The story of a dress (outfit post) / Priča o jednoj haljini (odjevna kombinacija)
































This dress arrived from New Zeland years before I was born. My mother was nineteen or twenty at the time. She wore it for a wedding and then for  years the dress was just hanging in the closet...until I rediscovered it. I paired it with heels I wore on my wedding day and a simple white clutch. The necklace I'm wearing is semiDIY ( I combined a necklace with a broken earring), while the hair accessory (fascinator) is all DIY.

Ova je haljina stigla iz Novog Zelanda godinama prije moga rođena. Moja majka je imala devetnaest ili dvadeset godina tada. Nosila ju je na neko vjenčanje i onda je haljina godinama visila u ormaru...dok je ja nisam ponovo otkrila. Nosila sam ju s petama s mog vječanja i jednostavnom bijelom torbicom. Ogrlicu koju nosim napravila sam kombinirajući slomljenu naušnicu i ogrlicu koju sam imala, a ukras za kosu je kao što sam već napomenula u potpunosti moj rad.

Comments

  1. JustCleo9 May 2015 at 23:49

    The background is amazing!<3
    The summits of the mountains- breathtaking<3
    You look lovely!:)

    http://www.justcleo.pl/2015/05/ripped-jeans-powder-pink-jacket.html

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  2. Paola Lauretano9 May 2015 at 23:58

    Questo vestito è splendido Ivana e le foto meravigliose!!!!
    xo Paola
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  3. Unknown10 May 2015 at 00:04

    Look at them sex legs! Ivana, you look amazing! I can't believe the dress is so old...it looks like it could be in the shops right now. And I love how you paired it with those fab heels. You look like a hot girl stranded on the side of the road waiting for an equally hot guy to fix your broken car :D

    Jasmin xx
    http://www.whatdefinesus.com

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    1. Ivana Split10 May 2015 at 10:26

      that scenario sounds like a potentially awesome music video:)

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  4. Carolina G. Ticala10 May 2015 at 00:24

    Very nice dear!!!Beautiful photos!!kiss

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  5. isidora10 May 2015 at 00:43

    zzjako lepa haljina, draga moja!
    svidja mi se tvoj blog, da li bi htela da se zapratimo medjusobno?
    Sve najbollje
    i ousa is Srbije
    isidora
    http://highheelpoodl.blogspot.com

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  6. Unknown10 May 2015 at 01:59

    E ovakve priče o odjeći obožavam! :) A ja sam jučer bila uvjerena da se radi o super majici, kad ono pojavi se fantastična haljina! :) Mislim da mi dugo nisi ovako predobro izgledala, sjajno ti stoji, cipele su divne...ma šta da više kažem? Glasam za još ovakvih haljina :D

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  7. Prerana10 May 2015 at 02:43

    Looking lovely

    New post - Wishlist

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  8. Enara Girl10 May 2015 at 02:54

    You look very nice. I don't know why your mother didn't wear the dress again, it is beautiful. xoxo
    http://enarasthings.blogspot.com.es/2015/05/summer-with-sheinside.html

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    1. Ivana Split10 May 2015 at 10:37

      probably because she doesn't like to stand out.

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  9. Zuba10 May 2015 at 03:40

    haljina je baš dobra a ti odlično izgledaš! :)
    i ja volim kad odjeća ima priču...

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  10. Szöszi10 May 2015 at 05:05

    great pictures !!
    nice outfit !!
    pretty!
    http://judymuhely.blogspot.hu/

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  11. Unknown10 May 2015 at 05:07

    Cute outfit and so beautiful pics!
    Have a nice week end!
    Photographer Gil Zetbase
    http://www.gilzetbase.com/

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  12. spaventare moda10 May 2015 at 05:22

    Lovely post You have such a nice blog! Keep up a good work! <3


    x
    http://www.spaventaremoda.com/

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  13. Anonymous10 May 2015 at 05:30

    That dress is gorgeous! I love the colour of it!

    Raindrops of Sapphire

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  14. Oksana Zolotukhina10 May 2015 at 06:22

    Such lovely pictures!!!! That dress is a stunner! You look gorgeous.

    http://fairyland111.blogspot.com/

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  15. Marzipan10 May 2015 at 06:27

    Gorgeous!!

