AChanceToFly

It was a breezy Sunday morning. The comfortableness of my bed has taken me in with all its warmth. Suddenly I heard someone knocking on my door. All I wanted was that the knocker should just disappear. I wished for some magic to happen but at the end I had to get up since I had no magic stick to do the trick. I saw a girl in front of my door. Her hands wear weak, her body was fragile, feet stained with mud. She was wearing a floral dress which was a complete misfit and probably three to four sizes large than her actually size. She had an innocence that was pouring from her eyes. I inquired about her name and what she was doing here. She said “My aunt is suffering from dengue and so instead of her I will work as your housekeeper”. Without saying anything further she started cleaning my room with the broom.

Almost fifteen days had passed. She always used to come at 8.15 am. Never a minute late or early. Her sincerity, punctuality and dedication made me adore her even more. I had a hidden affection and warmth towards her. Sometimes I used to offer her ten rupees for breakfast but she held her head high and refused the money every time. “Mother has cooked for me, I will go home and have that food madam”.

It was 8.45am that day, I was waiting for her. It was unusual of her to come late. I was actually getting worried about her safety. Suddenly the bell rang. I hurried up and opened the door. She was standing their with drops of tears in her eyes and bruises all over her body. I asked her about the bruises but she kept quite and started working. I gave her medicine and some food. To my surprise she didn’t refused the food. Two days passed by, I notice some sort of engrossing grief in her eyes. One day I finally decided to visit her aunt’s place and inquire  into the matter. Her husband opened the door the me. She has lost weight and looked restless. I handed her the packet of apples that I had bought for her. After inquiring about her health, I directly asked her about her niece. I told her that few days back she had bruises on her body and now a days she looks quite sad.

“On Tuesday late night her elder brother came home all drunk. He started asking for money from his mother so that he could consume more alcohol. Being a poor widow she had nothing to offer. Suddenly he saw her sister’s cycle Which her father had gifted her five years back. Her father passed away in a road accident and since then she and her mother are working to run the family. Her brother took away the cycle and sold it. When she tried to stop him, he beaten her mercilessly.”

Fifteen days have passed by, my maid has completely recovered from dengue. From today she will start working again. She brought her niece as she wanted to say goodbye. Somehow I got deeply attached to this sixteen years old kid. I hold her hand and took her to my backyard. There was standing a pink bicycle and it had a name on it –“RANI”. The smile on her face and the tears in her eyes will always be the mostly valuable thing to me.

We all can afford to spread some positivity, care and happiness this Diwali. There are so many underprivileged children all around you local areas. Things like an ice-cream, a chocolate , some crackers, some new clothes,etc can actually  bring a smile on their face. Even if you cant afford to spend money, then also you can help a few children. Birla Sun Life has launch a campaign called A chance to fly. The whole idea is to tweet with the hashtag AChanceToFly and become a reason for bringing a smile on those innocent faces. Once the tweets fill the balloon outline, the children will be taken on a hot air. This maybe a life time opportunity for them. A small initiative my them which can be supported by us.

Announcement

So I am really excited to share this news with you guys that I finally shifted to my own website. I actually love to blog and share my ideas with you lovely people but of lately I was in a dilemma whether to stay in WordPress or shift.I wanted to give my viewers better experiences with respect to quality, visual appearances, accessibility, etc. My new website is www.amysteriousgirl.com .I am very much excited, anxious and nervous about the response to this shift. I hope you guys will continue to support me as you have done in my past. I will be posting their on every Monday. Easy subscribe option will also be available and you will get a mail as soon as I upload a post. I will me waiting for you guys on my website. Click Here to visit my website.

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a mysterious girl

Twisting Ethnic Wear

Accessorizing can change you look completely. You can style a single dress in different ways just by playing with your jewellery pieces. But buying different accessories for different outfit can pinch your pocket. So today I am going to show you different ways in which can make the maximum use of the accessories you already owe.

Earrings – Here I have taken a silver jhumka. Not only does this piece glam up your traditional wear but also bring out your inner gypsy  when clubbed with western wear. The other way to use a basic jhumka is to use it as a maang tikka. I am absolutely in love with maang tikkas, as it  is the best accessory for your lehengas and sarees. But buying an expensive piece only for a particular occasion is not something that I am very much  fond of. Instead of this, you cam make your own maang tikkas. All you need is a jhumka(earring) and  some basic bobby pins.

Boho Necklace– I think every girl has a boho necklace in her jewellery collection. This necklaces are available from Instagram to street side stores. Yes, it does add some  hippie touch to your outfit instantly. But have you every thought of wearing this with your  traditional attires? If your answer is no, then let me show you how you can. Use the necklace as an anklet. Anklet on one foot is so out of the box yet stylish. It adds that extra bling and people would wonder what you are wearing. Let them keep guessing while you enjoy all the attention. The other was of wearing this necklace is as a head accessory. Don’t we take a deep pause when we ogle at models on the ramp flaunting those excavating hair accessories! Its time to create that look. Use this with a simple traditional dress for a marriage ceremony and you will grab those eyes without investing much on you outfit.

