Being a fashionista isn't my thing, nor is it Powerpuff Blossom's, the character I identify with. Mostly, one would see me in comfortable, mostly formal Indian clothes suited to the ambience I work in, i.e a hospital, while Blossom sticks to her regular set of pinks and reds when she goes to fight criminals.
But there's a girly fashionista side to all of us, all one needs is the event to push you to explore it- so today, I, and my inner Blossom sat down to put together my look for the two important events of our very own Mr. and Ms. IF contest!
~*The Red Carpet Evening Attire*~
How far can Powerpuff Blossom and me go from our favourite red after all? An off shoulder, red corset gown is the pick for the red carpet evening!
Looking for some accessories to match, and looks like these large diamond earrings from Bling are what I need:
A wide diamond bracelet would be next: Time to set up the hair. 
A ponytail with a difference is what I have in mind, as it will give a twist to the all-formal look I'm planning! Also will put in a bit of shine with this hairclip:
Time for the makeup now! Now loud makeup is not something I'm very comfortable with as I use no makeup on a daily basis. Plus the colour of the gown being so striking in itself, I thought I would just focus on highlighting one facial feature, rather than overdoing the makeup and spoiling the whole look! And eyes would be perfect! 
^Keeping the lip colour light here, and focussing on the eyes.
Here's a little something to complete the whole look!
^A bracelet in one hand and a clutch in the other. Perfecto!
Now all I need is a good, comfortable pair of heels. This is one area where the real Blossom wouldn't have had to worry, lol.
And I'm... ready!!! *Blossom approves*
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~*Nazakat and nuances- the traditional evening*~
Both me and my inner Blossom have decided against any repetition of Reds and Pinks, our favourite colours, and instead settled on this:
^^This Manish Malhotra creation with just a bit of pink thrown in is exactly what I needed. I love the work on the dupatta and I shall use it in more or less the same way.
Accessories for the evening- diamond and gold earrings and swarovsky bracelet.
^Anything more would be an overkill considering the outfit is so shimmery in itself.
I'll leave my hair open with a center parting keeping it naturally wavy:
And will be going light on the makeup with just some dull gold and brown eyeshadow and not so bright lip colour.
Ending the look with these beautiful pink and silver stilletoes:
Phew, I'm tired, and so is my inner Blossom! I think neither of us have dressed so much in our lives!
PART 2:
"Name one fictional character [book/movie/show] who is an inspiration to you, and why. Answer in at least 150 words".
I remember I was in Class XIth, preparing for my medical entrance exams when Munnabhai MBBS had released. I was highly inspired by the character of Munnabhai in the movie which emphasized that it is important to be a good person before anything else in life. We do not even realise how much small expressions count in life. A little joke, a little hug, anything which can make people laugh or forget their pain for a moment is worth it- and for me, who is surrounded with people upset, irritated and sad bcos of pain or suffering the whole time, it proved to be an important lesson over time. Patients do not just remember the person who helped them get better, but also the one who helped them feel better. It is important to be not just a doctor, but a healer in the true sense, and empathize with not just your patients, but everyone else around us.
Of course, it is not easy. In government hospitals where there is so much work and frustration, spending quality time consoling and talking to patients is a challenge in itself. But this is a challenge I try to fulfill, sometimes by a quick pat and 'Hi!' as I cross the patient, and sometimes by a quick repartee that makes them smile. Hopefully, with time, I'll get better at it, Munna Bhai style. Kabhi na kabhi toh, Subah hogi Mamu! 😉
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