VALENTINES DAY

It's almost February which means the 14th is creeping up on us fast! To get you in the mood we thought we'd inspire you with a romantic meal for two, why not surprise her? If you're looking for the perfect gift, then make the most of our sale and pick up the perfect present for less. 

Pan-fried sea bass with puttanesca sauce & celeriac chips

Prep:15 minsCook:35 mins

Serves 2

Ingredients

1 onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
pinch dried chilli flakes
400g can chopped tomatoes
1 tbsp small caper or 1 tbsp large capers, chopped
6 pitted green olives, roughly sliced
250g celeriac, peeled and cut into thin batons
200g kale, roughly chopped
knob of butter
squeeze lemon juice
2 sea bass fillets, skin lightly scored
small handful parsley, chopped
3 teaspoons of olive oil

Method

Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a frying pan. Tip in the onion, garlic and chilli flakes and cook over a low heat for 10 mins until soft. 

Add the tomatoes and ¼ can of water and cook for 8 mins until thick, then stir through the capers and olives. Can be done earlier in the day and chilled.

Meanwhile, heat oven to 220C/200C fan/ gas 7. Put the celeriac on a non-stick baking sheet. Add another 1 tbsp oil, season and mix with your hands. Spread into a thin layer and roast for 25 mins, stirring once, until golden and tender.

Put the kale in a steamer and cook for about 5 mins until tender. When done, pop a knob of butter on top, squeeze over a little lemon juice and season.

Heat the remaining oil in a non-stick frying pan. Season the fish fillets, then put in the pan, skin-side down. Cook for 3-4 mins until the skin is golden and the fish is almost cooked through. Turn and cook for 1-2 mins more, depending on the thickness of the fillets.

Meanwhile, heat the sauce through, season and add the parsley. Spoon the sauce onto 2 plates, top with the fish and serve with the celeriac chips and kale.

What are you doing this Valentines? Tag us @rubyanded 

Lots of love,

Ruby+Ed X 

WHAT'S YOUR SIGNATURE SLIPPER?

At Ruby+Ed, we can't help but feel January is the time to treat yourself or a family member to a little pick me up. With such great discounts of up to 60% off our favourite slipper styles. It'll be hard to choose just one pair!  

THE CLASSIC MULE - NARROW + WIDE 

A slipper with no fitting around the heel, this means they are an easy, casual on off style. 

THE SHEEPSKIN SCUFF 

A hard sole with luxurious sheepskin inner, they'll be sure to keep your toes feeling very cosy.

THE LUXURY BALLERINA
This shape has a closed back and replicates a classic ballerina slipper style. Not forget - you can tighten the teddy ballerina using the bow as a drawstring. 

THE COSY BOOT
The ultimate favourite and the perfect slipper to do the housework in. 

THE FUNCTIONAL MOCCASIN 
The moccasin provides a closed back slipper based on the traditional American Indian style sole turned up on all sides with a simple gathered seam. 

Let us know which is your signature slipper style @rubyanded

Lots of love,

Ruby + Ed X 

JUST IN CASE GIFTS

It's that time of year where lots of different occasions spring up on us, here at Ruby+Ed we have a variety of products perfect for gifts to suit birthdays, weddings, baby showers and more.  Not only this, we've just added some exciting new items to our sale. So make sure to pick up some post Christmas bargains and get ahead for the months to come! 

For her birthday

(bear fur jacket) 

For his birthday

(Men's Umber embossed bruno)

For a baby shower

(Baby mimi mouse and toy set)

For a little ones birthday

(Baby teddy booties + topsy)

For a new home

(Caribou cloud HWBC)

For a wedding

(Ladies sheepskin scuff, Men's sheepskin scuff)

For valentines day 

(Britcandy burgundy collar)

Did you recieve Ruby+Ed as a gift? Tag us @rubyanded, we'd love to see!

Lots of love,

Ruby+Ed X 

NEW SALE ITEMS

Have you shopped out sale yet? We've just added some lovely new items with great discounts, make sure you don't miss out and take a look here. 

Reversible Aztec Stone Gilet

The reversible gilet is a great investment piece for Spring. With Siberian Stone faux fur on one side and a woven cotton blue and white Aztec design on the other, you can wear this piece throughout Spring and Summer. With 2 pockets and 3 hook fastenings.  

 Was £160.00 Now £96.00 

Agate Handpainted Scarf

Beautiful hand painted marble print scarf with a raw edge finishing.  Each piece will be entirely unique, crafted from a lightweight wool and silk mix fabric, with a soft hand feel. The neutral colours will pull together any summer look. An exceptional gift for someone special or for yourself.

