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BUILDING A CAPSULE WARDROBE FOR COLLEGE

College is very hectic. With the stresses of class, maybe a part-time job, internships, and just staying sane, choosing outfits every day can be a hassle. Building a capsule wardrobe can help ease the stress of looking “put-together” when you are in a rush for everything else. Here are simple steps you can take to build your wardrobe for each week.

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BALANCING A BUSINESS IN COLLEGE

Building a business is not easy. The process becomes more difficult when you throw in the schedule of being a full-time college student. Growing a business in addition to balancing your classes, having a part-time campus job, hanging out with friends, and staying healthy is not easy. Here are some ways that I manage my time to ensure that I’m putting forth my best effort in every aspect of my life.

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CODING: THE BIGGEST LESSON I’VE LEARNED SO FAR

I was in 10th grade when I took my first computer class, and ever since then, I have just immersed myself in it. From taking extra courses online to now building an app all by myself, I have definitely faced a LOT of struggles and have benefited from a lot of lessons. Coding is not easy, so here is the biggest thing I’ve learned so far.

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THE IMPACT OF MODERN BEAUTY STANDARDS ON YOUNG WOMEN: MY STORY FROM THE ARCHIVES OF ELLEXDESIGN

Everyone is beautiful in their own way. Every feature or scar exists to make us who we truly are, and that is a fact most people agree with. Something that a lot of people don’t recognize, though, is how modern beauty standards can impact the self-esteem and self-image of young girls. 

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DISCOVERING SOUTH INDIAN FEMALE FASHION: KURTAS, SARIS, AND WESTERN WEAR

As I wrap up my final week here in Chennai, India, there is so much that I’ve learned about my own South Indian culture and South Indian fashion. From kurtas, to saris, Western wear, and more, I have been able to discover a variety of different ways to showcase female fashion in South India. Here is all that I’ve experimented with during the past three weeks.

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BEHIND THE SCENES: A PRODUCTIVE DAY OF ADMIN WORK

A lot of founder stories and business “behind the scenes” involve glamorized day-to-days of the company. The reality is that not all days are monumental. Some days require you to sit down at your computer and simply organize and evaluate where you are. Here is a unique look into my productive day of completing administrative tasks.

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3 SIMPLE WAYS TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OBSTACLES

Creating and growing a business is difficult. It is not easy to navigate the everyday challenges that founders face from creative blocks to financial setbacks. It is even more difficult when we are faced with larger obstacles, whether they be personal or professional. Here are three simple ways to take advantage of obstacles that are placed on your path, and to retrieve the positive from the negative.

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DISCOVERING FASHION IN INDIA: CITY VS. COUNTRYSIDE

While fashion is a form of expression for who you are, it is also a way to showcase where you come from. For me, being Indian is a large part of my identity, and I have been able to discover various parts of my culture through clothes and fashion.

After spending a week back in the home country, living in the city and traveling to the countryside, here is everything I’ve learned about how Indians approach fashion in the city vs. in the countryside.

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