City of light (outfit post) / Grad svjetla (odjevna kombinacija)

 Andrić,  Nobel award winner for literature, described Mostar with these words: "the city of light. " He said: "The light in this city is of special quality"...and I have to agree with him. These photos were taken with a mobile and it was getting late...but they came out pretty good all things considered. Perhaps the magic quality of light in Mostar?

On other note, this outfit is all about DIY. My mum made the top years ago and I loved it ever since...and remember that DIY bag from the other day? I'm really happy with how it turned out! Now, this gypsy dress you have had the chance to see before. I had bought it in Acireale (points for those who know where that is) years ago... Anyway, isn't it great when an item of clothing lasts for years....Baci di Aci! that  phrase stuck in my head:)

Andrić je nazvao Mostar gradom svjetla, rekavši, kako je svijetlo ovdje od posebne kvalitete...i moram se složiti sa njim. Ove fotografije su slikane mobitelom i već je bilo kasno, a opet nisu loše ispale...možda zbog magičnog svjetla u Mostaru? 

 No, malo o odjevno kombinaciji...ima tu puno toga uradi sam...Npr. ovaj žuti top mama mi je davno ušila i od tada ga obožavam...i sjećate se one torbe koju sam ušila neki dan...evo kako izgleda. Nije loše, zar ne? Cigansku suknju vidjeli ste i prije, a kupila sam je davno u Acirealu (svaka čast ako znate gdje je to). Zar nije sjajno kada neki odjevni predmet traje godinama?

Comments

  1. Unknown10 May 2013 at 00:24

    Travelling with you is pure pleasure!!!
    Outfit great and very comfy I guess!
    Best Dressed Poland

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  2. Paola Lauretano10 May 2013 at 00:41

    Fantastiche queste foto Ivana... una luce spettacolare!!!!
    Bello l'outfit!

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  3. Unknown10 May 2013 at 01:06

    Joj meni većina stvari koje nosim traje godinama, volim svoju odjeću i prestanem je nositi tek kad dođe do nenosivog stanja :))

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  4. Ivana10 May 2013 at 01:32

    Fotkice su stvarno lijepo ispale :) Lijepa ti u lijepome Mostaru! :)

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  5. Malo Prase10 May 2013 at 01:35

    Divna suknja a i grad je stvarno lep, nažalost nikada nisam bila.

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  6. The Dainty Dolls House10 May 2013 at 01:41

    So beautiful. What a gorgeous building. You look radiant near it, love the skirt :)) xx

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  7. Wildheart10 May 2013 at 03:03

    Lovely! the skirt is awesome :)

    xxoo
    wildhearttts.blogspot.com.es

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  8. Alexandra Zakharova10 May 2013 at 06:56

    You look gorgeous!!!! First snapshot is the best))
    Have a fabulous time!

    Best wishes, Alexandra
    www.svetusvet.com

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  9. Unknown10 May 2013 at 08:49

    Bellissima questa gonna Ivana!
    Fabiola

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  10. Jules on the moon10 May 2013 at 09:40

    Lovely look!!

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  11. FASHION IS A STYLE OF LIFE10 May 2013 at 10:54

    predivno mjesto za slikanje draga a ti si mi lijepa kao uvjek i imam jednu zamolbu zbog nekih problema morala sam promijeniti url bloga pa ako želiš i dalje pratiti moje postove unfollow me i follow moj blog ponovo na gfc hvala ti na razumijevanju :*

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  12. Laura10 May 2013 at 11:11

    Great maxi skirt!

    http://lovelyprettyworld.blogspot.fr/

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  13. Carmen10 May 2013 at 12:01

    I like the cut of this top and I think that the outfit suits you really well :)
    xx
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  14. Selvaggia Capizzi10 May 2013 at 12:38

    Che bella la tua gonna!!
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  15. Mihaela Pojogu11 May 2013 at 01:14

    Lovely shoes :)
    xo
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  16. gentsomemagazine11 May 2013 at 04:25

    Love the skirt pattern!

