tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-80683154052358349212024-02-07T22:20:35.702-05:00The Shipra DiariesA place where beauty, fashion, inspiration, health and wellness come together to help you live a happier life.Shipra Sharmahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07024062223232561056noreply@blogger.comBlogger56125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8068315405235834921.post-61069344680236995452021-06-10T18:31:00.004-04:002021-06-10T19:29:57.452-04:00Diamonds for Summer 2021<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIa2ekRAqqxdfsKapu2lCGr-mJvrrakhJqLc-YCcDr2t5EBaE59s8UI4Y0vMDcNMJ4pVMyMNOAbd9qvYXSJsFvY1y70F_ZVVjWz85R1d5TsVxQq14rt-p-em6RHfbeaRUxLCrie7HPfEx8/s1080/TSD_SummerDiamonds_Cover.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIa2ekRAqqxdfsKapu2lCGr-mJvrrakhJqLc-YCcDr2t5EBaE59s8UI4Y0vMDcNMJ4pVMyMNOAbd9qvYXSJsFvY1y70F_ZVVjWz85R1d5TsVxQq14rt-p-em6RHfbeaRUxLCrie7HPfEx8/w640-h640/TSD_SummerDiamonds_Cover.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Summer is officially around the corner! While I love summer vibes,
the heat is an aspect of summer that I still struggle with, especially when it
comes to fashion. When it comes to my summer style, less is always more. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">I don’t know about you all, but wearing jewelry is so bothersome
when it’s unbearably hot outside. Wearing bulky necklaces, big earrings,
statement bracelets and watches – yeah, no thanks! Jewelry obviously elevates
any outfit, and the heat should not be a reason we forego these basic style
staples.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">My favorite type of jewelry to wear during the hotter days is
<a href="https://auratenewyork.com/collections/all-diamonds" target="_blank">dainty diamond jewelry</a>. Dainty jewelry feels as if you are not wearing any
jewelry, yet it still is so chic and classy that it will bring any outfit
together. Whether it’s a ring or necklace, as seen in this post, you will add a
touch of shine to your outfit without feeling overwhelmed. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Here are some of my favorite ways to style dainty diamond jewelry
for the summer:</p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Wearing flowy chiffon dresses (like the one I’m
wearing below from <a href="https://us.boohoo.com/plus-ruched-sleeve-wrap-skater-dress/PZZ00332-165-68.html" target="_blank">Boohoo</a>)</span></li><li>Bright statement pieces (like this <a href="http://liketk.it/3dV5R" target="_blank">dress</a>)</li><li>Neutrals and white colored clothing (here are
some <a href="http://liketk.it/3djcu" target="_blank">examples</a>)</li><li>Off the shoulder dresses and tops (like <a href="https://www.theshipradiaries.com/2020/11/diamonds-are-girls-best-friend-my.html" target="_blank">this</a>)</li><li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">For <a href="http://liketk.it/3cLS5" target="_blank">beachwear</a></span></li></ul><p></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Ethically sourced diamond jewelry is also the smartest way
to invest in <a href="https://www.theshipradiaries.com/2020/11/diamonds-are-girls-best-friend-my.html" target="_blank">diamond jewelry</a>. When you buy such pieces, you end up saving a lot. These pieces will also last a lifetime. You don’t get the premature rusting and
color fades with ethically sourced diamond jewelry as compared to artificial
coated jewelry. It never goes out of season as well, so you can keep wearing it
all year round. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Don’t let the heat hold you back this summer! <o:p></o:p></p><p>
</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmzhP3t3GZmPoV3SbntFs-ZJREM2uGv4UY0mknpUjMj1aGqmULs2_xvMA68I7soLl15Bz44vzjGzBrEzi6iftl9ztGkwcjmh_qkH6THIgZKPOnI97Kcz80aaDlyuYz4Pv1PI6ECIQwQDqZ/s997/TSD_SummerDiamonds4.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="997" data-original-width="997" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmzhP3t3GZmPoV3SbntFs-ZJREM2uGv4UY0mknpUjMj1aGqmULs2_xvMA68I7soLl15Bz44vzjGzBrEzi6iftl9ztGkwcjmh_qkH6THIgZKPOnI97Kcz80aaDlyuYz4Pv1PI6ECIQwQDqZ/w640-h640/TSD_SummerDiamonds4.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil0ql1Z_z2e-hm-usJW9kbdsEtrUXf_6OGyLlRLqMhBkpeqbEj0LM3y2ZhDFF6_9dUgdcPnC1N-Dt8s_v6Oi4N0e5wNkvGALP7U_3u8MG3czR9z03V4fAQpqofQYGqUinTmZu8UOlGswT6/s907/TSD_SummerDiamonds3.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="863" data-original-width="907" height="608" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil0ql1Z_z2e-hm-usJW9kbdsEtrUXf_6OGyLlRLqMhBkpeqbEj0LM3y2ZhDFF6_9dUgdcPnC1N-Dt8s_v6Oi4N0e5wNkvGALP7U_3u8MG3czR9z03V4fAQpqofQYGqUinTmZu8UOlGswT6/w640-h608/TSD_SummerDiamonds3.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRS4E6E19wiW6ze4kyvVAMV575q5Hm2swHQPzA8_hbN99q7KTXQtP-uxsOUtfZn1jt0dQUInHkA4TA7PNYRaUtYHLqqZr5-Ypof_K_IAl6iTG2aYPi3Z8eyfCcraOFPx_UIIwCF-UkK3Z2/s1075/TSD_SummerDiamonds1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1075" data-original-width="1075" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRS4E6E19wiW6ze4kyvVAMV575q5Hm2swHQPzA8_hbN99q7KTXQtP-uxsOUtfZn1jt0dQUInHkA4TA7PNYRaUtYHLqqZr5-Ypof_K_IAl6iTG2aYPi3Z8eyfCcraOFPx_UIIwCF-UkK3Z2/w640-h640/TSD_SummerDiamonds1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM5PS8EaYQ_Ts_KXnikQmfTjke2V3U0Rz1eF5UxqZe1LRT69WvqZZOXo5ZyBZF-aGRF-_ygGqwNQZvobjNmEXVmIM9QtvShjZmL5VIdlP4MbBmpRJRuHwdaxK5RGha57etR9vMnhjzvrYj/s2048/TSD_SummerDiamonds2.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM5PS8EaYQ_Ts_KXnikQmfTjke2V3U0Rz1eF5UxqZe1LRT69WvqZZOXo5ZyBZF-aGRF-_ygGqwNQZvobjNmEXVmIM9QtvShjZmL5VIdlP4MbBmpRJRuHwdaxK5RGha57etR9vMnhjzvrYj/w640-h640/TSD_SummerDiamonds2.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">Until next time,<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">Peace, love and good health to you all!<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGflpgcq8Swi0qQ8AY3bD3K04I2dMz_vLBL2oR3JRFHjLC24Xl-7lJJibCJ5otZWy1JZ0h_Elltaw4H9VjX7vSMC7gx66_b8BuZXE5ujzP433_v82ve0-xLC8Cug7yRN-KCtnSbk2L-HJ-/s206/Untitled.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="49" data-original-width="206" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGflpgcq8Swi0qQ8AY3bD3K04I2dMz_vLBL2oR3JRFHjLC24Xl-7lJJibCJ5otZWy1JZ0h_Elltaw4H9VjX7vSMC7gx66_b8BuZXE5ujzP433_v82ve0-xLC8Cug7yRN-KCtnSbk2L-HJ-/s0/Untitled.png" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: "Times New Roman", Times, serif; font-size: 16px; text-align: center;">*This blog post is in partnership with <span style="color: #222222; font-family: Roboto, RobotoDraft, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; text-align: start;">responsival</span>! </div><div><br /></div>Shipra Sharmahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07024062223232561056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8068315405235834921.post-7787393262581152242020-11-03T20:52:00.002-05:002020-11-03T20:52:57.653-05:00A Fight for a Better America: Election Season 2020 Reflections<p> <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4gLik-gB1UZLBlMxmbwAqk5sOEYfoqnmHW1h7cKK8jr9nbtmLHtX3X0mWCjZy0CwH3w5XeQppL3zMCM6W5mk4cRrpi-4GJltW0M3_YaC6x6XZVT8-GHX9fejAZFmrva61M0HuuYj1LcKk/s2000/A+fight+for+a+better+future+%25281%2529.PNG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1415" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4gLik-gB1UZLBlMxmbwAqk5sOEYfoqnmHW1h7cKK8jr9nbtmLHtX3X0mWCjZy0CwH3w5XeQppL3zMCM6W5mk4cRrpi-4GJltW0M3_YaC6x6XZVT8-GHX9fejAZFmrva61M0HuuYj1LcKk/w452-h640/A+fight+for+a+better+future+%25281%2529.PNG" width="452" /></a></div><br />“Regardless of which side you were on in the election,
regardless of whether your candidate won or lost, the sun would come up in the
morning. And that is one bit of prognosticating that actually came true. The
sun is up.[…] One thing you realize quickly in this job is that the presidency
and the vice presidency is bigger than any of us. […] Now, everybody is sad
when their side loses an election, but the day after we have to remember that
we're actually all on one team. This is an intramural scrimmage. We're not
Democrats first. We're not Republicans first. We are Americans first. We're
patriots first. We all want what's best for this country. That's what the
country needs -- a sense of unity, a sense of inclusion, a respect for our
institutions, our way of life, rule of law, and respect for each other. […] That's
the nature of campaigns, that's the nature of democracy. It is hard and
sometimes contentious and noisy and it's not always inspiring. But to the young
people who got into politics for the first time and may be disappointed by the
results, I just want you to know, you have to stay encouraged. Don't get
cynical, don't ever think you can't make a difference. As Secretary Clinton
said this morning, fighting for what is right is worth it. Sometimes you lose
an argument, sometimes you lose an election. You know, the path that this
country has taken has never been a straight line. We zig and zag and sometimes
we move in ways that some people think is forward and others think is moving
back, and that's OK. […] The point though is [is] that we all go forward with a
presumption of good faith in our fellow citizens, because that presumption of
good faith is essential to a vibrant and functioning democracy. That's how this
country has moved forward for 240 years. It's how we've pushed boundaries and
promoted freedom around the world. That's how we've expanded the rights of our
founding to reach all of our citizens. It's how we have come this far. And
that's why I'm confident that this incredible journey that we're on, as
Americans, will go on.”<p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">These were some of the words from President Barack Obama the
day after President Donald J Trump’s 2016 win. For the past four years, these
words have continued to inspire and push me to never give up the fight for what
is right. Although Election 2016 was a loss for the Democratic Party, the words
of President Obama resonated with many Americans. One loss was not the end of
it all. That one loss ignited the fire to fight for what is right for the next
four years, and thereafter. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">I am a child of South Asian immigrants. I am also a woman. I
also belong to the upper middle class population. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Being an American with the demographics I identify
with was not always easy. Asians were not allowed to naturalize as Americans
until the 1940s and women were not even allowed to vote until the 1920s. That
is the very nature of being an American. We push boundaries and we fight for
the fundamental rights for all. Since the conception of our country with the
words that “All men are created equal,” Americans have not stopped fighting
until all men are truly treated as equals. As President Obama stated, “Americans,
will go on.” That is what makes our country great – our drive to never give up
and to keep fighting for what’s right. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The past four years have opened up the eyes of many
Americans as to what is wrong with our nation. No country is perfect, but it
can only be successful if, generation after generation, the constituents
challenge the status quo and work to create a better nation. We have done this
at many points of our history. Our ancestors challenged the status quo and
upheld the fundamental roots of our democracy, which resulted in movements such
as the Abolishment, Civil Rights Movement, Immigration Reform, Suffragette
Movement and so on. As a member of the youth of our nation in this crucial
period in history, I want to continue on the passion for a better America our
ancestors sought. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">This election, unlike others, has not been a competition for
a difference in policies. It is a clear divide between what is right and what
is wrong. We are in a fight to protect the fundamental basic rights of all
Americans. We are in a fight to protect our Earth from environmental threats.
