River of dreams / Rijeka snova


I feel you everywhere around me
and I keep sensing the exact words I need
You must know, I tied myself to you
But you've given me freedom
I had searched for it
 for a very long time

River of dreams, spring of hope, whirl of desires, my life
I found all of that on this shore
my eyes are twinkling now, shining like stars
towards distance I gaze, love is there

Who are you? You that is kissing me so gently
while the sky is dawning 
Who are you? You whose breathing I'm listening to
next to a dreamy sea.*

lyrics from a song River of Dreams, written and perfomed by Neno Belan, check it out on youtube here. 





           Svud osjećam te oko sebe,              
I stalno ćutim one riječi koje su mi potrebne,
Znaj, vezao sam se uz tebe
Al' pružila si mi slobodu
dugo sam je tražio

Rijeka snova, vrelo nade, vrtlog želja, život moj
našao sam sve na ovoj obali
Moje oči sada trepere, poput zvijezda sjaje se
u daljinu gledam ljubav ondje je

Tko si ti? Što me ljubiš tako nježno 
dok na nebu sviće zora
Tko si ti? Što te slušam kako dišeš 
blizu uspavanog mora*

stihovi iz pjesme Nene Belana, poslušajte je ovdje. 





coat/kaput: modna kuća Uzor
skirt/suknja: modna kuća Bellissima (site/stranica)
all the bags/ sve torbe: no name, bought in Borsa store in Mostar / nisu markirane
heels: Peko ( site /stranica) 





coat/kaput: modna kuća Uzor
skirt/suknja: modna kuća Bellissima (site/stranica) 
all the bags/ sve torbe: no name/ nisu markirane 
heels: Peko ( site /stranica) 



When it comes to songs, lyrics are very important to me. That is why for years, I've been fateful to those authors who write songs that not only make sense but are an art in themselves.  I simply adore this song. Are lyrics important to you? What are your favourite singers and bands?

Kada su u pitanju pjesme, tekstovi su mi užasno bitni. Zato sam već godinama vjerna onim glazbenicima čije pjesme ne samo da imaju smisla već su same po sebi umjetnost. Ovu pjesmu obožavam.  Jesu li tekstovi pjesama i vama važni? Koji su vaši omiljeni pjevači i grupe?




Comments

  1. Irreplaceable_fashion23 November 2015 at 07:40

    You look beautiful as always Ivana:) I love your smile <3
    Have a lovely week!:)
    kisses

    http://irreplaceable-fashion.blogspot.com/

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  2. Gabrielle23 November 2015 at 08:17

    I agree song lyrics can be so comforting and even inspiring at times! These are lovely images of you Ivana - also, I had no idea you were previously a flight attendant, how fascinating!! :)

    Gabrielle | A Glass Of Ice
    x

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    1. Ivana Split23 November 2015 at 08:33

      yes, you're right lyrics can be both comforting and inspiring.

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  3. L.E.N K23 November 2015 at 08:17

    wow! Amazing traveling look!
    Lyrics? I've never thought of that as I tend to be inspired by melody.
    But I truly agree to your idea that you find ART in music.

    http://fetish-tokyo.blogspot.com/

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    1. Ivana Split23 November 2015 at 08:33

      I'm usually inspired by both, but often more by the lyrics.

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  4. Carolina Vega23 November 2015 at 08:24

    beautiful skirt!

    kisses
    www.aprendiendoaquererme.com

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  5. Miguel Gouveia23 November 2015 at 08:28

    Love your coat, dear :D

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  6. Ivana Split23 November 2015 at 08:33

    sure

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  7. mirandabeautyworld23 November 2015 at 09:09

    Thank you!
    I also have the following for you =)
    http://mirandabeautyworld.blogspot.ru/

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  8. alessandra23 November 2015 at 09:45

    Stai benissimo, mi piace molto la gonna, bella anche la giacchina!
    www.alessandrastyle.com

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  9. So Alice23 November 2015 at 10:48

