A letter from the founder
Something lovely to wear for those special moments
Five little reasons the Rubi™ Elegant Dress makes getting ready for a wedding, a birthday dinner or a family celebration feel so much easier.
A wedding or a family celebration should be something you look forward to. So why does finding something lovely to wear always feel like the hardest part?
I know that feeling so well. The invitation has been on the fridge for weeks. Then the morning comes, and you’re standing in front of the wardrobe with half your dresses already on the bed. The pretty ones feel too tight or too fussy. The comfortable ones never feel quite special enough.
All you really want is to look lovely, feel comfortable and still feel like yourself. It really shouldn’t be this hard.
I’m Grace. Claire and I started our little boutique here in Sydney because we’ve both stood in front of that wardrobe more times than we can count. We wanted getting ready for a special day to feel exciting again, not stressful.
That’s why the Rubi™ is so close to my heart. The loveliest delicate lace across the bodice and sleeves. A soft, flowing layered skirt that moves beautifully when you walk. And a fully covered back, so it looks elegant without needing lots of extra accessories. Just add your favourite shoes and a little jewellery, and you’re ready. No more spending the whole morning trying to put an outfit together.
Here are the five little reasons I love it, and why I think it will make getting ready for your next special occasion feel so much easier.
Feel lovely for those special moments
Some days call for something a little more special. The Rubi™ is made for those days.
It’s exactly the sort of dress I think of for a family wedding, a birthday dinner or a lovely celebration with friends. You put it on, add your shoes and a little jewellery, and you’re ready.
Beautiful lace, without feeling overdone
The top of the dress is covered in delicate lace, right down to the sleeves. It adds a soft, feminine detail that looks dressed up, without being too much.
The lace does a lot of the work for you, so you don’t need to add much else.
A skirt that moves beautifully
The skirt is made from soft, lightweight layers. They move gently with every step, whether you’re walking in, sitting down for lunch or getting up for a dance.
It looks romantic and graceful, but never stiff.
A flattering shape with lovely coverage
The Rubi™ has a carefully shaped, tailored fit that sits nicely on the figure while staying comfortable. The back is fully closed, so you have more coverage and a neat, polished look from every angle.
The fabric is soft and breathable, so it stays comfortable from day into evening.
One lovely dress for more than one occasion
A dress like this doesn’t have to wait for one big day. Wear it to a wedding in spring, a birthday lunch in summer and a family dinner at Christmas.
Pair it with heels and delicate jewellery for an evening look, or keep it simple for a daytime celebration.
It comes in five colours: Blue, Pink, Cream, Green and Purple. Sizes run from S to 3XL and the fit is true to size. Please take a quick look at the size chart on the product page before you choose.
The Rubi™, compared with putting an outfit together piece by piece
| Putting an outfit together | The Rubi™ | |
|---|---|---|
| Getting ready | Trying a few options to see what works | One dress, ready to wear |
| Detail | Often needs accessories to dress it up | Lace bodice and lace sleeves |
| Skirt | Depends on the pieces you choose | Soft, flowing layered skirt |
| Back | Varies from outfit to outfit | Closed back and lace sleeves |
| Styling | Lots of pieces to match up | Just add heels and a little jewellery |
It’s not about having more clothes. It’s about having one dress you can rely on when something special comes up.
Choose Your Size →Why the Rubi™ is in our Spring Sale
The Rubi™ is usually AU$299.95. In our Spring Sale, it’s AU$89.95, the same price in every colour and every size.
We’re a small, Australian-run boutique, and the Spring Sale is our way of saying thank you for shopping with us. With so many celebrations coming up before Christmas, it felt like the right time.
Rubi™ Elegant Dress
AU$299.95AU$89.95
Spring Sale · Save 70%
- Delicate lace bodice and lace sleeves
- Soft, flowing layered skirt
- Flattering tailored fit, true to size
- Elegant closed back for extra coverage
- Soft, breathable fabric
- 5 colours · sizes S to 3XL
- Free shipping across Australia
Blue, Pink, Cream, Green or Purple · S to 3XL
Because when you’re celebrating with family or friends, you want to enjoy the laughter, the conversations and perhaps a little dance. Not spend the afternoon worrying about your outfit.
Picture it instead. You slip on the Rubi™, add your favourite shoes and a little jewellery, and you’re ready. Comfortable, elegant and still completely you.
Have a look, choose your colour, and get ready for your next special day.
With love,
GraceCo-Founder, Claire & Grace Sydney
This is a personal letter from Grace, co-founder of Claire & Grace Sydney. Prices are current Spring Sale prices in Australian dollars. Free shipping across Australia.