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  16. Serene10 May 2015 at 06:46

    Ivana you looks so beautiful! the dress and heels are ammmmmazing and the views behind <3

    Serene | I Am Serene L

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  17. Serene10 May 2015 at 06:46

    Ivana you looks so beautiful! the dress and heels are ammmmmazing and the views behind <3

    Serene | I Am Serene L

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  18. Monica Hein ~ Beauty Diary10 May 2015 at 08:52

    beautiful; pics :) your shoes are super pretty

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  19. Alexandra Zakharova10 May 2015 at 09:17

    What a beautiful dress with a wonderful story behind it. I do love to wear such things a lot, these precious rarities from the past hold memories.
    I must say you look amazingly beautiful and feminine in this dress, you should wear such dress model more often, I suggest:) This design for a dress is so suitable for you, to my mind. And the pastel color of it is so appealing!
    I can't but mention that the town and mountains on the background are very attention catching too, the view is breathtaking!
    Wish you a blessed day ahead!

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  20. Unknown10 May 2015 at 09:54

    Hermoso look
    http://ichbinsil.blogspot.mx
    Ichbinsil.blogspot.mx

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  21. Unknown10 May 2015 at 10:03

    Dear Ivana!
    That is a very nice dress with a wonderful history. You look very pretty!
    LG Carolin

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  22. Lady Trends10 May 2015 at 10:39

    So beautiful dress Ivana! You looks so pretty on it!
    Keep in touch! ;))

    Lady Trends

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  23. Unknown10 May 2015 at 11:04

    Such an amazing pink dress Ivana! You look gorgeous! Great pics!
    xx
    cvetybaby.com

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  24. Missymayification10 May 2015 at 11:14

    This is such a feminine and pretty dress, Ivana. Looking pretty! :)

    missymayification.blogspot.co.uk

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  25. Anonymous10 May 2015 at 11:22

    You look great dear! Love that dress

    http://helderschicplace.blogspot.com/2015/05/sporty.html

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  26. Lenya10 May 2015 at 11:40

    That dress looks fabulous on you, Ivana. And I want those heels, they are glam!
    hugs
    Lenya
    FashionDreams&Lifestyle

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  27. Unknown10 May 2015 at 12:00

    really nice pics :) Love them! and I love the shoes :)

    http://lovelyattitude.com

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  28. Loredana R.10 May 2015 at 12:39

    Waw I am in love with your outfit! Very nice items, very nice combination!

    Maybe you can check my blog too and follow via GFC-> http://culore.blogspot.ro/

    Kisses!

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  29. Jules on the moon10 May 2015 at 12:40

    Che bello questo vestitino, stupende anche le foto!!

    http://julesonthemoon.blogspot.it/

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  30. Mila10 May 2015 at 12:58

    Ne mogu vjerovati, kako fantastično izgleda! Sviđa mi se boja, kroj, dužina, sve :) Hoćemo još! :) I da, sandale su isto super!

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  31. Kezzie10 May 2015 at 13:19

    Oh you really do look lovely Ivana- it kind of reminds me of Julie Andrews' dress she wears in the Sound of Music- the floaty blue one!!! You look a vision and how lovely it was your Mum's!x

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  32. Unknown10 May 2015 at 13:29

    aww, I totally love this dress. it's so romantic

    www.thefashionfraction.com

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  33. Anonymous10 May 2015 at 13:54

    I like your little catwalk by the road side
    stunning shoes Xxx

    http://itsjustwinnie.blogspot.co.uk/

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  34. Unknown10 May 2015 at 14:14

    beautiful dress
    Mrs NoOne

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  35. Adriana10 May 2015 at 14:47

    Nice dress dear!
    xx
    theblackblush.blogspot.pt

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  36. Unknown10 May 2015 at 15:45

    Che bella scoperta, negli armadi delle mamme si trovano sempre cose interessanti!

    Lately, "to be social or not to be social?!" on
    lb-lc fashion blog
    Bloglovin'

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  37. Style Sense Moments10 May 2015 at 16:13

    Haljina izgleda kao da je pravljena za tebe, odlicno ti stoji!!! ;)

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  38. Melanie10 May 2015 at 19:13

    I love the story about your dress and its travels over time and space. Photos on an open road are my favourite!

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  39. Unknown10 May 2015 at 19:33

    Your wedding shoes are a perfect addition to this gorgeous dress. You are so lovely and your figure is amazing and wow! You look so happy, I hope you are that happy right now too :) xoxo

    All Things Bright and Lovely

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  40. unknown10 May 2015 at 21:20

    Wow! I love the color and the dress itself! :)

    Stay in Style
    Karen @ Lookbook Store Blogspot

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  41. Coco10 May 2015 at 21:52

    You are wearing this vintage dress with the utmost grace Ivana! I love the heels too! In the last picture your beauty stands out with a bang!! Stupenda :-) buona giornata tesoro

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  42. Ann10 May 2015 at 22:29

    That is one pretty dress and its style has not diminished in years.
    Love your setting too.

    http://roomsofinspiration.blogspot.com

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  43. Laura Mitbrodt10 May 2015 at 23:22

    These photos are so pretty, I love your dress
    xo
    www.laurajaneatelier.com

