“ We often reminiscence bygone days . Days that are crystal clear in every fibre of our body . ”
The girl , that you see on the photograph has visited her aunt’s house after a prolong period of time . She remembers how as a little girl , she used to run through the corridors , stairs and verandah . She asks herself , “ Didn’t I not read stories of Ruskin Bond leaning my head against the window ” ? Just then , her mind bounces from one thought to another . The girl recalls how she used to help her aunt in household chores , water plants in the garden along with grandmother , write poems at night , play indoor games and devote her hours to studying .
It’s been ten years until she returns . Where was the damsel before stepping here ? Why did it take her ten , long years to come back ? What had caused her to depart from her childhood residence ? As she sits , she visualises her as a young , chirpy girl of ten who found joy in everything . The adult ponders on how she used to steal newspaper from her grandfather’s room to collect images and stick it on her hobby book . She delves on the days when some of her neighbourhood friends invited her to a birthday and festival . She blissfully wore clean dress and visited their home wearing a smile that would never fade away from her face .
When she walks out of the house , she looks at the backyard and a playground that is situated next to her residence . She says , “ It feels like visiting a museum , because everything holds an importance . ” Hardly she utters the sentence when tears leak from her eyes . She cries in happiness as she feels fortunate enough to revisit and relive the golden years of her life . She adds , “ Sometimes , we have to refresh our mind by reminiscing . It makes us nostalgic and a much experienced person ”.
A moment later , she goes away with a bag full of memories collected from the pocket of time . Her face shines with glee and with a frail step , she walks towards her destination with a heart full of dreams , hopes , obligations and goals .
Iceland, island country located in the North Atlantic Ocean. Lying on the constantly active geologic border between North America and Europe, Iceland is a land of vivid contrasts of climate, geography, and culture.
Sparkling glaciers, such as Vatna Glacier (Vatnajökull), Europe’s largest, lie across its ruggedly beautiful mountain ranges; abundant hot geysers provide heat for many of the country’s homes and buildings and allow for hothouse agriculture year-round; and the offshore Gulf Stream provides a surprisingly mild climate for what is one of the northernmost inhabited places on the planet.
Iceland, A Nordic Island
Iceland is a country of sharp contrasts. A place where fire and ice co-exist. Where dark winters are offset by the summer’s midnight sun. A country where insular existence has spurred a rich and vibrant culture.
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TOP THINGS TO DO HERE, THE LIST SEEMS ENDLESS!!!
Relax In The Blue Lagoon
The Blue Lagoon holds the privilege of being Iceland’s most famous spa, because of its healing silica mud, warm and soothing water, charming surrounding and billowing steam stacks.
Visit Lake Mývatn in North Iceland
There’s something of a myth going around that Iceland lacks insects. Whilst that appears true for the most part, a summertime trip to Lake Mývatn, aka. “Fly Lake” quickly admonishes any strong opinion on that matter.
See Dettifoss Waterfall in North Iceland
Dettifoss found in Vatnajökull National Park in the northeast of the country, is Europe’s most powerful waterfall.
Visit the West Fjords
Like Iceland’s far east, the Westfjords is a region less frequented by international guests than the south, southwest and north.
Known for a rich history steeped in folklore,mysticism and magic, the Westfjords is as beautiful as it is culturally fascinating. From the towering bird cliffs of Hornstrandir to the tumbling Dynjandi waterfalls, the Westfjords has something for everybody.
Do the Golden Circle with Snowmobiling or Snorkelling
One of Iceland’s biggest draws are the Northern Lights, otherwise known as the Aurora Borealis, a natural light display that occurs only in the winter and only at the earth’s highest elevations. Dancing in ribbon-like waves of purple, green and gold, this incredible phenomenon must be experienced at least once in a lifetime!
Go Glacier Hiking and Ice Caving
As its name suggests, Iceland is a land that has come to be defined by its frozen landscapes. Whilst many decry Iceland as not being quite frozen enough to warrant the name, this is, in fact, a country of floating icebergs, sweeping glacier tongues and dazzling blue glacier ice caves.
Appearance plays a vital role in catching our charm and fancy and speaks volumes about who we are.
Dress code plays a vital role in adding glamour to one’s personality, bringing confidence and an elegant code of conduct in the eyes of the mass.
LET’S GET FORMAL FOR THE BUSY DAYS
We’ve all gone through those days when we are running late for class, had that job interview or needed to impress our dates on campus… and well, admit it or not, we’ve all been a little confused sometimes on how to pull off the formal look.
Formals has always been about following traditions and standards, blending in and also standing out subtly enough for everyone to glance in your direction twice.
Even if you are not into fashion, your face and body language help accentuate what you wear; so, a pinch of grace, confidence and attitude goes a long way in targeting the formal bull’s eye with the arrow of your attire.
Here are some tips to set the formal trend !
Men- Formal look for college
For masculine swans, an elegant look would be just fine. Khaki trousers along with a white to light shaded shirt is always a safe bet for those warm and sunny days on campus. Oh yes, be sure to also experiment with stripes, floral prints, checks and them tiny polka dots and don’t be scared to flaunt it!
