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utorak, 14. travnja 2015.

Sweet tooth

I have always said that spring brings out the best of Zagreb. The cutest festivals are always taking place after Easter, and in that spirit, a pastries festival took place a week ago.

Honestly, the amount of cakes and wine back there... It was just too much for me hahah I tried to stay humble and opted for mascarpone brownies with berries at the end (summer is like, a few days away), but there was just sooo many goodies I just wanted to taste.

I wish I went at the evening though, they had a massive pinata fest and there were a lot of wine stands so it could I guess that was fun. The decoration was cute, lots of pixie lights and balloons- super sweet. I love the whole pink thing, it sets you back a bit from all the everyday-dullness.

The whole thing took place in a park in the center, but I think it wasn't advertised much because very little people knew about it. That's the thing I hate about this kinds of happenings- people have no clue about what's going on around the city and everyone's bored at the same time.

It was worth the calories tbh, I'd do it again any time. Next stop is the Street Food Festival that's coming soon. What's up with these food festivals lately, like no, I don't want to see and eat awesome food just a month before the beach season hits me.

Anyway, keep up for more foodie fests and my more of my random rants. I'm working on several posts at the same time right now, so it's gonna be a busy month, xx

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četvrtak, 25. prosinca 2014.

Merry Christmas everyone!

Like the jingle goes "this the season to be jolly...", and jolly it has been so far. With my nerves on the verge of exploding I've anticipated this winter break like never before. I hoped there'd be time for resting but there has been anything but such haha
Still I must admit, it's been fun doing Santa shopping and baking cookies for the fam; there was actually a LOT of baking- I think we broke the record this year with 10 different kinds of pastries baked in two days, and still counting...
Along with Santa, DHL surprised me in the nicest way- I ordered some dresses and such for New Years eve and to wear these days, but due to the busy season it wasn't expected until January, and it came yesterday -could you imagine the happiness. Like I've bought and surprised myself hahah

Anyway, here's a big happy Christmas from me and my little bro with a pic from yesterday's ballet- it's a tradition to see the Nutcracker every season. We're travelling tomorrow for a quick spa-getaway and hope I'll be able to write more these days!
Enjoy your holidays, spend time with your family and friends and don't forget to be thankful for what you have and give to those who don't! :)

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nedjelja, 14. prosinca 2014.

Travel diaries: Salzburg

Do you ever wish to just escape reality and chill for a day, far from home and responsibilities?
Few weeks ago my friend M and I made a random decision to go on an one-day trip to Salzburg to see the advent fair. The whole charm to it was the spontaneity.
For 24 hours we were able to forget all about school and problems, it was just us and the trip. Our first stop was Hellbrunn castle; a former summer house for the royalty. When I was a kid we used to go there in Easter, and I remember that the castle had a garden some prince once designed as a prank park- with gorgeous statues and murals that would spray water on its viewers. I remember there was a great big table with stone seats and when I sat on it the chair sprayed me and water started bursting from the top of the table. The guy had class even 300 years ago haha. The water park was closed cause it was cold, but we still got some time to stroll and visit the stands.

Later we continued to Salzburg. Imagine a city of 150 000 citizens with 200 000 tourists. Yep. Crowded is a euphemism in this case. Nevertheless, we got so see some cool, festive things.
They got stands to match their crowds; it's impossible to get through them all.

I'm not that into the whole commercial stuff, but I gotta admit they outdone themselves in decor. Firstly, the architecture itself is too cute, and they have this law that stores must have metal signs like centuries ago, so you're walking through narrow streets full on signs, holly, lights and ribbons.

And while my friend had a mission to shop till drop, the nerdy side of me was drooling over the architecture. But seriously. It's all very old and pittoresque, the facades are all in different colors and styles. Imagine it with all the lights- seems surreal.

If you're ever going to Salz, there's a place you need to see. It's a shop where you can buy hand painted real eggs. There are hundreds of thousands of them and each piece is a small piece of art (matches the price). I was sooo obsessing over little black Balmain eggs (that's how I called them). I didn't buy them though, they wouldn't go with our decor at home.

Every egg is practically unique and it takes you so much time to pick out the best.

It was cool and tiresome- we walked for 8 hours straight. But the weather was nice and not as cold as we were expecting. We were so bundled up with sweaters and coats and hot during the day, but it got pretty chilly when the Sun went down- so keep that in mind if you're ever going there.

Wearing Zara coat, pants and knitted sweater, Guess bag, Buffalo shoes and vintage hat.

It was so so nice to escape reality for a moment and just chill. We strolled, had coffee, ate pastries and just enjoyed ourselves. It was a laugh and I'd do it again anytime. Visit Salz, be prepared for rows of tourists and don't forget to eat some Sacher cake :)

Will write soon, xx

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srijeda, 26. studenoga 2014.

It's a coat story (Part 2)

Cinnamon tea with honey, warm blankets and re-runs of Buffy topped with fuzzy pajamas in bed all day... and in the middle of the week.
Sounds like heaven but you're more likely to have flu if you're currently living it. Luckily (or unlucky haha) for me, it's past now so I've jumped out of my bed and rushed into another shoot for the blog. You won't mind my pale skin though, right? It's quite hard to keep color in your cheeks when you're horizontal for a few days...
So like I promised, here's part two of the coat story. It's getting colder and the layers are thickening. Plus the humid air, things got less slouchy and more knitted.

Also, a lot of people have been asking me about my blush, the one used in the last photo set. I've been using it a lot lately, it's called Brown Milly by Dior. It's probably so noticeable because it's actually a dark plum tone, and it stands out on paler skin. Also it stays long so you don't have to put more every two hours. Would recommend to everyone who wants a change from the typical rosy blush :)

I'm wearing Maison Scotch woolen coat, Pimkie leather pants, Zara knit sweater and hat, leather boots are from Lisbon (forgot the brand/store)

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ponedjeljak, 24. studenoga 2014.

Collab

Last week my friend I.M. arranged a collab with NafNaf. It's a cute french brand, and I got to pick out my own styles. I haven't been to their store for a really long time, I remember going there when I was younger, cause of their soft, cute-girly style.
It was for their local campaign and it was fun picking out things and combining all together. They have some really nice pieces- like the pink coat and blue beanie you'll see below. Since I'm sick in bed writing this, there won't be much text, so here are the pics, and will write soon when I get better :)