Rachel Ruth Romanu is basically wonder-woman . Rachel is an alumni of Pepperdine University in Malibu, California and the Founder of Simple Silhouette, a lifestyle and fashion business that ties in spiritual truths! Rachel Ruth's mission is to help every woman realize how beautiful and unique she is inside and out. And I can tell you, as a follower of her platform, she's doing a fabulous job. Let's get to know the beautiful Rachel a bit better!

Any songs you're loving right now?

It’s hard to narrow this down to just one. My most recent replay obsessions are:

“From The Ground Up” by Dan + Shay
“Die A Happy Man” by Thomas Rhett
“The River” by Jordan Feliz
“Here’s My Heart” by Lauren Daigle

What's your favorite food?

Pasta. It tastes good AND the number of dishes you can make with pasta are endless! I love getting creative when cooking.

Do you have a favorite book?

One of my favorites is titled “Room of Marvels” by James Bryan Smith

Any favorite Bible verses?

I love how different Bible verses help carry you through different seasons in life. Currently, my faith and hope are anchored in the following verses:

Isaiah 43:19 “For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I will make a pathway through the wilderness. I will create rivers in the dry wasteland.”
Philippians 4:19 “And my God will liberally supply (fill until full) your every need according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.”
Ephesians 3:20-21 “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.”

What are some of your favorite things?

Flowers, because they brighten up a room and spread cheer. Hand-written notes, because ink to paper expression illustrates thoughtfulness. And baby apparel, because I love children and miniature clothes. (So cute!)

Are you on social media?

Instagram is my fav social media platform! Follow @rachelruth_ss

Do you have a 'God moment' you can share?

"A distinct God moment that sticks with me like a shadow took place at the end of fall semester my junior year at Pepperdine. I remember questioning if choosing to do the right thing ever makes a difference. I remember pondering whether my efforts to lead a Godly life and be a good example ever impacted someone in a positive way. These curious questions became the topic of conversation among me and my roommates on a Saturday evening. We ended up talking for hours, challenging one another to reflect on whether or not our lifestyle is having a positive effect on others. Obviously we lost track of time and therefore were in a rush to get ready for our Saturday night plans. However, I decided to stay home, revel in the quiet atmosphere and sort through my thoughts. The doubts I had about my life making a difference were on my mind that whole weekend and it frustrated me that I did not reach any grand conclusions…but little did I know, come Monday, my questions would be answered.

As far as I was concerned, Monday, December 6, 2010, was going to be a regular day. I woke up, got dressed, made my tea, grabbed my books and started towards class. Everything about my day was normal until I got a phone call, late afternoon, requesting me to stop by the student center to pick up a floral arrangement in my name. Puzzled, yet filled with happiness (because I love flowers), I waltz down to the student center trying to figure out who these flowers could be from and why I am receiving them. When I arrived at the student center, a smile stretched across my face as I gazed at the beautiful flower arrangement that awaited me. Neatly arranged and well assorted, the flowers in the vase had an excellent presentation. The woman at the desk verified my name and handed over the lovely flowers. I happily made my way toward the door when I realized there was a handwritten note attached to the flower arrangement that read:

“Rachel- You are wonderful! Thanks for being a blessing!”

My heart melted. I felt so affirmed in that moment, I wanted to thank the sender. But wait, there was no signature! Retracing my steps, I returned to the desk and inquired whom the flowers were from. The kind woman smiled at me and said, “The sender requested to remain anonymous.” Hmmm, alright- I started toward the door again only to find myself back at the front desk. “Excuse me,” I said, “Could you tell me if the flowers were from a boy or a girl?” Apparently the anonymous giver was adamant about remaining a secret because the woman hesitantly confessed it was from a girl. So I immediately scratched “secret admirer” off my detective pad haha

Anyway, after confronting all the obvious suspects and receiving a unanimous, “No, it wasn’t me!” from my friends who’d think to send me flowers, I accepted the mystery and cherished the beauty of the situation—God provided me with an answer in a personal way through someone in my life.

I learned that it’s ok to wonder whether or not you’re making a difference, it’s ok to question whether your actions are impacting others, and it’s ok to be intentional about your good efforts in doing right. But just because you don’t always see the fruit of your efforts, it doesn’t mean you are not making a difference.

To this day, I still do not know who sent me those flowers and that timely note. But I do know it will be a God moment I will remember forever. "

Favorite place in the world?

Paris, France is on of my favorite places because it’s an enchanting city with rich art history, exquisite architecture, an atmosphere of refined elegance, and doesn’t lack in quaint corner cafes. I love exploring the city by way of winding cobblestone streets and hearing the French language spoken.

Favorite movies?

It’s hard to choose just one! My favorite genre is movies based on a true stories. But I also enjoy drama and romantic comedies. A few of my top favorites are:

The Blind Side
The Best of Me
Serendipity
Life As We Know It

What's a quote you live by?

Any hobbies?

Cooking, reading, shopping, horseback riding, traveling, coloring (I find it relaxing), playing sports, and spending time at the beach or on a boat.

What are some of your purse essentials?

Lip Care (whether it’s chapstick, lipstick or lip gloss - I usually have all 3!)
Pocket mirror
Business cards
Hair tie or clip
Pack of tissues
Gum
Teasing comb
iPhone
And no joke, I have one in every purse…a pack of fruit snacks! You never know when you’ll need it.

^ one of Rachel's favorites!

Meet Rachel, Creator of Simple Silhouette! 13 March, 2016