Ipad covers

SO we are finally back refreshed from our holidays and Ribbon and Roses is back in action!

Lucky Me! My lovely fiancé spoilt me with an Ipad while we were away. It seems that everyone has one these days, on the bus, in a restaurant or at home. So it was time that I joined the following with the new ipad 3. After I had figured out how to use the blessed thing, I went searching for the best ipad covers…

Ipad Smart cover

This is the one that everyone has. It’s not quite so smart as doesn’t protect the rest of the ipad, but love the turning off feature and also turns into a stand. Key for watching films waiting at airports or boring bus journeys.

Smythson Ipad cover

Much more stylish than the smart cover, and covers the whole ipad, but sadly at £295 it’s a bit out of my price range!

Ribbon and Roses ipad cover

This pretty ipad cover fits an ipad 2 and ipad 3, comes in pink, green and blue and can fit your smart cover in as well. So your ipad will look chic, is protected and still looking smart… At $45  it’s a steal!

Jules xxx

3 Best Things:

Pizza
Sleep
Romance

Girls + Wine + Shopping = A winner evening!

It has been a while since I had had girl’s drinks in my flat, so when I heard that I could get a Ribbon and Roses voucher to spend on myself by hosting a Ribbon and Roses shopping evening, I jumped at the chance.

So after emailing about 15 of my friends a date was booked . R and R created an Evite and everyone had it penciled in their diaries. As usual nearer the time I had a couple of drop outs, but word had got out and there were plenty of people to take their place. Lets face it, who doesnt like a wine and shopping combo.



Goodies from www.ribbonandroses.com

After having the stock delivered and R&R displaying it beautifully, all the guests had to do was arrive armed with cheque books and cash... A few canapés later and a lot of wine (I would suggest adding to your invitation “bring a bottle” if their anything like my friends!) a 1am finisher everyone left with arms full of goodies and very successful night catching up!

Clothes, jewellery and accessories from Ribbon and Roses

If you would like more information about hosting your own Ribbon and Roses Singapore evening or coffee morning email: info@ribbonandroses.com

Jules xxx

3 Best Things:

Food
Sleep
Romance

Brighten up these dreary days

I wouldn’t be a true Brit if I didn’t mention the weather and after three weeks of solid rain in the UK it just seems impossible to talk about anything else!  This time last year I was basking in the sizzling heat of Singapore and with so many of the team at SheerLuxe HQ jetting off to sunnier climes I’ve got the biggest urge to hop on a plane and escape it all.

Until that moment finally arrives (6 weeks on Monday!) and to brighten up these dreary days, I’ve been making my own wish list of key pieces for when the sun finally does decide to shine:

From J Brand

J Brand Neon Jeans – whatever colour you choose, a pair of neon jeans is an essential key piece if you want to look on trend over the coming months.

From Dune

Kat Maconie for Dune – we’re all a bit over excited at SL for the launch of this collaboration.  A good sandal seems hard to find this summer so I’m pretty excited about getting my hands on this pair.

From Iro

Iro Dylan Jacket – yes it comes with a pretty hefty price tag but I LOVE this brand!  And I love this jacket even more now I’ve just seen Gwyneth Paltrow – my secret girl crush – pictured wearing it with white jeans and flats. Simple but very effective.

From Ray Ban

Ray Ban Cat Eyes – this shape is definitely here to stay for another season.  I played it safe last year and opted for their classic wayfarers but this year I’m getting involved.

From Eugenia Kim

Eugenia Kim Trilby – As much as I love the sun my skin just doesn’t.  This summer I’m taking the sensible approach with a hat to keep the rays off and this is by far my favourite I’ve seen so far.

From Ribbon and Roses

Miss Pink Lady Scarf – another colour pop for the summer.  This would look great with a simple white tee and denim cut offs.

Happy shopping!

Laura x

Deputy Editor of SheerLuxe 

Laura's 3 Favourite things:

My dog Nala

A glass of crisp white wine

Dim Sum

9-5

As Dolly Parton’s pelting out "working 9-5" downstairs (yes total closet Dolly fan… or not even closet really) I get endless emails from working girls… not the pretty woman, stand on a street corner in suspenders type, but asking me to suggest which Ribbon and Roses pieces would work for them and pass as office wear.

There is nothing more boring than a pair of Joseph black trousers teamed with a safe Thomas pink or TM Lewin for women shirt so here’s a quick guide which I hope will be acceptable for your office’s…and most importantly items which take you through to the well deserved glass of wine at the end of the day.

Silk ruffle dress

Navy patent ballet pumps

Blue linen Jacket

Blue lace blouse

Blue leaf silk skirt

Cream button back blouse

Please email marina@ribbonandroses.com for any help on sizing, delivery times etc

Some of the items above are in the sale so happy shopping!

Lots of love

Maz xx

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3 favourite things:
Archie laughing
Dolly Parton
Amaretto

Culinary offerings from a small island

I like food. A lot. So when I recently moved to Singapore it wasn't the sun or proximity to turquoise waters and white beaches that got me excited, it was all the different dishes, tastes and ingredients on offer. Eating is not only one of life's greatest pleasures, it's also Singapore's favourite pastime so no excuse for not getting stuck in.

Peranakan, Malay, Chinese, Eurasian, Vietnamese, Indian, Thai, Singaporean and Japanese cuisine all play a part in contributing to the melting pot of food cultures found here. Culinary delights aplenty, I've stumbled across some finger lickin' good local dishes which have taken poll position and deserve a special mention: creamy soupy laksa with prawns, famously found on the East Coast; popiah, crunchy vegetable bits rolled up in chewy rice skin (the Chinese version of a burrito); Peranakan Nonya rice dumplings wrapped tightly in banana leaves. And don't get me started on the dim sum.

Laksa with prawns

Popiah

Nonya rice dumplings

Love Alice X

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My favourite things:

1. Scotch eggs

2. Turkish delight

3. Hot baths (anywhere but Singapore)

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SALE

Ribbon and Roses had a great week last week at Fort Canning Fair in Singapore with lots of regulars coming to pick up new pieces along with new customers. Thank you for all popping in!

Honeycombers snapped us in action!

Our stand before the madness started!

New scarfs and clothes at www.ribbonandroses.com

Postcards, cards, linen and necklaces at www.ribbonandroses.com

We have just launched our early Summer SALE so check out the website to spruce up your wardrobe!

Navy blouse with butterflies NOW £25 

Coral shift dress NOW £35

Lots of love

Ribbon and Roses xx

Wedge wishes

Wedges are like marmite... you either love them or hate them?!

Mostly loved by the girls while loathed by the boys! Guys just cannot seem to get their head around them, often left bamboozled to why one would choose to wear something that (quote from a male friend) ‘looks like an orthopedic shoe’!

I personally am wedge obsessed.

They are an essential cog to my summer wardrobe, which happens to be all year round living in Singapore, I never ever tire of them! When the combo of maximum height & comfort is needed they are my ‘go to shoe’ and are always the answer and come to my rescue for most occasions. I find myself constantly on wedge watch hoping to find an addition to join the army of stacks I have in my cupboard!

Take a look at the latest creations that have caught my eye & are heading to the top of my wish list!

Stripy stacks - www.charlotteolympia.com

Can’t go wrong… classic & simple  – www.charlotteolympia.com

The perfect nude - www.zara.com

Mui Mui gold sparkles… Just because! www.netaporter.com

Love Millie xxx

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 3 favourite things

1. My wirey daxi Chilli

2. Macaroons

3. Holidays