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Did Natali Rade have a nose job? Yes, and she described it in detail
In February 2026, Croatian lifestyle influencer Natali Rade gave Net.hr a detailed interview about the rhinoplasty and eyelid surgery she had just had, while still in recovery. Below is exactly what she said, where it was published, and what the nose procedure she described involves for anyone considering it today.
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The main points in 30 seconds
- Croatian lifestyle influencer Natali Rade had a rhinoplasty and eyelid surgery in the same session.
- She told Net.hr in February 2026 the nose surgery took an hour and the eyelid surgery 45 minutes.
- She said a small bump never bothered her, but her nose length felt like it hid her smile.
- She did not name a clinic, surgeon or surgical technique.
Key facts about the procedure
- Operation time1.5–3 hours
- Stay in clinic1 day
- AnaesthesiaGeneral
- Price
$6,000from $4,200
Profile
Natali Rade
- Country
- Croatia
- Who
- Influencer
- Year of operation
- 2026
- Quote source
- Net.hr, 12 February 2026
Over the past couple of years I'd occasionally notice the length of my nose and always felt like it hid my smile, so it occurred to me I could shorten it. I also had a small bump that didn't really bother me, but once I'd decided, I did everything together... The eyelid surgery took 45 minutes total, and the nose took an hour.
What did Natali Rade say about her nose surgery?
Rade, known for her openness with followers, told Net.hr: “Zadnjih par godina primijetila bih tu i tamo dužinu svog nosa i uvijek mi se činilo kao da mi zaklanja osmijeh i ustvari mi je palo na pamet da bih ga mogla skratiti. Imala sam i malu grbicu koja mi i nije smetala, ali kada sam već donijela odluku, onda sam napravila sve u kompletu kako treba, kroz savjete s doktorom. ... Operacije kapaka je sve skupa trajala 45 minuta, a nosa sat vremena.” (“Over the past couple of years I'd occasionally notice the length of my nose and always felt like it hid my smile, so it occurred to me I could shorten it. I also had a small bump that didn't really bother me, but once I'd decided, I did everything together properly, following the doctor's advice. ... The eyelid surgery took 45 minutes in total, and the nose took an hour.”) The Net.hr interview, published 12 February 2026, describes both procedures as recent: Rade said she was still waiting for the cast to come off her nose and was adjusting to her new eyelids day by day, which places the operation in early 2026.
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WhatsAppThat is all this article relies on. She did not name a clinic, a surgeon or a surgical technique beyond describing the goal and the two durations, and we do not guess at any of it. Where the text below explains rhinoplasty methods and recovery, it describes the operation in general, not her treatment.
Why her openness matters
What stands out in Rade's interview is how ordinary she made the decision sound: a small bump she had never minded, and a nose length that she felt hid her smile on camera, rather than a dramatic complaint. She also said she combined it with eyelid surgery in one trip to the operating theatre because she had already decided to go through the recovery once.
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This article does not comment on her appearance or judge her choice; the point is that she answered detailed questions about timing and sensations instead of giving a vague statement.
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How rhinoplasty is done today, alone or combined with another procedure
Rhinoplasty reshapes the cartilage and bone framework of the nose through small incisions, usually hidden inside the nostrils or along the natural fold at the base. When a patient, like Rade, also wants eyelid surgery, the two can be scheduled in the same session to avoid two separate recovery periods, provided the combined operating time and anaesthesia plan are judged safe for that patient.
Rhinoplasty alone
- Typical total time
- Around 1–1.5 hours for a straightforward bump and tip reduction
- Main consideration
- Simplest planning, one focused recovery
Rhinoplasty plus blepharoplasty, same session
- Typical total time
- Roughly the sum of both procedures (around 1.5–2 hours in total, as Rade described)
- Main consideration
- One anaesthesia and one recovery window for two results
Rhinoplasty plus breathing correction
- Typical total time
- Longer, depending on the extent of the septum work
- Main consideration
- Addresses shape and airflow together when both are needed
Which combination makes sense, and whether it is safe to do in one sitting, is decided by the surgeon at the consultation, not from an influencer's account.
