Spring Jumpsuit Eid

Hello again readers, 

It seems like this year has just started and in a flash we're in October. Even Eid seems like ages ago and my Eid OOTD feels a tad late hehe!

This time of the year, I can really feel the fatigue and this year is no exception. It has been an extremely eventful year for me (in the very best way) and I look back to a year ago with the realisation that our personal growth never stops. Finding purpose and inner peace is a journey that one travels along throughout life. I have really made some huge strides this year personally, and I aim to use what I've learnt to inspire and assist others. Most importantly, these lessons I have learnt will help me be a better person, better parent and more accepting of who I am. 

When we open ourselves up to learning and improving ourselves we certainly set the best example for our kids. We teach them by example, the example that one is never done learning, that enriching and broadening our minds is the key to living life as the best version of you. 

By the time Eid arrived, I had just experienced a trying week, which ended (post Eid) with a very good friend's passing the Saturday. So I had not given my outfit much thought, until I had finished my baking ritual with my youngest and food preparation towards our Eid feast. By 10h30 I was finally free to pick something out of the closet, and I had this white jumpsuit in mind which hadn't been worn. (Another Spree.co.za online sale find.) Luckily the weather was perfect for this Spring outfit, and paired with these sandals I found on sale at ZARA some time ago.

When the evening chill set in, I threw my A Sense of Style sequinned cardigan for that light Spring coverage. 

Morning Eid family photo 

First opportunity to take a couple photo... 

The sequinned cardigan worked well over the jumpsuit

Outfit details:

A-List jumpsuit (with embellishment) from Spree.co.za (buy here)

A Sense of Style sequinned cardigan
Fabulous in Hijab Mesh top 

ZARA heels

Accessorize clutch

River Island scarf

Forever New Earrings

Desray diamante bracelet

Caio for now, 

RuBe xoxo

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Some scary realisations & Jumpsuit print

Hi Readers, 

This has been quite a week, I have come to the realisation that my first born is growing into a young adult. I’ve spent the greater part of the week recovering from the flu, ensuring he goes to physio to heal his ankle (sprained for the 5th time in a year) and taking him to rehab fitness training in an attempt to get him ready for his Holland tour in just over a month. We have been on separate continents before, but he has always been the one at home with family taking care of him. This time, I will be home and he will be abroad - without either parent - which is a first. It means my boy will be thousands of kilometres away playing hockey,  and I won’t be there to watch him… *cue silent sobbing*

As babies they go through separation anxiety, and I now find myself on the verge of it myself. My baby is growing up and going into the big world on his own for the very first time. I know he will have teachers, chaperones and coaches, but he won’t have ME! We have roughly a month to calm me down, and for me to get used to the idea…. Wish me luck!

Today’s lookpost was taken on a scorcher of a day, one where we had to get dressed up for a very fancy dinner.  I was not keen on something stiff so this was the perfect alternative to a dress. It’s no secret that I have been sucked in by the jumpsuit trend, and this one is made of silk, is very loose (thus modest) and the print so pretty. Of course, I paired it with my favourite heels of the moment- I realise I’m going to have to give them a break soon- I’ve been wearing them to death!

Outfit details:

Jumpsuit by Spree

ZARA Heels own import

Jo Borkett scarf

Accesorize clutch

Victoria Secret angel wings necklace

Lips by Dior

Bracelets by Tiffany and Guess

Caio for now, 

RuBe xoxo

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Tropical print & Leather

Hi Beautiful Readers,

When the weather turns this bad just before Spring, it’s time to look forward to days when the sun comes out and warms the soul. Spring brings the hope of renewal, of nature showing us that there is a beautiful stillness after storm. In the same way, after a really dark time, whether it be mental or physical, hold onto the faith that better things are to come. 

The death of funny man Robin Williams, and the reports of his depression just prior to his death, has highlighted the debilitating nature of this disease. The importance is to be aware of the symptoms, to keep an eye out for the signs and offer support. It is such an overlooked disease, affecting all ages, all cultures. As a mum to teenagers, I am particularly alert to this, having heard enough horror stories of teen suicide. 

Its real.

Today’s post is aimed at brightening the mood and clothes can always lift my spirits. Floral is a big trend for Spring, and so are jumpsuits. I’ve paired this one with a lambskin jacket and my metallic heels for a festive feel.

My outfit:

MrP Jumpsuit (last year)

Leather jacket own import

Stylemology heels

Scarf from Bespoke Hijabi

Accessorize necklace

Ted Baker iPad cover (used as a clutch)

Silver earrings and ring old

Ciao for now, 

RuBe xoxo

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The ‘Rachel Zoe’ jumpsuit

Hello readers!

I have had some really interesting developments happen to me in the blogosphere of late. First, The awesome SA Bloggers mentioned me in one of their articles, citing me as one of 2014 Bloggers to watch (see the article here ). It came as a huge surprise and I feel so honoured to be included on this list with 4 other amazing bloggers! Thank you SA Bloggers for your vote of confidence.

Recently I have been invited to participate in a blogger challenge, but more about that when the campaign kicks off. Watch this space for further developments.

I am addicted to pinterest, and find myself pinning away madly- there’s just so much to see! I’ve been following The celebrity stylist, Rachel Zoe, with a keen interest. I love her relaxed, bohemian style and she has so many facets to her style that I can relate completely. Being a mum on the run on the one hand and this creative soul needing to express oneself through fashion, I can totally identify!

This outfit has been inspired by Rachel Zoe, who is a fan of the jumpsuit, the only thing missing is my big shades (oops!) 

Outfit details:

Mr Price Floral jumpsuit

Mr Price waterfall cardigan

ZARA bag

Country Road Belt

Woolworths Fedora

Platfrom wedges from Perry Book Store

Necklace by Zuri

Zando Silver cuff 

Ciao,

RuBe xoxo

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