OUTFIT TIPS FOR VISITING MOSTAR CITY IN SUMMER

Mostar is the second largest city in Bosnia and Herzegovina, second only to Sarajevo. Being the the largest city in the Herzegovina region, Mostar is the natural business, administrative, cultural, educational and tourist centre of the Herzegovina region. Many people visit this beautiful city for a variety of river. Besides being absolutely stunning, Mostar is also know for record high temperatures in the summertime. Hence, you should pay special attention to the clothes you're wearing when visiting Mostar, especially if you're venturing outside in daylight or when the sun is still strong. Today I'll show you some outfit tips for visiting Mostar city in Summer. Let's get started!

WEARING: A VINTAGE WHITE BLOUSE, DIY NECKLACE, AN OLIVE PENCIL SKIRT (NO NAME) AND A PAIR OF DRIVING LOAFERS 

 I've blogged about Mostar many times on my post. If you want to see more of this city, feel free to visit my old posts, for example this one where I explain the magic of Neretva river to you.

HOW BEAUTIFUL IS THIS LOCATION? STUNNING SPANISH SQUARE IN MOSTAR

The Spanish square is one of most beautiful squares in Mostar. Why is it called Spanish Square? It's because here there is a monument devoted to Spanish soldiers that were killed here in the nineties war. White was the main colour used when this square was redecorated and  I'd say it's an excellent choice for any Mediterranean city. The plants that were planted are Mediterranean too. Nothing better than to sit on a nice bench and breathe in the smell of rosemary. However, my favourite thing about this square is not the new part of it, but one historical building. 

 Indeed, you could say that the Spanish square is dominated by this historical school constructed during the rule of Austro-Hungarian Empire. This is probably my favourite building in Mostar. It was build in 1890ties. It is know as Old Gymnasium (because it really is old) but it is actually called Gymnasium Mostar. Within this gorgeous  building United World Collage is also situated. In addition, in the back of the building, you can find American Corner. It is a must see spot if you visit Mostar. 

WHEN VISITING MOSTAR IN SUMMER BEWARE OF THE STRONG SUN AND THE STRONG TEMPERATURES!

What to wear when you're feeling hot? This question is very valid one, especially if you happen to find yourself in an urban jungle of some sort. Indeed, I'm sure this is a question that often comes to our mind during these hot summer days, especially if you happen to find yourself in a city, where the heat seems to multiply with the amount of concrete cover areas. Fortunately, there are ways to make our life easier.  Besides the obvious answer- looking for the nearest city park to escape the heat, another way to minimize the unpleasant  feeling of being overheated is by choosing our outfits wisely. The first thing to consider is the material of our clothes. Natural materials are the best options, but if you don't have any cotton or line items at hand, certain cuts can also be helpful. For example, I have a pink vintage polyester dress that is very comfortable to wear in the summer. Polyester isn't the most breathable material, in fact it is just the opposite, but you won't overheat if you choose a good cut for yourselves.   Anything that doesn't stick to your body should do the trick. Think about all the breezy or oversize items you have. Choose A-line dresses or skirts instead of pencil ones. In this first outfit, you can see me wearing a pencil skirt but I wore that outfit later in the day, when the sun was starting to set. Naturally, some pencil skirts can be comfortable even in the heat. This one is a pretty good choice even for summer because the material is light. Moreover, I had paired it with a white blouse so that made the whole look more appropriate for summer. Feeling comfortable is something that we all want to achieve and we can do it if we listen to our body. You will know best! Finally, think about colours. Black attracts the sun rays the most, white the least. Did you know that polar bears actually have black skin so that they can maximize the scarce sun available in the polar regions? Their fur is in fact not so much white as transparent and it is angled so that the sun rays hit the darker skin, not the lighter fur. Nature is a genius, I tell you. So, long story short, to keep cool you should wear white and lighter shades and avoid black and darker shades. In the summer, lighter colours are the way to go, especially when we're talking about daytime.  When sun is strong, wear lighter shades and colours to repeal its rays. Choosing the perfect summer outfit is a combination of colour, cut and material of your clothes as well as a pair of comfortable shoes. 