For a more low-key semi-formal affair go for classic jeans and grab a shirt, preferably ranging from white to the dark navy shades. One can never go too wrong with denim on their side, this keeps things casual but also helps to give a smart look amongst the crowd.
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Women- Formal look for college
Contrast with a capital C is game for women who want to flaunt their curves with pencil skirts and a simple tucked in shirt. Colours should ideally complement each other without looking too colourful or loud. Classy black pumps and a simple handbag are best used to give the complete look.
Ladies who are not skirt enthusiasts can simply go for the trousers ranging from shades of off white-to hazel-to black. A full sleeved tucked in top or light shirt would go well with these. If tight pants are also not your deal, loose khakis of checks or stripes can complement a smart body-hugging top well, along with an optional long shrug to bring the ‘let’s get down to business’ feel.
GET BOlD IN ETHNIC OR GO HOME
Subtle or bold, what’s your look?
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The beauty of the ethnic look is that one can never go too wrong with it at any point. A lot of people now prefer a more Indo-ethnic look to bring out a casual bohemian twist in their vibe.
Men- ethnic look for college
For a casual ethnic look, there’s a lot in store to grab a simple button up indie shirt. Pastel shades always look amazing on the Indian skin tone but of course, the indigo shades would also do wonders to stand out in the room. Cotton pants and jeans would do well as bottom wear choices.
Apart from indie shirts, a solid coloured kurta is best if one wants to highlight their figure line and height. Khaki pants complement the look best.
Women- ethnic look for college
• Luckily for ladies, the choices are |infinite in the ethnic look department and just about everything looks gorgeous, you name it! For shorter kurtas all jeans, khaki and salwars can be worn. Kurtas can be flared, straight or A-line. One can totally get creative with patterns, colours, layers, prints, texture and cut. If your unsure then simply buy a kurta set which would give you a perfect matching look on campus
• Apart from the kurta section, Anarkalis are also big in fashion now! Tights are best complemented with the long elegant gowns and are perfect for just about any occasion in college.
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HIT IT CHICK WITH SOME CASUAL STREET PLAY
Above everything, street style is more about you than any trend or clothing standards. It’s also difficult to define because it incorporates so many different and experimental looks which is associated with the youth culture as well as all the major urban centres. Hence, it would be difficult to lay down all the styles but here are some simple suggestions for the college look…
Men casuals
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For a plain and classy look one can go for black jeans along with a clean white t-shirt. you can also incorporate the use of a plain denim jacket or a checked button up shirt for layering on cooler days.
For a more unique look you can go for checked or stripped pants along with a light-coloured t-shirt. Ideally one can get the complete look with white sneakers and a classy hand watch.
Women Casuals
Somya Das
Jeans or a skirt with a tucked in t-shirt or a v-neck top is great for a simple and casual look.
Nothing fancy, but a minimalistic dress which falls below the knees is also cool and summery to give a pretty and glam vibe…
Trisha Pramanic
Here is a look book of 10 different college outfits!!
The ten different looks, as mentioned in the video above, brings joy, enthusiasm and beauty to a college student!
“A relationship is an intricately woven bond to always stay together”
We live in a postmodern society today, where the definition of love, sex, dating and commitment are not defined by the same expressions of truth. We are the idols of urbanization and digitalization who are free, independent and daring; open to experimentation and free from the burdens of tradition.
Or are we the victims? Technology has offered us plenty of options to find love. Yet research has shown that even in a society as heterogeneous as ours, finding genuine connections has become more challenging and tiresome in today’s era. Many have argued that the sphere of technology has limited our emotional attention and has resulted in a pleasure-seeking generation which is ignorant to true intimacy and interest in their partner.
Others point to the fact that living in a fast-paced urbanized culture where stress, career, money or concentration on highly skilled industries does not allow space for ‘slow romances.’ While one’s social media may be flooded on quotes of love, peace and fulfillment, that very same person may come back home tired after a long day of corporate work feeling lonely and wanting some real warmth even after just receiving a thousand likes on their post.
So where does this problem start and where does it end? And from which corner does one begin to address such a layered and diverse issue and how does this phenomena affect marriages?
With the conventional meaning of ‘ true love’ fading, what will be the message we pass on to the next generation?
We are moving towards a revolution, but are we embracing it or are we still confused?
Let’s watch the interviews to find out more!
Here are some of the secrets to a healthy relationship:
Work on forming an emotional connection with each other, strengthen open & honest communication.
Love yourself and be comfortable with who you are.
Stop being scared of fights and (Respectful) disagreements since they are the path to further clarity between partners.
Keep your outside connections and activities always alive, don’t cling to your partner This helps in achieving a balance and having a world outside of your partner would actually help in complimenting a romantic spark.
Be deeply interested in him/her, not just the idea of having a romantic partner.
Be honest to each other about topics which may be uncomfortable because it builds trust. This could make or break a relationship.
Try to understand your partners flaws, don’t just try to control or change them.
Respect each others opinions and boundaries, a little compromise on both ends is also key.
Be your partners support and guide.
Lastly, appreciate and love your partner for all their flaws and amazing qualities!
Relationship is not only about sharing a connection between a man and a women but it is beyond that, they can be better or bitter. Sometimes it’s too difficult to understand and sometimes it is easily understood through our words and actions.
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