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Coming to you from the very heart of Chalakudy are the final collections of 15 graduating fashion technology students. This show marks the culmination of three years’ study and each collection is original and individual, representing the designer’s personal design philosophy.These students of Fashion Design come to study in NCIT from all over the country, and their alumni work in rewarding fashion careers in and out of India. Many of the students started their degrees without sewing or design skills and their creative, contemporary collections show the strong awareness of modern fashion they have worked hard to develop in just three years of study.The show reflects the international nature of the students and varied design influences comes from a wide variety of concepts.

1. HARIDA – The historical link between India and Thailand antedates the arrival of Hindu-Buddhist elements in Thai society.  ‘Buddhism’ is the spiritual bond that knots India & Thailand. Buddhism Propagated in Thailand in the 3rd Century B.C. by Buddhist monks sent by King Asoka, it was adopted as the state religion of Thailand and has ruled the hearts and minds of Thais ever since.The collection is an inspiration from the Indo-Thai devotional knot – Buddhism.We lay down before you THE DEVOTIC KNOT.

2. AKHILA – Harajuku as it is now traces its root to the end of World War II. U.S. soldiers and their families began to occupy the area known as Harajuku. It became an area where curious young people flocked to experience a different culture.The fashion styles of youths in Harajuku Street rarely conform to one particular style and are usually a mesh of many.This fashion infuses multiple looks and styles to create a unique form of dress.We present before you the Harajuku Street.. ROCK & ROLL.

3. SUMI – Ashbury and Pusher Street – the dominant place of Hippies, situated in America were ruled by regiment during the period up to 1960’s. The street was a melting pot of music, sex, art and politics. Here the club wear collection is created by clubbing the characteristics of hippie style and military style. Camouflage – THE REAL BLEND OF NATURE.

4. NEETHU.J – Mod was a lifestyle based around fashion and music that developed in London in the late 1950s. People who followed this lifestyle were known as mods. “Modism is clean living under difficult circumstances”. The collection is an inspiration from the energy and vibrancy of the mod culture. Laying down before you the MODE OF MOD.

5. UMA – Crystal balls have gained a very important place in the practice of the occult beliefs. These balls are believed to be a medium through which some people can see events that others cannot. In the media, crystal balls have been depicted to show the past, the present as well as the future, but always the vision seen in the crystal ball is unknown to the person seeing it. The vision is always a revelation. Laying down before you crystal gazers REVELATION.

6. JENCY – A great costume to wear for Halloween or any dress up event is a cowgirl outfit. Look like you’ve stepped right out of the Wild West and have fun dancing the night away.A cowgirl did not exist in the Wild West times as far as being specified as a female. Ladies did work ‘out on the range’ but would have worn exactly the same as the men.Strong, bold, confident, Rough & tough …. Nothing could stop them.Presenting before you the COW GIRLS… BOLD, BLUNT AND BEYOND.

7. DEEPA – One of the most visible aspects of Las Vegas cityscape is its use of dramatic architecture.Its wide aisles, bright atmosphere…  a walk down the strip will wow the visitor. The strip is a nickname for the street named Las Vegas Boulevard, and is ground zero for the hot shows, wild nightlife, luxurious hotels, and exciting casinos; in short it’s all about loosing and gaining. We reveal before you “A SPARKLING NIGHT IN LAS VEGAS”.

7. SAGEETHA – One of the most popular cos-play trends amongst anime lovers is the Gothic Lolita look, a trend which began as early as 1999 and became famous among female teens. The main giveaway of this trend is baby doll costumes in white, with red hues or any bold colors mixed with Gothic accessories. Lolita a subculture originating in Japan primarily influenced by Victorian clothing as well as costumes from the rococo period. Lolita fashion allows the girl to feel young, Cute, beautiful or off-limits. Lolita’s are of different styles gothic, punk, classic & sweet. Laying down before you GOTHICS & SWEET LOLITAS.

9. ALIN – Caribbean fashion Described by British Vogue as “one of the important new trends in world fashion,” Take off the Bob Marley T-shirt. Hang up the guayabera. Above all, stop looking like a tourist, says the Caribbean street fashion. A lot of brocades, denims, little skirts, jacket-type things. It’s more casual day wear, flowing cotton and silks, “They design for themselves.”We present before you the Caribbean street… Pirate’s style… Emulating FUSION WEAR.

10. NEETHU.MJ – ‘Raqzameen’ The land of dancers. The theme arises from the Indian nomads- Banjarans or Lambadis originated in the Jodhpur & Jaisalmier desert areas of Rajasthan. Presenting before you the COLORFUL BANJARANS with a touch of western essence.