WEAR FLATS IF YOU'RE VISITING THE OLD BRIDGE IN MOSTAR (ONE OF THE SYMBOLS OF THE CITY) & THE OLD PART OF THE CITY

The Old Bridge in Mostar is possibly the most famous bridge in Mostar city.  It is a rebuild Ottoman bridge, dating back to the 16th century. It is easily recognizable and often referred to as Mostar bridge (or more frequently simply as Old Bridge). Many tourists visit the Old Bridge area, and you can find many restaurants, cafes and souvenir shops at every corner. This beautiful historical bridge is one of the trademarks and symbols of Mostar city. The area around Old Bridge is a wonderful mix of Western and Eastern architectural influences, heightened by the ever present Mediterranean atmosphere and vibes that add something wonderfully relaxing to it. Here can see the architectural legacy left by the Ottoman (mostly 15/16th century) and Austrian Hungarian Empire (19/20th century) as well as by other bigger and smaller cultural and ethical groups. Mediterranean Slavic countries are  often a mix of Western and Eastern influences, and this is evident in everything from religious buildings to road and bridges. To experience the Old Bridge, you need to visit it yourself. Words can't fully describe it. The view from the Old Bridge is stunning. I'm always writing about how gorgeous Neretva river is, but combine its beauty with the historical part of the city and you get something truly epic. 

OUTFIT TIPS FOR SIGHTSEEING THE OLD PART OF THE TOWN: WEAR FLATS, CARRY SOME LAYERS WITH YOU AND DRESS OR THE WEATHER!

My first advice to you would be to wear flats. As you can see in the photographs above, the pavements in historical part of Mostar city are made from stones. These lovely rocks were probably taken from the banks of Neretva river. As beautiful as they are, they're not easy to walk on. It's literally impossible to wear heels here. I once forgot to switch my heels for flats and let me tell you the walk to the souvenir shop (that was where I was heading) was a challenging once (remember this heels worn with socks outfit from last year? That's the one I'm referring to). My second advice would be to dress for the weather. Mostar can be extremely hot in spring and summer time. When the photos above were taken (with the yellow blazer), well that time we were lucky as the weather was quite fresh. Moreover, we strolled through the old town while the sun was setting (ideal time to do it btw) so we weren't hot. My third and final advice would be to consider the places you plan on visiting. If you're planning on sightseeing religious institutions, buildings or temples of any sorts (be it mosques or churches), it is a good idea to bring an extra layer or a long scarf so that you can be decent. As everywhere else in the world, there is a dress code for religious establishments. It is not particularly strict, but wearing a tank top and very short shorts or mini skirts is definitely a no. Just keep that in mind or bring some extra layers and to wear breathable fabrics. 

MORE POSTS ABOUT MOSTAR CITY 

PHOTOS OF NERETVA RIVER & SPORTY STYLING 2023

OUTFIT POST FEATURING  A LEATHER JACKET IN MOSTAR CITY

SPANISH SQUARE IN MOSTAR CITY

WHAT HAVE I BEEN WEARING IN MOSTAR? 

ŠANTIĆEVA THE MOST PEDESTRIAN FRIENDLY STREET IN MOSTAR 2022

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/04/happy-easter-weekend-everyone-wiwt.html- EASTER POST FROM MY HOME

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/04/a-vintage-white-blazer-blue-jeans-diy.html- RESTAURANT ROMANCA

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/04/ozz-students-fashion-show-under.html- MOSTAR INTERNATIONAL FAIR 

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/03/uno-nessuno-e-centomila-one-no-one-and.html-  ŠANTIĆ STREET IN MOSTAR

