Fashion – Page 13 – Nicole Ballardini

WHERE I FIND MY OUTFIT INSPIRATIONS

Written by nickyinsideout on October 2, 2016. Posted in Fashion. No Comments on WHERE I FIND MY OUTFIT INSPIRATIONS

I never have enough of casual chic looks, that’s who I am. A casual look elevated by feminine pieces and designer accessories is always what defines my personal style and it’s something that has evolved over the years.

Curious to find out when my inspiration is coming from?

Straight leg vintage Levi’s (legit from a vintage store and frayed hem operated by my scissors on my living room table) and new Gucci loafers paired with the latest cut white shirt trend (more here), layered with my beloved black leather jacket.

I do follow trends but I never wear clothes I don’t feel good or comfortable in.. That’s why, for me, there are never enough white shirts, off shoulder tops and layer of necklaces at the moment. The one I am wearing today from Dressfo is the perfect combination!

Good part of my time is spent into researching images from the web, magazines, tumblr, Instagram.. In order to be on top of the fashion game I think daily inspiration is vital. Sometimes I bump into an image that in reality would so not be my vibe, but it links to something else and generated a new inspiration. For a long time I didn’t use Pinterest and I am so happy to be on it again and I if you want to see where my main inspiration is stored you can follow my collection of images here.

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

ALL ABOUT MY WEEKEND IN PARIS WITH OTTERBOX

Written by nickyinsideout on September 29, 2016. Posted in Fashion, Travel. 1 Comment on ALL ABOUT MY WEEKEND IN PARIS WITH OTTERBOX

I am back in Amsterdam for a few weeks before my next trip to Italy, after spending the most amazing and fun weekend in Paris with OtterBox together with my bestie Lorna and another dozen of fellow lovely bloggers.

I’ve been working with OtterBox for almost a year now and I was very excited to finally meet the marketing team in person and they proved to be even more lovely! I was so proud to find this out since it’s really important to me to truly love the products and company I suggest you guys. It’s part of my integrity and will always be a fundamental part of my work ethic in my blogging career.

OtterBox took us to Paris for their Symmetry Street event. It took place at Le Pavillon des Canaux. You must take a look at it, in case you missed my Instagram Stories.. People having brunch in a bath tub, my Chanel blending in a completely red room or groups hanging out in a baby-room-look-a-like bed.. It was the craziest and cutest location ever to host a party.

The Symmetry Street event was all about street style and street art! Star of the day was the artist Raphael Federici creating and showcasing his ~~charm~~ artwork on a wall made of phone cases (how cool is that!). Everyone could enjoy themselves getting creative decorating their own case or just sipping a drink by the river. Guess what was my choice! 😉

It was the perfect Sunday in Paris with the most wonderful company.

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Created in collaboration with OtterBox. Story, styling and creative direction my own. Photography LornaLuxe, Guillaume Laundry and myself.

WHAT EVERY FASHION BLOGGER IS WEARING AT THE MOMENT

Written by nickyinsideout on September 23, 2016. Posted in Fashion. No Comments on WHAT EVERY FASHION BLOGGER IS WEARING AT THE MOMENT

If you are reading this post, you probably are a blog reader (obviously) and Instagram user, hence familiar with the biggest trends of the moment: bell sleeves and ruffles, accompanied by freyed hem denim and slippers.

There is no doubt I love trying and enjoying seasonal trends and share it with you and is even more clear, when you walk around shopping windows or surf any fashion website, the abundance of options you come across to re-create this look.

The good thing of wearing seasonal trends, is absolutely the budget options that you can find out there! Exactly, you don’t need to splash the cash! Try this!!

After spending the whole day in this outfit yesterday, I came home pretty much satisfied with myself (I am happy when I am pleased with what I am wearing) and collected quite a lot of compliments. It’s maybe not the most comfortable skirt to cycle around Amsterdam or the most convenient shirt to take notes during my first dutch class or make myself coffee at the office or doing anything related with using my hands.. But it pleased my eyes and made me feel good and stylish.. that sound like a great reason to me!

So today I am going to quote my dutch professor: ‘If you ask why about any grammar rule while studying a new language, you are asking a stupid question!‘.. and I couldn’t think how in the fashion world works exactly the same way!

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

LONDON FASHION WEEK PHOTO DIARY

Written by nickyinsideout on September 21, 2016. Posted in Fashion, Travel. No Comments on LONDON FASHION WEEK PHOTO DIARY

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Dress: Baum und Pferdgarten | Jacket: modemusthave | Boots: Clarks | Bag: Gucci | Bracelets: Lucky Eyes

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BACK TO SCHOOL.. LONDON AND PARIS!

Written by nickyinsideout on September 7, 2016. Posted in Fashion, Travel. No Comments on BACK TO SCHOOL.. LONDON AND PARIS!

The summer is officially over and fall always brings fresh starts and new beginnings (a bit like starting a new diet on a Monday, but it’s actually happening!)..

The weather still allows us to wear lightweight layers but the colours are already darken up. It’s time to introduce rich tones like burgundy, metallic accents and blazers becomes our best friends.. But this doesn’t mean we have to give up our statement t-shirts, ripped denim, and yellow accessories. Not just yet. #favouriteseason!!

Who said that back-to-school was only for the kids?

New beginnings and new plans always bring positive energy! A good vibe comes hand-in-hand with new inspiration and for me this i all translating into new projects in the coming months.

Emma started daycare last week and when they say, it’s more emotional for the mother than the child.. Nothing is more true! Good news is that she’s loving it! Not a tear, not sad faces, just an exciting new phase. But someone else is going back to class.. Me! End of this month will bring to the city a new dutch speaker.. ermm, at least I am going to give it a go! Let’s see about this one..

Last but not least, with the ‘duties’ comes the fun too! From next weekend will be all about fashion and fashionista friends! Flight to London booked to spend a long weekend with my bestie Lorna for fashion week then together off to Paris the weekend after! Expect shows, presentations, meetings, shoots, dinner and events!

September is going to be fabulous!

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