    I very rarely listen to the lyrics, more important for me it is the music. I think the music itself stimulates even more my imagination :-) You look really beautiful in this outfit my dear!! I love your shoes and skirt :-)

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    1. Ivana Split23 November 2015 at 14:03

      to me music is important but if there are lyrics they better make sense:)
      thank you:)

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  10. Fashionably Idu23 November 2015 at 11:01

    Lovely lyrics. You look great Ivana, pretty skirt.
    http://fashionablyidu.blogspot.com/

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  11. Kelsey&Kenecha23 November 2015 at 11:13

    You look amazing! I love that jacket and those shoes!!
    Also, The lyrics are lovely. I love a good song with well written lyrics. :)
    My favourite band is Snow Patrol and The Fray, btw.

    Florals&Smiles

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    1. Ivana Split23 November 2015 at 14:19

      thanks, Snow Patrol is great...I'm not sure I heard about The Fray.

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  12. Shireen L. Platt23 November 2015 at 11:34

    I am with you, Ivana, when it comes to songs, the lyrics are very important to me. I love those that has really good, thoughtful meanings behind them but my husband always teases me for being an emo. LOL!

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    1. Ivana Split23 November 2015 at 14:24

      another thing we have in common:)

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    2. Ivana Split23 November 2015 at 14:29

      my husband teases me for memorizing a lot of lyrics:)

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  13. Beauty Unearthly23 November 2015 at 11:58

    You look so classy. Have a great week Ivana! xx

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  14. Oksana Zolotukhina23 November 2015 at 11:58

    Such lovely words!!! I love lyrics very much, it's really important for me))
    This outfit is so cute and catchy. I like everything I see!
    Have a good start of the week, Ivana))

    http://fairyland111.blogspot.com/

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  15. Unknown23 November 2015 at 12:15

    Sometimes I love songs without any lyrics, just because they mean more to me, but I love the lyrics you've included. They are very touching!
    Love how you look here, almost Christmas colors)

    Tanya
    www.StripesNVibes.com
    BlogLovin

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  16. LoveT.23 November 2015 at 12:18

    Wow, what a great Outfit! You look adorable Ivana :)

    kisses

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  17. Unknown23 November 2015 at 12:23

    Where are you going sweetie?? :) I love your mix of prints <3 lovely skirt !!
    Beautiful song, I love lyrics too, its important to me. I love many bands :)

    wonderful evening to you dear <3
    kisses :))

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    1. Ivana Split24 November 2015 at 12:21

      I travel between Split and Mostar all the time:)

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    2. Unknown24 November 2015 at 12:52

      OHH great dear !!!

      pozdravljam draga <3

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  18. Unknown23 November 2015 at 12:41

    Che bella questa gonna! Io adoro i Queen!

    Fall outfit on
    lb-lc fashion and lifestyle blog

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  19. Nequéren Reis23 November 2015 at 12:51

    Que luxo esse look amei a saia belas imagens , tenha uma semana abençoada.
    Novo Vídeo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06avCiMDYGA
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  20. Jeanne23 November 2015 at 13:03

    Very chic jacket Ivana!;)
    ♥♥♥
    Jeanne
    http://fashionmusingsdiary.com

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  21. FASHION TALES23 November 2015 at 13:12

    I am a fan of lyrics as well. I enjoy music so much in general, and always find myself coming back to old favourites with depth, and passion, and also instrumental classics. Love your jacket! <3/Madison
    Winter Décor

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    1. Ivana Split24 November 2015 at 12:32

      thank you....I enjoy music too! listening to old classics often inspires me.

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  22. Unknown23 November 2015 at 13:30

    Beautiful jacket.
    BEAUTETUDE

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  23. Curtise23 November 2015 at 13:34

    Where are you off to, looking so glamorous? Love the red inserts in that skirt, what a stylish piece. I sing all the time, it drives the kids mad, they wonder how I can possibly remember the lyrics to so many songs! Truthfully, I do too - my memory is terrible for other things! xxx

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    1. Ivana Split24 November 2015 at 12:43

      I'm off to Mostar...I travel between Mostar and Split all the time.

