VISIT GORANCI (BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA) WITH ME!

 Hello dear readers! Today I'm taking you to village Goranci. I visited this lovely village back last July. Located in vicinity of Mostar city, Goranci is a great summer destination, especially if you're looking for an escape from the urban jungle.   I've spend my August solely in Mostar so far. I think you all know the reason for that (more info here). I hardly left the house in days, I haven't been feeling well at all. I've managed to do some painting and reading despite my health issues, but I haven't been up to much else. The regular travelling posts on this blog will have to wait. However, I still have some 'travelling content' in the archives, so there will be a 'local travel' post from time to time, even if I don't manage to do any actual travelling.  Anyhow, today  I will show you photographs from our July visit to Goranci. Moreover, I'll share photographs of my previous visits over the years. I do really visit this place a lot.  I plan to head to Goranci as soon as I feel well enough to walk again. Scroll down to see more.


THE STORY OF AN OUTFIT- SHOPPING MY CLOSET AGAIN

One again, I shopped my closet for this look. This material of this midi skirt is a bit thick so I usually save it for colder months, but I figured I might give it a try. It turns out that I wasn't hot at all. I felt very comfortable in this styling. It probably helped that I wore the most comfortable sandals known to mankind for this walk. I layered my white tunics under this skirt (I'm close to thirty wears with this tunics!) under the skirt. I choose a burgundy bag I've had for years but still looks brand new. For accessories, I went for a long pink and purple necklace I made myself many years ago and a white straw hat (that was a practical choice because the sun is quite strong in Herzegovina)

HOW I WORE IT BEFORE? 

THE WHITE TUNICS-  8 ways to style this tunics here, 3 ways to style it here. I'm so happy I'm close to thirty wears with this one. 

THE BLUE MIDI VINTAGE SKIRT- last shown here. I've got this skirt from my sister-in-law. It's a size to be big, so I haven't gotten that much wear of it but on the other hand it's ideal for layering and oversize is often a more comfortable option in the summer. 

TROPICAL PRINT SANDALS - worn here. I think I'm close to thirty wears with this pair. 

BURGUNDY BAG- worn here. I've actually talked about this bag with my husband recently. We were both amazed by the fact that it doesn't look brand new- and I've had it for years. 

HANDMADE  NECKLACE (I MADE IT ABOUT 17 YEARS OLD)- worn here. I need to take close ups of this beaded necklace, it's really pretty. I think I was about nineteen when I made it.  

THE WHITE STRAW HAT- worn here, here and here.

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SEE MORE OF MY FASHION ILLUSTRATIONS 
MORE POSTS IN THIS CATEGORY (2023) : 

FRIDAY FASHION ILLUSTRATION APRIL 2023: A BLUE MAXI DRESS 7TH OF APRIL


  SPRING INSPIRED FASHION ILLUSTRATIONS published on 24th of March

FRIDAY FASHION ILLUSTRATION : TWO PORTRAIT SKETCHES published on 10th of March

FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: MY SELECTION published on 24th of February.

AUTUMN AND WINTER INSPIRATION and published on 7th of October.


MY PREVIOUS VISITS TO GORANCI -

MY PREVIOUS VISITS TO GORANCI VILLAGE (NEAR MOSTAR) HERE 
and HERE.....Interested in learning more about Goranci? Why, you're welcomed to check out these posts.

1. Nature Park Goranci
2. Sights to see, places to visit (Goranci )
3. Goranci (photography post)
4. A day in the country (Goranci)
5. Cropped chic outfit in Goranci











Thank you so much for stopping by. Have a lovely day!

Comments

  1. Sheila9 August 2021 at 15:43

    Sigh, it's so beautiful there, Ivana. Love your blue midi skirt - such a great cut and colour. I enjoyed seeing the older pics of you!

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  2. ALLIE NYC9 August 2021 at 18:10

    Oh wow Goranci does look like a great place to visit in the summer months and how fun to romp with the horses and LOVING all the looks you were wearing! All so chic but casual too.

    Allie of
    www.allienyc.com

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  3. Vix10 August 2021 at 00:09

    Goranci looks such a lush and beautiful place to visit!
    That skirt is a lovely colour and looks like a quality garment. xxx

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  4. himanshu agarwal10 August 2021 at 02:55

    awesome one !
    readmore

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  5. Mica10 August 2021 at 03:10

    Such a lovely place to visit and I like that blue mid skirt on you! Sorry to hear you have been unwell though, hopefully you are back to normal again soon! It's good you have still been able to do some things you enjoy :)


    Hope your week is off to a good start :)

    Away From The Blue

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  6. Pablo Parra (Fungi)10 August 2021 at 06:16

    Hola Ivana, I hope you're having a lovely summer!

    I am happy to hear that you're taking advantage of these summer days to go around places and then show them on the blog, I am so happy to see that I can know a little bit of your surroundings through the blog :)

    Goranci looks like the perfect place for a summer escapade and disconnect from the world for a little bit, the places is really peaceful and it is nice to enjoy some nature on the countryside from time to time. Also connecting with the animals like those nice horses helps us a lot in many different ways :)

    Now talking about the looks, the option of the midi skirt in electric blue seems perfect, the materials look thic but good to know that the day wasn't too hot to wear it :)

    Wishing my best and hope you can get better to enjoy the rest of the summer!

    Pablo
    www.HeyFungi.com

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  7. Anca10 August 2021 at 08:16

    I love the skirt, it looks so pretty. The pictures of Goranci are lovely too. I like the countryside a lot.

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  8. Polyester Princess10 August 2021 at 10:18

    First of all, I am so sorry to hear you're still not well. Sending more healing vibes your way!
    Thank you for taking the time to put together this post and take us along to Goranci. Once again, I cannot get over the fact that you're living in such a beautiful area. You have shown us so many wonderful places over the years. I'm totally loving your blue mid skirt, which looks amazing worn with the tunic as a blouse. I hope you'll be able to be out and about soon, Ivana xxx

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  9. Julie Ann Lozada10 August 2021 at 11:00

    what a beautiful place, i love places with lots of trees, grasses and mountains.

    JULIE ANN LOZADA BLOG
    INSTAGRAM: @julieann_lozada

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  10. Ananka10 August 2021 at 11:45

    Great photos and lovely horses :-D

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  11. Jodie's Touch of Style10 August 2021 at 13:52

    Sending more healing thoughts your way Ivana. I'm glad you tried this skirt even though it's thicker. Sometimes I think just the fact that a skirt isn't hugging us can be cooler than pants.
    XOXO
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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  12. ellie11 August 2021 at 04:18

    Such a cool summer hat! Looks like a fun adventure. Beautiful landscape!

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  13. Caitlin'nMegan11 August 2021 at 04:19

    So sweet. Such an awesome summer top & summer hat! Lovely post. Glad you two are enjoying the warm outdoors!

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  14. akiko hiramatsu11 August 2021 at 04:20

    Love that blue skirt! It is great you wore those items many times with wonderful ideas, Ivana! The white sneakers and brown sneakers, the white horse and brown horse, they are happy photos<3

    akiko
    https://kimonosnack.blogspot.com

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  15. Lulu14 August 2021 at 03:02

    Lovely photos Ivana. What a great place to escape to! Lulu x

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