Glastonbury 2014

The biggest music festival of the year has been and gone once again. While unfortunately we weren't there dancing in the mud we did love watching Dolly live from the comfort of our sofa!

And of course…we were on festival fashion watch. If you’re heading to a festival later this summer, stay dry and pack a parka a la Alexa Chung...

Mazu Reversible Parka in Bark

...Or channel boho style and layer our revesible gilet over a tee and denim cut offs. 

Ikat Shimmer Reversible Gilet

Finally, if there’s one thing we learnt from this year’s Glastonbury…don’t forget your wellies!

Love Ruby and Ed x

TENNIS & PUMPS

Wimbledon conjures up images of strawberries and cream, tennis whites and rain showers. Show off your tennis whites this season and wear British fashion with pride. 

Featured above are our classic lace up pumps, floaty Agate hand printed scarf and popular tribal tee, all key whites for this season.

How are you wearing your Ruby + Ed pieces? Tweet, FB or Insta us...

Ruby + Ed x

SUPPORTING IN STYLE

The World Cup kicked off this weekend! Love it or hate it, we've got your wardrobe sorted....

• Kick off in our classic lace up pumps that are sporty yet stylish. 

• Not a football fan but being dragged to watch the match? Be comfortable in our Tee's and look good too.
  
• Or if you’re staying in and want to put your feet up and watch the match (or avoid the match!), we have the right loungewear for you.
  
  

Let us know how your supporting Twitter, Facebook or Instagram…

Ruby + Ed x

HOLIDAY ZONE

Returning from her hols in Portugal; visiting Lisbon and Villamoura in the Algarve, we asked our Brand Director Nazia for her top holiday tips!

·         Capriccio was perfect for excellent fresh Italian food and deserts - delicious crepes and ice cream (essential for me as I travel with two children).  

·         Dom Pedros Buzios beach club was perfect for lunch for fresh seafood and easy jacket potatoes for kids.

·         Lots of lovely Chinese restaurants – I’d recommend Tai Tai for good food at great prices and a relaxed informal setting.

·         Travelling with kids is tricky so I always plan well ahead for easy outfits. Pack a medium sized sarong that can double as a scarf - our wandering elephant scarf was my companion from the oceanarium to the pool.

·         A tote bag is another holiday essential. I found our leopard shimmer tote perfect for carrying the kid’s cameras, sketchbooks, lollypops and other snacks for exploring. It’s also perfect for the beach!

·         Hire a car – we loved driving around the Algarve’s beautiful coast to discover uninterrupted treasures like Albandeira beach. Pure heaven! 

Tell us what your thoughts are of Portugal, tag us in your pics via Twitter, FB or Insta...

Ruby + Ed x

NEW BRIT CANDY COLLECTION FOR AW14

Having fun with our new Brit Candy collection! #AW14 #ComingSoon#SneakPreview

Calling all faux fur loving fashionistas across the globe, be a candy girl...

We really hope you love it as much as we do.

Let us know what you think, tweet or FB us, we would love to hear your comments...

Ruby + Ed x 

HOLIDAY SEASON

Sun kissed and back with a tan, Holly our PR and Marketing girl has just returned from Dalyan in Turkey. We asked her to share her holiday highlights and tips:

• Enjoy the sunshine and head to Iztuzu beach, 3 miles long with gorgeous clear sandy waters. Make sure you take the water taxi from the riverside for a beautiful boat trip!

• Don’t forget your flip flops! Ruby + Ed Golden Shimmer Sandals were great for walking along the hot sand.

• Enjoy the Turkish food, Houmous and Halloumi to die for! And also great ice cream...be warned, the cheeky vendors are likely to put on a bit of a show for you… don’t be surprised if you walk away with ice cream on your nose!
• Head into town for some shopping of course! Turkish towels and handmade soap were among the goodies brought home. Don’t forget to barter, the locals are friendly and fun and you should expect to pay about 3/4s of the original asking price.

If you’re travelling this summer, let us know your top tips!  FB or Tweet us @Rubyanded #RubyandEdsummer #holidayhighlights

Ruby+Ed x

RACE FOR LIFE

After training for weeks, our girls at Ruby + Ed HQ have completed the Cancer Research 10k ‘Race for Life’. Well done girls! Raising over £645!!! Now time for a well-deserved rest and a cup of tea…

(The girls celebrating after crossing the finishing line -we did it!)

(Laura and Lucy recovering with some tea in their Ruby and Ed Slippers)

We asked the girls what advice they would give to anyone participating in the future:

• Don’t run too fast – keep a steady pace
• Invest in some good trainers
• Bring a bottle of water – you will need this throughout the race
• Sun block – for unexpected sunshine!
• Bumbag – to keep phone, jelly tots, car keys, etc
• Music and headphones

I asked our girls what they did after the race…“had a cold drink and a burger” Why not eh!

If you have taken part in the race for life, we would love to see your photos, hear your comments, Tweet or FB us @rubyanded

 Ruby + Ed x