Posh Underground

This old empty house you see in the pictures is just one of the many here that were burned during the war in Bosnia. While in my country - Slovenia, the war after the break-up of Yugoslavia lasted only ten days, situation here in Bosnia and Herzegovina was much more serious and difficult. The war here lasted almost four years. Many people were killed - and not only soldiers but also children, babies, old people, pregnant women, etc. People were hiding in the house, praying and hoping they are going to survive and get enough food to eat. They were getting some food from humanitarian aid but a lot of times husbands and grandfathers had to walk miles and miles away to buy basic things like meal. The consequences of war are still visible, after almost 20 years you can still see a lot of such houses and people in the streets who lost arm or leg back in that awful time.

Don't get me wrong, they live a normal and happy life now, but you can still see those kind of memories from that time. To me it's really interesting to see how we keep complaining about the things that are not even terrible, how people try to bring you down, how people peek in your personal life hoping to find some embarrassing information (btw, doing that is exactly the same as if you were interested how many times your neighbour goes to the toilet), while people here explain and tell stories about the war with a smile on their face and with humour. And not only that, they are supporting each other, they are seriously happy if they see you being happy, they try to help no matter how long they know you and mostly they are not making a big deal from their problems. They learned to see things in a positive light. I can't even describe how warm and welcome and loving they make you feel. And you...you have this strange feeling like you can't get them enough love back. Like what you are doing is simply not enough. At least I feel that way. It's not enough just being there and being a friend with that person. I get way too much love and positive energy so I only wish there was something more I could do.

I know I'm a kind of too gentle person and see things maybe too emotionally but that's just the way I am. And since I came here I'm wishing I could help someone who needs help. Whatever that means. Spend some time and play with them, give them clothes, maybe money if you have enough or just buy something to eat. For me it is hard to watch so many dogs outside who are without home and completely skinny and...oh gosh, so hungry. I'm buying a freaking extra pizza slice so I can feed them. I know that's not good for them, but after all...better that than nothing, right? Wish I could give a home to at least one of them but I unfortunately can't. But I can help a little bit. And that's why I decided to start working with the Red Cross!

I've been so busy with life here there I couldn't find time to post anything. But more about that in my next post. Right now I'm having so much fun. Haha, in fact so much fun that one of the nights I went out even police where looking for me all over the town, because they thought something happened to me. It was false alarm, but lifestyle and habits here are so much different than the one I used to. Here it is strange to see a girl walking alone after 11pm. No, I'm not joking. And of the best nights I had here my mobile phone battery ran out so they were calling me to make sure everything is ok with me and I didn't respond for hours so they started searching. I'm glad they take so much care of me, I really did and I appreciate it so much but that was kind of hilarious. Isn't it?

These pictures have been taken after L'Oreal Paris conference in Sarajevo that I've been invited to. I took some time and went around the town in hope to explore it a little bit. And I totally did. And I totally loved it! I just love exploring new places, lifestyles, habits, food. And not only that. I'm already thinking what is going to be my next destination. The only thing I did here that is pretty much the same as at home is that I've bought the new issue of British Vogue. When it comes to Vogue I'm a sucker for British Vogue - definitely the best. I would never guess that Vogue is cheaper in my town than here. Would you? I'm not missing much home except the people I love and home delivery of Indian food! Besides that I'm having a great time here. Meeting so cool people, having fun, eating way too much but mostly good, working - you can expect soon my very first website (thanks to Naš Grad). It was time! In few days I'm also staring to work on my new project with Red Cross and help poor people here. But more about that also soon, so stay tuned guys!

Tonight I had a girls night out for the first time since I came here. Gosh how I missed that! Just being around girls you like and get along, chatting with them about girl things, commenting outfits another girls wear and all that girly things made my night and staying here even more beautiful and perfect. Thanks so much Adna and Amina for a lovely night! 

Breathtaking, isn't it? 

It's not a secret...well, actually I believe every true fashionista knows that L'Oreal Paris is the greatest and the most important beauty brand in the world! L'Oreal Paris has been present in the movie world for more than 15 years. And not only that. They have also been working with the biggest movie stars in the world and creating special looks for them. Can you imagine that you're that important that L'Oreal Paris creates a special look just for you? I can absolutely imagine them creating something for me, but they probably don't. Yet. It all started long, long...ok, too long ago. In 1907, Eugène Schueller, a young French chemist, developed a hair dye formula called Auréale. He formulated and manufactured his own products, which he then sold to Parisian hairdressers. And Paris is also where they still have the head office. L’Oréal got its start in the hair-color business as I said, but the company soon branched out into other cleansing and beauty products.

Last year they created 419 different make-up looks for more than 120 movie stars and special guests at the Sarajevo Film Festival in 9 days and 108 working hours. Schocking? This year, for the 19th Sarajevo Film Festival they chose Zana Marjanovič (beautiful lady on the pictures), Bosnian actress to represent their new looks, because of her elegant and youthful look. And I must say they made a right decision. She looks so stunning! My favourite look is definitely the last one. So me! But the second one is also..."oh so beautiful". But then again the first one is also so gorgeous, so natural. Damn, I've been looking at the pictures for more than half an hour to decide which one is my favourite and I thought I've picked one, but now I'm not sure, again. Every look is nothing but beautiful in its way. I don't know for you guys, but I'm definitely going to wear these looks. What do you think about them? Which one is your favourite and which one are you going to rock?

Today, no wait...it's already yesterday, was the D-Day! 

As I have already said, I was invited to the L'Oreal Paris conference in Sarajevo which was organised as a side event of the Sarajevo Film Festival. There're so many things about the event you guys need to now, but before I start I would like to thank first Lejla Brčaninović for inviting me over and L'Oreal Paris of course! I'm honestly so happy and mostly grateful that I had a chance to be part of that. Thanks so much for having me, the pleasure was all mine!

You're probably wondering what was all the fuss about...am I right? Have you guys ever heard about Zana Marjanović? She's a Bosnian actress best known for her role in "In the Land of Blood and Honey", which was Angelina Jolie's directorial debut. I didn't really know her (I know...shame on me!), but my first thought when I saw her was - "Omg, she's so beautiful". No joke! I lost my track now because of her beauty, but let me return... L'Oreal Paris presented the new trends that have been presented by Zana, as she's a personification for the brand because of her elegant and youthful look and artistic embodiment. Zana, Laurent Sorieul - director of L'Oreal Paris Adria, and Renata have presented us three beauty red carpet looks which you can also wear in every day life. And no, that's not all. Ladies from L'Oreal Paris also showed us how to do all that looks! But more about the looks in my next post!

I was really surprised about the whole event organization. To be honest, I didn't expect it to be so professional! They took care of absolutely everything. Everything! From the seats, goody bags, catering, champagne, press etc.  And everyone was really nice to me, but I've already told you guys how everyone is super nice and open here, so that's nothing new. So before I put those gorgeous beauty looks up I would first like to share pictures from the event with you. Take a peek lovelies, because you're worth it!