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  24. Ivana Split23 November 2015 at 13:39

    thanks Nadush.

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  25. Ivana Split23 November 2015 at 14:15

    thanks Maria

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  26. Anonymous23 November 2015 at 14:17

    Baeutiful skirt! Is a nice fall outfit for a beautiful woman!
    I love your blog! Do you wanna follow each other? Would be so nice!
    MissGrey.ro
    https://missgrey.ro/blog/despre-rochii/accesorii-pentru-o-rochie-neagra-pe-care-trebuie-sa-le-ai/

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  27. Unknown23 November 2015 at 18:06

    So gorgeous! love your photos!!! Happy Monday!
    www.lenparent.com

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  28. Unknown23 November 2015 at 20:13

    Oh, haha, that it too ironic!! Wait until you read my new poem :) As far as the outfit, I adore the print mixing from top to bottom. So cool!

    All Things Bright and Lovely

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  29. Valeriya23 November 2015 at 23:03

    Lovely blog, Ivana I am new follower and hope you can follow me too) xx

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  30. The Fashion Stir Fry24 November 2015 at 00:16

    There is always a beautiful message in most songs. I think songs often resonates with us depending what emotions we are feeling or dealing with at a particular time. I don't have a favorite or band but i love any kind of music as long as it makes me feel good with a nice beat.

    http://www.thefashionstirfry.com

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    1. Ivana Split24 November 2015 at 13:00

      good beat goes a long way, I agree...but if the lyrics are silly, I prefer to listen to that song without them.

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  31. Aly In Wanderland24 November 2015 at 01:40

    Yes lyrics are important to me but lately I don't mind the lyrics anymore I'd rather listen to songs that are with loads of beats.
    Minimal Style | Styleccentric Fashion

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  32. The Dainty Dolls House24 November 2015 at 01:53

    Love love this skirt, so gorgeous!! Wonderful pictures and words too, I hope you have a marvellous day my dear xx

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  33. Unknown24 November 2015 at 03:04

    I meni su bitni stihovi, a to često ni ne mora da bude neka velika umetnost već nešto što ja sama prepoznam u pesmi. Možda je to par naizgled običnih reči a koji u meni probudi nešto. Ja zaista mogu skoro sve da slušam, osim narodnjaka i hevi metala. Ranije sam bila mnogo više posvećena tom svetu a sad stavrno zavisi od trenutka, inspiracije, želje. Ta pesma je divna :) I ti si divna i baš mi je super što si se slikala sa torbama i koferom :) Odmah me obuzme želja da se uputim negde :) Kombinacija je preslatka takođe a te cipelice su savršene! :)

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    1. Ivana Split24 November 2015 at 13:08

      da baš tako...i meni je bitno da mi nešto znače na osobnoj razini.
      hvala...opremila sam se koferima:) često putujem između Mostara i Splita, tako da moram biti spremna.

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  34. Lubka Henry24 November 2015 at 03:30

    Very elegant look, lady. Timeless chic :)

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  35. cocojeans24 November 2015 at 04:02

    Songs fill our soul! Very pretty dear! xo,
    http://cocojeans.blogspot.pt

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  36. Effortlesslady24 November 2015 at 05:48

    Nice lyric. Love your skirt and blazer.
    www.effortlesslady.com

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  37. BEAUTYEDITER.COM – Beauty Blog24 November 2015 at 07:22

    Beautiful! Love this.


