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2026 Summer Wrap Dress Guide

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2026 Summer Wrap Dress Guide

Most of the dresses in this collection are designed around unique, limited edition deadstock fabric that Yana and I selected in person in Los Angeles back in March of 2025. So, we've been thinking about, looking at, and talking about these specific colors and prints for well over a year...

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Fashion trends to follow in 2023

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Fashion trends to follow in 2023

It's time to say "goodbye" to throw away fashion trends. Fast fashion clothing companies try and convince us that we should be following every constantly changing trend, so we always have to buy more to have a good wardrobe. Well, I don't believe it! I encourage you to set the resolution this year to buy clothes that you really like, whether they are trending or not. Daily life is more fun and fulfilling when clothes are comfortable. When we find beauty in ourselves, personal style can be body positive for anyone. I decided to write about these five fashion trends I hope you...

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2021 Mother's Day Gift Guide

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2021 Mother's Day Gift Guide

Keep reading for a list of Yana Dee's Top 10 Mother's Day Gifts for 2021. Click the banner above to shop the full gift collection of all 40 runner-ups! 1. A New Heirloom Blanket This one is great for mothers and children of all ages. Yana Dee's 2021 Patchwork Blankets have have heirloom potential. They were carefully crafted from salvaged and organic cotton. Of the 4 we started with, only two remain. Get one while you can! 2. The Etta Dress One of Yana Dee's newest dress design is perfect for young parents, grandparents, and other people with bodies who want an...

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Virtual Tour: New Year Reset

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Virtual Tour: New Year Reset

Happy New Year! While you can still find all of your favorite products on our website, our store front has undergone a thorough a "sparks joy" reset to kick off 2021 with minimalist aesthetic and intention. Winter Cozy, Wardrobe Staples, Classic Glamour, & Sew Much More.

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Yana Dee in Miami

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Yana Dee in Miami

I thought it would be fun to share some highlights and insights we gleaned from our family business trip together. So without further ado, here is a list of things!

1) We want you to be comfortable...

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