We are in a fight to ensure that all LGBTQIA+ community members have their marital
and sexual rights protected. We are in a fight to abolish systemic racism. We
are in a fight to end religious intolerance. We are in a fight to create a safe
and efficient way for people all across the globe to immigrate to America to
live their own American dream. We are in a fight to protect the rights of women
and give them the freedom to choose what to do with their bodies. We are in a
fight to uphold the Constitution and safeguard our democracy from anything that
threatens to break it down. That is what the Election of 2020 has at stake. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Following the 2016 sentiments of President Barack Obama, we
will not give up. No matter what happens today, the fight is only just
starting. No matter who becomes President, Americans have a lot to do to ensure
a better America. When we vote, we take a big step into creating the country
that is a great country for all its citizens. That is why it is imperative to
be an educated and informed voter. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Whether our country is red or blue November 4, 2020, we
still be Americans at the end of it all. As Americans, it is our job to protect
the rights of anyone who lives on our land. Never give that up. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">To all Americans, good luck. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p><br /></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKVCulUjkw0hLDgF5KXgbv4vUtqskG7JpL8E01yM60YVABpy0e14pWq3bo3Qh9ZfpcU9ZaevB6R8VEB3HlQ_iYYZlnb_jm5PQNg_oGjaANqYZ6H9hO1CnMawrHdbr-PYZ6iDPI1Zi1Al-j/s1376/election2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1376" data-original-width="1376" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKVCulUjkw0hLDgF5KXgbv4vUtqskG7JpL8E01yM60YVABpy0e14pWq3bo3Qh9ZfpcU9ZaevB6R8VEB3HlQ_iYYZlnb_jm5PQNg_oGjaANqYZ6H9hO1CnMawrHdbr-PYZ6iDPI1Zi1Al-j/w640-h640/election2.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG8Mty_y3fJaVo0RF9WGyryFyAtwEYmrGnM4bnQoOWFExM0i4cqYQ-IhWJe8yU1zhbO5m-VTFnFGHM1Tw-SN29cPZsIFB55LhhHGwfRASNzbEtHFjotOltY53oh8j8a5Pa239vSlnrRac5/s1527/election1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1527" data-original-width="1527" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG8Mty_y3fJaVo0RF9WGyryFyAtwEYmrGnM4bnQoOWFExM0i4cqYQ-IhWJe8yU1zhbO5m-VTFnFGHM1Tw-SN29cPZsIFB55LhhHGwfRASNzbEtHFjotOltY53oh8j8a5Pa239vSlnrRac5/w640-h640/election1.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Buy <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/870579318/too-tan-to-not-give-a-damn?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=too+tan+to+give+a+damn+vote&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1&frs=1&col=1">Shirt</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Love, peace and good health to you all!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />Until next time, </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCyFV6TkdUQU2ROSHKM7GCZc-zu9BQYhj2uodgNyozCAqsBICERNwpNm79o6XqDMlX0kxToKOEFgjBw8s3lOSsg68ob9ly2-m0YsIWI9IuuNIeEYHDm86ES40Y1GQxgPTKlN-Es8LypDsi/s206/Untitled.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="49" data-original-width="206" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCyFV6TkdUQU2ROSHKM7GCZc-zu9BQYhj2uodgNyozCAqsBICERNwpNm79o6XqDMlX0kxToKOEFgjBw8s3lOSsg68ob9ly2-m0YsIWI9IuuNIeEYHDm86ES40Y1GQxgPTKlN-Es8LypDsi/s0/Untitled.png" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Shipra Sharmahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07024062223232561056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8068315405235834921.post-5911643872748408482020-11-01T23:56:00.002-05:002020-11-02T09:29:14.471-05:00Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend: My Favorite Diamond Necklaces and How to Style them<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5k9-VnEGDFM0oisRYhs467O4yBMDxCefC9_CSfiw4ZECv_WnB_1lgvo20glUgu0_bBHkHBnY-_c_rB7yy2iwakgmNV3iFbPeUdSuXyyP7BonISTWpcJdgNMfrTQLuOkfGbpA1iHyTcLzt/s2048/Elegant+Ballet+Blog+Banner.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5k9-VnEGDFM0oisRYhs467O4yBMDxCefC9_CSfiw4ZECv_WnB_1lgvo20glUgu0_bBHkHBnY-_c_rB7yy2iwakgmNV3iFbPeUdSuXyyP7BonISTWpcJdgNMfrTQLuOkfGbpA1iHyTcLzt/w640-h360/Elegant+Ballet+Blog+Banner.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>As a little girl, I was always mesmerized by my mother's and
grandmother’s diamond jewelry. There has to be some truth in the saying “diamonds
are a girl’s best friend”. Diamonds can elevate any outfit or look, and make
you feel like you are getting ready for breakfast at Tiffany’s. Although
evoking a feel of luxury, it can be quite difficult to style diamonds on a daily basis.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Minimalist jewelry is all the rage right now, and I am so
glad diamonds are being used in the trend. So, I wanted to break down my
<a href="https://auratenewyork.com/collections/gold-diamond-necklaces" target="_blank">favorite types of diamond necklaces </a>and how I like to style them. These pieces
of jewelry are also going to be an excellent addition to the upcoming Holiday
season.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">For me, I like picking pieces that are very simple yet
elegant. When you choose pieces like that, your outfit is immediately elevated,
but it is also not too extravagant and flashy. The key is to pick a diamond
necklace in a finish that matches the other jewelry you wear on a normal basis.
So, if you wear more gold jewelry than you would pick out a necklace in a <a href="https://www.bluenile.com/diamond-solitaire-pendant-in-14k-gold_60534?track=po">gold finish</a>. Or if you wear more rose gold, you would pick out a necklace in <a href="https://www.bluenile.com/diamond-solitaire-pendant-in-14k-gold_60534?track=po">rose gold</a>, and so on. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://mejuri.com/shop/t/type/pendants">Dainty necklaces with a good diamond</a> can be a style statement
in any setting. Whether you wear it to work or to a fancy black tie event, it
is sure to make heads turn. I love styling my necklaces with my office wear - <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>with a simple dress or pant suit - <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>and on my nights out. I also love to throw
them on when I am wearing something simple or casual but just need a small wow
factor to my outfit. It is quite difficult to purchase accessories nowadays
since there are so many different styles out in the market. For that reason, I
like to purchase pieces that will be everlasting. The classic look of dainty diamond
necklaces will never go out of style. That way you never have to worry about
not having any accessories to dress up your outfits. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">It is also great to keep in mind that nowadays more jewelry
retailers are switching to <a href="https://auratenewyork.com/pages/our-story">ethically sourced diamonds</a>, which make the purchase
of these necklaces even more worthwhile. Ethically sourced diamonds also are
more reasonably priced and affordable, which means you won’t break your bank in
purchasing them. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">There are so many ways to style these necklaces! <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Here are my top three favorite ways: <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">1.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> 1. </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->With a business casual neutral colored dress and
a blazer<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">2.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> 2. </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->With a simple monochrome casual outfit (which is
how I have styled it in these pictures)<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">3.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> 3. </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Any all black outfit or little black dress<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">So if you are looking to elevate your look, I would highly
suggest purchasing your own. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Here I am styling my two dainty diamond necklaces with a
casual off the shoulder dress from <a href="https://www.boohoo.com/">Boohoo</a>. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Until next time, <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Peace, love and good health to you all!<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">XOXO Shipra <o:p></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGflpgcq8Swi0qQ8AY3bD3K04I2dMz_vLBL2oR3JRFHjLC24Xl-7lJJibCJ5otZWy1JZ0h_Elltaw4H9VjX7vSMC7gx66_b8BuZXE5ujzP433_v82ve0-xLC8Cug7yRN-KCtnSbk2L-HJ-/s206/Untitled.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="49" data-original-width="206" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGflpgcq8Swi0qQ8AY3bD3K04I2dMz_vLBL2oR3JRFHjLC24Xl-7lJJibCJ5otZWy1JZ0h_Elltaw4H9VjX7vSMC7gx66_b8BuZXE5ujzP433_v82ve0-xLC8Cug7yRN-KCtnSbk2L-HJ-/s0/Untitled.png" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; font-family: "Times New Roman", Times, serif; font-size: 16px; text-align: center;">*This blog post is in partnership with Nakturnal! </div><div><br /></div>Shipra Sharmahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07024062223232561056noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8068315405235834921.post-28621888718410338712020-10-14T22:12:00.000-04:002020-10-14T22:12:01.779-04:00Why We Vote: Day 1<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij7Oo3dvPQXCBntsR1WalyAb8GtLFCFph4fV30s43hw2kRS_3IOCr8ggsFG-oXZviQ5AOOzHz2f4ggS0-Xr_2IrbxVOeF8HO9qo0UtSNEIooJJOu5jq2_HzP3JH1wN5g79MnMF-Lrh5VPe/s1080/Couple+Photo+Love+Instagram+Post.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij7Oo3dvPQXCBntsR1WalyAb8GtLFCFph4fV30s43hw2kRS_3IOCr8ggsFG-oXZviQ5AOOzHz2f4ggS0-Xr_2IrbxVOeF8HO9qo0UtSNEIooJJOu5jq2_HzP3JH1wN5g79MnMF-Lrh5VPe/w640-h640/Couple+Photo+Love+Instagram+Post.png" width="640" /></a></div><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">I was 8 years old when I realized my family and I were
different than what was then considered an ideal American. The year was 2001,
and the world had suddenly changed. For the first time, I realized the color of
my skin was different than my peers. I realized my Indian heritage made me
different than my WASP counterparts in my small New Jersey town. Back in 2001,
different was not considered good. If you were different, then you had to work
extra hard to find a sense of belonging – and for an 8 year old that was
important. I spent the next decade growing up in Lawrenceville, NJ trying to
forge an identity for myself that was built on false pretenses of wanting to
belong. My family had started to immigrate to the USA since the early 60s, and
my parents joined the others in the 80s. Although by 2001 my family had
established a well settled life in the land of dreams, our neighbors did not
look at us as their own. For me, in 2001, my family had already established
their status as Americans. I knew I was Indian because of my family, but I
identified as an American. I pledged my allegiance every day to the flag of the
United States of America, yet I still was told I am not American enough. I knew
in my heart and soul that I was just as American as the white people who lived
in my town, despite all the ridicule and side remarks of my nationality. At 8
years old, that is all I knew. However, at every milestone of my life, I had to
prove it. Existing as a “different American” rejected an identity that was my
birthright. In school, they taught us that America was a melting pot - a
country where it did not matter what religion, ethnicity, color, or sexuality you
associated with because <a href="https://www.ushistory.org/declaration/document/">ALL MEN ARE CREATED
EQUAL</a>. Growing up, I realized the reality of that was far from the truth. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Being an Indian Hindu girl in New Jersey post 9/11 had its
own set of challenges, but having to prove my worth as an American – that took
gold in that race. Whether it was running for student class president or just
trying to make friends with the kids in my swimming classes, I felt different
and that was only because those in my community viewed me as different. In
theory, we are told to celebrate diversity, but, in our daily lives, how much
of that celebrated diversity do we enjoy? Practically none. 7 years later I
realized why that was the case. Diversity was not celebrated because the
individuals we elected to lead us were not diverse. It was 2008 and the first
African American man was elected to lead our country. President Barack Obama
accomplished what may have seemed like the impossible, but he did so
nevertheless. His victory, although a monumental moment in American history,
also opened the eyes of many millennials to the systemic racism running deep in
our country. President Obama – a graduate of Columbia University and Harvard
Law School, a successful Illinois state Senator, an energetic US Senator, and
the first Black Man to be President of the United States. A man with such
tremendous accomplishments was still criticized at every move during his
presidency. From <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/national/obama-legacy/racial-backlash-against-the-president.html">accusations
of not even being born in the country to being degraded by the worst of racial
slurs</a>, the critique President Obama faced was undoubtedly racist in nature.
