TEMA Fashion suit // Cosmic Chains earrings (find them here) // Carpisa bag // CCC Shoes & Bags ankle boots
photos by Nataša
Zdravo, ljudi! Srećan nam početak proleća s malim zakašnjenjem! ♡ Nadam se da uživate u lepim sunčanim danima, znam da meni baš prijaju! Pre svega, želim da vam se svima zahvalim na čestitkama povodom mog novog posla, to mi stvarno puno znači. ♡ Iskrena da budem, tržište rada je katastrofalno u ovoj zemlji i mnogo je teško naći bilo kakav posao, a kamoli neki s normalnim uslovima rada koji je pristojno plaćen. Ja sam čitavih deset meseci bila bez pravog posla, radila sam honorarno/frilenserski i sigurna sam da mnogi od vas znaju kako je živeti u konstantnoj finansijskoj neizvesnosti, a troškovi su vam ogromni. Najzad sam imala sreće da mi se pruži prilika koja me istovremeno motiviše da se trudim i daje oslonac da čvrsto stojim na nogama. ♡
Ne znam koliko to možete da vidite na slikama, ali pojavilo mi se još sedih u odnosu na prethodne godine. Prve sede su se pojavile dok mi je tata bio u bolnici na lečenju od COVID-19, i nažalost nije preživeo. U celoj toj agoniji nisam samo dobila sede, već sam i smršala za ceo konfekcijski broj jer mi je bilo muka od same pomisli na hranu tih petnaest dana. Godinama nisam podnosila svoje sede jer su me podsećale upravo na taj najtraumatičniji period u mom životu, ali počinjem da učim da ih prihvatam kao deo sebe. Velika tuga je zaostavština velike ljubavi koju gajite prema nekome ko više nije tu, i jako sam zahvalna na tome što sam barem tih 27 godina imala tatu. ♡ Mnogi su svog tatu imali mnogo kraće, neki se svog čak ni ne sećaju, a nekima su očevi bili toliko užasni da im je bilo bolje bez njih.
Da se vratim na sadržaj posta - definitivno moram da ulažem više u izgradnju svog poslovnog stila sad kad moj novi karijerni put podrazumeva šetanje između kancelarije, nastavnog kabineta i laboratorije. Odela i slični kompleti su mi definitivno na vrhu te liste, mada je ovo odelo koje bih pre ponela za neku svečanost ili prilikom izlaganja naučnog rada na nekom kongresu. Obožavam interesantne krojeve u kojima možete da zasijate bez mnogo aksesoara, a ovo odelo s poluplaštom koji podseća pomalo na indijsku/južnoazijsku narodnu nošnju me je oduševilo! Pustila sam ga da govori samo za sebe uz minimalističke detalje, talase u kosi i klasičnu šminku i mislim da mu nije potrebno ništa više od toga. ♡
Možda vam naziv ovog posta, kao i pesma koja ga prati, deluju kao čudan spoj s ovakvom odevnom kombinacijom, ali mi se ta pesma mota po glavi još od Super Bowla i mnogo sam je zavolela! Takođe, predlažem vam da je poslušate i, ukoliko ne govorite španski, ispratite prevod njenog teksta - ne verujem da sam jedina koja može da se poistoveti s onim o čemu govori.
Iz ličnog iskustva vam dajem ovaj savet - ako vam neki muškarac kaže da ga ne zanimaju veze, da se ne zaljubljujete u njega i da nije spreman da "se skrasi", ne ubeđujte ga u suprotno. Verujte mu. Koliko god da vam je privlačan na početku, nemojte misliti da će se zbog vas predomisliti ili promeniti. Ako ne možete da se nađete na istoj talasnoj dužini po pitanju toga šta želite od odnosa, ne zadovoljavajte se njime. Na duže staze ćete videti da vam ne može/neće dati ono što tražite.
I na kraju, izvinite na podužem postu, nadam se da vam neće biti mnogo dosadno da ga čitate! Mora da je razlog tome što sam se sad ovoliko raspisala to što sam u 2025. objavila samo PET (!!!) postova za godinu dana. Potrudiću se da se javljam češće jer je ovaj digitalni prostor nešto u šta sam mnogo uložila i jer mnogo volim ovu zajednicu. ♡ U međuvremenu me zapratite na Instagramu i TikToku gde možete videti još sadržaja koji kreiram. Čujemo se uskoro!
