Most of us come to the colourful and chaotic city called Mumbai, to realise either long-cherished ambitions or new-found dreams. From a cook to an actor to an entrepreneur, it’s a place where people find umpteen possibilities to fulfil their desires. Haven’t we all read reams and reams about the amazing opportunities that are on offer in the city of dreams?

Just like all those dreamers, I came here to pursue my passion for fashion, and to figure out if I have it in me to be a part of this glamorous industry. ’Coz everything from a distance looks dainty and pretty! It has been more than a month since I started my internship here, but honestly, I don’t even have the slightest idea of how my three-month stint will end. When I landed the job, I would keep thinking about hopping from one fashion store to another and putting together head-turning looks on dishy dudes and beautiful babes. But I have realised that I am far from that side of this glamorous world. Being a real stylist means learning to deal with all kinds of people, ignoring Avan’s atrocities, Rohan’s indifference and Sumer’s silly behaviour at work; taking all these lows in my stride and not losing focus from my dream. Initially, of course, these things worked me up, but I have come to understand that it’s part and parcel of professional life.