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Shahrzard Rezvani


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Students Tote Textbooks in Style

What used to be an efficient device for lugging around a day's worth of textbooks has become an element of style. With the introduction of the messenger and sling-style bags, combined with redesigned two-strap backpacks, backpacks are being customized for stylish and technological appeal. "I don't use it for function, only for fashion," said Kathy Nawabi, a junior from Durham, of her messenger bag. Nawabi's backpack is decorated with a colorful array of Chinese characters, symbol and pictures.

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