light enough to ward off the sweat, but coverage enough to make you feel secure ;) This open front jacket, is a great option, also comprised of cotton and linen.
Meo Meli open weave jacket (denim or white) $89
There are eating pants...(you know the ones); yoga pants, because jeans apparently are just too stressful; and sassy pants, because apparently we can't 'say it like it is' unless we're wearing them! But HANDS DOWN, linen pants are the best. Because people notice the wrinkles on them more than our faces, and thus we look younger! (just a theory)!
Yours in Fashion passion...
Suzanne M.
'Wrinkles should merely indicate where the smiles have been' ~ Mark Twain
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Submitted by Suzanne on Tue, 03/27/2018 - 12:23
25% off...leggings! FOR 4 DAYS - March 29 to April 1st.
The argument continues. Are they pants or leggings? Think of it this way...a shopping cart has four wheels, but it's not a vehicle. And if driven down the middle of Granville Street, would elicit police presence. And, well...leggings worn as pants should also (IMHO)! So, unless you're Olivia Newton John filming Greese and it's 1978 or you're a 14th century military Scotsman heading into battle...me thinkest the leggings shouldst remain as leggings! Albeit an almost essential fashion garment...just they are not so much pants! Let's explore some great ways to wear them.
Love love love this sweet, uncomplicated look. The printed tights provide some interest, while the shirt just provides a basic backdrop to the graphic pattern. The shirt, the kicks and pulled back hair gives it a little retro feel. Add a little cardigan and you'll look like cotton candy wouldn't melt in your mouth!
Brushed print leggings (5 patterns to choose from) - until April 1st $18.75
worn with 'BE COOL' basic white shirt - $55
Totally looks pulled together, even with a mid length t shirt. In fact leggings look great paired this way with the addition of the long open front top creating balance. Keeps it from looking like you're exiting from a gym workout, which, by the way is not only great but admirable! Since style is not so much the goal in that case, this helps refocus the look back to fashion.
Orange full length bamboo legging (6 colours) until April 1st - $27
worn with - Emma's closet open knit cap sleeve top (black or navy) $59
She has the look of an angel that just floated down from the dubious clouds above! The tights are perfect for this beautiful top, providing a subdued backdrop.
Orange capri bamboo legging (5 colours to choose from) until April 1 - $25.50
worn with - M floral tunic top $89
 
Ah...the old married couple, the tunic and tights....completely inseparable and always get along! Nauseatingly perfect together! So easy to accessorize as well, pulling the focus from either is easy to do by adding pendants or a scarf.
Orange capri bamboo legging (5 colours to choose from) until April 1 - $25.50
worn with - PURE tie sleeve tunic dress (bahama and denim) $119
and - KW ethnic scarf with tassles $39
So if you wear them to your pole dancing class.....they're not pants! If you sometimes fall asleep in bed with them and don't notice....they are not pants! If you've worn them with a jog bra...you probably rock that look..... BUT they're still not pants and finally if you could envision wearing them 'a la Kardashian style' to church with a see through top, they are not pants, they are leggings (and maybe a fashion fail as well)!
And to answer the riddle...what has two legs but can't walk? WELL...IT'S DEFINITELY NOT PANTS!
Yours in Fashion passion...
Suzanne M.
ps...all noted above is in fun. You buy them, you get to style them your way. Just providing some ways to take them from the campground to the classroom and in between... Head into a Plum near you to explore the choices and have fun creating your look! Need help with styling them? Plum staff have great ideas on how to style them and anything else you wish to explore.
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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, 10/14/2015 - 11:38
PLUM'S CURRENT promotion: 4 days only...buy a pair of jeans, get $ 20 off! It's that easy! ( black denim, skirts or jackets are not part of this promotion). In all Plum stores until Sunday October 18. Online use Promo Code 20JEANS1015
Jeans were originally created merely as miner's work wear, not the fashion icon they've become. In one poll, 91% of women own at least one pair, and a whopping 25% own 10 pairs or more (I feel relieved of guilt). But why own more than 3? Because they're the best fashion invention since mascara! Long gone are the days we had a death grip on our favourites, purchased after an eternal search for 'the fit'! Now that's no longer necessary as every season presents new finishes, better cuts and style fabrications.
Favourite jeans and the hand knit sweater look. I love this open cardigan, the variegated knit pattern reminiscent of sweaters from decades ago. (I won't say how many!)...Always a a winning pairing. Easy weekend wear with the motorcycle boot.
Point Zero spaced dyed open cardigan (caramelo) $79
Mavi Alexa Jogger 5 pocket jean $118
A favourite night-out-with-the-girls look..destroyed denim with heels! Just enough to make you look a tiny bit dangerous, or at least not so serious! Wear with one of the Tobias Jackets, duster or long cardigan. Such a rock star look.
Mavi Emma boyfriend ripped vintage jean $118
I can hear you now..."I have no space in my life for heels". In which case, the above jeans are perfect. Ankle length, pull on, super stretchy fabrication (Cotton/poly/spandex); no zippers or buttons to contend with, but just enough fading and whiskering to make them look like they've been yours for years. Fabulous with Keds or ankle wrap ballet flats or really flats of any kind.
Becxy B Riley pull on dark denim skinny jeans $ 89
Plum carries a wide range of the best made jeans. Dish is designed right in Vancouver and above is an excellent example of one of their very well designed jeans. Very high tech looking with the dark denim, zippers and angular seams, yet still comfortable with the cotton/poly/Lycra stretch combo.
Dish skinny velo with zip jeans $ 120
So just how many jeans should you own? Well, let's just say, what's in your closet is no one's business!
Yours in Fashion passion...
Suzanne M.
ps...don't forget the $ 20 promotion...time to stock up! In all Plum stores until Sunday October 18th. Online use Promo Code 20JEANS1015 www.plum.ca
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Submitted by Suzanne on Wed, 02/18/2015 - 17:02
If I told you that your black pants would stay black after washing them, you'd either laugh, or suspect I was inhaling paint fumes. Frustrating when we spend the time to find just the right fit, we then begrudgingly wash them and they are just never the same. After all, if we wanted grey pants, wouldn't we just purchase grey ones? DISH JEANS was listening and has answered our black pant prayers! They've created a patent pending fabric with 'unparalleled colour-lock technology'. After 20 washes, there is no colour fading!
Let's have a look at how great they look with everything:
And note that 'skinny' is no longer just for the very very slender. It's now constructed to accommodate curves and the 'thin at heart'. What a stunning ensemble. Not too complicated, yet enough interesting details to draw the eye in the right direction.
Plum zip front fitted jacket $185
Plum lace back, shark bite hem top $59
Of course for the casual, busy days, chasing children or browsing though best sellers...easy to pair with your favourite jean jacket and pimsolls. The black, skinny pant goes everywhere. Probably best to buy more than one pair, because now, you won't hesitate to wash them.
Mavi Samantha Jean jacket (dark vintage) $108
Nanavatee stripe tank top (various colours) $35
The best marriage (apart from your own) is red and black. Red lipstick, black hand bag, or of course, as above with fetching red pumps!
Tobias black 2 button jacket $179 (made locally)
Above ,Dish jeans paired with a bejeweled stripe top. Forgo the accessories if you wish, this sweater has embellishments to mirror the twinkle in your eye! Also so easy to change footwear with this; merely change to pumps for a night out, or ankle booties.
Tobias jacket and Sydney stripe top (coming soon) $85
So glad that the denim manufacturers have heard us, 'we want comfort and style' and they delivered and now black that won't fade. Could comfortable heels be far behind?
Yours in Fashion passion
Suzanne M.
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