Was £60.00 Now £36.00 

Wandering Elephant Scarf

This lightweight cotton modal scarf has a strong elephant digital print in atlas inspired colours. This is an extremely easy to wear piece to add a stylish finishing touch to your outfit. The impressive elephant print makes this scarf perfect for a short beach sarong.

Was £73.95 Now £44.37  

Kid's Unisex Natural Cloud Boot

Beautifully designed unisex slipper boots in all over Cloud with elasticised sides for warmth and comfort. Faux suede sole.

Was £24.00  Now £14.40

Ula gold linen pj set

Gold handblock printed lightweight traditional pyjama set. The jacket features contrast cuffs, a chest pocket and cotton covered buttons down the front. The bottoms are elasticised for comfort with two back pockets. Due to the hand printing process, each piece is entirely unique making it a perfect gift.

Was £98.00 Now £49.00  

Falling Blossom Chemise

Decadent night dress made in cotton voil with floral print detail. This pretty chemise comes with adjustable straps and double lining for comfort.

Was £80.00 Now £40.00 

Ula Chandri Robe

This stunning gold hand block printed night robe is the ultimate indulgence for the home. Made from a white cotton flax mix, with a large waist tie and turn up cuffs in a gold silk cotton mix. Each piece is entirely unique, making it the perfect gift

Was £140.00 Now £70.00

Get shopping these great stylish pieces by @Rubyanded

Lots of love,

Ruby+Ed X

GET THE LOOK - THE BELTED COAT TREND

It's that time of year where it's easy to feel fed up with our wardrobes - this weather isn't helping either. No matter what we do, our chunky winter boots, fuss free layers or parkas don't feel quite as exciting as they did before.

Get the Look and try this easy winter update. Here at Ruby + Ed we're loving this new belted coat trend. Why not clinch in your faux fur with a trusty old belt, to refresh and revive such a classic look?

This trick is loved by fashion bloggers and editors, as you can see below. It'll certainly add an extra touch to your January wardrobe, and help you beat those January blues!

(All tumblr)

Why not breath a new lease of life into an old belt? Such an easy look to recreate - any leather, suede metallic or skinny belt will create the perfect flattering silhouette.

(Ruby + Ed Husky fur long coat, Ruby+Ed Bear fur long coat)

Team our husky fur long coat, (now only £137.50) with a skinny tan belt for the perfect contrasting look. If bear is more your thing, opt for our bear fur long coat and a thick black belt to create a statement. This is the perfect relaxed casual weekday look, a style that you can re-invent and make your own - we're a little bit in love!! 

Is this trend you'd go for? Tag us @rubyanded 

Don't forget to keep shopping our sale to beat those January blues!

Lots of love,

Ruby+Ed X 

SNOW READY!

With snow forecast on the way - we've got the perfect winter warmers to keep you toasty, whether you're going on a snowy walk with the family, heading away for a winter break or getting that sledge out of the shed!

Snowy walk

(Mink cossack hat, Coyote hooded coat, Husky neckwarmer)

 Sledging

(Twilight ebony fox beanie, twilight twist knit snood, putty husky fur parka, oatmeal twist knit snood, bark wild wolf fur parka, wild wolf  trapper hat) 

 Stepping off the slopes

(Husky Cossack hat, husky mitts, Seafoam husky pom scarf, BritCandy burgundy hood, Ebony fox mittens) 

What will you get up to in the snow? Tag us @rubyanded.

Don't forget to grab your last minute bargains in the sale! 

Lots of love,

Ruby+Ed X 

FAUX THE LOVE OF FUR

If you buy one item this season - make sure to opt for faux fur. 

Faux fur has taken off as a huge trend, with the likes of celebrities Victoria Beckham, Kylie Jenner and many others celebrating and supporting the faux fur revolution. 

At Ruby+Ed we have a wide range of faux fur coats, and they're currently all on sale! Why not grab your piece of fake fur for less, - after all, it looks like it's getting colder again!

Our Husky fur jacket is one of our bestsellers and now just £99.50 in our sale - reduced from £199.00! This jacket exudes glamour, with a wide rounded collar, two hip pockets and vintage style hook fastening. The perfect day to night jacket. Billie Carroll from Made in Chelsea is a big fan as you can see below! Buy yours here.

