Shopping My Stash: Naked 2 Palette

Naked 2 Palette - £30

I thought that I would create a new series of blog posts where I 'shop my stash', i.e. attempt to fall back in love with beauty items that I have neglected over the months. 
The first item I dug out the draws was my Naked 2 palette after hiding it away for the past 6 months. I am extremely lazy with my eye makeup, a bit of mascara, and on the occasion some winged liner and I'm good to go. 
I recently went to Aura Mayfair nightclub for a friend's 21st birthday which was the perfect occasion to get some use out of this palette. I created a brown smokey eye using the shades 'Half baked', 'Snakebite', 'YDK' and 'Busted', with some 'Bootycall' in my inner corners. (I will post some different looks you can create with this palette when I finally get a new tripod) 
The £30 price tag sounds fairly expensive, but for 12 quality eye shadows with little fall out and great longevity, I think this palette is great value for money. It is the perfect neutrals palette with a mix of matte and shimmer shades, I have definitely fallen back in love. This would be a perfect present to give or receive this Christmas!

Love Ruby.    

Trend Guide: Totally Tartan

Whether it be a skirt, a scarf or a shirt around your waist, tartan is a must have in the wardrobes of the fashion-savvy this A/W. The high-street has gone crazy for the punk inspired print, featuring in Topshop, Primark and Newlook to name but a few. It's the perfect way to inject that bit of Rihanna 'bad girl' vibe and even a hint of Scotland into a look. Try pairing a tartan skirt or trousers with a plain boyfriend tee. Or if you're going for something less daring throw on a tartan scarf with a khaki military jacket and some Chelsea boots. Tartan seems to be the print that gets me in the mood for wintry walks and the 'C' word - Christmas! Dressed up or down, tartan is here to stay for the cold days ahead...  

Here are a few of my tartan picks for this A/W: 

Totally Tartan by ruby-frampton featuring smocked dresses

ASOS smocked dress
£28 - asos.com

Missguided plaid shirt
missguided.co.uk

Leather skater skirt
newlook.com


(Scarf - Primark & Tartan T-shirt - Topshop)

Love Ruby.

Haulin' #4 - Missguided

[Left to Right]

1. Missguided Moriko Monochrome Daisies Cropped Blouse

2. Missguided Priya Embroidered Rose Cut Out Swing Top

3.Missguided Laetita Leather Look Asymmetric Mini Skirt

4. Missguided Maaria Leather Tee In White

5. Missguided Vitricia Strappy Cross Back Bodysuit In Black

I'm ashamed with myself for not blogging in over a month... Juggling university, a job and my social life has proved harder than I thought! I thought I'd ease myself back into the world of fashion blogging with my favourite - a haul. These are just a few bits that I have purchase from Missguided over the last couple of weeks. I have had a bit of a love - hate relationship with Missguided, but I love it at the moment! But I have been really into wearing black recently - maybe its the change of weather. Monochrome and leathers are extremely popular this season and I can't seem to get enough. Plus, all of these items were bargains, all under £18 each. Go check out missguided.co.uk to see if there's any pieces you fancy for A/W.

Love Ruby.

Top 10 Trainers: Air Force 1

Next on my list of Top 10 Trainers are the low Nike Air Force 1s. In my opinion, white is the only colour worth getting. They are so crisp, and I would never dream of wearing mine out if it's raining. They retail for £66.99 and around the £40 mark if you are lucky enough to have size 5.5 and under. I think this is actually extremely reasonable for a classic and popular style of Nikes', when the Air Max can retail from anything between £94-£125. They aren't as comfortable as the Air Max, as I feel they are quite structured and hard with the thick sole; however, this means they are less likely to lose their shape or crease. They are the staple white trainer in my wardrobe and think they can be paired with any outfit - from a casual outfit of MOM jeans and a crop top, to a dressier outfit of my American Apparel tricot skater dress. I purchased mine from office.co.uk, and if you're a student you'll get an extra 10% off. 

Love Ruby.

Haulin' #3

Payday came while I was away in Greece, so the moment I got home I literally ran to my laptop to buy some of the bits on my Wantworthy list - sad I know. After putting all of my crop tops and denim shorts away till next summer, I found myself with little in my wardrobe that I actually liked. I've decided that I would rather invest in key interchangeable wardrobe pieces than lots of cheaper items that I will get less wear out of. I do tend to follow trends so I mixed up the haul with the Goth, Camo, Tartan/Checked and Sports-luxe trends. 

ASOS Sweater with Eye Motif - £36

Monki Millie Shirt - £18

Boston Tee by Project Social T - £25

Poorboy Camo Chain Tie Crop Shirt - £45

ASOS Aran Sweater in Berry - £36

Noisy May Dark Checked Shirt - £28

Topshop MAMBO Canvas Lace Up Boot - £35

My bank balance is crying after this, but I'm pretty set for A/W 13 now..

Love Ruby.