Jeans - Gorgeous low priced tops to dress up Jeans.

I don't know about you but I am definitely a "jeans" girl, in fact I would probably admit to wearing jeans about 90% of the time.  What's important to me though is what I pair up with my jeans. Sometimes a simple white T shirt, other times a gorgeous floaty top or maybe just something smart/casual and fitted. It seems these days that jeans are even acceptable on the red carpet as you can see by this photo below of Tinsley Mortimer in her Guess jeans. Oh and a helpful tip, my 85 year old mum shouted to me the other day as I turned to walk away...." Lee, did you know that if your jeans have back pockets that are closer to the central back seam that your bottom appears smaller", I raised my eyebrows as I wondered, was that a subtle hint that mine was not small, knowing my jean pockets didn't fit that category!

photo sourced from denimology (an amazing site for sourcing jeans)

Today, however, this post is about dressing your jeans up without spending a fortune. I have found some great tops for you at Shop Ruche, an on-line store with clothes designed for the youth of today, (the not so "youthful" can find great things too). 


The tops and accessories are from Shop Ruche's new spring range. The designs featured here were available at the time of posting.  Shop Ruche also stock a "curvy plus size" which you can find on their website.  


Please don't forget to use your back browser to return to my site if you click on the links :)

The roaming free top is all cotton so great for those of you living in hot and sticky climates!

Sweetly yours cami tunique US$37.99

and for a little bit more colour...

Azaleas 1 shoulder tunic US$36.99

Glazing Paint stroke print tank US$35.99

illustrious watercolors floral top US$36.99

to view these tops and many more please click "here" to go directly to their page.  Photos  above belong to Shop Ruche.

Have a wonderful day.

Lee x

Quote for the Week & International Artist Magazine Competition

Happiness depends upon our’selves.

Aristotle

I like this quote from Aristotle and try to keep it in the forefront of my mind, probably why I have times when I throw myself intensely into something new.  I am a believer in trying to make life  interesting by experiencing new things which in return usually brings more happiness.

Today I received an email from International Artist Magazine saying I had been selected for the next stage of their still life and flowers competition.  I entered the competition with my painting "Inspiration".

Inspiration - oil on canvas 1.20metres x 1.20 metres

I am not only excited but honored and "happy" as this is a world wide competition from a popular Art magazine. If I only get a mention in their magazine I will be ecstatic!  I will keep you informed if I manage to progress further. At the moment I am still trying to fathom out how to turn the 500 x 500 pixel photo I originally sent them into an A4 or 300 dpi size which they have requested to move me through to the next stage. If anyone knows how to do this, please either email me or kindly leave info in the comment box.  I have since sold this painting so its not easy for me to take another photo.  

I would like to leave you with some photos for those of you that love chintz and pink roses. This SUV below belongs to Interior designer, Carolyn Espley-Miller who has covered her car seats with a really romantic, pretty chintz. 

 Wouldn't it be nice to drive around in a car like this.  I can imagine wearing a romantic white maxi dress and raffia hat...oh! and I might be carrying this really cute bag, all of which I found at Shopruche.com, a modern boutique with a vintage touch.

You can see further photos of the interior of Carolyn's Espley-Miller's house at a neigbouring blog, "Inspiring Interiors", a  great blog with lots of inspirational interior photos.

ShopRuche.com - A Great online clothing store

ShopRuche was created in 2008 by Mai and Josh Olivio and their doggy friend Roji. What began as a hobby in  2005 with Mai selling vintage inspired beaded sandals on ebay, gradually turned to sourcing other great clothing items. Mai's hobby turned into a dream come true for both of them when in 2008 they gave up their day jobs to develop  ShopRuche.com.

ShopRuche.com is now a thriving online clothing store that sells shoes, jewellery, accessories and home and office items.  I love their user friendly website with its lookbooks and easy search. Mai has a keen eye for  design and prices are extremely competitive.

I have put a look together a look for a few designs from their store (link below). Please check their shop for availability and to view their many clothing and accessory items.

Bella Luna cut out purse US$54.99 (only 3 left)    -    Santiago Ionas Oxfords US$55.00

Calla Lily Floral Necklace - US$15.99

Laced with Love dress in Lavendar US$36.99

3 floral bangles US$14.99

Spring Patina & Cherry blossoms earrings by Violet Bella US$35.99

Afternoon Dream Crocheted Vest US$35.99  &  maxi skirt in taupe US$34.99

www.ShopRuche.com