    Xoxo

    G.

    http://georgefashiondreamworld.blogspot.it/

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  17. tr3ndygirl influencer e fashion blogger11 May 2013 at 05:19

    Love your content! good job!!
    I waiting you on my blog!
    click -> Tr3nDyGiRL Fashion Blog

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  18. Unknown11 May 2013 at 06:26

    love the skirt!!

    xx
    Très Jolie fashion blog

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  19. Unknown11 May 2013 at 07:23

    Absolutely amazing!! i love maxi skirts nad ouy can pull them off so well! and I cant believe that bag is DIY. So beautiful!!!
    Style Without Limits

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  20. thepinkypromiseland11 May 2013 at 09:11

    Pratim te draga :))) Slazem se sa Lucie niakd ne bi rekla da je torba DIY :)))))) Prelepo mesto, uvek sam zelela da ga posetim:)

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  21. Denisa11 May 2013 at 09:30

    That is really nice outfit and your mum did great job. Have a nice weekend.

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  22. Dressed With Soul11 May 2013 at 12:44

    Dear Ivana, yes, the light in Mostar seems really phantastic! And the highschool on the pictures is indeed abolutely gorgeous - but not to compare with you and your DIY-Outfit :) The top made by your Mom has the perfect colour for the light in Mostar and the skirt is perfect for the opportunity and looks so summerly!

    Wish you a wonderful rest of the weekend, dear Ivana!

    xx from Bavaria, Rena

    www.dressedwithsoul.blogspot.de

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  23. Marcela Gmd11 May 2013 at 12:55

    You look so pretty!!! I love your skirt!!!
    Have a wonderful weekend, Ivana! g+ and like in bloglovin for you!!!:)))

    Besos, desde España, Marcela♥

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  24. Ivana Split12 May 2013 at 02:29

    sure, thanks

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  25. Unknown12 May 2013 at 04:59

    Bello il look e belle le foto! Acireale dovrebbe essere in Sicilia, no? http://lowbudget-lowcost.blogspot.it/

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  26. margaret cruzemark12 May 2013 at 09:18

    So stylish and out of the ordinary! I love your look here Ivana.
    Best Regards
    Miss Margaret Cruzemark
    http://margaretcruzemark.blogspot.com/

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  27. Caro *12 May 2013 at 11:11

    Very elegant beauty :)
    Your skirt is beautiful :)

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  28. ANDAAZFASHION UK13 May 2013 at 03:35

    Really Beautiful dresses on your blog. i am looking forlehenga choli.

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  29. Inez13 May 2013 at 04:32

    It must be the light, your photos looking amazing for being taken on a mobile phone, xoxo.

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  30. Rebecca13 May 2013 at 06:48

    OMG thanks for taking us to these scenic locations.....you are looking so pretty amidst the fantastic backdrop!!!!

    Rebecca
    www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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  31. Unknown14 May 2013 at 00:25

    bash mis e svigja ova kombinacija draga-super ti stoji zhuto-a i lepo je mesto-nikad nisam bila tamo :)

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  32. Unknown14 May 2013 at 07:46

    Super kombinacija<3

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  33. Veselina14 May 2013 at 09:55

    Great outfit,so romantic and stylish :)
    Oh,and thank you for the lovely comment on my blog :))))
    Wish you a lovely evening :)
    xoxo Vesi :)

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  34. Jennifer Behrs19 October 2015 at 03:51

    Hello Ivana,

    "...this outfit is all about DIY" - nicely done my dear! This yellow top looks great on your "gipsy dress" - colourful perfect!!!

    This Pair of Slingpumps looks awesome to me - i never had a pair of shoes like this. And these little handbar is just eyecatching - love it!

    Bye.

    Jennifer

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    1. Ivana Split19 October 2015 at 11:44

      thank you...I enjoyed making this handbag:) these heels were very comfy but they were not of good quality...I don't have them anymore:(

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