SUMMER 2024: WHEN THE SUN SETS IN SPLIT CITY
Hello dear readers and fellow bloggers! In this post, I'll take you for a night stroll around Split city. Evening strolls in Summer hit different, don't they? Of course, I'll also show you what I wore, but the emphasis will be on my gorgeous home city. Lovers of history and Mediterranean architecture might especially enjoy this post. Split city is beautiful at any time, but it can feel especially magical during those warm summer nights. As I already wrote in my earlier posts, I visited Split at the start of this month. I was planning on coming back today, but stuff got in the way. I'm hoping I'll have a chance to visit Split again in August. What cities do you like to visit in Summer?
My beautiful city, nicknamed the pearl of the sea, is a fascinating mix of the old and the new. Originally build as a summer residence for an ancient Roman emperor Diocletian, it has had an eventful and interesting history. In this very first photograph, you can see me posing on Peristyle, that is, the main square during Roman times. The main square of Roman times is located next to the cathedral that started its long life as a mausoleum of emperor Diocletian. That makes perfect sense, if you think about it. The purpose of the square was to be the centre of social and religious life. This is where the emperor Diocletian would appear before his folk to be celebrated as the living son of Jupiter. Emperor Diocletian is no more, but Split city lives on and I like to think that he would be proud seeing what happened to his Palace. What I love about Split the most is how full of life it feels. People are still sitting under those columns every day and night. It's like a museum in the open.
THE STORY OF MY OUTFIT - SUSTAINABLE FASHION FILES
As I already stated, I wore this for an evening walk in Split city. I paired my white tunics with black leggings, boromira sandals and a mini ratan bag. It was a bit windy, so I decided to style my vintage scarf as a maxi skirt. If you remember, I've bought this scarf in a second hand shop and I really love how versatile it is. All in all, this was a perfect outfit for a casual night stroll. I felt fantastic wearing this, so I might try a similar outfit formula again.
THE WHITE OFF SHOULDER TUNICS WITH FLORAL PRINT DETAILS
Back in 2021, I published a post that I'm quite proud of and that showed 41 WAY TO WEAR A WHITE TUNIC BLOUSE! I'm so happy I managed to get so many wears out of this tunics. Since then, I continued wearing it. You can see how I styled this white tunics in Summer 2023. Should I try to get to 100 wears or should I retire it?
THE BLACK STRAIGHT CUT LEGGINGS
I mean, I don't really have a way of telling this pair of black leggings from others I have. Like stockings and tights, leggings are a basic item in my closet. I don't usually link them up, unless they have a pattern or come in a different colour so I can easily identify them. However, I did make one post specifically about layering leggings with summer dresses and tunics, so you can check it out to see more ways I've styled them.
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In my last post, I shared one of my paintings inspired by Split city. That was not the first time I painted my home city. It has appeared in Travel With My Art series a couple of times.
SEE HOW I ILLUSTRATED AND PAINTED SPLIT BEFORE
MATEJUŠKA, SPLIT CITY (CROATIA)
A SEAVIEW FROM A PARK (SPLIT, CROATIA)
Besides in this regular feature, Split city has appeared in my other art posts as well. Have a look and follow the links below to see how Split inspired my art.
PHOTODIARY: EN PLEIN AIR SKETCH
Why do location and fashion illustrating often go hand in hand? I found myself asking that question today. I love exploring all aspects of fashion illustration, because well it's something I'm passionate about, and I've pretty much always been into it. Seriously, my elementary schoolbooks are filled with fashion illustrations. Anyhow, as of late, I find myself wanting to make fashion illustrations that will be as much about the location as about the outfit. I know I'm not the only one. There are many fashion illustrators out there who do location illustrating as well. I'm not sure what is the secret connection, but location art sure gets along with fashion art. Inner design and architecture are often a part of fashion illustrations as well. I would also add that both urban and nature landscapes seem to be match made in heaven with outfit illustrations. Interesting, isn't it? As I always say, fashion illustrating is a fascinating field. I suppose it is the same case with fashion photography. You'd hardly ever see fashion editorials shot in front of some wall, there usually is a story and a location to match that story. Location plays an important part in fashion photography. When you think about it, clothes are never just clothes, are they? That's kind of the whole appeal of fashion. We use clothes to show emotions and to tell stories.
Split really has some really great historical sites and in that sense it is very Mediterranean. Indeed, what is fantastic about the Mediterranean area is that you can often not only see the past with your own eyes, you can touch and smell it as well. If that's not potentially educational, I don't know what is.
MORE POSTS ABOUT SPLIT CITY
A SPLIT CITY GIRL WHO LOVES PAINTING THE SEA
Prokurative
Prokurative or as they are officially called, Republic Square resemble the Venice St. Marks Square. They are located west of the Riva and they were named after the arches found on the neo-Renaissance buildings surrounding the square on three sides. Most people to this day know it by that name. The square is only open on the south side, providing a beautiful view of the harbour and the Riva (waterfront). The building of the Prokurativa was initiated by one of the most renowned mayors in the history of the city Antonio Bajamonti in the mid 19th century. He wanted to show that Split supported Italian tradition with all its might. Hence the colonnade resembling Venetians, and reliefs above the windows evoking the ancient and Renaissance influences. Bajamonti also made his great theatre on the square, but it was destroyed by a fire.
The square has long been established as an excellent stage for cultural events, especially the pop music festival, and the local bars and restaurants made it a popular venue for the citizens of Split. The plateau on the south side has always been an integral part of Prokurative, with, ever since 1947, a neo-Classical fountain, destroyed by the communist authorities, due to its alleged connection to the Italian rule....
