RuBe’s Closet - Modest Fashion and Lifestyle

Friday, 5 February 2016

Choose Casually

Happy Friday Folks

Another week dusted, another week to be grateful for.

I look back at this week, and feel really blessed for moments I have spent with my family. I choose to focus on the little moments here and there; my family is just as busy as I am and so we have to savour the interactions we have with each other. In today's fast paced life it is really important to be present as it is so easy to lose an hour by scanning social media, watching an unimportant rerun on TV or obsessing over unnecessary things.

I am not bashing social media, in fact it is integral to what I do, however, I do plan my times on social media very carefully. I have three daily slots, which will not affect my family, when I will post, read and catch up. If I've missed something, that's just unfortunate. I choose when I watch TV, and try to remain true to my priorities.

I choose to focus on the positive aspects, I choose my attitude, my responses and where I want to go. I believe that if I concentrate on the fact that I choose to be busy, to be chauffeur, to spend hours in meetings and class; that I will be happier with the way my days have gone. There are many instances where we cannot choose, such as death, illness and accidents but we can choose how we react and how we allow it to impact our lives.

This week I shared a quote:

" I am not what has happened to me,

I am what I choose to become "

- Carl Jung

It is so powerful and profound, that it struck a chord within me and made me realise that that's what I have been concentrating on for the longest time.

I choose my circumstances.

We choose the good and We choose the bad.

Once we realise this, we take responsibility and accountability for our own lives. We set excellent examples to our kids, who will undoubtedly model our behaviour.

While I do believe that things happen as they are meant to, as humans we have also been given choice. It is what sets us apart from animals.

I urge readers to reflect on the past week, and evaluate your choices. If a situation turned bad, be critical, and determine whether a different choice could have changed the outcome.

Once we become conscious of our decisions, we readily accept the consequences.

Today's casual look is representative of how we need to relax, even when times are insane- make a choice, a decision to find that space of tranquillity.

I've chosen to pair a lightweight denim shirt with a fun printed pants, pulled together with Stan Smith sneakers for that totally chilled look.

My outfit:

Levis denim shirt from Spree

Legit printed pants

Stan Smith Adidas sneakers

Ralph Lauren sunglasses from Sunglass Hut (Bali)

Rebecca Minkhoff bag

Tuesday, 2 February 2016

All Female Outdoor Cinema Experience - Ticket GIVEAWAY

GIVEAWAY NOW CLOSED.

WINNER:

Charlotte Coetzee..

Please contact me to arrange delivery of your tickets.

rushda@rubescloset.com

Hi beauties!

On Saturday I was treated to an enjoyable brunch to launch the All Female Outdoor Cinema experience. It promises to be an evening of fun, a ladies night out and time to let the hair down, so to speak.

And if you’re anything like me, then you would be so excited to hear that the movie they will be screening is Grease! With the gorgeous summer weather we’ve been having, what better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching an old classic movie under the stars?

Sisters in Support, a charitable collaboration between Little Big Event Planners and Sisters in Hijab have decided to host this charitable event. The proceeds will be donated to “Little Angels”, a Somerset West based NGO which cares for children with disabilities. The children have various incapacities and range in ages from little babies to young adults.

Ladies only

13 February 2016, 19h00

at the Islamia College Sports Field.

Tickets are currently on sale, and tomorrow they will offer a Wacky Wednesday offer on their website where tickets will be discounted. So if you’re waiting for the right time to buy tickets tomorrow would be it.

Prices as follows:

Option 1 : Ticket only - R120

Option 2 : Ticket, Popcorn & 500ml beverage - R160

Option 3 : Ticket, Popcorn & 500ml beverage & 65g Whispers - R175

I will be unable to be there due to a family commitment, but I have decided to gift one lucky reader with two tickets (option 1) to the event. Snacks will be on sale, bring along your blanket and pillow to ensure maximum comfort.

Follow the steps below to enter:

1. Like my FaceBook page here

2. Share the event/ my post regarding the event on FaceBook

3. Comment below that you have done the above.
4. Competition will close Monday 8th February 2016 at 5pm.

Good Luck!

