holdhard:Portrait of Joseph (Joey) Needham Mora jr by his uncle F. Luis Mora (1931)(via prepduck) What to Carry on Campus Let’s talk bags - I’m sure you’ve seen many, if not all, of these bags on campus, and with good reason. They’re cute and stylish, yet can fit a surprising number of textbooks too. Today we’ll talk about what bag is best for your needs at school, and what you should be carrying on an at least semi-daily basis in order to succeed!From the ever classic black Jansport to the studded MCM bags, backpacks are back. Your back is probably thanking you right now, because we’ve all suffered through carrying heavy textbooks in the dreaded messenger bags, right? When Two-strapping it, backpacks are, in fact, better for your back, especially if you favor an ergonomically designed one. Most will usually come with a built-in sleeve for your laptop, and roomy pockets negating the need to dig around for your car keys (or bus pass!)All things considered, though, a tote bag might be better bang for your buck.

A sleek leather bag will last you years, from the classroom to the board room. If you have the opportunity, invest in a mid-range purse now, but if you have the extra cash and don’t mind it getting beaten up, a high-end bag could be worth a shot too. billabong laptop backpack philippinesIf you’re working in an office, while taking a full or part time course load, a bag like this will allow you to bring in some homework that you’ll be spending your break time working on.pelican backpack u105Now, what to carry (in addition to your text books, obviously): One or two pouches, for pens and pencils, and makeup for retouching, would not go amiss in your bag. backpack case logic vnb 217Keeping them in a pouch will allow for easy access and will prevent the dreaded lost pen-cap stain on the bottom of your bag.

If you’re forgetful, you should also be carrying a planner, no matter your course load or work schedule. The simple act of writing things down will help the memory process along. If your coursework allows for it, copies of your syllabi are a great idea too. TURKISH WINTER
_{Bilkent UniversityPhotos by Kubilay Sakarya Photos by Emily XieUniversity of GeorgiaGin & Linen looks at three college style faux pas and how to avoid them: Bringing Style back to Collegiate FashionNicole is wearing a Brooks Brothers sweater with a Vineyard Vines headband and Tory Burch tote. The pearl stud earrings and necklace are gifts and family heirlooms, as Nicole thing they should. 250+ ANNIVERSARY
Brown UniversityI had the opportunity to visit Providence, RI whole Brown students were celebrating Brown University’s 250th anniversary on the green.  Check out some of the students below:Ovidia | Brown University Senior Isabel | Brown-RISD dual-degree junior, studying International and Comparative Politics and Illustration.}  

You can check out some of her work here. NINETIES PRINCESS
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Michelle S. | Harvard LawPreviously featured when she was an undergraduate at Duke University, Michelle is now a 3L student at Harvard Law. While working in DC this summer, she was photographed by Britt Nelson at Citizens of DC. BACK TO CAMPUS
Pic Magazine | 1948Back to Campus Vintage Edition | PIC Magazine 1948 via Art of Manliness TASSLES
Nanyang UniversityPhotos by YumeiDuke UniversityPhotos by Shayan Asadi GATSBY
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Praveen | Harvard University“I’m here to study philosophy and economics, but I think the way the education system works is flawed—it teaches people what to think, not how to think. It teaches them how to follow models. I also work in advertising. When hiring, employers are often interested in a candidate’s degrees and qualifications.}

But if I were recruiting someone, I would be more interested in how they think, not what they’ve studied. In my view, what you should learn at a university is critical, lateral thinking, then we’ll teach you what to do when you come to the job. “That’s why studying philosophy is so important. It teaches you not what to think, but how to think. Unfortunately, society today doesn’t value philosophy and the humanities the way it did 100–200 years ago. The people who get paid the most are accountants, economists, and bankers, not artists, thinkers, and creators. I think the world is slowly changing, however, and we’re starting to recognize that creative people are also really important.““So I’m more interested in a fresher way of thinking to break the models. The way I see it, a rule is not a rule if it can be broken. Even what I’m wearing today is an example of breaking the rules: nobody wears shorts this short anymore, even though originally shorts were meant to be short.

If you look at everyone around, you’ll see that they’re actually wearing half-pants, not shorts. They’re doing it because everyone else is doing it, and they follow like sheep. It’s important to do something because you want to do it. I want to wear shorts—even when everyone else is wearing half pants. I think when you don’t follow everyone else’s rules, it gives much more essence to your life.”Photo by Portraits of Boston HIGH TEA
_{Lexi & Luke | Phillips Exeter AcademySeniors Lexi and Luke dressed up for tea at Amen Hall. Photo by The Exeter Dress CodeThe art of ukay-ukay or thrift store shopping is an art that can only truly be mastered through cultivated time and patience. As its name suggests, it involves the arduous task of having to rummaging through racks and racks of pre-loved clothing in often hot and dusty confined spaces. But as any thrifter would know, the satisfaction of finding the perfect look for less makes it worth it all so we’ve compiled our top five favorites ukay spots in the Metro.}

At the intersection of EDSA and Taft is the Pasay Rotonda, which houses one of the branches of Ukay Ukay Wagwagan among other ukay stores. Apart from its accessible location via LRT and MRT, this store in particular is a must-go because prices are lowered weekly until the items are sold, simultaneously replaced with stocks of items. If you’re lucky, you may find the piece that you’ve been looking for sold for merely 10 pesos. Situated along Don Chino Roces Avenue in the center of Makati, Makati Cinema Square is a treasure trove of affordable yet stylish finds. Here, you are saved from the usual musty smell of ukay-ukays as all two floors of the building are air-conditioned. As it is located in the heart of the city just across Little Tokyo, the prices are higher compared to other ukays. Fortunately, every now and then a sale is held in which selected stores sell their clothes for 20 pesos only. Cubao is one of the more popular destination for thrifting as it is sprawling with ukays, but you simply cannot call it a day without having gone to Anonas Mall.

Beside the Anonas LRT Station, it stands four floors high, packed with everything from vintage dresses to shoes and toys. It’ll probably take a couple hours to carefully sift  through the racks of clothes, but it’ll be worth it because the more you buy at once, the bigger the discount. If you’re the type who likes to take breaks in between shopping, then Starmall Alabang located along South Super Highway is the perfect place for you to ukay. It’s like any other mall, with its cinema and food outlets, but it’s also known for its ground floor which is packed with ukay stores. There are at least 14 ukay shops alone within the mall and many more just outside. Expect to spend a whole day browsing to find what you’re looking for. Just two stores down from Olivarez Plaza in Tagaytay Junction, is a warehouse-like ukay store simply called UKAY-UKAY. Everything from second hand bags to branded shoes and clothing ranging from jackets to spaghetti straps can be found here, and conveniently organized into easily identifiable sections.