This is the second installment in the 4-part series on student life by Rūta Petersonaitė, a fourth year student of publishing at Vilnius University, who is currently spending this autumn semester in Tartu. Rūta’s first story explored why students chose Tartu as their study destination. Don’t want to miss the coming parts? Subscribe to our blog by email or RSS.
Yves Saint Laurent once said: “Fashions fade, but style is eternal.” Someone else said that style is an expression of individualism mixed with charisma, and that fashion is something that comes after style. I am not completely sure who comes after what and who fades while others stay, but I do know some international students here in Tartu who never fade in a crowd. Each was charming in his or her own way, yet still approachable and willing to have a small chat about style issues.
Every time I travel somewhere, I love to stop for a while and stare at the people to observe their style of walk and talk, the way they are dressed, and what colors they wear. “A waste of time” – you might think, but I believe that it gives you more than just scenery, rather some hints at what a nation is really about. This is why I was so keen on meeting some stylish international students and asking them about their own attitudes regarding style and what they think it means to “be stylish” in their countries:
Diana from Poland: “For me fashion and dress are a way to stand out in the crowd and show that you are different. It’s not just about buying clothes. People can be stylish without spending a lot of money, as you can buy clothes from second-hand shops. It is not a matter of money but a matter of some feeling for fashion and style.
In my opinion, Polish people are becoming more stylish but still aren’t so creative in comparison with western countries. We are trying to build our own style though by not just buying from the main clothing shops like Zara or H&M, but also focusing on vintage shops where you can find unique pieces. We also look for inspiration on the Internet, following style and fashion blogs. Continue reading →
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