11. REMYA – Argyle is a familiar pattern that is most popular in the wildly popular argyle socks and argyle sweaters, consisting of layers of overlapping diamonds and crisscrossing lines that create the illusion of three dimensions. Although the original origins of the argyle pattern are not completely clear, one thing is for certain argyle is here to stay in fashion, design, and pop culture. We present before you MAGIC OF GEOMETRY.

12. STEFFY – Cyber Goth is a subculture that derives from elements of cyberpunk, Goth, raver, and riveted fashion. Cyber Goths are truly the antithesis of all that is Goth. They like bright neon colors, worship futurism and technology, and listen to dance music. Cyber Goths are the most conspicuous ones in the club with their insane pony falls, goggles, futuristic rave-inspired clothing, towering New Rock platforms, and miscellaneous glowing bits and pieces. Laying down before you GOTHIC GUSTO.

13. ANJALI – Barkhor Street located in the old area of Lhasa City, Tibet, Built to encircle the famous Jokhang Monastery in Lhasa. Barkhor Street is a place full of religious atmosphere and a world of exotic articles. The collection is an inspiration from the colorful street of barkhor. We lay down before you BARKHOR STREET…  The WINDOW OF TIBET.
14. ANUPA – The traditional Spanish dress is often associated with Flamenco, originating from the gypsy culture in Andalusia in the south of Spain. Yet as a style city, Madrid, and indeed Spain, is breaking away from its stereotype of ruffled dresses and setting its own fashion agenda. It might be the dark horse of the fashion race, but Spanish dress can more than hold its own, in the style arena…be it the high street or haute couture. Presenting before you the … MESMERIZING PLAY OF ELAGANCE.

15. NEETHU.EM – Fashion is a form of self-expression. It’s all about experimenting with looks and, in many cases, attracting attention. The Islamic headscarf, or hijab, is exactly the opposite. It’s about modesty and attracting as little attention as possible. Fashion is about expression and this is a legitimate part of Islam. The hijabi street fashion with her gown trailing after her in the ground. We lay before you WRAPPED UP IN STYLE – The HIJAB FASHION.

This year’s World Cup is the 19th to be held and will mesmerize football lovers and other sports enthusiasts alike for a whole month. This is the first WC to be held on African soil, so it is also historic in many terms. This years tournament is sure to boast of a WC that is entertaining, more competitive and adrenaline-pumping, with more teams emerging as serious contenders. Drama, excitement, emotions and more fill the competition, with players hoping to do their country proud and lift one of history’s most prized laurels; to lift the World Cup for their country.

The 32 nations that qualified for the prestigious event are

Europe: Holland, England, Spain, Germany, Denmark, Serbia, Italy, Switzerland, Slovakia , Greece, Slovenia, Portugal , France.

Asia: Japan, Australia, South Korea, North Korea.

Africa: South Africa (as hosts), Ghana, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Cameroon, Algeria .

South America: Brazil, Paraguay, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay.

North/Central America: Mexico, United States, Honduras.

Oceania: New Zealand.

The top four favorites to win the World Cup this year are, Spain, Brazil, England and Argentina.

Although of which the clear favorites are the 2008 Euro Winners, Spain just seems to swat their opponents away like flies. With a nearly unblemished record with Spain sharing a record undefeated run of 35 consecutive matches with Brazil, this might be Spain’s year to lift the cup.
Boasting of some of the best players like Iker Casillas, David Villa,Fernando Torres, Xavi Hernández, Andrés Iniesta and many more they are a force to reckon. Precise flicks and passes adorn their play-field, goals are but a fancy for them, but Spanish’s fans have their fingers crossed on hoping that their team’s steam does not fizzle out like before on the World Cup stage.

Brazil is where Football is truly played with magic. The flicks, the step-overs, the fakes, no one does it better than the Brazilians in such numbers. Technical skill is something that is something that comes naturally to them. Five time winners and a true dominating force. With players like Luís Fabiano, Júlio César and Kaká brazil is sure to deliver thrilling and highly entertaining football. If they play their cards right, 2010 can be the year where they add a 6th to their kitty.

England the under-achievers where the game ironically has its modern roots from, with the first ever written evidence of a football match held as early as 1170. With only one World Cup to testify their prowess, England has ever failed since 1966 to win any further WC’s. Under Fabio Capello though England has put behind their miserable Euro 08 failures and marched solidly en-route to South Africa.

