I'm Afraid I can't

song of the day - I'm Afraid Of Americans by david Bowie

dress - H&M. top - Zara. underthingy to protect what little modesty I have - Primark.

Wasn't the snow lovely! Thankfully I wasn't actually out in it in this outfit, otherwise my legs would have dropped off from frostbite. A few toes certainly came close. I pretty much spent the snow day snuggled up in my dressing gown, only venturing out to take a few photos of the prettiness.

I do love this dress, but it's not often I wear it. The material snags quite easily, so I have to be very careful about where I'm walking while wearing it. That's not an easy thing for me, if I go a day without bumping into something I consider it a miracle.

The snow only stuck around for about 24 hours, I was very disappointed. The only good thing about it was that here wasn't much of a slushy aftermath, so I was able to go to work without donning my wellies. 

Rubi x

Well The Weather Is Cruel

song of the day - Christmas Time by Darkness

It's become apparent over the last month or so that I can't resist a nice jumper. I own a lot of jumpers already, but when the cold hits I just want to be surrounded by them. Some people dream about rolling around in a big pile of money, I dream about rolling around in a big pile of jumper.

I don't own any christmas jumpers, and have never owned one (to my recollection). That had to change this year. I found the above jumper in Primark and it is perfect. Not too tacky or over the top, it's great to show a bit of Christmas spirit.

This next jumper is also from Primark. I already have this jumper in a grey/white mix, and I knew when I bought that one that I'd probably end up getting other colours.  Hopefully I can stop after 2. They're just so cuddly and warm though, I usually wear them to work under my uniform. 

Last but certainly not least is the jumper I'll be living in over Christmas. This beauty is from H&M, and a bargain at £14.99. It is honestly the warmest thing I own, and not scratchy, which I thought it would be given the sparkly bits. I was thinking about wearing this for our family Christmas meal, but it's so warm that I might just turn into a puddle while cooking.

Rubi

I Wish Your Friends Would Leave Me Alone

song of the day - This Is An Emergency by Pigeon Detectives

skirt & shirt - H&M

Everyone needs a little sparkle in their life sometime. I've been wanting a black sequinned skirt for about a year now, but it's taken a while for me to actually find one that fits right. This beauty caught my eye in H&M and it was lust at first sight.
Black sequinned skirts always remind me of Angel from Rent because she wears one in the "Take Me Or Leave Me" scene (and looks stunning in it).

The perfect lipstick colour to go with a sparkly skirt? Red of course. Then again red lipstick goes with pretty much everything if you can find the right shade. MAC's recent Guo Pei collection launched a few weeks ago and I managed to get Brave Red before if sold out.
Brave Red is described as a 'bright yellow red'. I wouldn't really call it bright though, it's more of a muted red on me, and thankfully it's not too yellow. It's a Creamsheen, so it's not drying and has a nice coverage.
The Guo Pei collection has the loveliest packaging in the world. The lipstick comes with kind of a sleeve in a stunning print. If you don't know who Guo Pei is, they are a fashion designer. To me she is most famous for designing Rihanna's dress for the Met Gala, y'know the big yellow one?
I believe this colour is in the permanent collection, so you can still buy it (just without the pretty packaging).

 Rubi

Your Web, I'm Caught

song of the day - Poison by Alice Cooper 

I am so ready for Halloween. I probably won't be going out on the actual day (unless I have to work), but you bet your ghosts I'll be watching all my favourite Halloween movies. Hocus Pocus, HalloweenTown, Casper, and then at night I'll have to watch at least one Nightmare on Elm Street. Freddie was always my favourite horror movie baddie, although I do have a soft spot for old Jeepers Creepers.

I bought this necklace as part of a set from H&M last week and I love it. Spiders terrify me (we'll ignore this from a few days ago), but I do love a good spiders web.

dress - Primark. necklace - H&M.

 Rubi

Simple Things

song of the day - My Paper Heart by All American Rejects

 Some days I do just look like I've rolled out of bed and put on the first clean thing I've found. Probably because that's exactly what I do half the time.

 top - H&M. trousers - Primark.

Rubi
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In That Sunshine State

song of the day - California Love by 2Pac

It's so hot and humid out today, I just about managed to walk to my local pasty shop and back before needing a sit down. I was barely out for 15 minutes and I was ready for a cold shower. It's currently 30 degrees (which is 86 for you fahrenheit peeps) in my town, and let me tell you now, I am not made for heat.
Yesterday I was so close to climbing into the freezer to cool down, but I managed to resist the temptation. Because of the heat and early start at work I ended up taking a nap at 6 o'clock. I think I'm ready for my pension and bus pass now, thank you.

 top H&M. trousers - Zara.

