Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ll know that season four of Sex Education was released this month on Netflix, and we all collectively lost our minds. We couldn’t wait to see what the quirky, sexually frustrated students of Moordale were going to get up in their new college. The final season certainly did not disappoint - we are sobbing that our favourite series is now officially over. But what about Ruby Matthews' outfits - can we recreate them? Yes sir.
As well as generally being an absolute icon, Ruby stood out for her impeccable wardrobe. So, we wanted to recreate her most iconic looks from the show using high-street brands. We explore her wardrobe from the final season, as well as seasons one, two and three. We'll start with season four now that it's fresh in our minds.
The Final Season: How To Copy Ruby's Outfits From Sex Education
Season Four
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Cycling along looking like an absolute queen, Ruby wore this stunning outfit with her iconic yellow jacket. Her original boots are the Kurt Geiger London Kensington Knee Boot but if you want to save money, go for the ASOS Western Boots below and save £219. Shop here full outfit here...
Jacket: Scarlett and Black Motorcycle Faux Leather Jacket in Yellow
Top: Fearne Cotton Multi Colour Mock-Crochet Tank Top
Skirt: Wolf & Badger Anarchist Kilt Mini Skirt
Boots: ASOS DESIGN Cupid Contrast Western Knee Boot in Metallic Mix
Earrings: Etsy Multicoloured Beaded Round Drop Earrings
Season Four
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If there's one thing Ruby knows how to do, it's pull off a mini dress. Her original dress worn in the show is still available on ASOS but is low in stock. Just in case, we've got an identical dupe, also from ASOS, available. Ka-ching.
Exact dress: ASOS DESIGN Petite Cotton Poplin Keyhole Mini Dress in Bright Floral
Dupe dress: ASOS DESIGN Cotton Poplin Keyhole Mini Dress in Bright Floral
Earrings: Pink Beaded 18k Gold Plated Huggie Hoop Earrings
Season Four
netflixEating your lunch in a toilet cubicle? Babes, we've all been there. Pair a faux leather jacket with this beautiful navy jumpsuit from New Look. Finish with an initial pendant necklace and beaded earrings.
Jumpsuit: Bright Blue Halter Neck Wide Leg Jumpsuit
Jacket: Scarlett and Black Motorcycle Faux Leather Jacket in Yellow
Necklace: Morella Women's Stainless Steel Necklace Gold with Pendant Letters
Earrings: Etsy Yellow Seed Beads Double Hoop Earrings
Season Four
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The cut-out jumpsuit Ruby originally wore on the show is a Forever 21 number that is now sold out, but we've found an incredible dupe from Free People which you can layer up with the bandeau bra and earrings.
Jumpsuit: Free People We The Free Love Bite Jumpsuit
Top: South Beach Bandeau Bikini Top in Orange
Earrings: Etsy Handmade Yellow Hoop Earrings
Season Four
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Can we talk about this look? Can we talk about this look?? Effortlessly chic. Get a dupe of the red tweed co-ord, as well as cat eyeglasses that can be personalised with a prescription.
Jacket: Warehouse Tweed Square Neck Jacket
Skirt: Warehouse Tweed Pocket Pelmet Skirt
Glasses: Fads & Fashions Retro 1950s 1960s Cat Eye Reading Glasses
Season Four
netflixwww.asos.com
It's giving Clueless, 90s vibes, and we're here for it. The dress that Mimi wears as the character is a Collusion dress, which you can still buy. If it sells out, however, there's another collusion dress that works just as well.
Exact dress: COLLUSION Plus Wrap Pleated Mini Dress in Green Check
Dupe dress: COLLUSION Ruched Sleeve Check Mini Dress in Green Check
Jacket: Scarlett and Black Motorcycle Faux Leather Jacket in Yellow
Earrings: Etsy Handmade Yellow Hoop Earrings
Season Four
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Ruby's fashion choices are making us want to make our whole wardrobe tweed. No regrets. The original dress, from Sister Jane, was altered to remove the sleeves, and you can do the same with this beautiful Miss Selfridges dress.
Dress: Miss Selfridge Boucle Double Breasted Blazer Dress in Pink
Top: COLLUSION Long Sleeve Roll Neck Top in White
Headband: Blush Pink Silky Knotted Bow Headband
Season Four
netflixwww.newlook.com
Although the original dress from ASOS is out of stock, New Look has an identical dress which is equally as adorable. Finish off with some acrylic red 70s hoops.
Dress: Red Ditsy Floral Button Front Mini Dress
Earrings: WOSO Acrylic Oval Hoop/Drop Earrings
Season Four
netflixwww.asos.com
Looking like a sexy glitterball, Ruby rocked this ASOS crop top and trousers, which are still in stock. Finish off with a glitter bow and you're good to go.
Top: ASOS DESIGN Sequin Cami Top with Bow in Pink
Trousers: ASOS DESIGN Extreme Flare Sequin Trouser in Silver
Bow: Etsy Silver Glitter Bow
There was always one character who was a standout throughout all the seasons, and that was Miss Ruby Matthews, played by the amazing Mimi Keene. Season four revealed even more about the queen bee herself than previous seasons, and we are obsessed. Did this finale make us collectively want to rip our heads off because Otis and Ruby didn't end up together? Yes. Yes, it did. Let's have a look at previous seasons and how we can get that Ruby look.