These  are the 5 ways in which you could use this two accessories. I hope you guys will try this look and if you do then don’t forget to share the pictures with me on Instagram. Much love to all my honeybees. Until next time, take care and keep smiling.

xoxo

a mysterious girl

Boyfriend’s Closet

Hey honeybees, how are you guys doing? The weekend is here again. So today I thought of sharing an outfit idea that wont burn a hole in your pocket. Casual outfits are the best thing and with little bit of styling it looks so dressed up and chic. During weekends we have so many plans, from movies to dinner in a newly opened restaurant, from brunch with your girlies to blind dates, etc. Like any other weekend you would want to look your best. So I have an outfit idea for you.

It’s time to invade your boyfriends’s closet and if you are single, then its time for you to invade your brother’s or sometimes even your father’s closet. As I was digging my brother’s wardrobe I found this check shirt. To be honest with you guys this shirt is little loose for me. But that is the whole idea behind this theme today. I styled my outfit according to the shirt. I went for a black tank top and some basic black jeans. I used the shirt as a jacket. I kept the accessories minimal. This DIY choker adds a biker chic touch to the whole look.

OUTFIT COURTESY

Shirt – Lee Cooper // Jeans- Bare Denim // Bag- Koovs // Choker- DIY // Shoes- Koovs.

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a mysterious girl

A Mysterious Lane

Sudder Street is located in between Esplanade and Indian Museum.The street starts exactly opposite to the Fire Brigade Headquarters on Free School Street. It is famous for its cheap hotels.  Foreign tourists often prefer staying at hotels in this street during their stay in Kolkata. As I was exploring the street, I came across this graffiti lane. Walls here in Kolkata are usually filled with  graffiti’s of political parties and  most of them are just political slogans. But seeing graffiti on the street of Kolkata came as a surprise to me. The entire wall on both the side of the lane were covered with brilliant graffiti. A complete new genre with modern art patterns and a prominent 3D art style which is something very new in this part of the world. However I was really disappointed after seeing the condition of this lane. People throw their garbage here and some even use it as an open toilet. I so feel that work like this should be appreciate so that artists like them get encouraged and we get to see more such amazing graffiti. This lane is right beside hotel Galaxy. So if you stay in Kolkata or you are planning to visit Kolkata then you should definitely give this a visit.

Outfit Courtesy

Top – Akkriti

Palazzo – Street Side Store

Dupatta – Big Bazaar

Bag – Big Bazaar

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a mysterious girl

Be Unique

“Why follow the crowd, when you can be unique?
Be yourself and disregard everyone’s critique.

Why not live at random and do the unexpected?
Make mistakes without the hate to say “I stand corrected.”

Why not follow your dreams and allow them to come true?
While you’re there, wander off in search of something new.

Why not have the courage to stand and speak your mind?
Be the first to take that step ahead for all mankind.

Why not dance off-beat while singing out of tune?
Let them laugh, yet never stop all through the afternoon.

Why not scream out loud and let yourself feel free?
And take a chance without the promise of a guarantee.

Why not take a left, when everyone goes right?
Make a choice and choose the black when they all choose the white.

Why not try to shine, instead of fading gray?
Be yourself and just be you, forgetting Them and They.”

– Live WeLL

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a mysterious girl

Monochrome

It has been pouring in Kolkata. This is the only time  when the city of joy is at its  optimistic form. Few find monsoon gloomy but I guess I have the soul of a Peacock(actually peahen according to my gender). The smell of mud, the sound of the thunder, the heavy rain coupled with strong wind gives me immense pleasure. Before I could realize a small turmoil takes place in my stomach. I start walking  though the nostalgic lane of memories. Some pleasant, some humorous and few bitter ones. But every memory holds a special place in my heart. Sitting on my verandah with a heart sinking thought that the passage of seasons somehow seems like a mocking indicator of the time lost.

“The best way to pay for a lovely moment is to enjoy it”

Monochrome finds its power in purity this season. The trend that never goes out of fashion is the amalgamation of black and white. This are  the most versatile colours and experimenting with them is blissful  event. Several looks can be created by using few pieces. This bohemian top from FOREVER 21 is the perfect piece to maximize your wardrobe’s versatility. Club it with the most basic black skinny jeans from your wordrobe. Choker is not only the flavour of the season but also the ideal accessory for all off shoulder dresses and tops. It somehow puts the whole look together.

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Treat And Fix Damaged Hair

Our hair is as delicate as our skin. It tends to get damaged as well. The harmful UV rays, pollution, hair colours and several chemicals that are present in our shampoos  can make our hair frizzy, dry and damaged. Today I am going to share a hair mask using ingredients  right from your kitchen.

