Thursday, May 30, 2013

Winter Warmers for the Ladies

Holy Moly, it's cold out there today. Well, not Canada cold, but definitely perth-at-the-start-of-winter cold, you know? The sort of day that should be spent under a doona with a cup of cinnamon and orange tea.

Having only achieved 50% of that (the tea, not the doona), makes me feel as if I need to warm up a little. So let's take a look at these, shall we? Maybe they'll make us feel all rugged up.

Dainty June Softer Than Starlight Tee



I can personally attest to this Tee's softness, actually: I have one at home. I tried it on when it came in, and couldn't take it off. It's like wearing a PJ top in public. With a breast pocket. And creative lining (stripey!).

Gorjess Duffle Coat



We loaned this coat out to the Perth College Charity Fashion Show, and my did the girls look good in this! I didn't realize until I saw it worn, just how sixties it looked. Wear with some tall boots and heavy eyeliner, ladies. 

Louche Gianni Cardi



I like to talk about this cardi's colours in terms of food. Salmon, caramel, cream, licorice. Not a great combo on a plate, maybe, but on apparel. Yum. This cardi is great for skirts and dresses -- it's cropped, so it doesn't cut off your twirling capabilities.

Dear Creatures Mayflower Dress



Champagne bubbles and Peter Pan collars! Such a middle-of-the-night dreamland dress. It's lined, and feels amazingly silky. A must with tights.


Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Feeling Fruity?

As winter winds her way into town, curling her cold wispy fingers through the night air, tending our gardens with replenishing showers and tickling our noses with frosty sniffles... we at Ruck Rover are ready. If you are missing summer already, or perhaps are suffering wintery ills, we'd like to offer you a care package and a nice dose of Vitamin C.

Behold our fruity festival of frocks, tops, bibs and bobs! Is there a tastier way to fend off colds and flu than with a summery fun fruit basket?

At the first sign of impending immuno-failure, remember: An apple a day keeps the doctor away...

Sandy Apples Skirt - $85  


Emily and Fin Jessica Apples Dress - $99 
Sture and Lisa Apples Bib - $16
 Sandy Apple Red Flower Brooch - $15

I wonder if that's also true of pineapples?

Emily and Fin Sophie Dress - $99

Emily and Fin Ava Pineapples Top - $59

They say citrus is in season and full of Vitamin C

Emily and Fin Poppy Lemon Dress - $99
 If you can't decide perhaps mix a fruit salad?

Emily and Fin Alice Fruit Dress - $89
 For any further info on styles, other fabrics in these, or how we can fruit up your wardrobe this winter, please don't hesitate to contact us! 

Sunday, May 05, 2013

A Very Aussie Mother's Day

Community Service Announcement: It's Mother's Day next Sunday! If that threw you into a panic don't worry, we've got you covered. We'll be more than happy to help you find something to go with that super-warm hug you're planning to give your mum. Have a look at these treats (and try to resist getting them for yourself!)

Leif
Does your mum like native flora as much as my mum does? Is love for sustainable Aussie plants a Mum thing? Or just a cool-person thing? I'm not sure, but these Leif products make the most of it: There's a lovely smokey hand balm made from kakadu plum, body washes made from Wild Rosella and moisturizers smelling of  Desert Lime!


Finding Frida Brooches
Speaking of lovely Aussie flora, these brooches would go with the above quite nicely. A customer came in once and said some of them look a little like beautifully presented fossils -- and some of the plants do have that effect! But it's not just Aloe and Mistletoe framed in black or white, you can get kookaburras and butterflies too.


Sarmarie Coasters
Made in WA by local artist Sarmarie (who was also our Mini Art Mart artist for April), these abstract coasters are full of colour. I actually bought some for my mum. I hope she likes them.
They come in themed sets of Sun, Earth, Space and Water.


Togetherness
And while we're talking colour, you're sure to kick a goal with these beautiful brooches by Togetherness. Hand-crafted and stitched by Melbourne artist Esther Sandler, the casings are unique laser-cut perspex with embroidered cross-stitched geo designs. Beautiful.


Rifle
Don't forget to browse our range of cards too for the best way to say thanks!

Rifle Thank You Postcard
We hope you have a lovely Mother's Day! Giver her a hug from us.