Toolbox / Snackable
Snackable
We take our responsibility to contribute positively to our local and global communities seriously. Digest a lil' smorgasbord of ways we show up….
Sweet Treats
In support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ, in 2024 we teamed up with our friends at Griffin's on a very special collaboration. With the packs designed by our team here at RUBY, 20 cents from each purchase of Griffin's Pink Peppermint Biscuits & Eta Uppercuts Sweet Vinaigrette & Pink Shallot Potato Chips go towards Breast Cancer Foundation NZ’s vital research, education and support.
The Best Is Yet To Come
There are some pretty amazing people, doing some amazing things out there, and we are proud to have created a platform that has given over 65 people a place to tell their stories. The Best Is Yet to Come was launched to amplify the voices of people who are working in areas that we think are important, and to educate Rubettes around what is possible.
Have a submission? Get in touch! We pay $150 per piece.
CUSTOMISATION FOR ACCESSIBILITY
We make alterations to our off-the-rack pieces for people who have a variety of different access needs. Some examples are replacing zips with velcro, adding splits into the back of blazers, or changing the way a garment is put on. If there is a way that we can make our pieces suit your needs better, please get in touch with us at online@rubynz.com and we will do our best to accommodate you. We don't charge for this service.
Bees Up Top
Bees add huge benefits to our local ecosystems – they’re not just here to create the topping for our toast. They pollinate many types of flowers, plants and trees, helping them flourish. That’s why RUBY HQ house our very own beehives! Lovingly cared for by Bees Up Top, helping to pollinate our local community. We have also donated a hive to Grey Lynn Primary School to allow school children to learn the benefits of bees and what they do for our planet.
Charity Partnerships
At RUBY, we try our best to highlight and support causes that are close to our heart, we feel like we have a responsibility to give back to our community where we can. Recently we have partnered with organisations including Breast Cancer Foundation, the Breast Cancer Cure fashion shows, the Mental Health Foundation, The Women’s Refuge, Dress for Success, and the Auckland City Mission. We also will respond to other ad hoc causes when there is a need for support so please get in contact with us if you have an idea!
Team Training
Our incredible team are key to the future of our business, and we believe that giving them the tools to learn, upskill, and develop throughout their careers, will help them be the best versions of themselves. We run training sessions with people we think are doing great work, some of our favourite speakers and topics recently have been; Matariki with Dr Rangi Matamua, mental health with Dr Sarb Johal, and te reo lessons with Heidi Brickell.
Product
The work and care we put into our product so that each piece is loved for a long time and by many.
Community
We believe in strengthening & educating our local community whether that be those in our team, Rubettes that frequent our stores or those we haven’t met yet.
Carbon Curious
Insights into our carbon footprint and the plan to reduce our emissions.
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