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Our best selling slip is back in stock!

Thursday, September 15th, 2011

 

YummieLife.com - Live.Shape.Happy Our best selling slip is back in stock! - Lavonne Bustless Slip

 




Go from work to workout, daytime to date time

Wednesday, August 31st, 2011

 


YummieLife.com - Live.Shape.Happy Go from work to workout, daytime to date time - Don't miss the Joelle Tank - Cool cotton shaping to take you anywhere this fall. Check it out > The Sania Tank - A sexy, lacy look with a blazer, yoga pants, sweater, flirty skirt... Go Get It >

 




White Hot Summer Slimming Looks

Thursday, June 16th, 2011
 

WHITE HOT SUMMER
SLIMMING LOOKS
Who says you have to give up shaping for summer? Now that
we’re wearing less, we need it even more. Here are Heather’s top five
white picks for pure slimming style. They’ll have you looking sleek and
smooth. and feeling comfy and happy all summer long.
Beckie Camie Top
Lucie Top
Invisible Boyfriend Rayon Tank
Short Sleeve Crew T-Shirt
Boyfriend Tank Slip

Rock all the hottest styles of the season with these white hot
summer shapers that are cool, comfy and oh, so Yummie!

 

 




How to Style A “Little Black Dress”

Monday, November 22nd, 2010

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This week was all about one of my favorite topics, the timeless Little Black Dress.

Some of the coolest and most stylish fashion bloggers around shared their ideas for How To Wear the LBD, inspired by either the Yummie Tummie Ella Rae and Shelley dresses.

I’ve loved reading all of their fab and funky ideas, and I know you will too!  Check them out, and then keep reading for my tips on how to look your best in this wardrobe must have!

Fashion Bloggers on How to Wear a LBD

Carmen Ordonez of Viva Fashion Blog
@VivaFashion

Christina Topacio of Profreshstyle
@profreshstyle

Georgia Getz of I Am Bossy
@BOSSY

Yujin Wood of HipGirlie
@HipGirlie

Lindsay Ferrier of The Stir
@SuburbanTurmoil

Naomi Shapiro of Superdumb Supervillain
@superdumb

Heather Thomson on How to Wear a LBD

When I think of the classic LBD, I think of all the ways I like to wear it.  In fact, one of my latest designs and newest wardrobe “must haves” is from my fall collection, the Ella Rae dress.

It’s black, it’s slimming, it’s super comfortable, it’s easy to wear, and it’s one of those pieces you just can’t live without! If you want to feel Yummie, slim your look and have fun, below are several ways this dress work for all of your holiday and day-to-night occasions.

I have literally worn this dress for all scenarios I describe below, and can personally guarantee that all of my tips for styling the Ella Rae will also work with every little black dress hanging in your closet!

Rock it for Work

  • A classic blazer, trend-right fur vest, or sleeveless sweater makes for a warm, stylish and chic look
  • Add some luxe with lots of long chains or chunky bangles
  • Dress it up with a pair of black pumps – there is nothing more slimming than black, opaque tights and a beautiful pair of black pumps

After Work Soiree

  • Take off the jacket or sweater and strut the dress all by itself, with the perfect clutch you grabbed on your way out the door
  • Go from black tights to fishnet or black lace for an almost entirely new look
  • Add a scarf around your neck with some darker lipstick and you are ready for cocktail hour

Weekend Errands/ Brunch with Friends

  • Add a yummie cardigan sweater and some flat, over-the-knee biker boots for a casual, played down chic
  • Throw on some footless tights and clean, simple flats with a cross-body bag for a more bohemian look

Date night

  • High platform black heels and a cropped leather jacket to show off you waistline and channel your inner diva!
  • For cocktail attire, add dangling earrings and fishnets, with an open toe and you will be divine
  • Keep your eye make up low-key, and add a vivid red lip

As you can see, the options for styling a LBD are virtually limitless! Try out one or all, or even better, share your favorite ideas in the comments.

Stay yummie!




How to Wear a Classic White T-Shirt

Monday, October 18th, 2010

yt-white-t-short-sleeve-skirtGood fitting basics are essential to every wardrobe, and the classic white tee is the perfect foundation for styling both classic fashion and trend-right looks.

Start out by trying different sleeve lengths and different neck lines to shake up your white T-shirt routine. Then experiment with these fashion suggestions, shaping them to fit your own individual style — and remember to Show It Off!

Simple Basic to Fashion Statement!

Just moving away from same ‘ole style will make this everyday essential fresh and new. Go for something new, and remember, fashion is about fun!

Accessorize!

  • A scarf is an easy way to add a touch of chic to every outfit
  • Grab some chunky jewelry! Bib necklaces, big rings, cuffs and stacks of bangles dress it up

Retro right!

  • Pair with dark skinny jeans, a vest and clean Converse and a hat
  • Cuff a pair of washed out boyfriend jeans and throw on an oversize blazer — finish off with flats for day, booties for night

Short and Sassy!

  • Tuck into a short, structured skirt, show off those legs, and finish off the look with a pair of peep toe ankle boots for on-trend WOW

Long and Lean!