Who is a candidate and how to prepare
People consider rhinoplasty for a bump, length or tip shape they have lived with for years without it bothering them much, until, as Rade described, it starts standing out on camera or in photos.
- Full nasal growth matters. The procedure is only done once the nose has finished developing, generally from the late teens onward.
- A pre-operative consultation covers the plan, possible complications and the expected recovery in detail, which Rade said made her feel at ease beforehand.
- Health screening is required, and the surgeon reviews chronic conditions, allergies and medications, especially when a second procedure is combined in the same session.
- Contraindications include acute infections, uncontrolled chronic disease, pregnancy and breastfeeding, and blood clotting disorders.
What recovery looks like
A splint protects the nose for about a week after surgery, and the first days bring swelling and bruising, which is normal — Rade said the hardest part for her was simply having to rest and let her mother help with everyday tasks. Once the splint comes off, most of the visible bruising has faded, though the nose itself is still swollen.
By three to four weeks patients generally feel comfortable in public, even though the tip — the slowest part to settle — keeps changing subtly for months. The final shape can only be judged once all swelling has fully resolved, at 12 to 18 months.

How recovery after rhinoplasty usually goes
- Day of surgeryGeneral anaesthesia, a splint is fitted; one day in the inpatient unit.
- Days 1–7Splint stays on; swelling and bruising are normal; rest at home.
- About week 2Splint is removed; most external bruising has faded.
- Weeks 3–4Visible swelling drops enough to feel comfortable in public.
- Months 2–3Tip swelling keeps fading slowly; shape keeps settling.
- Months 12–18The final shape of the nose can be judged.
Rhinoplasty at City Medical Centre
City Medical Centre performs rhinoplasty for international patients, with a free first consultation, available online, where the surgeon reviews photos and any other procedures a patient wants to combine, before giving a final price. Current prices start at $4,200 for a primary rhinoplasty like the one Rade described, $5,400 for a revision case, and $5,000 for a combined septorhinoplasty addressing breathing as well as shape.
The operation is done under general anaesthesia with one day in the inpatient unit, and the final result is assessed at 12–18 months. More details are on the rhinoplasty page.
To be clear: City Medical Centre has no connection with Natali Rade or her treatment. Her story is simply a recent example, from 2026, of a public figure who chose to describe a nose operation in detail.
Frequently asked questions
When did Natali Rade have her nose operated on?
She gave the detailed interview to Net.hr in February 2026 while still in recovery, waiting for the cast to come off her nose, which places the surgery in early 2026.
Did she have just her nose done, or more?
She combined rhinoplasty with eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) in the same session, saying the eyelid part took 45 minutes and the nose took an hour.
Why did she decide to shorten her nose?
She said she had noticed the length of her nose for a couple of years and felt it hid her smile, and she also had a small bump that did not bother her but that she corrected once she decided to go ahead.
Can rhinoplasty be combined with eyelid surgery?
Yes, the two can be scheduled in one session when the combined operating time and anaesthesia plan are judged safe for the patient, avoiding two separate recoveries.
How much does rhinoplasty cost at City Medical Centre?
A primary rhinoplasty starts at $4,200, a revision case at $5,400, and a combined septorhinoplasty at $5,000. The final price is confirmed after a free consultation.
Sources
What the article says about the celebrity is based only on these public statements.
- Net.hr, 12 February 2026
Medical background and further reading
General information about the procedure from health authorities and medical societies. It is not advice for any individual patient.
- PubMed / NCBI — Reporting Outcomes and Outcome Measures in Open Rhinoplasty: A Systematic Review (Aesthet Surg J, 2020)
- PubMed / NCBI — Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Functional Rhinoplasty Outcomes with the NOSE Score (2017)
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons — Rhinoplasty
- World Health Organization — Safe surgery
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