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  38. awhite24 November 2015 at 07:47

    Bold look, babe!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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  39. Unknown24 November 2015 at 08:58

    Meni su tekstovi najbitniji, tj. uvijek se zaljubim u ono nešto što ja prepoznam u pjesmi ili s čim se na neki način mogu poistovjetiti. Trenutačno gotovo isključivo slušam novi album od Adele jer je obožavam i s nestrpljenjem sam ga iščekivala, a sve ostalo mi ovisi o raspoloženju. Jedino što ne podnosim su narodnjaci, ali na svu sreću na njih nikad nigdje ni ne naletim :)

    Super izgledaš, odlično ti stoji ova karirana jakna! :)

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    1. Ivana Split24 November 2015 at 12:03

      hvala ti puno....da baš to...kad se prepoznam u pjesmi onda je to to:)

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  40. Królowa Karo24 November 2015 at 09:32

    Last time I like to listening it:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAD0BtEv6-Q&feature=share

    It's beautiful music and quite funny video! :)

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    1. Ivana Split24 November 2015 at 13:14

      I checked out this song, it is really great.

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  41. Summer24 November 2015 at 09:33

    You look lovely! Nice outfit♥

    summerdaisy.net

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  42. Mila24 November 2015 at 10:32

    Sve ovisi u kakvom sam raspoloženju pa si po tome i biram playliste za taj dan. Iako, za Nenu (ovu pjesmu obožavam!) i recimo Gibonnija sam uvijek raspoložena :)
    Kaputić ti je odličan, jako mi se sviđa taj miks materijala.

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  43. Ann-Sophie24 November 2015 at 11:05

    I love your blog!

    Wanna Follow eacht other? Would be so nice!♥
    Ann-Sophie
    http://la-vie-est-belle-lynnchloe.blogspot.de/

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  44. Unknown24 November 2015 at 11:07

    Really really great outfit, the skirt is so fabulous :)

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  45. GlamourZONE24 November 2015 at 11:50

    beautifullyrics dear
    You look amazing,so stunning

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  46. Ceninhas24 November 2015 at 12:09

    Great shoes!
    xoxo
    BLOG // FB PAGE

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  47. SonyMingoss24 November 2015 at 12:28

    Me encantan los zapatos que llevas..divinos!
    Besos!

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  48. Dressed With Soul24 November 2015 at 12:55

    Dear Ivana, the words you share here are indeed touching! I have to admit although I read a lot lyrics belong not to my usual lecture what maybe is a fail ... You look very ready for travelling in your elegant colourful look and what you are wearing here suits you very well <3 Have a happy rest of the week!
    xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
    www.dressedwithsoul.com

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  49. MARTUELLA24 November 2015 at 12:56

    great outfit :)
    http://modishnessblog.blogspot.com/

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  50. Ivana Split24 November 2015 at 12:58

    <3

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  51. Ivana Split24 November 2015 at 13:07

    thanks dear:)

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  52. Vera Bel24 November 2015 at 13:20

    You look great as always! The skirt is so nice)
    ...
    pinkrabbitbeauty.blogspot.com

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  53. Jeanne24 November 2015 at 13:26

    Thank you so much for your last comment on my blog Ivana! You're adorable!XOXO
    Jeanne
    http ://fashionmusingsdiary.com

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  54. flore24 November 2015 at 13:53

    beautifull jacket!

    http://twentytreeblog.blogspot.pt/

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  55. Jointy&Croissanty24 November 2015 at 13:56

    Beautiful coat and skirt! You always look so stylish!

    jointyicroissanty

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  56. Carolyna's world24 November 2015 at 14:46

    so so nice lyrics dear - love it. And your style like always so unique :-)
    xoxo

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  57. Dania24 November 2015 at 15:15

    Your skirt is so cool darling!
    Kisses

    www.angelswearheels.com

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  58. Sakuranko24 November 2015 at 19:08

    Oh very gorgeous style
    xx

    www.sakuranko.com

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  59. Ivana Split24 November 2015 at 22:27

    <3

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  60. Paola Lauretano24 November 2015 at 23:22

    Che mix Ivana, tu si che sai osare e.... vincere!!!!
    Bellissima la gonna!!!!
    Kisses, Paola.