There is no doubt in my mind that if his skin was white, he could get a lot
more done without the constant backlash and resistance. His presidency was to
herald in racial reform and justice, but the constant resistance of his
political colleagues hindered that change. Decades after the Civil Rights
Movement, Americans were finally becoming more “woke” and outspoken about the
systemic racism existing in America. President Obama’s constituents relied on
him heavily to be a champion for change. Although hope existed for the racial
divide to be bridged within our country in his two terms, the reality of
America’s deeply rooted inequal racial values overrode that hope. He may not
have done everything necessary to solve the issues of race, but he surely
reignited the conversation and the movement amongst the American people. His
presidency also emphasized one important fact: diversity in race is strongly
needed in politics and government. The hope and courage President Obama gave our
country to speak about what matters allowed for voices to finally be heard –
voices that were muffled before, and that is what his legacy consists of. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">While President Obama’s presidency made me aware about race
relations in the country, it was Senator Hilary Clinton’s campaign as the
Democratic nominee for President of the United States in the election of 2016
that, in the words of Billy Joel, started the fire within me to advocate for
change. Although the policies of Senator Clinton were not something I full-heartedly
agreed with, I valued her drive, her success, and perseverance in this brutal
man eats man world of politics. Extremely successful in her own regard, the
former First Lady ran an honest campaign. Yet, like it came to racism in
President Obama’s term, sexism and misogyny was blatantly consuming the
election in 2016. Many political pundits and leaders during her campaign
implied she could not be a good fit for President because she was a woman. She
was subjected to a sexist rhetoric throughout the election season. Her <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/think/opinion/elizabeth-warren-hillary-clinton-sexist-hypocrisy-likability-media-narrative-here-ncna955021">looks
and demeanor were highly scrutinized</a>, whereas her competition did not
receive similar commentary. It made me question why our country still looks at
females in such a degrading light. The answer was quite simple – our country
runs on the views of misogynistic white men. According to a <a href="https://www.usnews.com/news/politics/articles/2017-10-24/despite-diverse-demographics-most-politicians-are-still-white-men">US
News report highlighting the Reflective Democracy Campaign</a>, “Despite white
men comprising only 31 percent of the population, 97 percent of all Republican
elected officials are white and 76 percent are male. Of all Democratic elected
officials, 79 percent are white and 65 percent are male, according to the
study.” The United States of America is considered to be <a href="https://www.insider.com/the-worlds-most-tolerant-progressive-and-eco-friendly-countries-2017-1#21-united-states-of-america-the-usa-just-misses-out-on-the-top-20-falling-10-places-behind-its-neighbour-to-the-north-canada-it-fell-far-behind-on-the-gender-gap-report-at-45th-but-performed-well-on-access-to-advanced-education-in-the-social-progress-index-5">one
of the most progressive countries</a> in the world. However, the only
population type to enjoy these luxuries in freedom are white men. It is
innately unfair that the rights of women and the control they have over their
lives is highly dictated by the white men who sit in Capitol Hill. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">As a 27 years old engineer now, I have learned to realize
one unfortunate truth – the worth of an individual in this country is largely
dependent on the basis of sex and race. The past four years under the Trump
administration have confirmed this notion. President Trump’s whole brand is
built on a foundation of hate. He’s consciously been racist at many junctures
in his life. One notable incident during his presidency has been when he <a href="https://abcnews.go.com/US/reporter-april-ryan-aback-trump-telling-sit/story?id=59056903">demeaned
a Black distinguished CNN political analyst and White House Correspondent,
April Ryan</a>, during a news conference by calling her a “loser” and “nasty”.
Let’s not also forget how the beginning of his campaign and presidency rested
on a wall being built on the Mexican – American border. His statements on that
matter included Mexican immigrants being <a href="https://www.vox.com/2016/7/25/12270880/donald-trump-racist-racism-history">“rapists”
who are “bringing crime” and “bringing drugs” to the US</a>. He has outwardly
shown support to many <a href="https://www.vox.com/policy-and-politics/2017/8/13/16140504/trump-charlottesville-white-supremacists">white
supremist groups</a>. President Trump’s administration has broken the homes of
many American families and ruined the future of many immigrant children by <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2019/07/border-facilities/593239/">detaining</a>
them in inhumane and cruel conditions. Trump at many instances, along with his
staff, has referred to the coronavirus as the <a href="https://www.vox.com/2020/6/23/21300332/trump-coronavirus-racism-asian-americans">“Chinese
virus”</a>. Trump has also expressed hatred towards the Islamic community,
which was seen when he proposed a <a href="https://www.vox.com/2017/12/4/16735466/muslim-ban-trump-who">travel ban</a>
on those coming from several Islamic countries to the USA. He pushed the rumors
of <a href="https://www.vox.com/2016/7/25/12270880/donald-trump-racist-racism-history">President
Obama not being American</a>. He has also made several derogatory comments
towards women, such as <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2016/10/08/us/donald-trump-tape-transcript.html">“grab
‘em by the p****”.</a> It does not stop there. His presidency has seen a severe
increase in the violence against the Black community. <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/30/us/politics/trump-george-floyd-protests.html">Civil
unrest</a> has grown tremendously during his leadership; yet he has not spoken
once about how he supports the victimized community. Instead, he has supported
the oppressors and aggravators. Trump’s personification and implementation of
hate in the United States of America has damaged our country in a debilitating
way, wiping away the improvements and progress his predecessors made. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">In 20 days, the next President of the United States of
America will be elected. This election will single-handedly be the most
important election of our generation thus far. There is so much at stake with
this election, such as the rights of women, the rights of the LGBTQ+ community,
the rights of Black people in America, the rights of Muslims, and many more.
The rhetoric of our incumbent is that of hate, and there is no denying that.
The very nature of our democracy has been corrupted severely the last four
years. We may sit back and think that we don’t matter, but we do. Our voices
matter. Our thoughts matter. OUR VOTES MATTER. If everyone voted, change would
be inevitable. It’s 2020, unlike what Capitol Hill portrays, the United States
of America is no longer a WASP majority population. Our incumbent may still
execute his power as if it is still 1776, but his type of actions and ideals no
longer match those of the greater American population. It is time we elected
leaders who reflect the differences in the American people and celebrate that
diversity proudly. At 27 years old, I look back to 8 year old me. I want to
ensure the future of our country does not ever make another 8 year old question
her identity and worth. I want to elect leaders who will listen and who will
stand by me regardless of the color of my skin or my sex. If by simply voting I
can ensure that the future for children in this country will be better than
mine, then there is no reason to not vote. So, please vote. JUST DO IT. (and do
it early)<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">As we lead into Election Day, I want to start a 20 day
campaign to highlight the issues that matter to me and why I am voting this
year. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Day 1: Women’s Rights<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">As I stated before, President Trump has ushered in a
presidency that has not been supportive of the rights of women. Although we have
crossed a century since the Women’s Suffrage Movement, women still do not have
complete control of our own lives. In this day and age, women are just as, or
sometimes even more, qualified than our male counterparts. However with the ideals
and policies of President Trump, the quality of life and the rights of women
are digressing from progress. During his presidency, President Trump has
appointed two Supreme Court Justices, with a potential third appointment.
Because of these appointments, the Supreme Court will hold a conservative majority
and issues such as Roe v. Wade will most likely be affected. His appointment of
Neil Gorsuch and Brett Kavanaugh introduced, again, white men to the bench who
are pro-life and against institutions such as Planned Parenthood. In fact, <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2018/09/29/us/politics/kavanaugh-blasey-metoo-supreme-court.html">Brett
Kavanaugh was accused of sexual assault</a>, and despite that he was nominated.
As a result of the allegations, President Trump ridiculed and rejected the <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2018/09/29/us/politics/kavanaugh-blasey-metoo-supreme-court.html">#MeToo</a>
movement and called it damaging. As a young woman, I find that appalling. I
refuse to let men who do not acknowledge the plight of women or men who do not
respect women create rules for me to live by. It’s my body. It’s my choice.
It’s as simple as that. In the last four years, policies attempting to completely
defund Planned Parenthood have been introduced. Although he’s been unsuccessful
in defunding it completely, he has still taken away some of the protections <a href="https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-01-19/donald-trumps-presidency-two-years-shaped-womens-rights-us/10728882">Planned
Parenthood</a> holds and has redirected its funds to anti – abortion clinics. Women’s
access and coverage under their insurance for birth control has also been
affected. Under the Affordable Care Act, insurances were required to include
access to birth control, but Trump is <a href="https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-01-19/donald-trumps-presidency-two-years-shaped-womens-rights-us/10728882">supporting
corporations</a> that do not want to include that in their insurance policies. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The most concerning issue with his presidency and a
continued term will be his appointment of Judge Amy Coney Barrett. In an
unconstitutional maneuver, <a href="https://www.cnn.com/2020/10/12/opinions/amy-coney-barrett-supreme-court-confirmation-honig/index.html">Senate
Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is determined to push for her appointment</a>. Judge
Barrett will replace the renowned Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. In
her tenure, Justice Ginsburg has been a champion for the rights of women. Up
until her last days, she worked tirelessly to ensure that the basis of sex
would not determine the lives of fellow Americans. By appointing Judge Barrett,
the movement “Notorious RBG” propelled forward will be taken back several
decades.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Her appointment to the Court
will create a rightward shift in its decisions, which will be of concern when
it comes to cases regarding the Affordable Care Act or Roe v. Wade. According
to a study by <a href="https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/how-conservative-is-amy-coney-barrett/">FISCHMAN
& COPE</a>, Judge Barrett holds extremely conservative views when it comes
to civil rights, gun rights, and rights of women. When it comes to abortion,
her views can be detrimental to many women. She has tried to implement a state
law that will <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/election-us-2020-54512678">ban
abortion for women who even need it for life-threatening reasons</a>. Her
judicial approach is a <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/election-us-2020-54512678">strict interpretation
of the Constitution</a>, with no room for personal interpretation, which in
this day and age is an archaic approach to the Judiciary. Times have changed
drastically since the Constitution was first written. In one of the biggest
landmark decisions in terms of constitutional law, Chief Justice Marshall
famously penned in his <a href="https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/17/316/">McCulloch v.
Maryland</a> case of 1819, “we must never forget that it is a constitution we
are expounding.” In 1819, a Supreme Court Justice recognized the importance of
expounding the Constitution. In 2020, another Justice wants to come in and stop
that. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">So why am I voting this year? I am voting to ensure a strong
future for all women in this country. I am voting to ensure that I and my
future daughters/grand-daughters can live a life of equality. I am voting so
that the basis of sex is not a determining factor in my worth as a human. I am
voting because I am a woman and I want to be in charge of how I live. I am
voting because I want my body and my reproductive rights to be protected and
controlled by me. I am voting for me and I am voting for all the American women
out there. I am voting so that America can move forward as opposed to
turning a time table and digressing. </p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Why are you voting?<o:p></o:p></p>
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“I left my heart in San Francisco.” I really did. About two
years ago (I know I’m extremely late with this post), I traveled to the Bay
Area to visit my big sister and her family. I had been there before as a child,
but I didn’t remember much about it. This time around, however, I was fully
immersed in a city full of culture and beauty, and I wasn’t going to forget it.
This trip holds a special place in my heart. I hadn’t seen my big sister in
years, and the last time we were together I was much younger. This time it was
really special. We openly talked about life and problems, which was something
very new for us. We built a stronger relationship, and for that I will always
be thankful for this trip. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Although I had the advantage of staying with family and having
a local as a tour guide, I still wanted to share my travel guide for what I did
each day I was there. <o:p></o:p><br />
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<b>DAY 1</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Points of Attraction:</b> Monterey/Pacific Grove, Pebble
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My first day in Cali was a fun one. I spent a majority of
the day getting acquainted to my little niece and nephew. I had met my niece
when she was a baby, but obviously she didn’t remember me, and this was my
first time meeting my nephew. My sister and brother – in – law took me to
Monterey on the first day. We went to Pebble Beach and took a drive along the
17 Mile Drive. <o:p></o:p></div>
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This area was absolutely beautiful. For any of my followers
who like scenic locations, this is definitely a must see. Although in a very
upscale neighborhood, you are greeted with the raw beauty of nature at every
mile of the drive. I definitely recommend spending a whole day in this area.