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The history of Split
The history of Split is over-flowingly rich and turbulent to fit in just a couple of sentences. Although the Split area was earlier inhabited by the Greek colonies, Emperor Diocletian should be considered its first citizen and founder, starting his lavish villa of around 300 square meters near the great city of Salona in 293 AD, only to retire from the Roman throne within its walls after building it for ten years.
Turbulent centuries that followed turned the villa into a city, conceived by the fugitive inhabitants of Salona who fled from the Avars and Slavs. Many authorities changed hands in the city which, in the years to come, grew beyond the Palace walls, from the Croatian Kings in the 10th century, through the Hungarian and Venetian administration, to the French rulers and the Austro-Hungarian monarchy. Modern age and the 20th century "moved" Split from the kingdom of Yugoslavia, through tragic, yet heroic times of the Italian and German occupation during the Second World War when Split was one of the centres of anti-fascist resistance, to the Socialist Yugoslavia and the present period of the free and independent Croatia, member of the European Union.
Tumultuous history leaves its trace in the everyday life of the city that always moved steadily forward, remaining the centre of this part of the coast to this day. In those mixtures of history layers, clumsiness was inevitable, sometimes even rashness in development, but today it is all a part of its originality. Great city beats today with the silent whisper of history, the lively spirit of youth and charm of the Mediterranean yet in every way also Croatian warmth...
Split is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, and you absolutely fit into your wonderful city. Thanks for the wonderful post Ivan
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you liked it.
DeleteSo great to see you two out in the nightlife of the city. What a fabulous outfit! What a wonderful city! This is exciting to see! Such a beautiful city! Thaks so much for the great tour!
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome. Have a great weekend!
DeleteI LOVE this skirt so much! You are both fabulous! So cool to see Split at night! This is such an amazing post! I adore it! Also thank you so much for your comment! i greatly appreciate it. Wishing you a fabulous August❤️❤️❤️❤️💛💛💛💛💛☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️
ReplyDeleteThank you. Split is lovely at night, isn't it?
DeleteBella ciudad, te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteGracias
DeleteYour photos during night walks came out great, such light changes a lot. You look beautiful in this styling, what you did with this beautiful scarf is a brilliant idea :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you Alice. I'm glad you enjoyed the photos.
DeleteLovely to see this beautiful place again. My sister is flying to Split today and is spending 10 days in Croatia. I'd love to visit again. I hope you make it back in August!
ReplyDeleteYour outfit is pretty. I say go for the 100 wears! I'd love to see that!
Kezzie xx
Nice to see your husband too!
That's great to hear. If I was in Split, I'd offer to show her around. Will she be spending all of her 10 days there or will she be visiting other places as well?
DeleteYou look so nice, thanks for your sharing
ReplyDeleteThank you !
DeleteSplit is so beautiful, and even more amazing at night.
ReplyDeleteYou look really gorgeous in this outfit. Great idea to wear this scarf as skirt.
Have a wonderful weekend:)
Thanks! You too!
DeleteThank you for the wonderful tour of Split city! We have plans to visit Croatia in the future and Split will be a definite stop. I liked how you styled the scarf to be a skirt; excellent idea and it changes the outfit completely!
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I hope you'll enjoy Croatia and Split!
DeleteYour post beautifully captures the charm of Split at night. I agree, evening strolls in summer have a unique magic to them, and Split’s blend of history and Mediterranean allure makes it truly special. The Peristyle and the cathedral are indeed central to understanding the city's rich past. It’s wonderful to hear how vibrant and alive Split remains, even as it carries the legacy of Diocletian. Can’t wait to see more of your adventures and what you’ll wear next time!
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What a beautiful city. It looks amazing. And love your outfit :-D
ReplyDeleteThank you Ananka!
DeleteI really like your city and your outfit.
ReplyDeleteYou look great!
Thanks Pani!
DeleteI was in Split about twenty years ago. This place is still in my memory. An amazing city with an extraordinary history. I love your beautiful country :) Ps. You look charming :)
ReplyDeleteThank you. I'm happy to hear you enjoyed your visit to Croatia! I hope you'll visit again!
DeleteBeautiful photos!😊 Have a nice day 😊
ReplyDeleteThank you! You too!
DeleteIt's always a treat to tag along with you on your walks through Split city, but oh my, does it look stunning after the sun has set! I Your outfit is fabulous! I love the idea of fashioning a scarf into a skirt, particularly if like yours it's such a gorgeous one! xxx
ReplyDeleteThank you Ann. It might be my hack of the summer. Such an easy way to create a maxi skirt!
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ReplyDeleteamazing pictures! I love them *-*
thanks for sharing
Kisses ♥
It's so wonderful how you love your city and give us such a great tour.
ReplyDeleteWearing that scarf as a skirt is just brilliant,
XOXO
jodie
Thank you Jodie. It's lovely to hear from you again.
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ReplyDeleteI really like to see night photos of cities and when I saw the first photo I wanted to see the whole post! I'm passionate about architecture, I remind you that I was a failed architect ehehe! But that doesn't stop me from loving centuries-old architecture as much as modern architecture. I also liked seeing you together in the photos!
Thank you Marisa. I'm glad you enjoyed. The centre of Split's city is basically a preserved Roman Palace, it's quite stunning.
Delete*I forgot to tell you that with that outfit you look like a real tourist in your city!
ReplyDeleteI always try to be a tourist in my city. :)
DeleteSuch a beautiful city! Love your top...very different and beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteSplit certainly looks very lively during the evenings in the summer. I guess everyone wants to be out to enjoy the season while they can. Adore your scarf worn as a skirt!
ReplyDeleteYes, everyone wants to enjoy the season. Thank you.
DeleteHow lovely your city is, Ivana, especially at night! Great outfit (and why not go for 100 wears of the tunic??) and amazing pictures!
ReplyDeleteThank you. I'll try to get to 100 wears.
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