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  61. Rumela25 November 2015 at 00:35

    Lovely post , I love your coat very much.
    My blog: RumelaTheShopaholic

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  62. Mica25 November 2015 at 00:38

    Love your tartan jacket! :)

    It sounds like a lovely song too! I like singing along to songs on the radio when I drive, even though I sing badly, haha! My current favourite album to have on repeat on the bus to work is by For King and Country, a Christian band.

    Away From The Blue Blog

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  63. Unknown25 November 2015 at 03:08

    Good lyrics can really touch the heart and nourish the soul :). Thanks for sharing those lovely lyrics and your print on print outfit is so striking!

    Prudence
    www.prudencepetitestyle.com

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  64. Fashion Snobber25 November 2015 at 03:11

    Mi piacciono un sacco i mix in questo outfit! Stai benissimo e la gonna è fantastica! bravissima cara! :*
    Luna
    http://www.fashionsnobber.com

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  65. Jessica25 November 2015 at 03:29

    Nice look! =)

    NEW POST on http://whattostyle.blogspot.com/

    xoxo,
    Jessica

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  66. Miguel Gouveia25 November 2015 at 04:15

    Ohn dear :') Thanks a lot for all support <3 You're amazing!

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  67. Unknown25 November 2015 at 04:39

    Beautiful words :) You look very pretty too dear :)

    ARedLip&Love

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  68. Missymayification25 November 2015 at 04:51

    Most of the times, I listen to music because of the lyrics. Very powerful!
    You look wonderful. :)

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  69. Rosalind25 November 2015 at 05:21

    Kate Bush every time for me on lyrics.
    Such a striking skirt, with the pink and black panels. I'm also envious of the need for sunglasses! Just look at that bright blue sky behind you. Things that are necessities for me right now: gloves, hat, scarf. Sunglasses? Unfortunately not required.

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  70. Ivana Split25 November 2015 at 05:43

    <3

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  71. Blackswan25 November 2015 at 06:32

    Hey gal, where are you off too? Looking so cool even with those luggage! xoxo

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  72. Nevena Krstic25 November 2015 at 07:43

    You look lovely! I don't really have any song lyrics that are important to me, hmm I need to find some haha :) xx

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  73. Carolina G. Ticala25 November 2015 at 10:00

    A very interesting post , I love to read you !!! greetings !!

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  74. Anete Lasmane25 November 2015 at 11:26

    Gorgeous post! :)
    Maybe we can follow to each other?
    Let me know. :)

    www.anetesdomas.blogspot.com

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  75. Sybil25 November 2015 at 19:05

    so stylish!

    Have a great day!
    Animated Confessions

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  76. Алёна Псёл26 November 2015 at 01:49

    You have a very great blog. Do you warnt to follow each other? I follow you 562))
    http://alyonapsel.blogspot.com/

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  77. bambolai26 November 2015 at 03:30

    Obozavam ovu pesmu i takodje jako su mi bitni tekstovi pesama, a ne samo melodija. Preporucila bih npr. Dina Merlina, njegovi tekstovi me bas odusevljavaju, a nedavno sam bila i na njegovom koncertu.
    Jako lepo izgledas, kombinacija je prekrasna, a jos i ti koferi, bas daju neku posebnu draz :)
    Pusa

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    1. Ivana Split29 November 2015 at 09:04

      Ja Merlina slušam od djetinstva, dragi su mi njegovi tekstovi, pogotovo stari.

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  78. Moscow Blogger26 November 2015 at 05:26

    My dear! Hi lovely look, I miss you)) I found you)

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  79. RaeAbigael26 November 2015 at 06:05

    interesting skirt! :)

    xoxo, rae
    http://www.raellarina.net/

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  80. JOURNAL OF STYLE27 November 2015 at 13:11

    What a fantastic vintage inspired blazer!! I love the feminine silhouette it creates on you! Gorgeous outfit with it

    Ira / JOURNAL OF STYLE / BLOGLOVIN

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  81. Aisha27 November 2015 at 14:39

    Lyrics are important for me because some songs are so beautiful with lovely and emotional words. I love Adele. And also Meghan Trainor is funny :)

    www.aishettina.blogspot.it

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  82. Nadine28 November 2015 at 06:46

    Amazing Look, dear Ivana! Your unusual skirt is very pretty. You look geourgeous!