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Hi, guys! Happy beginning of spring with a little delay! ♡ I hope you're enjoying the beautiful sunny weather because I feel rejuvenated! First of all, I'd like to thank everyone who congratulated me on my new job, it really means a lot. ♡ To be honest, the employment market is catastrophic in my country and it's so hard to land any job, let alone one with normal work conditions and fairly paid. I haven't had a full time job for ten whole months, I've worked part time/as a freelancer and I'm sure that many of you know what it's like to live in a constant state of financial uncertainty and have huge expenses that need to be paid. I was finally lucky to get an opportunity that motivates me to try my best and provides me enough stability for me to stand firmly on my feet. ♡
I don't know if you can see it in the photos, but now I have more grey hairs compared to previous years. I got my first grey hairs while my dad was in hospital sick from COVID-19, and sadly he didn't make it. In that state of agony I not only got the grey hairs, but I also lost weight of an entire dress size because the thought of food alone was making me sick in that fifteen day period. I couldn't stand my grey hairs for years because they were a reminder of the most traumatic period of my life, but I'm starting to learn to accept them as a part of me. Great grief is a legacy of a great love you have for someone who is no longer there, and I'm so grateful for the fact that I had a dad for at least those 27 years. ♡ Many people have had their dad for a shorter while, some don't even remember their dads, and some had such terrible fathers that they are better off without them.
Back to the post - I definitely need to invest more in upgrading my business style now that my new career path includes being at the office, classroom and laboratory. Suits and other sets are definitely at the top of my list, though this is more of a suit I'd wear to a formal event or at a congress as a presenter of a case report etc. I love interesting tailoring that you can shine in without many accessories, and this suit with a semi-cloak that kind of reminds me of Indian/Desi traditional clothes has blown me away! I let it speak for itself with minimalist details, waves in my hair and classic makeup and I think it needed nothing more than that. ♡
Maybe the title of this post, as well as the song that comes with it, seems like an odd match with this outfit, but this song has been living in my head rent-free since the Super Bowl and I like it so much now! Also, I suggest you to give it a listen and, if you don't speak Spanish, read the English translation of the lyrics - I don't think I'm the only one who can relate to what it's about.
Let me give you a piece of advice from my personal experience - if a man tells you that he's not into relationships, tells you not to fall in love with him and that he isn't ready to "settle down", don't try to convince him otherwise. Believe him. No matter how attractive you think he is in the beginning, don't think that he is going to change his mind or his ways because of you. If you're not on the same wavelength when it comes to what you want from a relationship, don't settle for him. You'll see that he can't give you what you're looking for in the long run.
And finally, sorry for such a long post, I hope it won't be too boring for reading! The fact that I only published FIVE (!!!) posts for the entire year of 2025 on this blog must be the reason why I needed to say so many things. I'll do my best to write here more frequently because this digital space is something I invested so much in and I also love this community. ♡ In the meantime you can follow me on Instagram and TikTok as well to see the content I create outside of this blog and post there. Talk to you soon!




























You look fabulous!
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Thank you, Jennifer! <3
DeleteWhat a powerful post. It sounds like you are able to view the grey hairs in a different way now, which is really powerful. Sending you so much love. This outfit is really beautiful <3
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DeleteWhat a beautiful way to reframe that into something that you can accept and embrace. I love the outfit and you look great. Have a wonderful week!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! <3
DeleteSending you love and hugs in this uncertain time. And that blazer is incredible...truly a form of art.
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Thanks, Jodie! A big hug for you too! <3
DeleteJelena, your post put a smile on my face! This entire outfit is a vibe, you look beautiful and I'm so so happy for you with your new job. I hope you love it!! Sending you all the hugs for the loss of your dad, I lost mine when I was young and I know that it still hurts even years later. I love what you said about great grief being great love - that is so very true!
ReplyDeleteWishing you a wonderful weekend my dear friend and always excited to see new posts! :)
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Thank you so very much, Ashley! It really means a lot, dear friend. <3 I'm sorry you suffered the same loss, it doesn't hurt less no matter how much time passes - I believe that we just get better at living with it.
DeleteSomeone once said that grief was like glitter - no matter how many times you try to "wash it off", there will always be some traces of it showing up. It becomes a part of us. But there wouldn't be grief if it wasn't for love. <3
I really love this pants suit and the unique features of it. And your eye makeup is so pretty too! Aww, I am SO sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I feel I've lost my dad in a way with the dementia he has, but at least he is still here physically. It's hard all around, though. Hugs.
