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Author: Nicky Inside Out

LEATHER CULOTTES #NEVERGETOLD

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When I say Amsterdam it still doesn’t feel like home. In a way it’s a strange feeling living like a tourist in your ‘new’ home town. On the other way it’s fun to discover new places every day and look for new and different shooting locations.

Just a ferry ride away from Amsterdam Central Station and you are at the Eye Film Institute, an archive and museum of dutch and foreign films screened in the Netherlands. The architecture is just beautiful.

I was wearing a proper fall look, you know, when you wear a cashmere sweater but you can still afford to go bare legs. I am never really wearing bright colours but this time is a total black look. I can’t get enough of leather and culottes, so when they come into the same item, it’s a go! I styled them with a cashmere sweater from All Saints for a dressed down attitude and paired them with these Miu Miu loafers to give a chic, yet comfy touch.

Inside Out the Look:

Sweater: All Saints (similar here) | Culottes: Zara (similar here) | Shoes: Miu Miu (more here) | Bag: Chanel

 

LAYERING GAME #2

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As a third way of layering this chunky knit I am pairing it with an evening silk dress. I’m really liking the contrast look (without wearing high heels) and the dressed down style. It has just enough swing to take an evening dress to a daily wear.

Inside Out the Look:

Dress: Max & co. (similar here) | Sweater: Zara (similar here in blush) | Shoes: Miu Miu (more designer shoes on sale! here)

 

LAYERING GAME #1

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I love experimenting seasonal trends and love the beginning of fall so we can start layering.. I thought, why not trying something different this time? – The next post will be the second episode. I was inspired by the long lines the designers introduced for this and next season so I paired this sleeveless knit vest for the lenght and versatility. This grey knit was one of my favorite finds in Zara last year and still going strong. The chunky knit works well for the skinny jeans and the vest underneath wore it over skinny jeans gives that dress-over-pants vibe. Finally the blush ballet pumps add a feminine touch.

I also just recently layered this over-sized sweater with a longer shirt underneath and distressed boyfriend jeans for a more casual look but yet cool for a weekend look around Amsterdam.  See it on my instagram here.

A long layer wore ‘underneath’ may sound a little over the top, but paired with casual pieces defenetely made it more ‘me’.

Inside Out the Look:

Sweater: Zara (old – similar here) | Vest: .Object (similar here) | Jeans: Topshop (here) | Shoes: French Sole (here) | Bag: Chanel | Sunglasses: Miu Miu (here)

 

OVERSIZED EVERYTHING

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I never come back from Italy empty handed! I did promise you some shopping! Didn’t I?! I found this oversized blazer and vintage Levi’s 501 and I couldn’t wait to pair them. The oversized blazer is irresistible this fall and the jeans is a good option to the regular skinny .. This look was literally calling my name!

Maybe I am just in the autumn spirit but these shapes gave me many new ideas for layering . . Stay tuned.

Inside Out the Look:

Blazer: Zara (more here) | Tee: Comme Des Garçon (here) | Jeans: Levi’s 501 vintage | Shoes: Adidas Stan Smith (here) | Shoe fringe: Vow label (here) | Bag: Chanel

FALL STAPLES

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Happy Saturday! While this post goes online we are on a plane to Italy.. (Emma being quite the jet setter visiting her third country at only 2 months old) I expect to spend a nice and relaxing 10 days, ‘sharing’ Emma with all of her aunties and grandparents which will mean some ‘free time’ for myself. Of course some shopping will be included in the trip aside the good food, many double shot espressos (the real deal) and vino!

Outfit speaking, this Acne Studios denim jacket quickly became my staple during the transitional weather. I linked a similar one since it was quickly sold out everywhere. I got mine last summer at Selfridges.  When it comes to classics I don’t mind to indulge a bit more because I know I will wear them a lot and won’t go out of fashion. Also, the light denim colour allow me to play with the rest of the outfit and the short cut looks very good with skirts and dresses too.

Let’s just talk about my obsession with flat shoes for a second.. I think I have found my ‘shoephere’ here in Amsterdam, I have barely seen someone wearing heels. It is all about cool trainers, sneakers and flats! Adore!! I love these Chloe espadrilles and I am so glad the weather has been so sunny which allow me to still wear them! The swede is super soft, perfect for my daily long walks with Emma and still feeling stylish. Can you tell I am starting to enjoy my new city?

Inside Out The Look:

Jacket: Acne Studios (similar here) | Top: Uniqlo (here) | Pants: Maje (more here on sale) | Shoes: Chloe (here on sale now!) | Sunglasses: Celine (here) | Bag: Chanel