The 17 mile drive does take a while and there are several different points of
attraction along the route. Monterey is also a very cute town. After the beach,
I thoroughly enjoyed walking around and exploring all the little stores and
sights the town had to offer. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As a Jersey girl, it
is second nature to enjoy the shore. However, it is no secret that the Atlantic
Ocean on the Jersey shoreline isn’t the best. Seeing the Pacific in its mighty
beauty made me realize how much nicer Cali beaches were – a confession that
kills me to admit. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>DAY 2</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Points of Attraction:</b> Stanford Dish and Stanford University<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Highlight:</b> hiking up the Stanford Dish <o:p></o:p></div>
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The next day was quite adventurous. On the morning of day 2,
my sister and I went on a hike up the Stanford Dish trail. It was my first hike
ever, and it definitely was a crazy workout. It was extremely hot and there was
a lot of dry air, but we made it through! I’ve been telling myself that I
wanted to go on a hike ever since that one, but have yet to go on one. Fair
warning – the Stanford Dish hike trail didn’t have the best views most hikes
I’ve seen have, but in terms of the workout factor, it was really nice. The
hike took about 2 hours. Afterwards, my sister and I returned home, had lunch,
picked up my niece and nephew, and rested for a bit. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Later that evening, my brother in law took me on a tour of
his alma mater – Stanford University. Being a complete nerd at heart, I
thoroughly enjoy college tours. Stanford has such a vibrant culture on campus.
We took a stroll and stopped at the Stanford Memorial Church, which has
exquisite craftsmanship. Now I know why it is considered amongst one of the
best universities in the world. It is full of history and innovation, so for
anyone who loves environments like that I would definitely take a tour of the
campus. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>DAY 3</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Points of Attraction:</b> Golden Gate Bridge and Downtown San
Francisco (Financial District and Union Square)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Lunch:</b> Café Claude<o:p></o:p></div>
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On Day 3, I ventured off to the Golden Gate Bridge and
Downtown San Fran. I vaguely remembered the Golden Gate Bridge from my trip as
a child, but seeing it again gave me a new perspective. As an engineer, I can
really appreciate the design and architecture of the Bridge. It definitely
lived up to all of its expectations. Also, the weather gods were in our favor
the day we went to the GGB. Not a cloud was in sight, which my sister told me
was a rare feature of the area. <o:p></o:p></div>
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After taking a few tourist pictures, we ventured into
downtown San Francisco. Honestly, my favorite part was the car ride through the
streets. I don’t think I could ever live on the steep hill like streets, but it
was a lot of fun driving through them. My cousin and I had lunch and walked
around and shopped. We then headed to Union Square. Union Square had so much to
do. It had the vibes of Soho but an atmosphere of calm so native to California.
San Francisco is huge! I definitely recommend taking two days to explore the
city on a minimum. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>DAY 4</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Points of Attraction:</b> Palo Alto<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Tea:</b> Tea Time <o:p></o:p></div>
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Day 4 came around with me starting to feel at home in the
Bay Area. Compared to the other days, it was extremely relaxed yet fun at the
same time. We ventured into Palo Alto, which was minutes away from where my
cousin lived. Palo Alto is considered one of the “ritziest” cities of Silicon
Valley. It is the home to Mark Zuckerberg and other influential figures.
Although unable to see any of these folks, I still had a great time in the
city. I went shopping and had some tea at Tea Time, which is a cute little tea
café with a wide selection of teas and snacks. The atmosphere of the café was
chic yet homely. I definitely recommend anyone visiting the area to check out
Tea Time. The rest of the day was spent walking around town before we went back
home for dinner. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>DAY 5</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Points of Attraction: </b>Berkeley <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Lunch: </b>The Cheeseboard Pizza<o:p></o:p></div>
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As I mentioned before, I’m a huge fan of taking university
tours. The history and potential for new opportunities always drags me to
campuses. For that reason, there was no way I could not go to Berkeley. The
campus was so beautiful. I’ve always heard of it being a great school, but this
time around I witnessed why. After touring the university, we walked around
town and then went to Berkeley Pier. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>DAY 6</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Points of Attraction:</b> Sausalito, Napa Valley, Lombard
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<b>Vineyards:</b> Jacuzzi Winery and Artesa Winery<o:p></o:p></div>
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Day 6 was my absolute favorite. We woke up extra early so we
would have time to do everything we wanted to. We first drove down the Golden
Gate Bridge into Sausalito, which is by far one of the prettiest towns I have
ever seen. It looked like it belonged somewhere on a tropical island in the
Caribbean. I was in awe the whole time we were there. <o:p></o:p></div>
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After relaxing by the water and eating lunch, we headed into
Napa Valley. Now, being a wine lover, I was the most excited to be in Napa, and
what they say is right – the wine is better.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>The two vineyards we went to were Jacuzzi Winery and Artesa Winery. Both
of them were absolutely beautiful in their own regard. Jacuzzi had more of an
Italian, rustic vibe, whereas Artesa was more modern and classy. My favorite at
Jacuzzi was the Pinot Grigio, and at Artesa was the Rose of Pinot Noir. We took
many pictures that day, and relaxed and took in the great views. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Following Napa, we drove back into San Francisco and went to
Lombard Street and Fisherman’s Wharf. Surprisingly enough, Lombard Street was
the only thing I remembered from the last time I was in San Francisco as a
child. I remember thinking it was the coolest road ever, and as an adult I
still thought the same. After driving down Lombard and taking all the typical
tourist pictures, we went to Fisherman’s Wharf. We first saw all the seals and
then walked around until we saw a magic show, seeing the amusement and curiosity in my niece and nephew's eyes made these small moments even more special. There is so much to do and eat at
the Wharf, especially if you are traveling with family. It is completely all
age friendly. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Day 7 marked the end of my Cali trip. Because we had done so
much prior to this day, we kept it quite simple. We first went to Google, and
my brother – in – law, who is an old employee, gave me the low down of
everything. Side note – all companies need to have an office like Google’s. It
is very trendy and innovative. After hanging out there for a bit, we went to
Santana Row and grabbed some coffee and treats and shopped a little.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>After that, I came home and packed for my
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Hope you all enjoyed this! Up next - my Florida travel
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PS – this is from 2 years ago so I will not be doing a
lookbook since most of the outfits are already outdated. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The
year is 2018. Diversity is all around us – in the food we eat, the music we
listen to, and the clothes we wear. As the world moves to a more global
culture, proper cultural representation is increasingly becoming forgotten in a
new method of cultural appropriation.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As
seen in this year’s Fashion Week where fashion mogul Gucci placed Sikh
turbans on white models, proper representation is still a world away. Besides
the fact that it is completely insulting when religious symbols are used for
the purposes of fashion and entertainment, it is even more insulting that South
Asians are turned away for jobs that are later given to other races, who end up
wearing the same attire as we do. Our turbans, our bindis, our hijabs/niqabs, our gods are not
here to be used for your aesthetic purposes. Our sacred items are not just props. It’s 2018 and we demand
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Being
first generation Indian, I know first hand the struggle that comes with balancing
both the culture we are born into and the culture of our ancestors. We get so
caught up with the balancing act that we lose focus of who we really are. Many
of us, including myself, have become a mosh pit of confusion trying to figure
out what we should do and what we actually want to do. I know this a little too
well. I’m an engineer by trade, honestly only because I felt like I needed to
choose a career in the holy Desi trifecta of careers, but my true passion lies
in the written work and fashion. So, this fashion week, I’m teaming up with
other Desi bloggers and influencers in a movement called the Desi Takeover,
where we highlight American Desis who are following their passions. Traditionally,
entertainment and fashion usually aren’t common passions Southeast Asians allow
to harvest into a career. For those who do, they have become an inspiration to
the rest of the community.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The Desi
Takeover hopes to inspire the folks who struggle to follow their passion and
helps to provide them with a platform of support. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The Desi Takeover also hopes to bring the
entire Desi community in the limelight. We are just as capable as others and we
refuse to have our culture misused. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Our
first feature is a group of three very talented men, who are giving the Punjabi
community a platform to voice opinions and showcase our culture. Chugglian
Radio is the first Punjabi radio show in the DC/Maryland/Virginia area. The
hosts Mehar, Simar and Amrit bring charisma and true passion when they discuss
Punjabi music and culture. This show now transcends international borders,
since it now appears on the Punjabi music app Jamifi. Chugglian Radio reminds
us that no matter how we grow up our Virsa* will always keep us connected. <o:p></o:p></div>
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had the amazing chance to meet Mehar, Simar and Amrit and get to know more
about who they are and what they do. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Chugglian Radio is your one spot entertainment
source for Punjabi culture, geared towards the youth as a way of getting them
in touch with their roots.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Chugglian Radio started as a little joke
amongst us three best friends. We would all hang around and gossip about the
latest upcoming Punjabi music, and eventually we thought it would be an awesome
idea to have a radio show. In 2014, we were approached by Jamifi to have our
own Punjabi radio program, and that was an offer we couldn’t turn down. This
gave us the chance to actually get our foot in the door and launch Chugglian. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Our motto is “Future is Folk”. As Indians
born and raised in America, we know how easy it is to forget your roots and
your culture, but we also realize how important it is to know about your virsa.
Being aware of the challenges we face outside of India, each show and event we
hold is geared specifically towards getting the youth engaged with our virsa;
whether its through breaking lyrics down, talking about the state of Punjab,
Melas and shows with artists, and through Bhangra and music. Our end goal is to
make sure that our culture grows, while enriching not only our community but
other communities as well.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Everyday we try to bring awareness to our
culture. There is not a single day where the 3 of us do not listen to Punjabi
music and discuss our thoughts with each other and our followers. Whether it be
Punjabi music or the current events in the state of Punjab, we try to always
keep ourselves and others informed. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Before we even started Chugglian, the 3 of
us have been best friends for many years. All 3 of us were also born and raised
in the United States; so with that, we can directly relate to the younger
Punjabi generation and ours. Other than that, we are normal people who work a
9-5 job and do this on the side. We hope to one day make this our full time
job! <o:p></o:p></div>
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The best part has to be just
kicking it back with the boys talking about music. It’s a passion we all have,
and since the 3 of us all like different styles of Punjabi Music, it allows for
great debates and sometimes drama! <o:p></o:p></div>
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In the next couple of years, we hope to
eventually get on local FM here in the Washington DC area. <o:p></o:p></div>
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We would have to go with Diljit Dosanjh. He
has had amazing success the last couple of years, and he is definitely an
inspiration to the youth.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Chugglian means gossip, and that is exactly
what we are doing when it comes to music. We critique the music and give our
opinion about it. <o:p></o:p></div>
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many episodes out its hard to pin point it down to one. We would have to say
our first Legends are Forever show is probably our biggest hit, but to be fair
every show is our favorite because, each time we record, we have new jokes, new
content and bring a different type of edginess to the table. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Great question! Well if you are someone who
enjoys our virsa, comedy, gossip, Punjabi music, and fresh take on Punjabi
current events, then we are your go to source. Chugglian brings to you a fresh
vibe that our generation has never experienced on a radio platform. We are
always turning on the radio and listening to different sources of entertainment,
so why not have a platform for Punjabi entertainment. We have brought that
concept and adapted it to the Punjabi Music Industry so we can jam out to the
freshest music and also be entertained. <o:p></o:p></div>
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another distressed Liberal Millennial talking about the outlandish phenomenon
known as climate change aka global warming. For those who don’t believe in
climate change and who do not want to look at the scientific proof around it, I’m
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Here I am wearing an outfit best suited for Spring or Summer
in New Jersey in February. Traditionally, February is a month where people are
bundled head to toe because it’s supposed to be freezing. The past few
Februarys, however, we hit temperatures in the late 60s/early 70s. It’s unreal
I was able to wear this outfit in FEBRUARY. Something is definitely wrong with the
planet – I wonder what it could be? Maybe if our President wasn't proposing the elimination of International Climate Change programs, we would probably be able to figure out what's going on with the weather. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Today as I was driving to work, I was listening to NJ 101.5
FM, which is a daily routine for me. I don’t necessarily always agree with
everything said on Bill Spadea’s morning show, but I do like to open my mind to
the traditional conservative stance he usually takes on the matters that affect
us today. If you couldn’t tell already, I am a modern day Liberal. I strive to
fight for the rights of people that can’t fight for themselves. I fight for
socio-economic equality for all genders and races. Don’t get me wrong – I am
not saying that all Liberals are your society’s heroes and that all
Conservatives are your enemies. The fight is the same on both sides; I just
agree more with the solutions posed on the left. But today, I’m not writing
about my validation for being a Liberal. <o:p></o:p></div>
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March 8<sup>th</sup> 2017 is International Women’s Day. As a
very proud woman, I have chosen to celebrate this Day and stand in solidarity
with all women across the globe. When I left my house this morning, I stood
extremely proud in my red attire, and, even though I am well aware wearing a
certain piece of clothing doesn’t solve the problem, I felt like I was part of
this initiative. However, I was quickly disheartened when I turned on the radio
and listened to Bill Spadea talk about today. He brought up the event “Day
Without a Woman”, an event in which many American women are participating on
this International Women’s Day. In reference to this, he asked one simple
question – is this event really helping anyone? He argued that the driving
reason for this event, inequality in the workplace in terms of pay, is a myth.