How to recreate Ruby Matthew's wardrobe using high-street brands (seasons one, two and three)
1 of 28Season One: Ruby's First Outfit Moment
In season one, episode one, we meet Ruby Matthews sitting with her squad as she calls Maeve Wiley a "cock-biter". Yeah, not the best introduction, but hey, we needed a good villain. Here's how to recreate Ruby Matthew's very first outfit...
2 of 28Blue Edge to Edge Relaxed Blazer
We're starting off with this great match for Ruby's teal blazer. Big boss energy.
3 of 28Linen Blend Sleeveless Blouse
Next up is a variation on Ruby's red gingham top, with this cute sleeveless option from UNIQLO.
4 of 28Stradivarius Wide Leg Tailored Trouser in Pink
You can't go wrong with a pair of smart trousers - that's what mum always used to say.
5 of 28ASOS DESIGN Lala Slingback Ballet Flats in Pink
Finish off this season one look with these cute pink ballet flats from ASOS.
6 of 28Season One: Ruby's Blue Jumpsuit and Tartan Moment
Ah, the infamous "It's my vagina" episode. This was our first glimpse into the character of Ruby, showing us she wasn't as tough as she let on.
7 of 28Sage Halter Neck Palazzo Jumpsuit
This jumpsuit from ASOS is S T U N N I N G and is a great dupe for the original.
8 of 28Womens Long Sleeve Wrap Over Bodysuit in Tartan
A tartan v-neck bodysuit to go under the jumpsuit. We call this "Highlander chic".
9 of 28Accessorize Large Simple Hoop in Gold
Ruby loves her extravagant earrings and you can't go wrong with hoops. The bigger the better.
10 of 28COCIFER Shoulder Top Handle Satchel
Finish off with the yellow bag she sports alongside Olivia.
11 of 28Season Two: Ruby's Funfair Outfit Moment
Moving onto season two now and the beautifully shot Funfair episode. Of course, nothing was as beautiful as Ruby in this gorg outfit. Here's how we recreated this look...
12 of 28Royal Blue Classic Cotton Denim Jacket
Let's start things off with this bright cobalt denim jacket. No wardrobe is complete without a denim jacket. Period.
13 of 28Denim Lace Up Crop Top
Up next is the lace-up denim top, where we introduce this great dupe from Cider.
14 of 28Flannel Trousers
Ruby's wardrobe on the show combines cool with preppy in the best way possible, and these checkered trousers are giving us major academic diva energy.
15 of 28Season Three: Ruby's Denim Co-Ord Moment
Now we get to Otis and Ruby's relationship in season three. During the episode where Ruby gives Otis- sorry, "Otiy" a makeover, she wears this bomb outfit. Here are all our dupes to create the outfit...
16 of 28Miss Selfridge Halter Neck Waistcoat in Dark Wash
Ruby's exact vest was from Lazy Oaf but is now out of stock - but we love this simple denim vest from Miss Selfridge, now on sale.
17 of 28Miss Selfridge Heart Print Relaxed Leg Jean in Dark Wash
So adorable. You can't go wrong with heart-patterned jeans.
18 of 28Mile High Life Canvas Web Belt
This webbing belt brings us back to the early noughties - we don't know whether to celebrate or cry.
19 of 284 Pack Gold Irregular Bangles
Ruby is never seen without some bangles, so throw this in your shopping cart for some instant magic.
20 of 28Red Tassel Earrings
Here's another Etsy find; these red tassel earrings match perfectly with the ones Mimi Keene wears on the show. We're super KEENE on these earrings...
21 of 28Morella Women's Stainless Steel Necklace Gold with Pendant Letters
If you wear a personalised initial necklace, you're a total maverick. Buy the "R" for Ruby, or rock your own initial in style.
£14.44
22 of 28Olympic Cat Eye Sunglasses
Complete the look with these champagne-coloured sunglasses.
23 of 28Season Three: Ruby's Lilac Organza Moment...
At the end of the episode, Ruby realises she should accept Otis and the way he is (although that coat he wears looks like it desperately needs a wash). We love this lilac look, and couldn't wait to recreate it...
24 of 28Lace & Beads Organza Puff Sleeve Crop Top Co-Ord in Lilac Floral
This crop top from ASOS is a great dupe for Ruby's puffy-sleeved lilac number.
25 of 28Only Hope Wide Leg Jeans in Purple Swirl Print
Rock these snazzy swirly trousers.
26 of 28Lilac Satin Diamante Bow Mini Tote Bag
How does Ruby fit her homework in here? Her locker must be filled to the brim.
27 of 28Transparent Resin Chunky Hoop Earrings
We HOOP you love these earrings as much as we do...
28 of 28SDR Vintage Script Sunglasses
Perfect for pulling down and judging people.
And just like that, your wardrobe is Ruby Matthew approved 👍.
Ruby Barry is a Product Writer for heat, specialising in fashion and beauty. The team has nicknamed her “dupe queen”, as there’s not a product in the world she can’t find a cheaper alternative for.