Calling all budding Stylists….

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r&w600600Have you ever thought about being a Personal Stylist, but just don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’ve already completed an online course, but need some practical help?

Ruby Slippers Styling is super excited to have teamed up with Style and Fashion Mentor Wendy Mac, and together we’re running a one day action packed event.

Ruby Slippers founder Rachel Worden, will be generously sharing all her styling insights, knowledge and giving you the opportunity to practice your skills…and get the feedback you need.

 

The day will include:

  • Personal Styling Training – Both classroom and in-store.
  • A Masterclass on how to conduct a Wardrobe Refresh session.
  • Styling Challenges.
  • Open Q&A with Wendy and Rachel…no styling topic off limits!
  • Networking opportinity with fellow stylists.
  • Convenient Bondi Junction location, just minutes from the train station.
  • And the price…under $200..b.a.r.g.a.i.n!

Want some more information…of course you do!!! Click here to read more and book. Spaces are limited, so be quick.

Dates:

Melbourne, 9.30am – 3.30pm
Saturday, 12 March 2016

Bondi Junction, Sydney, 9.30am – 3.30pm
Saturday, 7 May 2016

Follow your dreams and do something you love!

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Swimwear Shopping Advice by Ruby Slippers Styling

The hell that is swimwear shopping!!

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frontIt wins third in things I hate doing…pipped to the post by bikini wax and root canal!

The lights are always unflattering, you seem to swell to twice your normal size, and you could have sworn your cellulite has doubled since last time you checked. Sounding familiar? Well girls you’re not alone…I am yet to find anyone who skips into the changing room with an arm full of bikini’s and walks out feeling just as happy. Well maybe Gisele?

 

So follow our top styling tips to ease some of the shopping pain, and find the perfect swimsuit to match your shape:

 

 

Big Boobs:

Halternecks and wide straps are your friend, stringy straps are the enemy! You need to feel like you are wearing a bra, if not it’s not supportive enough.

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Seafolly, $184.90  ASOS, $73

Big hips:

Draw attention upwards with details, prints, and colours:

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Capriosca,$143  Tigerlily, $219.95

Small boobs:

Create some shape with dramaic lines, detailed fabric and clashing prints:

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Target, $59  ASOS, $60  Surfstitch, $89.99

Tummy Trouble:

Don’t go for the all black swim suit to cover up your tum. That big expanse of black, will only make you look wider. Try one of these gorgeous numbers, that will give you all the stylish camoflague you need and create some beautiful shape:

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Jets, $169  Isola by Megan Gale at Sunburn, $219.95

Then add some essentials, a load of sunscreen and you are good to go:

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Bag, The Beach People, $22, Sunglasses, ShopBop, $339.91, Hat, Tigerlily at SurfStitch, $69.95

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Kimono, ASOS, $74

Enjoy, and if you need us just sos on admin@rubyslippersstyling.com.au, we’re here to take the pain out of shopping!

A date with David Lawrence!

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We had a ball running styling workshops for the NSW retail ladies at David Lawrence.

We got to play dress up with their clothes, share our styling knowledge and basically have lots of fun with them!

Here’s some of our favorite picks from their range:

 

 

 

 

 

The clever stripes on this dress give you the most awesome shape:

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Tyra dress, $299

Loving the cut out detail on this skirt. The extra layer of fabric hides any trouble areas!

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Lara Skirt, $179

This jacket may not look too much on the hanger, but on it fits like a glove! It’s lightweight, comfortable and has an amazing fit.

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Elle Jacket, $249

This is such a good jacket for summer, and in the sale, win, win. Excuse the model! Shorts, shirt and shoes, also DL.

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Happy shopping x

What’s on your Christmas Wish List?

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Christmas gift boxes on wooden table with snow. Top view with copy spaceAsk the lady in your life what they want for Christmas, and you might hear shoes, clothes, candles, perfume…but what do they REALLY want?

What about a gift experience that could help them feel amazing everyday? We can help tick off that Christmas Wish List this year…and make getting ready a whole new experience.

Our Styling packages are the perfect gift for the person who never knows what to wear, is stuck in a fashion rut or maybe needs a new look.

We have packages to suit every budget, from Personal Shopping to Wardrobe Refreshes. So, let us know how we can help and we’ll have your loved one looking & feeling super stylish in no time!

Order a voucher online here, or if you’d like to chat through what you are looking for call us on:

0450 754 725

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The Countdown To Christmas begins….

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What the Frock?

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300-300Race fever is at an all time high….forget the horses, it’s all about the outfits.

Even the most low key affairs seem to be ramping up their style stakes! Maybe you were feeling blasé about the whole affair and were planning on pulling an old faithful from your wardrobe, but with Derby Day up first and Melbourne Cup less than a week away, suddenly ‘what to wear’ panic mode has kicked in.

The usual conundrum is do you want to spend $$ on an outfit you’ll wear once….maybe twice (if no one posts a picture of you in it on facebook!) Probably not, well fear not, we’ve got our Stylists top picks of gorgeous outfits under $100.

Brace yourself for bargain central……

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ASOS, $81  Portmans, $89.95

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H&M, $59.95

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Target, $69 Boo Hoo, $40

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Tiger Mist @ Myer, $89.95  Dotti, $83.96 (until Sunday, then $119.95 so be quick!)