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  44. Joanna Joy10 May 2015 at 23:57

    You look so pretty and happy! I love this dress on you. What a lovely wedding dress:) Your mother has good style too:)

    astylishlovestory.blogspot.com

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  45. Ivana11 May 2015 at 02:05

    Ivana, ja na tvom mjestu ne bi skidala ovu haljinu sa sebe! Ne da izgledaš dobro, nego apsolutno savršeno! Oblik, boja, dužina, uzorak, sve na haljini je predivno a tebi stoji kao salivena. Imaš predivne noge i trebaš češće u ovakve komade! Zabranjujem ti hlače! :))))

    http://5foot7andbambieyes.blogspot.com/

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  46. Mrs C11 May 2015 at 03:54

    Another generation and this dress will be eligible for the family heirloom title! It's a pretty piece and with great care it will be there another 20 years! You look stunning and the shoes are exquisite!

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  47. ღღČяїstinEεїз11 May 2015 at 04:51

    Wow!! very pretty my dear!!! You look so beautiful! of course, your dress looks so pretty! You are so pretty in pink! your clutch and your shoes are perfect for the dress! :) Have a great week love! <3

    love lots,
    Tin

    mypoeticisolation.blogspot.com

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  48. Maria at inredningsvis11 May 2015 at 10:31

    AWW you look so summer cute dear :) I hope you had a fun weekend.

    Check out my new post...Swedish summer houses to kill for :)

    Have a fab new week.

    LOVE Maria Inredning - it's Swedish for decor

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  49. Unknown11 May 2015 at 10:32

    I really like your style. I believe that you have some cool outfits and beside that you are very pretty.

    Maybe you can check my new outfit post too. My blog is: http://andreiraduica.blogspot.ro/

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  50. Jo11 May 2015 at 10:37

    Hi Ivana. Firstly I want to compliment you on looking so sweet, cheery and carefree in a pink dress. Probably it had been winter for too long and I often see you in winter or dark shades. I can see how summer is so inviting to you all. Over here, it's soooooooo hot and humid. Next, I can't believe that little wonderful story behind the dress. It's a vintage! And wow... it was your mum's dress in the closet and you rediscovered it and brought it back to life! Pretty shoes too!

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    1. Ivana Split12 May 2015 at 01:27

      thank you dear Jo...yes, here it is hot as well...fortunately, not very humid at the moment.

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  51. Lera11 May 2015 at 11:22

    Cute dress, I as well have some clothes from my mom's. I really like the landscape in the background.

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  52. Vix11 May 2015 at 12:28

    What a glorious dress, worn, loved, forgotten and inherited. I love it with the silver accessories, its bang up to date and yet timeless, too. The pastel pink looks wonderful with your raven locks and the lush greenery in the background. xxx

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  53. SprinklesofStyle11 May 2015 at 15:03

    Such a beautiful dress!

    Layla xx

    www.sprinklesofstyle.co.uk

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  54. Inspirations with M11 May 2015 at 15:09

    Beautiful ;) nice place.
    Kiss

    http://inspirationswithm.blogspot.pt/

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  55. Unknown12 May 2015 at 03:15

    So beautiful!
    xoxo

    beblondie.blogspot.com

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  56. Unknown12 May 2015 at 04:29

    Kako si mi lepa! <3 I pre nego što sam pročitala teskt, pomislila sam kako mora da je neka druga epoha kad je haljina pravljena, danas nema takvih. Savršena je, kao iz starog Holivuda i još u kombinaciji sa tim divnim sandalama, svim ostalim detaljima i tim mestom... preoduševljena sam, zaista! :)

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  57. Pinupmania12 May 2015 at 10:18

    So cute !
    Olivier

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  58. The Dainty Dolls House12 May 2015 at 23:27

    You look wonderful, absolutely stunning. Adore the dress and the story behind it too, perfect :))) xx

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  59. Sonia Verardo14 May 2015 at 08:42

    Divno! Predivna prica o haljini, bas mi je drago da si ju ti ponovno "otkrila" u maminom ormaru i odlucila nositi! Stoji ti savrseno! Super fotke!
    Pusa velika!
    Sonia Verardo
    http://www.trenchcollection.com/

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  60. hajducica14 May 2015 at 09:02

    Haljina je da se odmah zaljubiš u nju! A stoji ti kao salivena! Ogrlica i ukras za kosu su izvanredni, a cipele wow! Izgledaš kao milion dolara :*

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  61. Jennifer Behrs8 December 2015 at 04:09

    the story of this dress is awesome!!! i like this dress a lot, specially his colour tone.

    and it´s a very nice detail, that you tell us, that this are your weddings shoes. these little pumps are gorgeous!!!

    Bye.

    Jennifer

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