Author: nickyinsideout

ME TIME

Written by nickyinsideout on August 11, 2016. Posted in Fashion. No Comments on ME TIME

Today I am talking about that little bit of time for yourself..

I’ve always been a very social person, feeling at best in the middle of people, with my friends, attending events, dinner parties, clubs, late evenings. When I became a mother, this naturally changed. I still love my social life, as hard to organise as it sounds, but still possible.. Now, I also started to really enjoy those rare moments with myself.

I treasure every moment with Emma and besides blogging, the past year I’ve been a full time mom (Emma will start daycare three days a week in September) but recharging my batteries and especially refreshing my spirit by taking some time to myself on a regular basis was the key.

One of my favourite things to do by myself is to try out new coffee spots in the city (this is HALTE 3) while Emma spends some time with her father and I spend time with me, myself and I..

Of course this time is counted by the minute so a good cappuccino in a beautiful cafe and some well deserved ‘silence’ is all I need. Actually, what I also need is a good bunch of pretty accessories with me.. and my new Timex watch is perfect to scan those precious moments and make sure I am home in time to see Emma’s smiling face when she sees me coming back.

I chose a man watch model because I really like the tan colour of the strap at the moment, the big size and I love to wear it with contrasting feminine jewellery.

Till the next cappuccino then.. my little tip of the day, if you are a mother or you are planning to be one day.. while you are enjoying the blessing of motherhood, never forget the time for yourself!

Inside Out the Look:

Created in collaboration with Timex. Story, styling, photography and creative direction my own.

CAMOUFLAGE

Written by nickyinsideout on August 6, 2016. Posted in collaborations, Fashion. No Comments on CAMOUFLAGE

If you’ve been reading my blog and follow my Instagram for a while now, you might have noticed – enjoyed – found inspiration – ~~had enough~~.. hopefully not! 😉 that I am a big fan of wardrobe essentials, denim and non-colors..

What can be more effortless that boyfriend jeans and cropped top during summer time? Since fashion blogging and fashion photography is my job, I do get overloaded with clothes.. True that! But feeling good in what I am wearing and staying true to my style without experimenting too much it’s, to me, the most important.. and nowadays I do not accept a job unless it’s a brand that truly reflects my style I feel confident in sharing it with all of you.

Here comes the most coveted question I am being asked these days.. Why I hardly, almost never, show my face on my blog and Instagram?

Because the hobby that I loved much enough to become my job is not necessarily about my daily mood or my daily life.. It’s about a passion for fashion, style, fabrics, photography, lighting, angle.. not necessarily about my face. It’s about what I am wearing, the timeless pieces I invest in, my vision of it and the way I put them together.. About what inspires me, what’s trending at the moment in a way we can wear it on the streets, about the details.. not necessarily a full face shot.

Like the look I am sharing with you today.. It’s so ‘me’ since I feel at the same time comfortable and chic in it. Nothing beats a pair of boyfriend jeans paired with a feminine top and a new bag that, as a contrast, is anything but basic.

The bag is from Republica Moda, a website specialised in latin american premium fashion brands. I finally added some camouflage to my wardrobe because it stays true my my regular non-colour palette but it’s that kind of statement I always like to add to a casual chic outfit built on basics.

With regards to showing you my full face, I didn’t change my mind but I did appreciate all the very kind requests.. Luckly enough, nowadays we have snap chat (username ‘nickyinsideout’) and Instagram Stories which give some insights of our daily life between the outfit pictures and my face (or half of it) is there daily with my darling baby Emma!

Inside Out the Look:

Bag: Schutz from Republica Moda | Top: na-kd | Jewelry: na-kd | Jeans: Dricoper | Shoes: Celine

Created in collaboration with Republica Moda. Story, styling and creative direction my own. Photography by Cotton and Cream.

VISIBLY INTERESTING NEW BAG

Written by nickyinsideout on July 30, 2016. Posted in collaborations, Fashion. No Comments on VISIBLY INTERESTING NEW BAG

As far as I can remember, and normally – when it’s about fashion – my memory works quite well.. I never owned an acrylic bag before this Kanjana Designs beauty.

I think the idea everyone could see the ~~super messy~~ content of my bag was putting me off and holding me back by purchasing one.

Do you feel the same way?

Turns out, I was wrong!

I was so captivated by the minimalistic and at the same time super sleek design, that I decided to give it a try and add another baby to my collection.. Because who ever owns enough bags?