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I'm so sorry to hear that, Carrie! Sending you a HUGE hug! <3 Having a family member suffering from dementia is really painful, I can only imagine what it's like. :(
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Muito obrigada. <3
DeleteWow, I love that blazer!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Nancy! <3
DeleteI love the unique details of this tailored suit! So cool. I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. I lost mine years ago and understand the rawness of missing him that you are feeling sometimes. Sending prayers of peace and love.
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Thank you, Kathrine. <3 You described it so well - the rawness of missing him. The mix of grief of losing my dad and the gratitude of having such a loving, kind and happy dad is bittersweet to say the least.
DeleteWhat a lovely, powerful post to read! Also, loving the outfit in these photos!
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Thank you so very much, Lucy. <3
DeleteThis suit is incredible--the draping on the jacket is absolutely gorgeous! You wear it so well!
ReplyDeleteI hope you are having a great week so far!
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Thank you so much, Amber! <3
DeleteU pravu si da situacija s poslom nije idealna, stvarno je teško naći neki normalno plaćeni posao s normalnim uvjetima rada. Netkome se posreći pa upadne na dobro mjesto, ali za većinu ljudi je to zapravo borba, promjene posla, stalni razgovori za posao. Treba uvijek vidjeti koje su nam opcije, informirati se i tako dalje. Često je promjena i dobra, ali je stress uvijek prisutan i nekad si jednostavno moramo uzeti vremena i malo odmoriti od Interneta, bloga i svega toga, čak i kada je to nešto što volimo.
ReplyDeleteMene su sve te promjene posla prošle godine stvarno iscrpile i mislim da će mi trebati neko vrijeme da sve dođe na svoje. Posao nas može ispunjavati, ali može biti i teret. Ja sam sada konačno našla radno mjesto u prosvjeti, ali naravno tu su onda drugi izazovi , morala sam se preseliti pa sada plaćam podstanarstvo i hipoteku za kuću u kojoj trenutno ne živim. Najgore mi je što je to podstanarstvo na crno jer ne mogu drugačije naći, a doslovno me svako malo izbace iz apartmana jer nađu radnike koji im mogu platiti više. Tako da svako vrijeme nosi svoje izazove. Imam jednu rodicu koja je nekako imala sreća pa je odmah nakon fakulteta dobila posao u struci, a ja sam svima uvijek govorila da joj ne zavide jer je podstanar...i još uvijek je podstanar i to u Splitu, najgorem gradu za biti podstanar, izbace te ih stana bez najave, a najamnina je oko tisuću eura. Uglavnom, život je pun izazova.
Nekad jednostavno nemamo energije za blog i to je u redu. Ja isto ne objavljujem često kao prije. Sada su proljetni praznici pa ću unaprijed pripremiti neke objave, ali to će biti to. No, moram priznati da što više vrijeme prolazi vidim prednosti bloga i vlastite stranice, stvarno je lijepo imati taj neki svoj prostor na Internetu. Komentari na blogovima su često zanimljivi i vrijedi ih pročitati. Možda je i dobro što su društvene mreže preuzele neki više "površni" oblik komunikacije, čini mi se da su se blogovi vratili gdje su bili, kao neka mjesta gdje ljudi doista razgovaraju o nekim temama, umjesto da udare lajk i to je to. Blogovi su neko vrijeme bili kao i društvene mreže, objavljivalo se često, a sada su nekako općenito usporili.
Što se tiče sjedih, ja ih isto imam, ali bojim kosu, to jest korjen svakih par mjeseci. Kod tebe ih nisam ni primijetila, zapravo mislila sam da si izvukla jedan ili dva svijetlija pramena. Sada su u trendu ti svijetliji pramenovi uz lice pa sam mislila da je to to. Frizura ti je baš dotjerana. Imaš zdravu bujnu kosu pa ti sve lijepo stoji.
Odijelo je fantastično, pristaje ti savršeno i baš je upečatljiv komad. Asimetrični krojevi su mi uvijek posebno lijepi, pa ima smisla vidjeti ih kao komade za posebne prigode. Siva boja ti odlično stoji. Ja isto volim sivu, odlična je alternativa bijeloj i crnoj, neutralna je i odlično se kombinira s drugim bojama. Torbica i cipele se super slažu uz ovu poslovnu kombinaciju. Kombinacija za deset! Lokacija, ambijent i fotografije su također prekrasne.