Sponsors:

Precious Rose
Few and Far Collections SA
Minimal Exposure
Chroma Creative
Ashiqah G

Caio for now,

RuBe xoxo

Friday, 29 January 2016

Colour of love OOTD

Welcome lovelies!

This week provided some relief from the intense heat, and we welcomed some much needed rain.

(I offer up a prayer of gratitude and thanks).

On that note of thanks, I have decided to make today’s topic for some inspiration, LOVE. In all its shapes and forms, it is as essential for life as breathing. I don’t only refer to romantic love, but self love, sibling love, parental love, love of anything which makes one happy. It is proven that if we concentrate on those things in life which bring us happiness, we will be happier. And what will lead from happiness is love, it will emanate from your being and will be a tangible feeling that can be felt around you, thereby radiating positive energy. And whatever you send out into the universe, will come around; you will be loved in return.

The journey starts with self love, not vanity, it starts at the point where we decide to value ourselves. As parents we place ultimate importance on the fact that our children should have high self esteem, confidence and enough self awareness to be well functioning adults (especially in our superficial society). We focus on their development, sometimes to the detriment of our own progress. Life is not static, so emotions and feelings change all the time, this means that as adults we too need to constantly develop self esteem, confidence and self awareness. Trials and tribulations thrown at us will change our path, can throw us off balance and result in compromised self esteem and confidence. The only solution is to get up, reroute and face in a new direction. Rebuild that self esteem and confidence; and the belief in yourself will propel you forward.

When we focus on positivity, we attract positivity…

So let’s go out there and spread some love, it can be in the form of a hug, a heartfelt thank you or just a smile. The world will be a better place when our theme is positive, it will be a better place when we stop looking into other gardens instead of our own.

PEACE.

And in today’s monochrome lookpost I’ve included the colour of love to pop! the outfit.

Red represents love, passion, energy and motivates action.

These pieces are all from last Winter, and will continue as staples in my wardrobe.

Remember, now that we have the January sales in full force, that smart shopping is essential. Pay higher prices for classics made with good fabrics, and lesser for high fashion trendy pieces.

Outfit details:

Country Road Shirt (shop similar here)

Soviet coated denim jeans from Zando (shop here)

Scarf gifted

Madison heels from Zando (shop similar here)

Pauls Boutique leather shopper (shop similar here)

Tiffany & Co bracelets bought abroad

Caio for now,

RuBe xoxo

Friday, 22 January 2016

Beat the Summer heat…

Welcome readers,

The first full week of school and work, and we sure had some scorchers! Life has returned to normal, and even though I am armed with the intentions to balance life, my first week was a bit of a crazy one. There are certain things which are outside of my control so I will have to focus on balancing those things I can control. Kids schedules, sport commitments, music classes and all the rest were a distant memory when I started this year with enthusiasm.

As always, life happens, and the original plans need to be altered to tie in with my objectives; taking into account any detours on the path. No matter, I have opened myself up to embrace things as they happen, with the ethos that if it was meant for me it will happen. I have also been trying to let the reins go of things that don’t matter as much and not trying to control everything around me.

Let It Go.

If it is not an integral part of your plan, or it is not a life and death situation, just let it go. It is also important to be able to distinguish between issues which are not yours, and when people attempt to dump at your door. Steer clear of drama, those who are constantly in victim mode and those who always blame someone / something else for their circumstances. In time they too will realise that the only way to improve your life is by looking inwards. One needs to start the change from the inside and the rest will happen; and realise that nobody else is responsible for your journey but you.

There is no foolproof recipe for living a better spiritually balanced life, and we all just try our best, but if you are mindful of the above, you are on the right path.

I have found myself drawn to whites, this past few weeks and I am certain it’s due to an inner calm I have found. This white cottage dress from Gadija Khan is perfect to beat the heat, it’s light and flowy and super modest. It can be worn open as a light throw over skinnies and t-shirt or as a dress with leggings, so its really trend and versatile.