He further tried to debunk this notion of economic inequality, while portraying
this event for only “privileged feminists”. That sickened me. <o:p></o:p></div>
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On this day, when women join hands and rally for the
equality of each other, it hurt that
such a prominent figure would degrade the events of today. Frankly, I don’t
know if this one event or wearing red will help, but it’s starting the conversations
of propelling us in the direction of change. Today is so much more than
fighting for equal pay. It’s a day not only for American women and the problems
we face, but it’s a day for all women across the globe. Today we aren’t only
fighting for equality in the workplace, but we are also fighting to change a
society that pushes women into thinking they are always inferior to men in the
workplace. Today we are fighting for those women in the STEM industry who have
to prove that they are equally competent of being engineers and scientists just
as their male peers. Today we are fighting for all those little girls who had
to cut their education short or who never received one because they live in a
society where girls are only seen as housewives and mothers. Today we are
raising our voices for women who are constantly put down or degraded because
they are not as strong or smart as men. Today we are fighting for the girls who
have had their childhoods stolen by becoming child brides and sex slaves. Today
we are fighting for those women who are ridiculed for balancing families and
their careers. Today we are fighting for those girls who want to play football
in school but can’t because that is a boy’s sport. Today we are fighting
against a society that limits the power of women to mere sexual objects created
for the pleasure of men. Today we are also fighting for the women who own and
are confident with their sexuality, but who are often told that women cannot be
sexual. Today is the day we are fighting for all aspects of a woman’s struggle.
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By trying to debunk the “mysterious” wage gap today, you are
opening up a window for people to throw out the other causes women are fighting
for today. Just as the evidence sited in
today’s show suggests the wage gap is a myth, there are many other case studies
out there that suggest it is very real. I recommend you do your own research on
this matter and come to your own conclusions. Also, since today is International Women’s Day
and not just American Women’s Day, we are fighting for equal pay for women in
every country not just our own. Today is about so much more than just money. It’s
about respecting all women no matter what. It’s about not degrading them. It’s
all about women empowerment. Not all women will have the luxury to strike
today; so those “privileged feminists” will be striking for the sisters who can’t.
Today is our day. Whichever way you feel you can make a difference, take that
route and keep going. Today women have increased equality compared to our
ancestors who first fought for women equality, but there is still a long way to
go. Just as our ancestors fought for our lives, we must stand up today
for our daughters and granddaughters of the future. <o:p></o:p></div>
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To all the women of the world, keep fighting until every
female can stand shoulder to shoulder with all men, confidently and proud. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Last time I was in Washington DC, the world was a different
place. Another man resided in the White House, and hope was very much alive.
This was October 2016, when the race was nearing an end. The craziness we had
witnessed that year was finally about to be over, or so we thought.<br />
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everything that occurred, a part of me is very hesitant about visiting my
sister in DC, which is what I do every month. It’s a combination of fear,
sadness, and continued disbelief. No, this is something I can’t just “get over”,
but it is something I’m trying to come to terms with and understand as reality.
Looking back at these pictures from my sister’s last family weekend, I’ve come
to realize one very important thing: Being aware of this new reality will be your
driving force to bring the change you’d like to see. Being
aware of reality doesn’t mean you agree with it, but it does mean, as we put it
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The day I took these outfit pictures, I was hopeful for a
bright American future. I was hopeful that the country would put our
differences aside and accept each other. I was hopeful that the country divide
would close. I was hopeful that a legacy of greatness would continue. I was
hopeful. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Today feels like an unknown world, and I have no idea what
will happen. But there is one thing I am certain about, the hope I felt in
October while in DC, I will not let that die. <o:p></o:p></div>
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This past year I have been attending many weddings for my friends...MY FRIENDS! I can't believe I'm at the age where people I grew up with are starting to get married. This past Labor Day weekend I attended a wedding for a family friend that I grew up with, and filmed myself getting ready for the reception. </div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">As summer is coming to an end, many people are preparing to either get rid of their summer wardrobe and get a winter one or they will put away their summer items until next year. To get full use out of your outfits all year round, I created this lookbook that will show you how to wear one black midi dress in both hot and cold seasons. By just changing a few accessories, you'll have four completely different outfits. Also, for the summer outfits, I paired an off the shoulder top underneath the dress to give it the cut out detail that is so popular this summer. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">OUTFIT 1:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Dress: Asos</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Stockings: Forever 21</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Bag: Aldo</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Shoes: Charlotte Russe</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Accessories: Alex&Ani Bracelets, FitBit, Apple Watch 42mm</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Hat: Forever 21</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Necklace: Forever 21</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Ring: H&M</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Sunnies: Ray-Ban</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">OUTFIT 2: </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Dress: Asos</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Top: H&M (I put a shirt under the dress to create the cut out shoulder detail)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Shoes: Aldo</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Necklace: Aldo</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Apple Watch 42mm</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Sunnies: Ray-Ban</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Purse: Aldo</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">OUTFIT 3: </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Dress: Asos</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Scarf: H&M</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Jacket:JCPenny</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Purse: Aldo</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Stockings: Forever21</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Shoes: Old Navy</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Necklace: Forever21</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Apple Watch 42mm</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Sunnies: Ray-Ban</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">OUTFIT 2: </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Dress: Asos</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Top: H&M (I put a shirt under the dress to create the cut out shoulder detail)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Shoes: Old Navy</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Plaid Shirt: Forever21</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Apple Watch 42mm</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Sunnies: Ray-Ban</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Backpack: Jansport</span><br />
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I'm back with another review! If you saw my last mega haul video (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aC6UeAvp-H8">link</a>), you know that I bought the Korres Sleeping Beauties trio this past December from Sephora. I have officially used it all up, and I wanted to share my thoughts about this product with you all.<br />
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When I first started using these creams, I was so incredibly in love with them. However, sadly, after a few months or so, I was not as heavily impressed with the trio as a whole. That's why I was glad that these came in travel size containers. So, the package came with three creams: Greek Yoghurt, Wild Rose and Black Pine. The Greek Yoghurt cream intended to provide nourishment to dull or dry skin. The Wild Rose cream is meant for brightening, and the Black Pine is a firming, lifting and anti-wrinkle cream. Initially, I couldn't choose which one to apply every night; so, I came up with a routine where, after all my other nightly treatments and skincare routine, I would apply the Black Pine one and then either the Greek Yoghurt or Wild Rose one, depending on my skin. If I had more dry skin, I'd apply the Greek Yoghurt, but if I had dull skin, I'd apply the Wild Rose. </div>
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In the initial months of using these creams, my skin was so soft and rejuvenated when I woke up in the mornings. There was a noticeably healthier look to my skin, but after a while I stopped noticing that glow. I thought maybe my skin was not a fit for one of the three creams; so I started to only use one of them a night until I found out which one was the culprit. It was the Greek Yoghurt one. The Greek Yoghurt cream started burning my face a little when I put it on. It wasn't anything too severe, but it definitely irritated my skin and caused a lot of redness. I stopped using that one all together. Now, for the other two, I'm still in love with them. The Black Pine cream visibly has been lifting my skin up, and it is so refreshing. The Wild Rose really does a great job at brightening my skin in the places that my skin is dull. After I came back from Miami, I noticed that I had a little more pigmentation on my skin than I usually did (sunburn marks -_-). When I started using the Wild Rose cream, my skin tone was evening out, and I had more of a glow to my skin than I did before. </div>
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The only issue I had with all three were that they all had a strong scent to them. I prefer my skincare items to be fragrance free or slightly scented. If this isn't an issue for you, I definitely recommend buying it. So, the box I bought was a travel size trio kit. You can buy the the regular sized individual creams from Sephora. I would not recommend the Greek Yoghurt one for anyone who has sensitive skin because it burned my skin a little. Also, know your skin type when purchasing these creams. </div>
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I would rank these as following:<br />
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<a href="http://www.sephora.com/greek-yoghurt-advanced-nourishing-sleeping-facial-P379063?skuId=1522606&icid2=D=c6:recently%20viewed:p306883">Greek Yoghurt Advanced Nourishing Sleeping Facial</a>:<br />
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Style can be a hard thing to keep up with, when trends are changing at the speed of life. There's so much going on with the fashion world that it starts to get confusing. So, in an attempt to help out all my fashion fanatics out there, I am starting the Sunday Style Segment on my blog. I will detail all the latest fashion trends, the must haves, the style secrets of the industry, and much more. </div>
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Scrolling through your insta feed, you'll see bloggers and influencers always dressed to impress. In reality, it's a hard job. As a fashion blogger, I know first hand the thought and process that goes into curating our style and outfits for our readers and followers. Every season has a new set of trends and secrets that define an individual's style, and today I will be sharing the Summer 2016 Street Style trends!</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">1. OFF THE SHOULDER </span></div>
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Off the shoulder tops and dresses made their debut during last year's Spring and Summer seasons, but it wasn't until this Spring and Summer that it actually gained popularity. The horizontal neckline and different types of style that can be incorporated into the off - shoulder trend make this a crowd favorite. These tops and dresses can be dressed casually and formally as well. </div>
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Dresses never follow one trend season to season. That's why I have chosen my 4 favorite styles for summer. The first is a body con, midi dress. These dresses embrace every curve and really show off a woman's shape. When choosing a midi dress, it's best to pick something in a neutral or basics color family. That will allow for you to be versatile with your outfits when wearing them. The second type of dresses are ones that have dainty straps, and the more straps the better. Two basic spaghetti straps are so the 2000s. This summer, the more straps, the better. A basic spaghetti strap dress with criss cross straps in the front and back give these basic dresses such an edgy look. If you have a style that's fun and pushes the boundaries, then this type of dress is perfect for you. The next type of dress is a bold color, shoulder cut out dress. These dresses are such statement dresses. With the little peak of your skin color, these dresses are sophisticated yet trendy. This dress is perfect for cocktail hours or weddings this summer. Lastly, we have the return of the 70's flair sleeve dresses. These dresses are so boho chic. The 70s were all about carefree style, and these dresses really add the element of effortless fun to any outfit. </div>
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The two types of pants trending this summer are the culottes and paper bag style pants. Culottes have been a crowd favorite for the past few seasons, and they remain a favorite for this summer as well. When wearing culottes this summer, choose ones that are neutral, pastel, or light gray shades, and stay away from the darker colored ones. You can pair them with any basic white tee or crop top to make it a more fancier outfit. Moving on, next we have paper bag pants. I don't know why they have the name that they do, but these pants are so comfortable and fun. You can wear them to work, casually, or to a night out. The versatility of these pants really make them a favorite of mine. </div>
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In terms of shoes, there isn't much that is different from last summer. Pointy toed flats are still trending, and honestly they are my favorite shoe trend. They are so classy, yet so chic that I love reaching for these in my outfits. The next are thick strapped flats. If you have a more casual, comfortable style, then these perfect for you. These shoes are great for anyone who's traveling or on their feet a lot this summer. The third pair of shoes trending this summer are thin strappy heels. These shoes are so sophisticated and stylish, but they tend to be a little uncomfortable. I would wear these for a night out or to any events you may be attending this summer. The last pair of shoes are for all you have love having fun with your style. These shoes are pom-pom shoes. The fun element of the pom-poms really add such an edgy, yet fun touch to any outfit.<br />
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I purchased the African Black soap and the Argan Oil and Raw Shea Butter soap bars from Ulta during one of their sales. I heard a lot about the soap bars from other bloggers and influencers, so I wanted to try it out myself. They were very inexpensive. I paid about $8 for both, and considering the size of them, that was a great deal. I have been using both twice everyday for the past 2 months, and I haven't even gotten through even half of it yet. For the price alone, I would rank this really highly!<br /></div>
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So, now for the fun part of the review! Do I think they do what they are supposed to do? YES. The <a href="http://www.sheamoisture.com/African-Black-Soap-Acne-Prone-Face-Body-Bar-_p_1181.html#close">African Black Soap</a> bar is "designed to cleanse, hydrate and calm problem skin. Helps to balance oily skin for a clearer complexion." So luckily for me, I stopped breaking out badly and suffering with severe acne after high school. However, I do still have very sensitive skin, and any change in lifestyle definitely is reflected in my skin. In the past few months, I have been working out more than I usually did. The sweat and toxins released from your body during exercise can clog up pores all over your body, which can result in break outs and under the skin acne. To prevent that, I have been very conscientious about the products I have been using, given my sensitive skin. This soap bar definitely calms my skin and I do feel my break outs being less frequent after I started using this. However, this bar is actually really drying. I don't want to stop using it because I love what it does for my sensitive skin, but it does get a tad bit annoying to use all the moisturizer I use now to combat the dryness. This brings me to the second soap bar, the Argan Oil and Raw Shea Butter one. I originally bought this soap bar just because the sale was for a buy one/get one free deal, but I'm glad I ended up purchasing it. I don't know if this is ideal, but I started using this after I use my African Black soap bar in the shower. This bar actually replenishes my skin with the lost moisture; and maybe this is in my head, but I actually notice my skin tightening a bit after using it. The <a href="http://www.sheamoisture.com/Argan-Oil-Raw-Shea-Butter-Soap-_p_1219.html">Argan Oil and Raw Shea Butter soap</a> bar is a "a natural reparative bar soap [that] bathes your skin in healing, unrefined Shea Butter and antioxidant -rich Argan Oil." This soap bar stays true to what it is meant to do. </div>
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Together, both bars are definitely a god-send for my skincare/shower routine. I do wish that the African Black Soap was not so drying on my skin, but besides that I have no complaints. </div>
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All in all, I would give the African Black Soap a 4.5/5</div>
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On the 240<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Declaration of
Independence being adopted by the Continental Congress, the values instilled in the first official American
document need to be readdressed more than ever. It’s 2016, and the United
States of America has adapted a new form of tyranny. Our oppressors are no
longer royal figures sitting on a throne, but our very own carrying sentiments
of hate and skewed political views. <o:p></o:p></div>
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When the Declaration was signed, times were different and
values were not the same as they are now. However, the words remain pure and
simple…."All men are created equal.” There it is. This one phrase says it all.