(Husky fur jacket)

  

(Billie Carroll Instagram)

(Billie Carroll Instagram)

Our Coyote fur hooded coat is the cosiest and most popular at Ruby + Ed. Now just £220.00 reduced from £275.00. Similar to our mink fur hooded coat worn by Sienna Miller last season, this style is developed from a vintage cut with a slight flare at the sleeve for added glamour. The midi length is perfect to protect you from the cold. Not only this, but this beautiful coat was featured in Playing fashion magazine just recently - take a look here. 

(Coyote fur hooded coat)

(Playing Fashion)

(Playing Fashion)

As seen on Lady Helen Taylor, the Queen's cousin - the bear fur long coat is the ultimate classic. Now reduced to just £137.50 from £275.00, This longline faux fur coat is sure to get you noticed. This was also featured in the lovely article by Playing Fashion, see below. 

(Bear fur long coat)

(Playing Fashion)

We hope this has inspired you to invest in some of your own faux fur for this January.

We'd love to see you wearing it, tag us @rubyanded.

Lots of love,

Ruby+Ed X

GOLDEN GLOBES 2015

The team all settled down in our Ruby+Ed slippers yesterday evening to watch the Golden Globes!

Did you catch it? As it's the first big night of 2015 on the Hollywood calendar, all eyes turn to the gorgeous gowns and sophisticated suits. See the trends being set for the upcoming year and the team's favourite outfits below. 

Metallic

Blue Hues

Bold Reds 

Cute couples

We think they should have opted for some faux fur! They all look incredible though, don't you think?

Let us know which outfit is your favourite - tag us @rubyanded

Lots of love

Ruby+Ed X

JANUARY- TIME TO GET HEALTHY!

Why not kick start your year with the ultimate detox?

All that overindulging over the Christmas period might now be catching up with you - so make a fresh start this month beginning with eating right. (We're certainly feeling it in the office!) Try out these easy healthy recipes - you won't regret it! Eat  better this January and start 2015 how you mean to go on. 

Broccoli Rabe & Chicken White Pizza

The bold flavors of garlic, crushed red pepper and lemon make up for the fact that this white chicken pizza recipe has less sodium than a typical pizza. Not a fan of bitter greens? Opt for broccolini or broccoli instead. To save time, look for prepared whole-wheat pizza dough at your supermarket, fresh or frozen, made without partially hydrogenated oils. (Eating well)

INGREDIENTS

1 pound whole-wheat pizza dough

12 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, trimmed

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

1/4 cup thinly sliced garlic

6 cups chopped broccoli rabe or 4 cups chopped broccolini or broccoli

Zest of 1 lemon

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, plus more to taste

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup part-skim ricotta

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1. Position a rack in lowest position of oven; preheat to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or coat with cooking spray.

2. Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to about the size of the baking sheet; transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Bake until puffed and crisped on the bottom, 8 to 10 minutes.

3.Meanwhile, cut chicken in half lengthwise and then crosswise into thin strips. Heat 3 tablespoons oil n a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until just starting to brown, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add the chicken, broccoli rabe (or broccolini or broccoli), lemon zest, crushed red pepper and salt; cook, stirring, until the chicken is just cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

4.When the crust is done, remove from the oven, flip it over and brush with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Using a slotted spoon (to help drain any excess liquid), transfer the chicken mixture to the crust and spread evenly. Combine ricotta and lemon juice and dollop all over the pizza.


5. Return the pizza to the oven and bake until the crust is crispy on the bottom, 6 to 8 minutes more.

Per serving: 432 calories; 20 g fat (3 g sat, 10 g mono); 45 mg cholesterol; 44 g carbohydrates; 1 g added sugars; 13 g total sugars; 25 g protein; 4 g fiber; 443 mg sodium; 350 mg potassium.

Pan-fried sea bass with citrus-dressed broccoli

INGREDIENTS

2 sea bass fillets, about 140g each (see tips, below)

1 small head of broccoli

1 orange

6 tbsp olive oil

4 tbsp small capers

6 anchovies, roughly chopped

1 lemon

1.Before you start cooking, get everything prepared. Trim each sea bass fillet so they are both the same shape, then score the skin, cutting into the flesh slightly, 5 or 6 times at about 1cm intervals. Set aside.

2.Segment the orange – slice off the top and bottom, then cut away the skin and pith. Cut away each segment, then squeeze out the juice from the rest of the orange into a bowl. Cut the broccoli into medium-size florets.

