Wednesday, February 22, 2012

All About Her - The Cutest Shop in
Guntersville, Alabama

Take a look inside All About Her, Guntersville, Alabama's cutest shop in town! Specializing in fine and trendy apparel, gifts, and accessories, this shop does an excellent job of making sure you have a wide selection for any occasion. Plus they already have some of Yala's New Spring/Summer collection (coming soon!) on display and available now! Check out some new styles and colors in Yala favorites below...


Yala's Circle Top
New Color, Paradise,
Coming Soon!


 Yala's Short Robe and Cleo Gown 
New Color, Peach, Coming Soon!



Yala's Luna Gown in Paradise
New Style, Coming Soon! 

Make sure to stop in if you are ever in the neighborhood and keep in touch by liking All About Her on facebook for upcoming styles and new arrivals...

Until next time,

Lauren of Team Yala

Friday, February 17, 2012

Happy Mardi Gras - Yala Style!

If you didn’t grow up in New Orleans – the home of the biggest Mardi Gras celebration in the US, you may not know what to pack for such an occasion. Not to worry, Yala has you covered! We have styled some Yala inspired Mardi Gras themed outfits! Tell us, which one would you choose?

Mardi Gras Riverboat


Just a little background…

The term “Mardi Gras” in English refers to events of carnival celebrations, the literal translation of the French words are ‘Fat Tuesday.’ Fat Tuesday refers to the practice of the last night of eating richer, fatty foods before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season, which begins on Ash Wednesday.

Mardi Gras Maxi

Popular practices include wearing masks and costumes, overturning social conventions, dancing, sports competitions, parades, etc. Similar expressions to Mardi Gras appear in other European languages sharing the Christian tradition. Other cities famous for Mardi Gras celebrations include Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Barranquilla, Colombia, Port of Spain, Trinidad, Tobago, Quebec City, Canada, Mazatlán, Sinaloa in Mexico, and of course New Orleans, Louisiana, United States.
 
Mardi Gras Jazz Fest


We hope we prepared you for all your Mardi Gras events! 

Until next time,
Lauren of Team Yala

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Follow us on Pinterest to Contribute Design
Ideas on: "Your Yala Apparel Ideas" Board

We love hearing your feedback! Especially tips that help us bring you clothing you will love, which is why we started a board on our Pinterest page titled Your Yala Apparel Ideas. The board is open for anyone to become a contributor, however Pinterest's rules are that you have to be invited, so simply send us an email and we'll send you an invite ; ) Visit us and pin the styles that you love - we’ll take your suggestions to our design meetings. You can even invite your friends to contribute as well.

It's your turn to tell us styles and colors that you want to see in Yala's eco-friendly fabrics! Below are some of the popular styles already pinned. Make sure to check out the other ideas, “like” your favorites, and add a few of your own : )





 



Until next time,

Lauren of Team Yala

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

EcoChic an Earth Friendly Boutique

Yala is proud to be partners with a wonderful shop in Milford, Delaware called EcoChic. Teri Carter's EcoChic Boutique is a unique green business that offers not only environmentally friendly products but trend setters for the fashion conscious. A shop with a mission, owner Teri Carter opened the shop because of a life changing decision...
Teri Carter, Owner of EcoChic


"It started with a little step... several years ago, I was amazed to find out just how much waste a family of seven could accumulate.  So, along with my husband and five young children, we began recycling and quickly reduced our trash to a third of what it used to be. No longer overfilling a large curbside trash bin with non-biodegradables, we quickly moved to two recycling containers while only filling our non-recyclables bin one third full each week. This was the beginning of my obsession with all things “green”.


Over time, I became frustrated with the lack of local eco-friendly options for my family.  Although I could find them online; I wanted to support my local economy.

This is where my large step came in...

I decided to bring “greener” options to our region and open a store that provided Earth Friendly Products to people who shared my passion. There was just one thing missing, a name.  "Eco" was the easy part, but I didn't want to leave out the element of fashion and style. That's where the "Chic" (pronounced sheek) came in; it means just that, 'stylish' or ‘fashionable’! Perfect, I knew I had found it!"


What started with a little step became a life changing decision to run "EcoChic an Earth Friendly Boutique" Teri's previous career as a registered nurse gave her insight into the effects that chemicals found in everyday products have on our health. EcoChic proudly carries eco-friendly cleaning products, skincare, makeup, baby care products, eco-friendly living, handcrafted jewelry and accessories and bamboo clothing."


Be sure to visit EcoChic if you are ever in the neighborhood and keep an eye out for some of EcoChic's Yala favorites such as the Piper Dress, Laurel Wrap and Harlow Top while you are there!
 
 Yala's Piper Dress                                              Yala's Laurel Wrap

 

Don't live in the area? They have a growing online store and an EcoChic Facebook page that you should be sure to check out.

Lastly, we leave all of you entrepreneurs and environmentally conscious people out there with some words of advice from EcoChic owner Teri...

"My words of encouragement to people who are looking to go green are these...start small, but definitely start. If everyone did just a little…together we could all make a big difference."


Until next time,

Lauren of Team Yala

Monday, February 6, 2012

Yala Valentine's Day Outfit Giveaway!

Winner: Melissa Chappelle
Fave Outfit: Yala's Piper Dress


February is full of love and we're celebrating the upcoming holiday by hosting a Yala Valentine's Day Giveaway! Whether your plans include staying in or going out, we're sure you'll find something you like! Enter to win the featured Yala item in your favorite outfit set below...

To Enter:
1. Visit Yala's Facebook page
2. Click 'like' on the outfit you like the best
3. Click 'share' on your fave outfit to spread the Yala love ;)

1st Place

Bamboo Dreams® Piper Dress - 99 Votes

  2nd Place 

Bamboo Dreams® Kiss Me Cami - 81 Votes

   

3rd Place 

4th Place

Bamboo Dreams® Uma Tunic - 55 Votes

 
5th Place


6th Place

Bamboo Dreams® Flirty Nightie - 26 Votes

 Winner chosen on Friday, February 10th

Winner: Melissa Chappelle

Happy Valentine's Day!

 - Lauren of Team Yala

Friday, February 3, 2012

Love is in the air... Yala Valentine's Day Gift Ideas


Love is in the air! With Valentine's Day just around the corner, we thought you might enjoy some gift ideas for your special occasion...

 


Bamboo Dreams® Sugar Pie Pajama Set

Men's Silk Charmeuse Pajamas

 



Silk Habotai Sheet Sets

For the complete list, be sure to visit our official Valentine Gift Idea page...

Until Next Time,
Lauren of Team Yala

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Yala's Versatile Harlow Top -
And All The Ways You Can Wear It!

Ever get stuck styling a top or dress the same way? Life is too short to wear the same outfit over and over! Take a look at all the ways you can style our Harlow Top and tell us, which one is your favorite? Have a different style that you love? Share it with us!


How do you Yala in your Harlow Top? Take a look at this video for more styles and to see how the fabric moves...


Go casual chic with your Harlow and our Long Maxi Skirt - the ultimate in comfort clothing - add some of our Wrap Bracelets, a green purse and tall brown boots to complete the look!
Rock our Harlow with your favorite pair of jeans, some sparkly sneakers and a bulky brown purse - perfect for back to school or a casual night out with the girls.



Be a little adventurous and pair your Harlow with mustard jeans, a trendy cape, bulky knit scarf, boots and pink accessories for good measure - you'll be ready for anything!


Tell us which one you would adorn in the comments!

Until next time,

Lauren of Team Yala