There were no specifications to this statement. It never said white men and
women following a sect of Christianity are entitled to these unalienable
rights. ALL MEN. Then why, as Americans, have we forgotten our first ideal
identifying our core values? We have been classified as a melting pot country,
but in light of recent events, we can no longer classify ourselves as such.
Differences in culture and religion should be celebrated and respected, but a
large portion of our population use these differences to promote hatred. <o:p></o:p></div>
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If we continue to feed into this hate, we will be igniting
the arsenal that will destroy the country. Our recent history proves that a
Muslim man who commits a crime will, without even an investigation, be
considered a terrorist. A white man who commits a similar crime will, off the
bat, be considered mentally ill. The truth is anyone who commits a crime where
a group of innocent people are unjustly harmed are mentally ill. Radicalization
is a sign of mental instability, and people who allow for it to plague their
minds have issues beyond the comprehension of a normal individual. So, when
radicalized individuals commit these grave crimes, they are not the representation
of the Islamic religion. They are categorized under all mentally ill
terrorists. Terrorism is always carried out by godless agents. By using these religion and ethnic classifications for these groups
of men and women, we are spreading this abhorrence. <o:p></o:p></div>
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As the election inches closer, we must not forget our
founding patriotic ideals. Our nation was not created to harbor notions of
racism, sexism, and phobias of certain religions. Albeit, times were different
and these aforementioned threatening acts of hate may have been more prevalent,
but they were not factors implanted in the Declaration. Moving forward, let’s
as a whole dispel anything hindering our American ideals. Because “all men are
created equal”, and that’s what it means to be an American.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Womanhood - it's one of the biggest oxymorons of a female's life. In a world where (most) women are told to celebrate the beauty that lies in being a female, there are still many hindrances holding back on this celebration. We have reached a generation where women are increasingly bypassing men, but not all women are appreciated for these successes. In a time where one of the greatest countries in the world is about to elect their first female president, there still exists innumerable crimes against women. These range from the more severe honor killings, forced marriages, domestic abuse to the downgrading of women in the working world and the lack of opportunities for education. Where many communities and cultures have advanced in giving women the respect and freedom they have the inalienable right to, there are many groups of people who still possess the same archaic views for women that many of our very distant ancestors held. In an attempt to shed light on the troubles, disrespect, and oppression that women face all around on the world, I am beginning this series that hopes to empower men and women to treat each other with respect. Men, women - no gender is greater than the other, no matter what you tell yourselves. This series will focus on accounts of inspirational women who have fought through great lengths, hatred, and oppression to accomplish their dreams. </div>
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To start off this series, I will be sharing the story of Roshni Chohan (<a href="https://twitter.com/RoshniChohan">Roshni's twitter</a>). I came to know Roshni and become friends with her when this unknown man began this personal vendetta against her on Twitter. He criticized her career choice of singing. He attacked her self-esteem. He pointed a finger at her upbringing. He even promoted self - harm when he so boldly announced she's a disgrace because she's a singer. He never gave a reason for his absurd insults except that she is an Indian woman. As an Indian woman myself, I know, first handedly, that his claims that an Indian woman's only job is limited to being a dutiful housewife are completely disillusioned facts. I'm not denying that there is a portion of the Southeast Asian population that still believes this, but this generalization does not spread to the whole Desi population. </div>
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Here are some examples of this man's attack (FYI - these are the lesser of the more harshly worded insults):</div>
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For more of this absurdness, check out his <a href="https://twitter.com/SandeepGill94">twitter</a>.<br />
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Also, before I start, let me tell you about how he was originally catfishing this poor girl. I came to know about this when I showed my friend at work this ridiculous ordeal, and she pointed out that the picture he was using was of her friend's from NJ. (After being called out on that by me, he changed his DP).<br />
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Moving on, I know this guy is a troll. He probably has nothing better to do, and I hope that he finds a way to expel this hate from his heart. Freedom of speech and thought is very real, and I cannot, as a civilized, educated member of society, blame him for these views he holds. Although I, in no way, agree with them, I can't deny him of this freedom. Here is what I raise an issue on: his imposition of his views on the life of other women. If a woman wants to be a singer, GREAT! If she wants to be a doctor/lawyer/engineer, more power to her! If she wants to be a housewife, GO FOR IT! At the end of the day, this is her decision to make and hers alone - not her significant other's, family's, or friend's and especially not a stranger's. I've preached this before and I'm going to say it again - LIVE AND LET LIVE! When people begin to attack women with these superannuated views, it puts the fight for women equality back several steps. The only way we can stop that from happening is to not feed into people with these views, which I learned the hard way.<br />
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But this post isn't about this twitter troll, it's about Roshni Chohan, who after being harassed by a man she has never met on social media, never gave up on her dreams. In many ways, she is a modern day inspiration to Indian women all around. When you try to enter a career where criticism and downfalls come with the territory, it is hard to keep your head up high and keep going. That is exactly what Roshni did. She never let the views of one man deter her from following through with her singing goals. She acted with such grace, maturity and wisdom. She didn't give this person any importance by replying to him or trying to defend herself, which is something really hard to hold back on. Her self - control was completely astounding. If I was in her situation, I would have honestly launched a whole social media war against this person. If there is one thing I have learned from her is that, at the end of the day, hate can be dealt with by positive thinking and determination to succeed. So, let's all support this wonderful talent and help her accomplish her dream of becoming a successful singer! Check out her <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9sWSbyJvQHgHKyRX9vZGbg">Youtube</a> channel.<br />
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The ugly truth about life is that there will always be people who hate and carry oppressing, disrespectful views. We cannot change the world, but we can change the way we think and ourselves; and that will in turn one day change the world we live in!<br />
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With that being said, I leave you with this poem I wrote.<br />
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Links to Roshni's social media profiles:<br />
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9sWSbyJvQHgHKyRX9vZGbg">Roshni's Youtube</a><br />
<a href="https://twitter.com/RoshniChohan">Roshni's Twitter</a><br />
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While reminiscing about my recent trip to Montreal and trying to plan another trip there, I realized I never got around to uploading my Montreal Lookbook. But better late than never, it's finally up! </div>
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I had such a great time in Montreal! However, I was not prepared for the cold. The weather definitely put a damper on all of our moods. Not going to lie, I was freezing while trying to film for this lookbook. Don't do what I did! Travel with more layers, or wait until the summer to go there. </div>
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Lush products have proven to be a crowd favorite in the past few years. Ever since more people have been favoring an eco-friendly/natural lifestyle, companies like Lush have gained immense popularity. I have been a lover of their products for years now. However, I can now honestly say, besides for a few face masks, there products are more of just a fad that I'm slowly now getting over. Don't get me wrong, I still love the company and everything it stands for, I just don't see it doing much for my skin and hair anymore. So, when I picked up these two products I'm reviewing, I was very skeptical about them.<br />
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I picked up the jumping juniper shampoo bar and the American cream conditioner. I have never used a shampoo bar ever before so this was an experience in itself. I have to say I did thoroughly enjoy using a bar instead of liquid shampoo. It was different, yet unknowingly satisfying. Off the bat, both products smelled absolutely amazing. Even if they weren't to do much for my hair, I knew my hair would at least smell fantastic. My hair is very oily and curly. Also, recently, I have had more thinning and flat hair than ever before. So, when I walked into the Lush store in my mall, I told the sales associate about my hair condition. She sold me on these two products (FYI Lush employees really are the best sales representatives I have ever seen)! The Jumping Juniper shampoo bar sold for $10.95, and the American Cream conditioner was $9.95 for the smallest size.<br />
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The Jumping Juniper shampoo bar claims to be "herbal hair magic to transform oily hair." With a catch phrase like that, who wouldn't want to try it out? What this bar claimed to do was what exactly I needed. I needed a shampoo that was naturally derived to be able to remove the oil and sebum build up. It's key ingredients are juniperberry oil and lemon/lime extracts. Honestly, the first two times I used this shampoo, I found my hair in amazing condition. It wasn't oily, yet it was still soft and shiny. It was a little drying when I first used it, but the conditioner application solved that issue. Unfortunately, the effects of this shampoo did not last after 3 or 4 washes, which was really disappointing. The more I used the bar, the more dried out my hair got. I even tried using it only once a week and using another shampoo for the other days I washed my hair, but that still didn't work. If only the shampoo didn't lose it's effect, I would totally have been hooked for life. The only thing good that lasted for this shampoo was the scent! Boy did my hair smell fantastic!<br />
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The other product I received was the American Cream conditioner. This conditioner is a "fresh strawberry conditioning cocktail". It has honey for softening, lavender oil for clarifying, and oranges to keep hair calm. The only reason I bought this was because the sales representative spoke so highly about it. Initially this conditioner weighed my hair down a lot, like a lot. However, after time, I started noticing my hair being really soft and it stopped being so weighed down by the conditioner. Unlike the shampoo bar, the conditioner didn't please me until a few washes. However, by the end of the bottle, it became one of my favorite conditioners.<br />
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So are these products worth the hype? The shampoo bar....maybe, and the conditioner....DEFINITELY! For the shampoo bar, it definitely won't be a re-purchase for me since the effects of the bar didn't last long for me. However, you may be a different case. Each person has their own set of outcomes when it comes to using a product. You can try it, and maybe the effects will last. Just be open to the fact that it didn't for me. In terms of the conditioner, if you can brave out 1 or 2 washes of your hair feeling heavy and weighed down, this conditioner will be life-changing! It was definitely a re-purchase for me.<br />
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All in all, I would give the shampoo bar a 2.5 out of 5<br />
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Shipra Sharmahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07024062223232561056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8068315405235834921.post-78196002130482686922016-05-04T15:03:00.004-04:002016-05-19T23:40:56.204-04:00An Open Letter of Distress to the New Jersey Institute of Technology<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Dear NJIT, <o:p></o:p></div>
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With a heavy heart, I am writing this letter to you. I
really want to be a proud Highlander, but it seems as if there is always
something hindering this pride. I was extremely proud when NJIT made the news
for being the #1 university in America to have the highest starting salary. I
was even more proud when we made the news for the Michigan upset. However,
recently, I have been very disappointed at my alma mater. <o:p></o:p></div>
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I get it. We go to school in Newark, and that there is
always a chance of imminent danger. However, the minute we sign off on our
intent of enrolling at NJIT, we put all our hope in our institution in
protecting us from this danger. Whenever there is a shooting or robbery or any
other misfortune, we are sent an email of the incident, sometimes with a
description of the offender. We are also reminded that we do have NJIT public
safety and given a number to call in case of an emergency. But, we rarely see
an email providing reassurance that the offender has been caught or anything
detailing the course of action that will be taken to prevent future situations.
