Fashion – Page 24 – Nicole Ballardini

BACK WITH A BUMP

Written by Nicky Inside Out on June 2, 2015. Posted in Fashion, Mom Blog, Uncategorized. 1 Comment on BACK WITH A BUMP

I am back on the blog sphere and I have fully embraced maternity wear. . Mine, consisting in maternity bottoms mainly. So far, and currently, trying to squeeze as many outfits of the clothes that I previously own and can still wear comfortably. On top of the list: elastic waistbands and longer tops that have a little give.

But lets step back, when I found out I was pregnant back in November, the idea of a July birth felt years away. Part of it was a good thing – it looked like I had an infinity of time to get ready and come around to the idea that my life would be totally changing. But now that it’s June and I am 6 weeks away, things feel they’ve moved at high speed.

Until lately, I’ve found the most daunting part of this outgrowth to be literally the pregnancy process, and haven’t given much thought to the birth and consequent parenting ‘full time job’. All of the alterations to my body have been so unsettling, at the same time enchanting (I find myself thinking ‘there is a real baby girl inside my bump!!), that they’ve completely distracted me from what’s to come. On Sunday we are going to start the antenatal classes and I am sure everything is going to feel suddenly very real.

I have had a very good pregnancy so far, but working full time didn’t really leave me any extra space for the blog and regular weekly outfit posts. The truth is that I do regret not documenting this pregnancy with more accuracy, but my job didn’t really leave me any spare time which wasn’t used to sleep. A few weeks ago I had a little complication (baby is perfectly fine!) so the doctor ordered me full rest, especially keeping my legs up at least half day every day. So I am left with more time to write!

Now the countdown is on. I have a few weeks left, I still haven’t packed my hospital bag (even if I’ve already picked the first baby outfit!) and I am slowly getting ready. From what I’ve been told, there is only so much you can set up, after which degree you just have to let go and be open to experiencing one of the greatest joy . And I couldn’t be more thrilled !

Top: Gap (more here) | Trench: Joseph (more here) | Maternity denim: Topshop (here) | Kicks: Adidas Stan Smith (here) |

Bag: Celine (here) | Sunglasses: Miu Miu (here)

BLOGGERS MEET UP

Written by Nicky Inside Out on January 14, 2015. Posted in Fashion, Uncategorized. 1 Comment on BLOGGERS MEET UP

Photos by Helen www.bohotailor.com

Just before Christmas I met up with Helen author of the blog Boho Tailor – We met in Mayfair during my lunch break and rather then food we preferred photo shooting! My dear friend Lorna – Lornaluxe – already told me how great Helen was, in fact it could be no wrong! Helen was great, lovely personality and very talented photographer – you can see it yourself on her blog section Boho behind the Lens. And thinking of Helen now, as long as I love layering, and enjoyed wearing this outfit, I would rather be with her enjoying the sun in Bondi beach in a tank top..

Inside Out the Look:

Sweater: Zara (similar here) | Leather shorts: .Object Collectors Items (more here) |

Coat: Isabel Marant x HM (similar on sale here) | Shoes: Nicholas Kirkwood (more on sale here) |

Sunglasses: Celine Audrey (here)

TOTAL BLACK

Written by Nicky Inside Out on December 22, 2014. Posted in Fashion, Uncategorized. No Comments on TOTAL BLACK

There are a few words that should go with this outfit. First of all, I still love the pieces I got from the Alexander Wang x HM collection, which accomplish my daily wear lately. It just feels good when you buy something and you make a good use of it (I’ve got so many items in my closet which have been worn only once or never! Shame!!). Second, as you must have noticed, I almost live in my flats and these Nicholas Kirkwood booties became my every day shoes of this AW14. However, the big attention today should go to this perfect bucket bag by Golden Lane. It’s the first bucket bag of my collection and I must say I am pretty satisfied of the twist which gives to each outfit!

I guess in total black I start to say goodbye to 2014.

Inside Out the Look:

Bucket bag: Golden Lane (more styles here) | Jacket: Alexander Wang x HM |

Pants: Maje (more here on sale!) | Shoes: Nicholas Kirkwood (here)

BLUSH MEETS CAMEL

Written by Nicky Inside Out on December 13, 2014. Posted in Fashion, Uncategorized. 2 Comments on BLUSH MEETS CAMEL

From fashionable camel to dusky pink.. this colour combo makes for a spring pick-a-boo during grey December days.

While you’ve already seen the Maje jumper, the coat is a new entry! The most beloved piece of my winter wardrobe and very first tailor made coat by my very special designer friend Pia, all the way from Copenhagen! I adore walking the streets of London wearing something so exclusive!

Inside Out the Look:

Coat: by P L S (here) | Jumper: Maje (similar here) | turtleneck: Zara (similar here) | Leather trousers: Maje (here) |

Shoes: Adidas Stan Smith (here) | Bag: Balenciaga (more here) | Sunglasses: Celine (try here)

[PERSONAL OUTFIT] OFF-DUTY SCORE

Written by Nicky Inside Out on December 4, 2014. Posted in Fashion, Uncategorized. 3 Comments on [PERSONAL OUTFIT] OFF-DUTY SCORE

This is a particular look I had in mind since I brought home my new Kirkwoods.

Pleats, pointy loafers, socks and jumpers.. Yes plurals! Breathing this effortless mix already, I couldn’t wait for spring so I went!.. I went bare legs into 3 degrees!

Fashion 1 – Winter 0

*Do not try this at home

Inside Out the Look:

Shoes: Nicholas Kirkwood (more here) | Socks: COS (here) | Skirt: Topshop (here) | White tee: Zadig & Voltaire (here) |

Sweater: Zadig & Voltaire (similar here) | Sweater: Sandro (more here) | Bag: Balenciaga (more here)