With their enigmatic powerhouse of a striker, one of the best in the world, Manchester United’s Wayne Rooney, has a whole nation’s hopes lie upon his shoulders.England has always had problems at the national level even having some of the best talents, largely due to the animosity through the ranks because of club differences.England can boast of one of the best Midfield pair in Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard. This can be their year.

Argentina is one of the most successful football teams in the world. Winning two World Cups in its history and having Diego Maradona one of World’s most legendary players who had lead them to their second successful WC as their current coach. Maradona is now managing the national team hoping to lead them to victory.It should be no mean feat considering the man’s track record and the resources he has at his disposal. Barcelona’s Lionel Messi has won all that can be won at a club, being the 2009 FIFA World Player of the Year, a mean scoring machine, the ball may seem glued to his feet. Sadly the only complaints against him is that he hasn’t been able to emulate his club form in the international stage. If he can find his bearings this year, along with the work-horse of player, Manchester City’s Carlos Tévez and Real Madrid’s hot striker Gonzalo Higuaín Argentina might be able to edge through.

Other hopeful contenders are Italy, Germany, Netherlands, Ivory Coast, France and Portugal.

India being a cricket nation may not share the same celebratory mood as the rest of the footballing nations, but several pockets of football fanatics exist across the nation, mostly around the east and south. Kerala is major football loving nation with north Kerala districts being major fanatics.

Our Kochi has a mad passion for the game, where each area within the city and its edges having its own football ‘club’ and lovers dedicated to a sect of international football. Fort Kochi is one of the places that Kochiites consider a major haven for footballers. But sadly this year’s World Cup is not met with the similar enthusiasm it used to get in the past. Although Football posters and cutouts adorn parts of the city and several public screening halls have been set up by local communities, the city largely does not share the same indulgence. It would have been wonderful to see the City Officials set up public screening forums as we have many open and large spaces for such activities (which otherwise acts hosts to religious meeting and political rallies).
A sport such as football which brings people together setting aside all social differences should actually be promoted in such times of low social harmony of want of social interaction with your fellow man. And unlike any other events, this is the World Cup, the pinnacle highest of all sporting and global events.

Don’t let that dampen your moods though, get some friends together, a couple of munchies and a few bottles of beer and viola!-World Cup ambiance and if anyone of you have a wide-screen LCD screens even better!

1)There are several hotels in the city offering live screening of the matches, with drinks and snacks at special World Cup rates. Try the Ava Lounge at Dream, the Le Meridian, the Gokulam Park Inn or the Renaissance Hotel. Your local community is bound to set up a public viewing area as it is common to see such initiatives from local neighborhoods.
2)If not why take up the initiative on your own, get along a few friends, set up a viewing area,spread the fever. Rivalry is fun, bashing each others team, cheering and shouting for yours, highlighting your team’s strengths and your rival’s team’s weakness’s, the fun never ends, but always remember to stick to the fun part and let it not edge over a particular ‘boiling’ point.
3)Add color to the festivities by getting flags and replica jersey’s of your favored nation, go search online for chants and songs (remember to do that in a crowd with people to sing along with, you don’t want to make a fool out of yourself either), wear clothes that resembles your national colors and so forth.

The more livid and whacky the ideas can get the more the fun it is, don’t let your environs hamper your ability to have fun, go ahead let the World Cup Fever get hold of you!

Get your match schedule and fixtures at the FIFA website.

This week Sunday Breezers will feature Gods Own DJs, DJ Abhiram and DJ Vineeth. The duo are experts in Electronic Dance Music (EDM) landed the name Gods Own DJs during the days the two had special electronic nights in Glow. Amazed by the duo’s playing on such a night, the crowd unanimously gave them the title. Warming up the crowd for the masters will be the host of the night DJ Arvee.

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Make a Difference(MAD) is an organization of young people working with underprivileged children to provide them with quality education. MAD was started in 2006 in Kochi when three college students got together to teach English to children in an orphanage. The concept quickly gained ground and within a short span, MAD developed into an organized network providing an easy platform for college students and young professionals to reach out and make a difference.

MAD volunteers believe in bridging the gap in society through education; to make a difference in the lives of thousands of children in street shelters, poor homes, and other child-support establishments. MAD’s volunteers work towards providing these children with quality education to empower them to take control of their lives and follow their dreams. The MAD syllabus focuses on life skills through improved communication skills, computer skills and personality development.

Join Us

Make a Difference wants committed individuals to join the cause. MAD Cochin is holding its annual recruitment drive on the 25^th of April. Interested candidates can register at MAD’s website: http://www.makeadiff.in/joinmad.php. Please register on or before 23^rd of this month.