Actually, I only remember one time…ONE TIME…in my four year course at NJIT
where the convict was actually caught. NJIT also has a police escort system
that they love to remind us about constantly. But when it comes time to using
this escort program, students are met with dilemma and a lack of cooperation
from public safety. There was this one time a group of friends and I were
coming back to school from a night out in the city. The lightrail wasn’t
working; the Rutgers-Newark shuttle wasn’t in front of Penn Station; and we
didn’t have enough money collectively to take a cab back. We did exactly what
they tell us to do, we called public safety to escort us back to campus. At
this point, the person we talked to told us to wait for the lightrail, look for
the RU shuttle, or call a cab – options we already ruled out. We did get
argumentative, but there was no outcome in our favor. So, out of options, we
made the walk back from Newark Penn Station to NJIT at 3:30AM because our alma
mater refused to come help us. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Why do I bring this 2013 event up? NJIT does have these
programs to keep their students safe, but when it comes down to being there for
us, we are met with disappointment over and over again. Thinking about that one
night, I am so thankful we were all safe because so much could have happened to
us. We could have been the subject of those NJIT Public Safety emails. What I
went through isn’t anything new. Walk around campus and talk to students, and I
guarantee that you will be met with the same complaints. NJIT students have
come to accept that it will be futile to ask for help because, 9 out of 10
times, we will be met with noncompliance. We shouldn’t be comfortable with the
fact that we won’t get the help we need. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Another thing that infuriates me about NJIT is that their
solution for situations such as Joe’s murder is that they will be increasing
the size of NJIT public safety. If I had a penny for every time I heard that
solution…. I’m sorry that’s only a minor fix. It won’t help solve the whole
issue at hand. NJIT public safety is always in multiple spots down the row, but
stuff like what happened at the TKE house still occurs. I agree we do need more
of a presence in areas like the Lightrail station and down the streets where
students visit the most, but just adding more cops won’t be the end. We need
our public safety officers to proactively be on duty 24/7. They need to not shy
away when students ask for help. Not only do the students put all their trust
in public safety, but our parents do as well. They send their children off with
what is proving to be false guarantees that their children will be protected.
Don’t get me wrong, I realize we have a few great officers, like DiFran, that I
have the utmost respect for, but sadly that doesn’t carry over to the rest of
the force. It won’t matter if the number
of the force increases. It’s quality over quantity. QUALITY OVER QUANTITY. <o:p></o:p></div>
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There also needs to be a better system of dealing with off
campus housing. With the addition of the new Greek village, the houses down the
row have suffered and been neglected. As a member of Greek life, I have first
handedly seen the political battle that exists regarding the houses and Greek
life in general. Most of the houses are in horrible conditions. They have
broken doors and windows, making it possible for break-ins to occur. I feel as
if, when it’s convenient for the school, they count these houses under NJIT
jurisdiction, every other time they are ignored. In my honest opinion, wherever
an NJIT student resides near the campus should be covered in NJIT’s safety
policy at all times, whether it’s the dorm buildings, NJIT affiliated fraternity houses, or other NJIT recognized “off
campus” housing. It is your responsibility, NJIT administration, to protect the
inhabitants of these dwellings. The fraternities and sororities already do
their part. Whenever we have parties, we inform public safety and allow them to
monitor the house. We take precautions when letting people in our houses. But
there is only so much we can do. Instead of throwing all the money we receive
in donations and grants on new construction projects, put some money aside into
fixing up the houses down the row. Those houses carry a lot of history with
them, so I for sure know they will not easily be forfeited. So, the best thing
that you can do is help those houses better safeguard their residents. <o:p></o:p></div>
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At the end of the day, I understand there is only so much we
as an institute can do. People in California even know of the risks and danger
that plagues the town of Newark. The problem is not enough that could have been
done was done to prevent this from happening. We can’t fix all the problems
that Newark struggles with, but we can do so much more to ensure that our
little space in Newark is protected. A
student should not lose his or her life before strict action is being taken.
This shouldn’t have happened in the first place. If steps were taken to be more
proactive in protecting the safety of NJIT students, we wouldn’t need to be
saying RIP to one of the greatest guys NJIT has ever educated. <o:p></o:p></div>
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In an earlier statement, Dr. Bloom said, “So we’re just
going to step it up a bit. We’re going to invest in the technology and
additional police officers.” Dr. Bloom, I respectfully have to say, a bit will
not cut it. Please don’t take this matter lightly. The future and safety of all
NJIT students and all who visit our campus depends on you.<o:p></o:p></div>
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A Disappointed Student<o:p></o:p></div>
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Wanderlust - it is all the rage for us fellow Gen Y'ers.
While growing up (which I still have a lot to do), I made one promise to myself
- no matter what career I end up in or whatever happens, I have to live a life
where I'm constantly traveling and exploring new things. A promise like that is
easy for anyone to make in their youth. At age 15, I thought, by 25, I'd be
completing medical school, getting married, and have already traveled about 75%
of the world. But, here I am, at the totally rad (do people still say rad?) age
of 23, eating a bag of spicy <span style="background: white; color: #222222;">jalapeño Cheetos,
binge watching NCIS, writing this post, and theorizing every excuse out there
to work from home tomorrow. Living the life people, living the life. Things did
not work out the way my 15-year-old self thought they would, but hey it could
be a lot worse. I have a job, good friends, a college degree, and my parents’
house to live in for free. Despite these awesome perks of adulthood, I
have been struggling to be an actual adult, and that promise I made to myself
years ago is still taunting me – sort of like the gym membership I should
probably use more often. </span><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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My love for travel and adventure has been one of the only
constants in my life. If you have read any of my other posts, you know that I am
trying to figure out life, while trying to survive and be happy. I have been
stuck in a rut, but my trip to Miami in January of this year changed that. It
was my wanderlust revival. I felt so alive going on this adventure. Granted it
wasn’t a huge trip, but it was big for me. It gave me the confidence that I can
live the life I saw for myself. Coming back home from Miami, I made one more
promise to myself. This year I was not going to shy away from adventure. This was
my only New Year’s resolution. No matter if the adventure is big or small, I
was always going to say yes to it. <o:p></o:p></div>
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So, if you are the person who loves to travel but always are
using reasons to not do so, just stop. There will always be an excuse. Not that
much money, school, work, family events, etc. I’ve used all of them before.
Money will come and go, that’s just how it works. Plan trips according to your
budget. How many have you have actually seen all that your state has to offer? Northwest
New Jersey is still somewhat of a mystery to me. If you have a small budget,
then just drive around and find something new to do near you. It’s that simple.
With school and work, unless you live in some alter – reality dictatorship, we
all have days off. Use those days! Family events – your family will always be
there; so, missing your 2<sup>nd</sup> cousin’s 3<sup>rd</sup> birthday won’t
be the end of the world. All I’m trying to get at is if you have the
opportunity for an adventure, don’t say no to it. Because sooner or later,
you’ll be sitting on the couch at the ripe age of 85, eating your TV dinner,
wishing you had gone on that trip to Cancun with your buddies that one spring
break. <o:p></o:p></div>
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With this philosophy, I’ve planned several trips for myself
this year. Miami was such a success, and I can’t wait to go back. Then it was
Montreal, and boy was that an adventure. A few of my friends and I set off from
Jersey on a Friday, and spent the weekend in Montreal. Although it was a very
short trip, I had an amazing time. We were all constantly laughing, exploring
the sights, eating amazing meals (well 90% were amazing, there was one bad
dinner in there), and enjoying every bit of this new experience with new
friends. The friends I traveled with are friends I’ve made only about 9 months
ago, but they have very quickly become my closest friends. We all got along,
which made everything perfect. That’s another word of advice that I have. Don’t
take trips with people you don’t get along with, or else you probably won’t
enjoy it. The only complaints I had from this trip was that it was FREEZING, we
were there for only a very short time, and that one bad dinner. The highlights of my trip were the
sightseeing, hanging out with my friends, and climbing an icy mountain in heels
and seeing my friend Edwin trying to save people on that icy mountain, oh and
falling from the lofted bed (which has been forever memorialized in a video).
All in all, it was a solid trip and I can’t wait to go back. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Channel that inner Jim Carrey as Yes Man, and don’t say no
to adventure. It’s now or never!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The lofted bed in our Air BnB that I fell from </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Edwin spots fallen passer byer</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Edwin tries to help fallen passer byer</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Posing near the Waterfront in Downtown Montreal</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Monty Crew</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Disappointing dinner :( My food was still frozen, and don't even bother asking Carlos about his couscous. It was bad. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Brunch at the most amazing restaurant ever - L'Evidence. You have to eat here if you go to Montreal. </td></tr>
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<br />Shipra Sharmahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07024062223232561056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8068315405235834921.post-27406578528802930622016-04-10T20:50:00.000-04:002016-05-19T23:41:17.534-04:00Everyday/Travel Makeup - Get Ready with Me in Montreal and Bite Amuse Bouche Lipstick Review || The Shipra Diaries<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A few weeks ago, a few of my closest friends and myself set out on an adventure to Montreal. It was honestly one of the best trips I've taken. I will be writing more about the trip in another post; so, keep an eye out for that. For now, let's get right into what this post is about.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">While in Montreal, I filmed myself getting ready. It's always a challenge adjusting to a new environment and figuring out the right look to wear in a new town. Montreal isn't too different in climate from New Jersey, but it was still very new for me. I decided to go for this simple/everyday makeup look. This was the perfect look to wear while sight seeing. It lasted all day, which is all thanks to the Urban Decay all nighter setting spray. Since this makeup look was so versatile and simple, it could work with any lip color. So, it was the perfect opportunity for me to try out the three Amuse Bouche lipsticks I was sent from Influenster. DISCLAIMER - Although, I was sent these products for free for the purpose of a review, all opinions are my own. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The Amuse Bouche lipsticks are by far my new favorite lip products I have recently tried. The colors I received were Pepper, Gazpacho, and Beetroot. Gazpacho was definitely my favorite. If you know me, you know how much I love my red lipsticks. Gazpacho has definitely been added to the red lips collection I have, giving MAC Ruby Woo a run for its money. All three lipsticks were so hydrating and long lasting. The color pay off was so amazing. They all smelled incredible. I can't really pin point the exact scent, but it's a floral/citrus combo. Moving on, here are the pros and cons of these lipsticks.</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Highly pigmented</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Moisturizing</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Amazing Scent</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Long lasting</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Sleek packaging</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Need a lipliner for the darker shades - Gazpacho and Beetroot</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Expensive ($26 at Sephora)</span></li>
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<br />Shipra Sharmahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07024062223232561056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8068315405235834921.post-16307105855422922142016-02-23T20:34:00.003-05:002016-05-29T16:53:12.965-04:00Wrapping Up in a Blanket Scarf OOTD and How Shipra got her Groove Back || TSD Lookbook Chapter VIII<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">Hello Beautiful People!</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;"><br /></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">Being an adult was going to be hard, I knew that. The level of </span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">difficulty</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;"> was what I was blindly unaware of. For as long as I can remember, I wanted to grow up and have a </span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">“big girl” </span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">job.
I wanted to get up early in the mornings and get dressed up in business
attire, like my mom does. I wanted to walk out the door ready to
conquer </span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">anything and everything that came my way</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">, </span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">also like my mom</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">. In reality, she just made this monotony look way too easy and falsely exciting. I never realized these daily adult tasks would be so draining, and I definitely was not prepa</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">red to perform them every single day </span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">without </span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">a break</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">.