THE JAPANESE CHERRY TREES IN MOSTAR  / PARK ZRINJEVAC  FASHION ILLUSTRATION

TWO MORE POSTS ABOUT MOSTAR: HERE & HERE SPANISH SQUARE MOSTAR HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM MOSTAR ! FAREWELL TO SUMMER FROM MOSTAR CITY  2018 STREET ART MOSTAR , 2016 STREET ART , 2021 STREETART and also here , here and here.   STROLLING MOSTAR CITY 2021  OLDER posts about Mostar  1. You can see Mostar from the bird perspective in my previous posts (here, here and here). 2. One of my favourite streets in Mostar here and here. 3. Musala bridge (also known under its old name Tito's bridge here and here) 4. You can see photographs of Mostar's Catholic cathedral here.5. You can see images of Mostar and its famous Nertva river here, here and here. 6. You can see the surrounds of one of its most iconic catholic churches here.7. You can see both photographs of old bridge and my drawing of it here. 8. Another one of my favourites when it comes to streets here. 9. You can see photographs of Croatian cultural centre/theater here , here , here , here and here. 10. You can see photographs of the main city park here here, here, here and here. 11. You can see images of Spanish square here, here , here , here and here. 12. You can see photographs of Custom's bridge here and here. 13. You can see photographs of the new bridge here and here. 14. A few photographs from old city centre (2018) here. 15. What to wear for sightseeing Mostar in summer here. 16. This post is focused on 7 outfits I wore but you can see many of Mostar's attractions there as well. I suppose the same can be said for most of my outfit posts. 17. Mostar as an Easter destination (2019) here.18. Mostar dinning and cafe recommendations here. 19. Hiking options in Mostar here. 20. My drawing of Mostar old bridge here. 21. University campus in Mostar here. 22. How I have fallen in love with Mostar here.

OUTFIT TIPS FOR VISITING THE MODERN PART OF THE TOWN

When it comes to visiting the modern part of the city, you can dress more freely. Heels are a good option if you're a lady that likes to wear them, but it is better to opt for a block heel then a stiletto one because the pavements are not always in the best shape. 

POST UPDATE ONE MORE OUTFIT WITH THIS VINTAGE PINK SKIRT!

A HOT SUMMER IN MOSTAR CITY (NINE FEMININE OUTFITS)

What to wear when you're feeling hot? This question is very valid one, especially if you happen to find yourself in an urban jungle of some sort. Indeed, I'm sure this is a question that often comes to our mind during these hot summer days, especially if you happen to find yourself in a city, where the heat seems to multiply with the amount of concrete cover areas. 

Fortunately, there are ways to make our life easier.  Besides the obvious answer- looking for the nearest city park to escape the heat, another way to minimize the unpleasant  feeling of being overheated is by choosing our outfits wisely. The first thing to consider is the material of our clothes. Natural materials are the best options, but if you don't have any cotton or line items at hand, certain cuts can also be helpful. 

For example, I have a pink vintage polyester dress that is very comfortable to wear in the summer. Polyester isn't the most breathable material, but you won't overheat if you choose a good cut for yourselves.   Anything that doesn't stick to your body should do the trick. Think about all the breezy or oversize items you have. Choose A-line dresses or skirts instead of pencil ones. Naturally, some pencil skirts can be comfortable even in the heat.

 Feeling comfortable is something that we all want to achieve and we can do it if we listen to our body. You will know best! Finally, think about colours. Black attracts the sun rays the most, white the least. Did you know that polar bears actually have black skin so that they can maximize the scarce sun available in the polar regions? Their fur is in fact not so much white as transparent and it is angled so that the sun rays hit the darker skin, not the lighter fur. Nature is a genius, I tell you. 

So, long story short, to keep cool you should wear white and lighter shades and avoid black and darker shades. In the summer, lighter colours are the way to go, especially when we're talking about daytime.  When sun is strong, wear lighter shades and colours to repeal its rays. Choosing the perfect summer outfit is a combination of colour, cut and material of your clothes as well as a pair of comfortable shoes. 

...and a special thanks to my Mostar born husband/photographer!

I won't apologize for his post being a bit picture heavy, it is what it is. I try to make my posts as reader friendly as I can, but I'm no SEO queen. I'm much obliged to my husband for taking all these lovely outfit photographs. I don't know how he keeps his endless enthusiasm for taking daily photographs of me, even after a decade of marriage and almost two decades of being together. Without him, I probably wouldn't  many outfit photos. I certainly wouldn't have this many location photographs! He's he one who always remember to take photos at cute locations and destinations. 

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