    Love,
    Nadine

    http://nadinecd.blogspot.co.at

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  83. Vildana Šuta29 November 2015 at 07:17

    Great post! I love it! x

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  84. Unknown29 November 2015 at 09:16

    Great photos!
    Have a nice evening!
    Photographer Gil Zetbase
    http://www.gilzetbase.com/

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  85. Ivana30 November 2015 at 00:35

    Nije da podržavam ili slušam folk glazmu, ali mi bude smiješno kada se netko ruga tim stihovima, a ukoliko prevedemo pola američkih senzacija, stihovi im nisu nimalo pametniji ni smisleniji :) Ali dobro, htjela sam ti samo napisati da se slažem s tobom, i da, jako volim ovu pjesmu.
    Ove cipele su mi tvoje najdraže, a mix printova je na visokoj razini! Veliki lajk! :)

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    1. Ivana Split3 December 2015 at 07:04

      posve se slažem:) nije naš folk ništa gori od američkih pop uspješnica.

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MALTA HIKING TALES (PART FIVE) GHAJN TUFFIEFA AND QUARABBA BAY

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Hello dear readers and fellow bloggers! I'm back with another Malta themed post. Recently I posted a painting inspired by Malta. As some of you might remember, I visited Malta a few years ago, but I only blogged about it last April, when I published a series of post on Malta. My series about Malta isn't finished, though. In fact, today we're going to continue it. Considering my stay on Malta was two weeks long, it deserves more than a couple of posts. There is a lot to see and do on Malta. It's a small island, but one that's filled with so much life and beauty. Although Malta faces some problems caused by fast tourism, it remains an unique and magical island.  In this post, I'll take you to the bays I visited while hiking on Malta. One of them (Ghajn Tuffieha Bay) is the one I painted. You can visit that post by clicking on the link below: TRAVEL WITH MY ART #43, GHAJN TUFFIEHA BAY, MALTA LET'S START WITH THE GOLDEN BAY We actually didn't go all the way
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THE ANT AND THE GRASSHOPPER, A SHORT STORY BY W. SOMERSET MAUGHAM

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Hello dear readers and fellow bloggers! Welcome November! We'll welcome this new month with a blog review. In this post, I'll share my review for Maugham's short story titled T he Ant and the Grasshopper . This post will also be  a reading recommendation because I enjoyed this story a great deal. I've been reading Maugham's The Complete Short Stories for some time now. I've been taking my time with this collection, but I enjoyed it a lot. When I finish this book in its entirely, I'll share a review for all of his stories. Until then, I'll keep posting individual reviews of stories I liked the most. If you want to read Maugham yourself, you can find his collected works online (among other places  on project Gutenberg ) and read them for free.  W. Somerset Maugham is a writer whose subtle use of humour is delightful, but sometimes it's easy to miss it just because it's so subtle. He's wonderful at mixing the harsh realities of life with clever
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FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY WATERCOLOUR: LONG DRESSES AND DE PROFUNDIS QUOTES!

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 Hello dear readers and fellow bloggers! It's almost ten. I've had a long week and I'm quite tired and sleepy. However, I'll try to wrap this post up for you tonight. What kind of post? Well, a post about art. Fashion art to be more precise.  I've been on a roll lately with my art posts. After a period of not posting my art at all, due to a variety of reasons, I started posting my art in every post. I got back to my destination art series, and now it's time for another post in my fashion art series. Friday Fashion Illustration  is somewhat of a regular feature on my blog. Today I'll share two watercolour pencil fashion illustrations of mine. I sketched both of them this Summer in my A3 mixed media sketchbook. I sketched the long yellow dress first, and then the blue and read one. The medium for both of them is watercolour pencils on paper, the same brand I always use. I find watercolour pencils to be quite practical, especially for sketching. I often use the
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