It’s like clockwork. I wake up at 5AM (but let’s be honest, I snooze my
alarm until 5:30ish), and I have to shower and get ready under 15
minutes because I’m already running late. I leave my house by 6AM and
get to work around 7:45AM. I work 8 hours, sometimes more, and I usually
get home by 6:30PM because of the rush hour traffic. I eat dinner and
try getting to the gym, and I knock out by 9:30PM. REPEAT.</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;"><br /></span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;"><br /></span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">Don't
get me wrong, I am extremely grateful to have a job. For the most part,
I really do enjoy my time at work. I have great friends. I don't
necessarily like Corporate America, but that's a rant for another time.
Ho</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">wever, I am still not confident</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;"> that I am ready to sign off my energy, free time</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">,</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;"> and hobbies for the sake of this 9 to 5. Because of </span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">my “big girl” job</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">, I lost the will power to take part in activities that interest me. Instead, I have been drudging
through this monotonous lifestyle, but enough is enough. I am done
losing my energy over something that should not rule my life. I am
taking back control.</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;"><br /></span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;"><br /></span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">The
one thing that has always kept me going is fashion. I love the
creativity and individuality associated with style. If my outfits look
good, my mood is instantly uplifted. Since work requires me to wake up a
little too early for my liking, most days I am not even awake enough to
think about my outfit choice as I'm getting dressed. The only times my
outfits are acceptable for my fashion sense are if I plan them ahead of
time. That also does not happen too often. To help me out of this rut, I
wanted to get back into fashion and blogging. </span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">On one rare occasion, I actually had some time to myself and I sat at home planning</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;"> outfits
for work, for this blog, and for some PR and red carpet events I have
coming up. Somehow I was not tired anymore, and the lethargy turned into
motivation.</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;"><br /></span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;"><br /></span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">That's
when I realized it - the key to escaping the repetitiveness and
dreariness of daily life as a young adult. In the midst of the hectic
work schedules and crumbling social lives, make sure to dedicate some
quality time for yourself. Don't lose the "me time". It's what's going
to keep your sanity </span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">intact</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">.
Trust me on this. Indulge your time in the hobbies of your choice. If
you don't have one, find one. Dedicating even a fraction of your time
to </span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">something you full-</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">heartedly
enjoy will ensure that you don't get caught up in the adult world
vortex of tedium and despair. This realization was how I got my groove
back. </span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">Now,
moving on to why you are really here - this outfit. I love blanket
scarves. They are the perfect cold weather accessory for th</span></span><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">e Northeastern bipolar weather I </span></span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="-826497428__GoBack"></a><span style="line-height: 12px;"><span style="line-height: 24px;">experience
every year. Paired with a fedora, sunglasses, and a vintage coat - you
have an outfit that will surely bring anyone's groove back. </span></span></span></span></div>
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Navy Blue Fedora Hat: <a href="http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=acc_hat&ProductID=2000153931&VariantID=">Forever 21</a> || Ray - Ban Round Light Ray Sunglasses: <a href="http://www.ray-ban.com/usa/sunglasses/RB2180%20MALE%20007-rb2180-black/8053672358575">Ray-Ban</a> || Purse: <a href="http://www.aldoshoes.com/">Aldo</a> - old pair, similar one here <a href="http://www.aldoshoes.com/us/en_US/sale/handbags/c/534/COONTIE/p/40482921-98">Aldo</a> || Booties: <a href="http://www.dressbarn.com/">Dress Barn</a> - old pair, similar ones here <a href="http://www.charlotterusse.com/product/Back-Belted-Chunky-Heel-Booties/296094.uts?cid=ps:nonbrand:Google&adpos=1o5&creative=78708760984&device=c&matchtype=&network=g&gclid=CjwKEAiAo7C2BRDgqODGq5r38DsSJAAv7dTPGh-3V2XsEgmrUhHvg7ilxThAEoglxlFAn8oXFy7S-RoC3iDw_wcB">Charlotte Russe</a> || Sweater: <a href="http://www.forever21.com/">Forever 21</a> - It's impossible to find an exact item on their website || Jeans: <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/rag-bone-jean-the-legging-stretch-skinny-jeans-premier-grey/4096313?cm_mmc=Google_Product_Ads_pla_online-_-datafeed-_-women%3Abottoms%3Apant-_-1167729&amp%3Bcountry=US&amp%3Bcurrency=USD&mr%3AreferralID=eb3ed2c1-da93-11e5-ba1d-005056941669&gclid=CjwKEAiAo7C2BRDgqODGq5r38DsSJAAv7dTPTqWYmHaZND2L9xionbGbqsOc80xfHKSXc0eNo8mkdRoCL-bw_wcB">Nordstrom</a> || Coat - vintage || Blanket Scarf: <a href="http://www.forever21.com/">Forever 21</a> </div>
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lovers! It’s time to pull out the best of the best from your closets and put
together your most creative outfits. New York Fashion Week is finally upon us!!
Whether you are an aspiring designer or fashion blogger wannabe (guilty!), this
time of the year creates our NYC sanctuary. However, with all the costs and
time associated with being a part of fashion week, it sometimes becomes a
hassle to live out our fantasies of being at these events. Not many people
realize that attending fashion week does not always have to be an attack on
your bank account. Many new designers/collections/boutiques use this auspicious
time in the fashion world to release their new projects, and many of these are
very budget friendly or even free. When it comes down to this week, there is
only one prevalent uniform reason a person would wish to participate: their
love for fashion. Whether you are more avant garde or more haute couture, there
is always something for you to revel in during NYFW. This past winter Fashion
Week, I informed you about the Priv Beauty Pop Up, and this time around, I want
to introduce you to the New York Fashion Week Style Bar on Saturday, September
12, 2015.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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company, Studio15 and Solescription are teaming up to launch their new
collections. Best part about it all, it is open to the public. The very
talented Jia Wertz founded Studio15. After spending time in Uganda, Africa and
helping women develop sustainable businesses, the drive and dedication these
women had inspired her to follow her own passion and dreams. Thus, she created
Studio15 – a fashion forward brand, which presents the contemporary, trendy
audience with reasonably priced, yet modern/chic pieces. Furthermore, Jia’s
philanthropic inclination remains at the forefront of Studio15, where a portion
of each sale helps supports women entrepreneurs in developing countries through
a portion of Kleos Microfinance. They not only support that cause, but they
also have #FreeAdnan tees in their shop that supports the young man, Adnan
Syed, of the Serial podcast fame. Studio15 has been gaining popularity
exponentially in recent times. In the last week, they have dressed and styled
the actress and host of Access Hollywood, Liz Hernandez (<a href="http://www.shopstudio15.com/press/access-hollywood.html" target="_blank">Link to the clip</a>). At the NYFW Style Bar event on September 12<sup>th</sup>, they will be
launching their Bespoke Collection. This collection allows customers to be
designers for a day and custom design a one – of – a - kind piece that will be
produced for them within two weeks. Their existing collections bring out the
classic touch to modern fashion. Definitely check out their website <a href="http://www.shopstudio15.com/" target="_blank">here</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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other partner in crime to this event is the shoe company Solescription. Much
like the ideal of renting the runway, Solescription makes it possible for the
customers to rent out a personalized shoe collection for a flat rate every
month. Best part about this renting gimmick: you keep the shoes as long as your
heart desires and then send it back in your pre-paid box. Oh yeah, and shipping
is always free both ways. Can I get a hallelujah for this amazing company? The
shoes are to die for and the ease in business makes this new company a needed
investment for your closet. Moreover, Solescription also like Studio15 uses a
portion of all memberships in supporting NGOs that help with resolving issues
women face all around the world. So sign up, get these shoes, and do some good for
the world. Because like Marilyn said, “Give a girl the right shoe, and she can
conquer the world.” </span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Checkout Solescription </span><a href="http://solescription.com/" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;" target="_blank">here</a><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">So, now on to the fun
stuff, on September 12, 2015 from 3 to 9 PM, Studio15 and Solescription are
hosting a party during the holy time that is New York Fashion Week. Pamper
yourself with free makeovers and hair styling, indulge in professional
photography, network with New York’s fashion elite, drink, socialize and have a
good ole’ time at The Chester, Gansevoort Meatpacking, 18 Ninth Ave, New York
City. There will be music featured by DJ Temisphere and enjoy some excellent
drink specials. Also, all guests will be able to revel in a secret preview of
Studio15’s new collection. Best part about it all, for all my followers, you
will be able to use the discount code FLAWLESS for 50% off the tickets. That
means tickets will only be $10, and if that’s not motivation to go, I will be
doing a giveaway for my followers that do attend. For one lucky guest/follower,
you will be winning an item from Studio15 that I will buy from my own money for
you! All you have to do is attend the event, share this post on social media, and like my </span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/theshipradiaries" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;" target="_blank">Facebook page</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">. Once you are done, send me an email (theshipradiaries@gmail.com) with a screenshot of your ticket and you will be entered into the giveaway. There is nothing better than supporting companies that are driven to help
the world be a better place. So I better see you all there!</span></div>
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After what I have to affirmatively say was the coldest winter the Northeast experienced, I have been in desperate need of sunshine! The weather gods finally answered this longing and graced us with absolutely beautiful weather this past weekend. My family decided to take a trip to Washington DC to visit my sister, who goes to college down there and as well as see the Cherry Blossoms for my mom's birthday. It was a fantastic weekend. I finally got to spend some quality time with my family and experience all that Washington DC has to offer. We were able to attend the Global Citizen Concert and also watch Bhangra Blowout XXII (for all my Desis out there!). All in all it was a great weekend.<br />
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I decided I should share what I wore while adventuring out in DC. My outfit was comfortable yet stylish, which is a key to adventures in the spring and summer times. I paired a striped pencil skirt with a simple black tank, topped with: a white kimono top,a statement necklace, a big handbag, some fabulous sunnies, and finished the look off with converse sneakers.<br />
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Skirt: <a href="http://www.bebe.com/clothing/bottoms/skirts/Striped-Midi-Skirt/pc/636/c/218/sc/221/87171.pro?productVariantId=1224793&source=CAPLA_DF:87171:BEBE_BEBE&pla=pla_25059404210054&extid=sf_froogle&mr:trackingCode=1EF50176-8E8B-E411-A23C-BC305BEDEAD8&mr:referralID=NA&mr:device=c&mr:adType=plaonline&mr:ad=41869279556&mr:keyword=&mr:match=&mr:filter=58089878186&kpid=25059404210054&gclid=CjwKEAjwx9KpBRCAiZ_tgYKWvhQSJABQjGW-Sx_M1rkb4KckoY2XOHFZYtKt2-DBQN9fXN659Z9WgRoCqd_w_wcB" target="_blank">Bebe</a> || Tank Top: <a href="http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=top_camis_tanks&ProductID=2000130178&VariantID=" target="_blank">Forever 21</a> || Kimono Top: Charlotte Russe from last summer, <a href="http://www.express.com//clothing/long+lace+kimono/pro/6321390/cat1800005?CID=3158&SearchID=Goo_PLA_D&adpos=1o1&creative=56666050244&device=c&matchtype=&network=g&gclid=CjwKEAjwx9KpBRCAiZ_tgYKWvhQSJABQjGW-aQA5amGrqdQfwhIsbJbabpQfyTQ28wL2Pei1ThYoOhoC7Y3w_wcB" target="_blank">similar here</a> || Statement Necklace: J.Crew from last spring, <a href="http://www.forever21.com/product/product2.aspx?Category=ACC&ProductID=1000117329&VariantID=02&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_term=&utm_campaign=PLA_GSC_F21&utm_content=g_67021403238_pla&mr:trackingCode=1BDC2AC5-6A70-E411-8860-001B21BCC0BC&mr:referralID=NA&mr:device=c&mr:adType=plaonline&mr:ad=67021403238&mr:keyword=&mr:match=&mr:filter=89208693678&gclid=CjwKEAjwx9KpBRCAiZ_tgYKWvhQSJABQjGW-YgOwbtxCsS1CUS9RJS4Uqwrz8TkXNUXjsG9mIQ09EhoCs4vw_wcB" target="_blank">similar here</a> || Sunnies: <a href="http://www.forever21.com/Product/Category.aspx?br=f21&category=acc_glasses" target="_blank">Forever 21</a> || Handbag: <a href="http://www.forever21.com/Product/Category.aspx?br=f21&category=acc_handbags" target="_blank">Forever 21</a> || Shoes: <a href="http://www.converse.com/regular/chuck-taylor-classic-colors/MP_51.html" target="_blank">Chuck Taylor's Converse</a><br />
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