The fact that everyone could see crystal clear what’s inside my bag actually makes me leave home ~~a lot of rubbish I never need~~ the things I normally over carry around and just take with me the essentials.

So, not only elevates my outfit but actually makes my life a lot easier and leaving the house’ve never been that faster!

It’a a winner!

Inside Out the Look:

Created in collaboration with Kanjana Designs. Story, styling, photography and creative direction my own.

MARIE STELLA MARIS MAGIC

Written by nickyinsideout on July 29, 2016. Posted in Beauty. No Comments on MARIE STELLA MARIS MAGIC

Even before moving to Amsterdam, when we were still living in London, there was no baby Emma and the weekends abroad were happening often.. one weekend strolling around the Amsterdam canals I spotted the Marie-Stella-Maris shop on the Keizersgracht and I literally fell in love with the whole concept.

Absolutely charming!

I adore the packaging – black & white hello!! – and it’s not only pretty but also very generous in the size and smells delicious.

Between all the products I tried, my favourite is the Liquid soap No73 Poivre Noir Fraiche. A very original scent made from a mix of essential oils of geranium and black pepper. It fits my busy life as it can be used as both hand and body soap and leaves my skin smooth all day!

Needless to say after trying the products I became even a bigger fan! The sweetest part of the story is that Marie – Stella – Maris cares for water! They believe everyone should have access to clean drinking water. For each product you purchase, Marie-Stella-Maris donates a fix amount towards clean drinking water projects worldwide.

Created in collaboration with Marie-Stella-Maris. Story, styling, photography and creative direction my own.

EVERYTHING ABOUT MY SUMMER HOLIDAYS IN ITALY

Written by nickyinsideout on July 23, 2016. Posted in Fashion, Travel. No Comments on EVERYTHING ABOUT MY SUMMER HOLIDAYS IN ITALY

Having said about a billion times how much I love summer, you can only imagine the joy of taking Emma for a month to Italy to the places where I grew up! It’s my favourite time of the year and I love that Ravenna offers so many different beach clubs and places to hang out just a quick car ride away from each other. From the ones we prefer to go only for dinner or aperitivo, to the more relaxed ones where we’ve been spending our days to nights.

If you are following me on Instagram (@nickyinsideout) and snap chat (username: nickyinsideout) you have seen my day to day life already.. but this time I wanted to take the chance of also showing you my favourite places (in case you will want to head there on holiday some day) along with what I’ve been wearing..

Because, as a blogger, a holiday is never a real holiday (I mean no phone, no emails.. not happening!) I needed extra protection for my beloved iPhone to survive its 24/7 shift and I opted for 2 different phone cases from OtterBox this time!

So yes, take a pick at my favourite spots, and outfits to go with it, and I hope to see you there one summer day!!

Il Baretto – Marina Romea (Ravenna). A drink on the sand, with good music under the sky. We like to come here to spend some good time with friends where the atmosphere is really chilled out and you don’t need a change of clothes after a day at the beach.

Cala Celeste – Lido Adriano (Ravenna). Cutest location to spend another day at the beach which can end into a more intimate dinner by the sea. The restaurant offers a more original and sophisticated menu. The location is amazing and having dinner few meters away from the seaside is priceless.

Sol y Mar – Riccione. It’s a small cozy restaurant on the beach. Great ambience and adorable atmosphere, original menu and on-the-beach seating. Was highly recommended by a good friend and the one hour drive from Ravenna was well worth it.

Singita – Marina di Ravenna. My 6pm aperitivo on the beach it’s been a must of this holiday. The fun atmosphere, the tables replaced by blankets on the beach.. Feet on the sand, good music and delicious free appetisers.. The italian way!

Inside Out the Look:

Look 1:

Look 2:

OtterBox Statement Series Case | Top: Takko | Shorts: Levi’s Vintage | Bag: Elliot Mann

Look 3:

OtterBox Strada Series Case | Dress: Eksept | Jewelry: Lucky Eyes and Amen | Bag: Gucci

Look 4:

OtterBox Strada Series Case | Shirt Dress: Won Hundred | Necklace: Mejuri | Bag: Balenciaga

Cases are sold across on OtterBox.com as well as in stores across Europe. France (FNAC, DARTY, Boulanger), Benelux (Coolblue, Bol.com), Germany (Media Markt ), as well we Amazon.

Created in collaboration with OtterBox. Story, styling, photography and creative direction my own.