3.To make the warm broccoli salad, cook the florets in a pan of boiling salted water for 1 min until just cooked. While the broccoli is cooking, put a frying pan on to heat. As soon as the broccoli is cooked, drain it, then tip straight into the hot frying pan to ‘scorch’ out all the moisture.

4.Turn off the heat, then scatter the orange segments over the broccoli. Toss for a few moments just to heat through, then tip into a bowl and dress with the orange juice and 2 tbsp olive oil. Season with pepper and a small sprinkling of sea salt, then set aside.

5.Wipe out the pan. Season the fish with a little salt and pepper just before cooking. Heat the frying pan until very hot, then add 2 tbsp oil. Lay the fish fillets in the pan, skin-side down. As soon as it goes in, press each fillet down with your fingers or a fish slice to stop it from curling up.

6. Reduce the heat to medium, then leave the fish to cook for 3-4 mins, undisturbed, until you can see that the flesh has cooked two-thirds of the way up and the skin is crisp and brown.

7.Flip the fillets over, then fry on the flesh side for about 2 mins until just done, basting the skin with the oil in the pan as it cooks. Leave to rest on a warm plate, skin-side up, and baste with the hot oil and juices from the pan.

8.Pour 2 tbsp olive oil into the pan and place it back on a high heat. Scatter in the capers and anchovies, then cook until they start to crisp. Grate over the lemon zest and squeeze in the juice of ½ the lemon. If there isn’t enough juices in the pan to drizzle over both plates, add a splash more oil. You are now ready to plate up.

Per Serving:Calories:528,Protein;36g;carbohydrates;39g;fat;39g;saturates;6g;fibre4g;

sugar;9g;salt;2.97g

Let us know how you get on! Tag us @rubyanded 

Don't forget to keep shopping so you don't miss out on some really great bargains this week! 

Lots of love,

Ruby+Ed X 

NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS

Wishing you all a very happy new year from the team here at Ruby+Ed! 

A new year means taking a look back over the previous 12 months and a time for reflection.  Did you buy that house you wanted last year? Get fit and healthy?

2015 is all about change and a chance to stick to those goals you wish you would've stuck to this time last year - come on, no excuses this time! To get you in the mood our team have shared with us their new years resolutions and they're going to do their best to stick to them too! 

(Pintrest)

Nina- My new year’s resolution is to keep fit all year round – rather than just in the summer! The reason for this because I aim to take part in charity fundraising events each year – starting with Cancer research race for life on the 7^th June 2015.

Laura- Mine is to give blood and to help people that need it. 

Charlotte- Mine is the usual ‘get fit’ resolution, I managed to be super healthy for around 5 months last year and then gave in to chocolate and crisps, so that’s my target to beat this year! Another resolution is to do more and see more that will inspire me :) 

Laura- My new year’s resolution is to go to the gym and fitness classes 4 times a week, stay away from cheese and chocolate and I’m also doing dry January so staying away from alcohol.

Lucy- Mine is to make more of an effort to keep in touch with all my friends and family who that I don’t get to see regularly and try to see them more often.

Katie - My new year's resolution is to get up earlier everyday, be more organised and spend more time with my dog! 

We'd love to hear your new years resolutions for 2015!

Tag us @rubyanded

Lots of love,

Ruby+Ed X 

HOW TO STYLE RUBY + EDS ACCESSORIES

Here is a few tips and hints on how to style your Ruby+Ed accessories for the look of luxe this January!

Our Black panther tippet and black panther cuff gloves with a maxi coat

Our black panther neckwarmer with a navy crombie

The antelope tippet and Antelope pom beanie with a slimline grey coat

The husky neckwarmer with a Camel coat

The ebony fox headband with a Leather jacket

Our antelope twist knit snood with with our Bark fur parka

The husky & coyote neckwarmer and coyote cossack hat with a Jumper

The ebony fox tail scarf with a smart blazer for a work to night look

Lots of love,

Ruby+Ed X

THE CHRISTMAS EDIT

Happy New Year to you all! We can't believe it's 2015 already!

We hope you all had a lovely Christmas and a wonderful New Years Eve.

After the holidays we asked you to tag us with your Ruby+Ed gifts that you received from your loved ones. We hope they made your Christmas that little bit extra special!

Thank you to everybody who tagged us, we have collected a selection of our favourites below.

(RG Amlwarner)

(RG lapetiteanglaise)

(RG Rachconst)

(RG Heart_of_queen)

(RG Jakkidoodles)

(RG cecily_rose92)

Lots of love,

Ruby+Ed X