Add some accessories to finish the look off:

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H&M, $14.95  ASOS, $22

Have fun, stay stylish and be lucky!

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Join us for an afternoon with the girls!

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StylingThere’s nothing better than an afternoon hanging with the girls, top it with shopping, shoes & Jules Sebastian and we are excited!!!

We are teaming up with the ladies at Rise Women for this awesome event…. and we can’t wait.

This year their theme is Style Yourself Confident. And stylish it is….they’ll be delicious food, lots of shopping, styling advice, inspiring talks, Jules Sebastian as keynote speaker…and lots of bubbles!!!

Ruby Slippers will be there offering Express Styling Sessions (we can’t wait!) so make sure you come along and say hi!

Get your tickets here, enter RUBY at checkout and get $10 off, yay!

Join us Sunday 15th November, 1.30pm at St George Motor Boat Club in Kogarah Bay

Were you overdressed for work today?

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joeyDid this hot weather catch you out this week?

Did you find yourself wondering who snuck in over winter and stole all your summer dresses?

If you were one of the many wearing tights, long sleeves and sweating your way into work this morning, we are here to help.

Don’t despair (or overheat) you don’t need to spend a fortune or look like your heading to the beach to stay cool in the office. Check out our Stylist’s top pick of Spring Work Dresses and tell your wardrobe he can keep all the dresses he’s been hiding!

 

 

Team any of these gorgeous dresses with a blazer and nude heels:

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ASOS, $99  Cue, $239  Portmans, $119.95

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Saba, $249   Target, $35   Country Road, $149

If your wardrobe needs a little Spring make over, give Ruby Slippers a call! Our amazing stylists in Melbourne and Sydney can give your wardrobe the refresh it needs. Check out our Ultimate Styling Package or Personal Shopping Package for more details.

Happy Shopping x

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Suede is the new leather!

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The sun is out, moods are lifted…and there is a new sheriff in town…step aside leather, suede is here for the season.  Skirts, jackets, bags, boots, you name it, it’s suede!!!

At Ruby Slippers, we’ve fallen head over heels for the latest retro trend, and have styled up some looks to keep you one step ahead this Spring.

Add one key piece into your outfit to add instant glam, without looking like an extra from ‘The Good, the bad and the Ugly’! Unleash your inner Twiggy, and have some fun with this versatile trend:

 

 

Our-stylists-high-street-picksSkirt, ASOS, $72    Bag, Topshop, $140     Dress, Seed, $399.95     Heels, Sportsgirl, $99.95

If your wardrobe needs a little make over, give Ruby Slippers a call! Our amazing stylists in Melbourne and Sydney can give your wardrobe the refresh it needs. Check out our Ultimate Styling Package or Personal Shopping Package for more details.

Happy Shopping x

Need a little fathers day gift inspiration?

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Looking to get Dad a gift that’s a little unique and something other than a few more calories?

fathers-dayWell, our male styling packages are perfect (if we do say so ourselves)! We offer friendly, hassle free, professional advice.

Whether it’s work-wear, weekend wear or for a special occasion we can help.

It’s so common to get stuck in a style rut, whether it be pulling out clothes that are years old or whether they don’t quite look up to the mark at work. Let one of our stylists take your Dad on a style journey: we’ll find out about him, what he does with with his time, how much he wants to spend…and then we’ll find him a wardrobe that matches that.

We’ll take the hassle out of shopping and help him find his style.  Sounds perfect…we told you so!!!

Call or email us today and get your Dad a Father’s day gift voucher, that’ll make him look a million dollars (without spending it!).

Not sure if it’s for your Dad? Check out what our clients’s said about the session:

Dave – I felt so relaxed and comfortable and loved everything we bought and I am extremely happy. All the stores we went to were great and I wouldn’t have changed anything about the session.

Hamish – I had a fantastic session. The best part of the styling session was the great advice and tips.  I would recommend your services to a friend. Thanks again.

Scott – Just a note to say I was able to be an effective clothes shopper thanks to your advice!  I followed your recommendations re colours and styles and now have a much smaller but more efficient wardrobe. Once again, thank you for all your help – the investment was well and truly worth it!

Nigel – A big thank you from me, I’ve come away feeling much more confident in clothes shopping thanks to a very fun day. Very much appreciate it!

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Prices start from $250 for 2.5hours

AVAILABLE IN MELBOURNE AND SYDNEY 

Are your knits in bobble hell?

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Argh, damn those little bobbles on your knits…nothing says ‘she’s didn’t buy cashmere’, like a sweater full of pills!

The little pills pop up on clothes that are higher in acrylic or polyester…but, before you head out shopping for a wardrobe full of cashmere, follow Ruby Slipper’s Stylist’s guide and get your knits looking good as new in no time:

Always machine wash cold or hand wash.

Avoid washing with items that have zips or buttons. If you are a serial washing offender then wash in a laundry bag or pillow case that fastens.

Air dry..the dryer is your enemy!

Don’t use pegs on the items, it will weaken the fabrics.

Use a knit comb, to remove any bobbles currently there.

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Sussan, $9.95

Make those knits last till Spring, not long to go now x