RUBY + ED BAKE OFF

RUBY & ED BAKE OFF

Here at HQ we all love a cake, so what better way to raise money for Cancer Research than to have our very own bake off?!

Raspberry cupcakes, chocolate flapjacks and coconut and lime cake were among the favourites tasted. With over £150 raised it was a tasty morning all round.

Three of our girls are also taking part in the Race for Life Challenge on the 1^st of June, good luck girls!

Ruby + Ed x 

FEELING FLORAL

The Chelsea Flower Show is in full bloom and here at HQ we’re celebrating all things floral.  Spring is well underway and we can’t get enough of these botanical prints; stay in and slip into petal strewn slippers or step out in beautiful floral silk.

 We’d love to see your floral photos; tweet us from the Chelsea Flower Show or your gorgeous gardens @RubyandEd.

Ruby + Ed x

HOLIDAY MUST HAVES

Holiday season is fast approaching, here’s our guide on must have items for a perfectly packed suitcase:

• Prepare your outfits for travelling. A key item is the Mazu Parka in Bark it’s light weight so can be worn on top of a t-shirt to keep you cool and dry, and the multiple pockets come in handy for your passport, guide books, and sunnies. With a drawstring travel bag it’s easy to stow when the sun is shining.
• The Leopard Shimmer & Dove Tote is fashionably practical hand-luggage whether on the plane or the beach.
• If you’re a touristy tourist and love having a wander, the Aruna Cerise Dress teamed with the Golden Shimmer Sandals can take you through from beach to bar.
• Or if you’re sightseeing our Chambray Lace Up Pumps are perfect for pounding city pavements.
• Need a cover up for the beach or a wrap for the evening? The Wandering Elephant Scarf is stylish and versatile.
• Make up! – Some of us get away with a bare face but here at HQ we like to take a few essentials (our picks include tinted moisturiser, waterproof mascara, eye liner, blusher and two lipsticks (one nude and one bright)).  Oh and don’t forget a protective SPF lip balm for the beach. The Orchid Pink Filigree Make Up Bag is great for keeping all these bits together amongst all of your clothes and accessories.
• Slippers for around your hotel are great for the room to spa dash. Make a statement with the Impressions Bow Mule.

 We’d love to see how you’re wearing Ruby+Ed on your holidays! Tweet or Instagram us @RubyandEd.

Ruby + Ed x 

EASTER NESTS

Get baking this Easter weekend, the chocolate nests that we love can be made using either cornflakes, shredded wheat or rice krispies so if you haven’t got time to pop to the supermarket then just use what is left in the cupboard! The children love getting involved so make sure you have an apron at the ready! 

Ingredients

100g of shredded wheat

200g of milk chocolate

50g of unsalted butter

2 tablespoon of golden syrup

A pack of mini eggs

Method

With your muffin tray, lay the large sheet of cling film over the tray and ease the film into each muffin case. Break and crumble the shredded wheat into smaller chunks and place in a bowl.

Break down the chocolate pieces into a bowl, place this over a saucepan of how water. Do not use boiling water and be careful that the bowl is not touching the hot water. Stir until melted and smooth then add the butter and syrup.

Heat gently to allow all the ingredients to mix together. When fully mixed, remove the bowl from the hot water and add in the shredded wheat. Stir thoroughly to ensure that all of the wheat is now covered in chocolate.

Spoon the mixture generously into the cling filmed holes, using the back of a tea spoon push the middle of each nest down to make a nest. Allow to cool, remove the nests from the muffin holes. Place mini eggs at the top of each nests and enjoy!

SS14 SHOOT: BEHIND THE SCENES

To set the scene for our Spring Summer shoot the team headed to a hidden treasure in the Derbyshire countryside. Elvaston Castle, a Gothic Revival masterpiece that was designed in the 1800’s and was home to the 3^rd Earl of Harrington. The country house is most famous for the Grade II listed gardens, first established in the 1830’s by one of the most influential gardeners of the century, William Barron.

This season we bring you our tried and tested pieces from our collections, re-imagined in crisp colours and new styles, brimming with quality craftsmanship.

Our classic satin finish nylon parka’s looked stunning against the woodland landscape. With lighter and brighter tones of Putty and Bark the raincoat added practicality and style to the look we were going for.

After coming across the boat house and lake we fell in love with the view. Our Ebony Jersey Chemise floated in the warm Summer breeze. Proving to be the perfect length for a beach cover up or a dip in the lake it will keep you cool in the summer sun.

Our slipper collection felt right at home in the Old English Garden, surrounded by a sea of colourful flowers and fresh green leaves it created the perfect background for our Impressions and Linen Ivory bow mules.

To see the full collection shop now. 

Love Ruby+Ed x