HIKING IN VRBOSKA (PLUS FEBRUARY, MARCH AND APRIL RECAP)

Hello dear readers! How are you? Life has been somewhat stressful lately, so I'm very thankful for every opportunity to go hiking in nature. Often I'm pressed for time, but these walks do always bring a smile on my face. These images have actually been taken back in March, during two hikes in Vrboska (at the other side of the bay, so you can actually see Jelsa in the background). Now, I've blogged about Vrboska a number of times, so not to repeat myself here are links to my previous posts about this charming village here, here, here and here. I don't know about you, but I'm so looking forward to getting some rest this weekend. Truth been told, I'm feeling tired most of the time. Online school is difficult for anyone involved. This is a new and uncharted territory we are all treading here.  There is still so much to do before this school year ends. Lord helps us. 

FEBRUARY, MARCH AND APRIL RECAP
Instead of posting more photographs or preparing collages, I'll just share links to my posts published in February, March and April. I blogged about things I normally blog about, so nothing out of the ordinary. I won't comment much on the two outfits I'm posting today because I covered all of these items a number of times. The first styling is all about simplicity with a red accent in form of a basketball cap. The sun is strong on island Hvar, so I like to wear a baseball cap to protect my face. The second outfit (you'll see it shortly if you continue scrolling) is also a comfy hiking styling featuring a sweater dress and leggings (one of the most comfy combos).  I have worn and written about similar outfits in the past few months, so I don't feel like I have something new or meaningful to add. I also linked up most of these items a number of times, so we'll skip that today. 


FEBRUARY 2020 RECAP
There were 13 posts in February.  In short, February was a mix of fashion illustrations, outfits, book reviews and travelogues. My personal picks are numbers 1, 10 and 13.
1.  FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: LILAC DRESS
2. TWO WAYS TO   STYLE A BLACK DRESS
3. VISIT BAY SOLINE WITH ME
4. VISIT BAY PRAPATNA WITH ME
5. READING UPDATE: R. ZELANZY & CO
6. VISITING HVAR TOWN IN WINTER PART TWO
7. VISITING HVAR TOWN IN WINTER PART ONE
8. 28 WAYS TO WEAR A TARTAN PUFFER 
9. LAST MINUTE V-DAY DRESS OUTFITS
10. 14 WAYS TO STYLE A MAGNENTA COAT
11. LORD OF LIGHT BOOK REVIEW AND AN OUTFIT POST
12. 18 WAYS TO WEAR A LONG BEIGE PUFFER 
13. READING UPDATE: ROBERT THOROGOOD



MARCH 2020 RECAP
There were only 8 posts in March. The reason for that is work overload caused by corona virus. It was a stressful month, but there were some lovely moments as well. My personal March favourites are numbers 1, 5 and 9. 
1. 30 PLUS WAYS TO STYLE A PAIR OF JEANS
2. 20 FUN FASHION THINGS TO DO DURING LOCKDOWN
3. PERSONAL AND READING UPDATE 
4. 30 PLUS WAYS TO STYLE A PAIR OF CARAMEL BOOTS
5. READING UPDATE: CLASSICS
6. HOW TO STYLE A SUIT?
7. BAY KAMENJARA & BOTA SURF CENTRE
8. READING UPDATE: TWO BOOK REVIEWS
9. DISCOVER SKOZANJE BAY, ISLAND HVAR

APRIL 2020 RECAP
There were 13 posts in April. Not bad, but still bellow my average number of posts. Once again, I was too overworked to have the time to really focus on blogging but I did post a few posts I'm really happy about such as numbers 1, 8 and 12. 
1. PUFFED PINK DRESS (OUTFIT & ILLUSTRATIONS)
2. SIX  MONTHS LIVING IN JELSA
3. HOW TO STYLE A PLEATED SKIRT?
4. FRIDAY FASHION ILLUSTRATION: TORAC
5. WEAR WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY
6. DIY LACE SKIRT
7. UNCONVENTIONALLY ROMANTIC READING LIST
8. HACKING MONICA BELLUCCI'S STYLE SECRETS
9. THANK YOU FOR ONE MILLION BLOG VIEWS!
10.BAY MASLINICA NEAR STARI GRAD, ISLAND HVAR
11. HAPPY EASTER FROM JELSA
12. BAY VELA STINIVA, ISLAND HVAR
13. THIS MUST BE THE PLACE BOOK REVIEW


Thank you so much for visiting and commenting. Have a lovely weekend!

Comments

  1. Ananka30 April 2020 at 09:26

    Great photos :-D

    You look amazing and always so sunny too!

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  2. camdandusler30 April 2020 at 10:25

    Great photos 😊 thanks for your sharing 😊

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  3. Rostrose30 April 2020 at 10:29

    Dearest Ivana,
    I like the photos of you surrounded by beautiful nature and in great outfits. I hope your stress subsides soon!
    Have a good Start into May!
    🌱💐🦋🌿🌺🌾🐝
    Hugs, Traude
    https://rostrose.blogspot.com/2020/04/auf-den-spuren-des-ludwig-van-in-baden.html

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  4. R's Rue30 April 2020 at 11:58

    Your photos are beautiful. I love your perspective.

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  5. Jointy&Croissanty30 April 2020 at 13:23

    Croatia is so beautiful! I love these photos and you look gorgeous!
    Have a wonderful weekend!

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  6. Mica30 April 2020 at 14:14

    I like the red scarf and cap to add some colour to your outfit at the top! And that pink dress is lovely on you! It's good you have been able to write so many posts even though I know you will be very busy - teachers are so overworked right now, they are all doing a great job as I"m sure you are too!

    Hope you are having a great week :)

    Away From Blue

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    1. Ivana Split3 May 2020 at 01:10

      Thank you. The kids and the parents are working extra hard as well. I hope together we'll manage to make most of things.

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  7. Sheila30 April 2020 at 17:23

    Gosh, it is just so beautiful there, Ivana! The water is so clear and I love the rocky beach. You look smashing in that pink sweater dress - the burgundy/purple sweater is a great colour on top of it.

    Have a great weekend, my dear. I hope you get some rest soon!

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  8. Jodie's Touch of Style30 April 2020 at 17:45

    I'm so glad you're able to get out and about Ivana. It really makes a difference, doesn't it?
    I love that scarf with the red hat too...it's so stylish.
    XOXO
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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  9. Diane Umuhoza30 April 2020 at 17:57

    Such nice photos !

    http://www.fruityandpassion.com/2020/04/the-benefits-of-wearing-shapewear.html#more

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  10. Antonella1 May 2020 at 00:34

    Nice photos <3

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  11. Polyester Princess1 May 2020 at 10:35

    I'm really craving nature hikes, but there isn't much to visit near my home, and we are not allowed to make non-essential car drives. Instead, I'm living vicariously through your posts about the amazing area you find yourself living in. A lovely round-up of posts, and you are still posting way more than my average of 8 posts a month. Now that I'm only working 2 days a week, I posted 10 in April, which is a personal record! I hope you'll have a relaxing weekend! xxx

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    1. Ivana Split3 May 2020 at 01:14

      I can imagine. I'm really blessed to find myself on an island with so many great hikes, a low population and hence a lower risk.

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  12. Vix2 May 2020 at 04:18

    Such beautiful scenery, you really are fortunate to live in such a lovely place. x

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    1. Ivana Split3 May 2020 at 01:14

      thank you. I'm really happy to find myself here.

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