  • Layer over Yummie Shaping Leggings in black, top off with a leather motocross jacket and sky-high heels
  • Tuck into sleek, black, high-waisted pants with tons of long necklaces, or wrist bangles, plus a plain satin clutch for an night out

Change it up!

  • If you always wear ballet flats with skinny jeans, try switching to a riding boot, or high-waisted wide leg jean and wedge heels

More Yummie Ideas!

I always say that Yummie Tummie is for every woman. To see how versatile the classic white t-shirt can be, we gave eight fabulous fashion bloggers their choice of a white Yummie Tummie t-shirt styles:

Short-sleeve Crew Neck T

3/4 sleeve Crew Neck T

Long sleeve crew or V-neck T

yt-white-t-sponsored-post2Then we asked them to share their ideas for making style statements with this wardrobe must have. Check out all of their fun ideas for fashion inspiration:

Thanks to these lovely ladies for their inspiration. Got a great idea for styling? Share it in the comments!




Building Up Breast Cancer Survivors

Thursday, October 7th, 2010

kelly-rowland-heather-thomson-city-of-hopeDear Yummies,

Today I want to talk about something really close to my heart: supporting breast cancer survivors through their healing process.

A few years ago, my dear friend Leslie was diagnosed with breast cancer. Aggressive treatment, including extreme radiation, saved her life. But it also left her skin so sensitive that the pressure of a bra was painful.

When she told me that the soft cotton of her Yummie Tummie was the only thing she could bear to have on her skin, I felt so happy that even in the smallest way I had helped her feel better and sent her a box full!! And I promised, “I’ll find you something to make you feel great again!”

I was speaking as a friend, but it was the designer in me who rejected all the breast cancer tops I discovered: rough fabric, uncomfortable straps and short, impractical jog bra styles that fit awkwardly under clothes. Plus everything was all ugly “make you feel sicker” medical gear!

Breast cancer treatments strip you down. I’ve watched too many friends lose their hair, eyelashes, eyebrows and breasts, in order to keep their lives. I decided to create something useful, beautiful and comfortable — something that builds up these brave survivors and honors their fight: The Survivor Tank.

The lightweight Survivor Tank is made of extra-soft cotton, and has a built-in bra, with gently molded cups and pockets to hold prosthetics. The straps are wide, padded, and adjustable for maximum comfort.

The cotton-covered Yummie Tummie shaping panel provides gentle support, even acting as a medical helper after post-liposuction/reconstructive surgery. You can size up or down to get just the right amount of structure. Plus you can step into the tank and pull it up – no painful arm-lifting required!

Compared to the other breast cancer tops out there, the Survivor Tank is a peach to their apples!

We very proudly donate 100% of the proceeds from the Survivor Tank to The City of Hope Research Foundation. This inspiring organization is both a hospital and a biomedical research facility, treating and healing people with leading-edge therapies. I had the honor of getting to know the City of Hope this past April, when I was a recipient of the Spirit of Life award.

If you — or a woman you love – are in this fight, I hope the Survivor Tank can make a difference for you!

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Shaping Leggings in Grey Tricot – Style of the Week, September 24, 2010

Friday, September 24th, 2010

yt-shaping-leggings-grey-tricot-200-400Go charcoal for a sophisticated and subtle look this fall! Yummie Tummie shaping leggings smooth and slim your tummie, hips, thighs and tush — perfect paired with a long sweater or a sexy mini!

How to wear it: Cool charcoal grey is a hot color this season, especially for must-have leggings! To work this look, focus on accessorizing: ankle booties, flowing scarves, and wool fedoras. You’ll look yummie!




Sarah Tank – Style of the Week, September 17, 2010

Friday, September 17th, 2010

yt-sarah-tank-200-400Sexy, lacy, and slimming, the Sarah Tank takes you from sophisticated days to steamy nights! Pair it with the Camie Pantie for a fabulously romantic set!

How to Wear it: this lace covered tank is sexy and sophisticated! Wear it under a suit for a feminine and polished look, or pair with a slim back mini-skirt for a steamy night out on the town!




Skinny Tank – Style of the Week, September 10, 2010

Monday, September 13th, 2010

skinny_merlot-200-400Style of the Week: The Skinny Tank!

This contemporary basic is made with stretch cotton for a soft and comfortable fit. And now available in your favorite fall colors including merlot, charcoal, chocolate and navy!

How to wear it

This go-to basic works with every outfit:

  • with a hoodie and jeans for a casual day
  • under a boyfriend blazer with trousers at the office
  • peeking through a sheer top on a hot date!



Nursing Tank: Yummie Style of the Week, August 20, 2010

Tuesday, August 24th, 2010

yt-nursing-tank-nude-300x400Yummie Style of the Week: Nursing Tank

So versatile, so fashionable, and so functional! Stay cozy and covered up while discreetly nursing your little one. Plus get the confidence-boosting support from the Yummie shaping panel.

How to wear it: The nursing tank is great as a layering piece, giving you both access and coverage. We love how Bethenny Frankel pairs the nude tank with a pink cardi on this episode of “Bethenny Getting Married.” Click thru the images to see how stylish and comfortable she looks — plus her daughter Bryn is so adorable!