Ingredients:

• Coconut Oil
• Castor Oil
• Honey
• Yogurt or Curd

Procedure:

Add 1 teaspoon of coconut oil and 1 teaspoon of castor oil in a bowl. Stir the mixture with the help of a spoon for a good 30 secs. Then add 1 tablespoon of honey and 3 tablespoon of curd to the mixture. Blend all the ingredients until it gives a mask like consistency. You can alter the amount according to the length of your hair but maintain the exact ratio.

Application:

Divide your hair into 4 smaller parts for smoother application. Take a small amount of this mask and apply onto the length of your hair using a downward stroke. Massage for a good 30 secs. Repeat the process for the rest of your hair. Massaging this pack onto your hair in a downward stroke is the key. You don’t need to massage your scalp as it hardly has any benefit for the scalp. After you have applied the mixture evenly, make a bun and keep it for 30 mins. Wash it off with room temperature water. Apply a herbal shampoo afterwards. You can skip the conditioner if you want to.

Apply this pack once a week or twice a month.The interval of application depends on the intensity of the damage. You will notice a difference from the first use. 

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The Era Of Comfortable Dressing

It was a Sunday, I was sitting on my comfy couch and was watching my favorite series Suits. There are days when we feel like staying in our pajamas and having chocolate ice-cream. Hey, you cant blame me for being so gloomy. Once a while we are allowed to have those lazy days. The weather is extremely  hot and humid today. Why can’t summer just  disappear? I so bless Willis Carrier for inventing air condition. As I was scooping ice-cream from the large bucket and procrastinating at the same time, my phone vibrated. A friend called up to ask me out for brunch. Its was actually his long pending birthday treat. The temperature was 43 degree outside. I thought of refusing the offer but saying no to ‘free food’ is an offence in the diary of a glutton like me.

Getting up from my couch I opened my wardrobe and I was struck with the most obvious and mind boggling question that every girl faces “ what am I suppose to wear?”. I kept digging my closet and tried almost everything that I could lay my hands on. Finally after trying almost 20 outfits, I decided to wear something comfortable. I always end up wearing something loose and comfy. The good news is that lounge wear has come a long way in recent years. Not only are there a lot of options, but loose, comfy clothes are actually really trendy.

“A women is never sexier than when she is comfortable in her clothes.”

I took out this romper which I brought from Forever 21. Off – shoulder dresses and tops are so in this days. More then my concern about the ongoing trends, I am glad that they are so breezy and loose. Certain trends makes  me feel that I live in the era of comfy dressing. Put on a romper and Walla you are all sorted with your outfit. Flaunt an enviable sense of fashion by putting on a silver neck piece and a lace white choker. I made this lace choker from some leftover laces. Sometimes all you need is a creative mind.  As the theme today is comfortable dressing so I went for a black oxford shoe instead of those ankle hurting stilettos. Leaving your house without a pair of glares is a crime. Your tender eyes needs care and protection. Protect your skin from the harmful UV rays by carrying an umbrella or a scarf. Sunscreen is a must. I often hear that a section of girls pitch their opinion as how  they don’t care if there skin tans a bit. It’s not about getting tanned or having a fair complexion. The chronic effects of UV exposure can be much more serious, even life threatening, and include premature aging of the skin, suppression of the immune system, pigmentation, damage to the eyes, and skin cancer. So you need protection as soon as you step out. Precaution is always better than cure.

Fashion is not always about dressing up. Comfy dressing is all  about being comfortable  yet stylish. Just because you are wearing a loose dress doesn’t necessarily mean that you are looking sloppy. It’s all about maintaining balance. If your outfit is loose on top then the bottom should be well fitted and vise versa. This trick helps in adding definition to your curves. Carry your outfit with confidence and the rest will be sorted.

“Ultimately dressing is always about attitude, feeling comfortable and confidence.”

xoxo

a mysterious girl

Summer Look

Lately I have been obsessed with the song ‘Ladki Beautiful’ from the movie ” Kapoor and Sons”. I love the carefree bohemian trend that Alia Bhatt has spotted in this song. So today I have taken an inspiration from her look and styled this outfit. This is not a replica of her outfit.

I have taken this long top from Forever 21 and paired it with a blue cotton shorts. The top has a slit at both the sides. I tried to create two different looks using the same pieces. In the former look I have tugged in my top. I have also added a brown leather belt to add more definition to it. This will give the illusion of longer legs and eventually will add few inches to your height. In the latter look I have left the top loose. At the first glance it may look like a dress but the blue shorts will pop out at a few instances . People would actually get confused about what you are wearing. But not to worry, they are going to adore your fashion sense anyway. My struggle with make up is still on. I have used my kajal to line my upper and lower lashes. For my lips I used the orange matte lip crayon from Faces.

Its all about chokers this season. You can get them in different designs. From leather to laces, they are available in a ton of fabrics.Here I have used a black choker with golden studs. I styled the choker in two ways- as a hair accessory and as a neck choker. Using the choker as a hair accessory  adds that extra pinch of bling to your outfit. To put together the whole look  wear ankle length boots and you are ready to dazzle.

“Style is a way of saying who you are without having to speak”

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a mysterious girl