Hvala ti puno na komentaru, draga Ivana! <3 Potpuno te razumem, nažalost, po pitanju posla jer sam i ja kao doktorka stomatologije prošla kroz sito i rešeto po pitanju traženja posla. U stomatologiji vladaju korupcija i stranačko zapošljavanje kad je u pitaju državno zdravstvo, kao i žestoki nepotizam kad je u pitanju privatna praksa, a kad "nisi ničiji" što bi se reklo očekuj da ćeš se šaltati između biroa i mizerno plaćenih, eksploatatorskih uslova rada. Ja sam tako živela pet godina sve dok mi se nije pukim spletom okolnosti ukazala ova prilika.
DeleteJa imam tu sreću da sam stambeno obezbeđena, ali saosećam sa svima koji to nisu i koji na sve svoje probleme još i žive kao podstanari. Otkako su cene SVEGA nenormalno porasle počeli su da izdvajaju i po pola mesečne plate samo na stanarinu i režije i to je bukvalno postalo noćna mora.
Gubitak je uvijek težak, a slažem se da moramo biti zahvalni za vrijeme koje smo imali sa tom bliskom osobom. Neki ljudi nikada nemaju neku blisku osobu u životu. Ja sam u koroni izgubila nekoliko osoba iz šire obitelj, ali najteže mi je pao gubitak bake iako je bila u godinama kada se to može očekivati pa je takav gubitak i prirodan i nije takva tragedija kao kada umre relativno mlad čovjek. Još uvijek sam tužna i teško mi je prihvatiti da je nema, iako sam se psihički pripremala za to dok je još bila živa i naravno znala sam da neće zauvijek biti tu. Ona zapravo i nije umrla od korone, nego više od starosti, ali zbog tih mjera nisam mogla na pogreb i to mi je teško palo. Bez nje nekad mi se čini kao da mi nema pola svijeta. Teško je to objasniti nekome tko nije tako nešto iskusio. Ona je meni stvarno bila srodna duša i uvijek smo imale nekakav poseban odnos.
ReplyDeleteJako mi je žao što si izgubila nekog tako posebnog u svom životu. Da, možda jeste prirodan sled okolnosti gubitak starije osobe poput bake i deke jer smo svi smrtni, ali to ne znači da je bol i praznina koju ostavljaju za sobom u našim životima išta manja. Bilo kako bilo, kao što sam i rekla, ne bi bilo velike tuge za nekim da nije bilo velike ljubavi. <3
DeleteI love your outfit!
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Thanks, Teresa! <3
DeleteYou looks absolutely fab, dear! That jacket is really a fashion stetement on its own!
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry for the loss of your dad, it must be terrible, especially at such young age... Sending you a very big hug and all my positive vibes, sweetie, you really deserve happiness!
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Thank you very much. <3 My dad died four and a half years ago, but it still hurts. It will always hurt and I will always miss him, but I'm learning to live with it. Thank you. <3
DeleteThis was such a powerful and heartfelt post. I really admire your honesty, especially in sharing your experience with loss and learning to accept those reminders over time—it was beautifully written and so meaningful. And congratulations on your new job as well, it sounds like such a well-deserved step forward after everything you’ve been through. Wishing you so much happiness in this new chapter.
ReplyDeleteThank you so, so very much, Laura. <3
DeleteI try to block any thoughts and memories with everything related to COVID, it was horrible. Glad you've got a new job, hope you would settle well in the new environment. You power suit looks absolutely amazing, love this half-cloak feature. Anna
ReplyDeleteOh, dear Anna, that period scarred me for life so I wish I could block those memories too!
DeleteAlso, thank you! <3
I'm so glad you found a new job! I wish you much success in this new phase.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry about your father :(
Your hair looks beautiful, it's just a few gray hairs, don't worry.
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Thank you so much, dear Valéria. <3
DeleteIt's nice to see a post from you, and I love the outfit details. We had some friends and family members that we lost during COVID, it's never easy no matter how long it's been. I hope you enjoy the spring so far.
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DeleteSuch a fabulous suit, you look so stylish!
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Deletewow - so simple but at the same not simple elegant outfit with a little bit of fantasy - love you. You look stunning xx
ReplyDeleteThank you, Carolyna! <3
DeleteCongratulations on your new job. I hope you are enjoying it and you look very stylish in that suit!
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DeleteYou look beautiful.
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