I own a few crop tops, but this my favourite. It looks perfect with any pair of high-waisted trousers.

nails - Barry M You Drive Me Navy

What's the weather like where you are? Are you contemplating an ice bath too?
Rubi
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Soon As I See The Dust Settle

song of the day - Sticks n Stones by Jamie T 

It's been a long week in the world of Rubi. Even though I only worked 28 hours this past week I feel like I haven't stopped until today. This is partially because I've done a massive Spring clean at home. We were supposed to be getting a new boiler put in on Thursday but the guy who was doing it cancelled the day before. This was after I'd already moved all the furniture so he could have access to the radiators. I ended up with lungs full of dust, backache, and no new boiler. I hate Sod's law. Thankfully I'm not in work now until Tuesday, so I can relax a little. Maybe I'll do some retail therapy on Monday (Hello Trafford Centre, I've missed you).

I also had a little bit of a meltdown when my camera wouldn't turn on. It turns out one of the microswitches wasn't working properly, thankfully it just took a quick trip to google to realise, and fix, the problem.

 dress & leggings - H&M. 

top - Poizen Industries. lipstick - Manic Panic, shade: Deadly Nightshade. boots - Funtasma. (all available at AttitudeClothing)

I bought this dress months ago from H&M for less than a tenner, and just hadn't been able to figure out how to wear it until now. The straps are really long, and not adjustable, so the top wouldn't stay up by itself. I liked the pattern of the dress too much not to buy it though. Pinning it didn't work, and crossing the straps over made the dress hang weirdly. The mesh top is tight enough to keep the dress in place, so there will be no accidental flashing in my future.

Until it came to actually writing this post I didn't realise how much I was wearing from Attitude Clothing. All of these items were from an order I made last July. As you might be able to tell from the bottom of the boots I've barely worn those in that time. They have a 4.5" heel, so in them I'm just over 6ft tall. It takes a bit to get used to being that much taller than normal.

How have you all been? Hopefully less stressed than me!
Rubi
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Do You Have To Let It Linger

song of the day - Linger by The Cranberries.

top - River Island. blazer - H&M. trousers - Forever21

I feel like I should be sitting in the Iron Throne for the photo on the right.

Sometimes it can be such a faff to take blog photographs. Especially when you're as forgetful as I am, and don't charge your camera battery in advance.

Anyway, I saw this top in River Island and I knew that I had to have it. It also comes in the reverse colours (black shirt with white 'collar'), and I did almost buy that one just for practicality. White clothing gives me The Fear. I spent a good 10 minutes trying to decide which to go for. I'd pick the white one up, putt it back, walk a few paces away with the black top in my hand, then turn back for the white one. I must have looked a right state. In the end I went for the white one because I liked it so much more than the black one. Hopefully I won't stain it anytime soon!

Do you wear a lot of white clothing? Or do you have The Fear like me?
Rubi
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The Women Keep The Tempo

song of the day - Upgrade U by Beyonce ft Jay Z

I thought as this would be my last blog post of the year, I'd finish off with an outfit similar to my first of 2014. I do love this dress, but it isn't often that I wear it. The wool tends to pull and get caught very easily, so it's a bit of a faff to wear.

 tee- Urban Outfitters. dress & leggings - H&M. scarf - Primark. boots - Bertie.

I'm hoping to get a 2014 round up post done this weekend when I have a few days off from work.  Until then, I'd like to wish you all a happy new year! Lets make 2015 a good one!
Rubi
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Take The Time For You

song of the day - The World Spins Madly On by The Weepies

Every so often I look for clothes on Amazon, and I usually give up after about 10 minutes because it's just like a huge jumble. A few months back I was able to find the above Motel dress for just under £15 (brand new), and I just had to have it. I'm a sucker for a mandarin collar.
I love my leggings. I wear them far too often, but they turn a slightly inappropriate outfit into something I can wear for work, which is always great. H&M are my favourite brand for leggings; I always have two pairs on the go (one slightly thicker than the other). They're comfy, and not too expensive. You can get some cheaper from Primark, but the quality is so bad they barely last through a couple wears.
Rubi
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A Glimmer Of The Suns Rays

song of the day - Sunny Days by Kid British

The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and I am loving it! It's not warm enough to go out without a cardi yet, but as long as the sun stays out I don't mind. I hope the weather is as good wherever you are.

 boots - Bertie

tee and shorts - Primark. leggings - H&M. cardi - knitted by either my mum or nanna.

Rubi xxx

Ever Thought Of Calling When You've Had A Few?

song of the day - Do I wanna Know by Arctic Monkeys

 maxi dress, leggings, cuff & rings  - H&M. shoes - George@Asda.

Rubi xxx