Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Selita Ebanks Partners With Shine On Sierra Leone

I recently learned about the non-profit organization, Shine On Sierra Leone (SOSL), founded by Tiffany Persons. 
The organization focuses on building schools, educational programs for children and adults, sustainable development and the Birthright Healthcare program, among others.  The Birthright Healthcare program aims to help reduce infant and mortality rates amongst women during maternal care. In fact, supermodel, Selita Ebanks, launched the healthcare program for SOSL. When the supermodel ambassador was a contestant on Celebrity Apprentice, she won $20,000 and used the total amount to open a maternal ward that will offer free maternal care and postnatal care. Amaazing!
She tells Star magazine, "When you hear 400,000 women die from pregnancy or childbirth, it's almost insane.  I want to build a hospital and help rehabilitate the hospitals there."
I am very proud to say I am from Sierra Leone and it saddens me that many women and children die from unsterile conditions, and the lack of postnatal care or instructions. There are so many different issues relating to this small country in West Africa, and these brutal statistics are a constant reminder of how grateful I am for my birth AND life in the U.S.
You can also help save Sierra Leone's mothers and babies by donating here.
Supermodel, Selita Ebanks, and SOSL founder, Tiffany Parsons.
photo credit: shineonsierraleone.org

To learn more about Shine On Sierra Leone, click here.  
:) Genevia 

Stylishly Yours



Check out my 'Stylishly Yours' feature HERE on Gidilounge.com!! I did this a few weeks back and I am super excited about the way it came out!





Sadexx

Monday, March 28, 2011

Happy Birthday Genevia!!


Yesterday was Genevia's Birthday!! I came home to celebrate with some friends and Riesling as we played games and sang karaoke into the wee hours of the morning. Later we headed out for dinner at Ping Pong for Dim Sum and flowering tea.


Bolero & Bag:Vintage; Top: H&M; Pants: Zara; Shoes: Micheal Kors; Rings;Earrings: Thrifted; Necklace: Madewell








Top&Faux Fur: H&M; Pants: Zara; Shoes: Nine West; Necklace&Clutch: F21; Rings: Mathew Izzo



Happy Birthday to my partner in crime :D You are fabulous in every sense of the word and I am blessed to have you as a friend. Like we always say WE ARE WHAT'S NEXT!

Love Ya,
LEADA




Sadexx

Friday, March 25, 2011

Fashion Bombshell of the Week Face-Off

Hey guys!! Make sure you cast your vote for me HERE as the Fashion Bombshell of the Week on fashionbombdaily.com!! Thanks for all the support!!


Sadexx

Thursday, March 24, 2011

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

R.I.P. Elizabeth Taylor

Today we mourn the loss of a true fashion icon. Infamous for her many marriages, diamonds, and cleavage, Elizabeth Taylor was absolutely fearless.



"an icon in the absolute truest sense of the word, HAS ENTERED IMMORTALITY. RIP to the most beautiful woman in the world" -Derek Blasberg



Her words define our blog:

"The problem with people who have no vices is that generally, you can be pretty sure that they’re going to have some pretty annoying virtues." – Elizabeth Taylor



 
 
Sadexx
 
 
Source: Cut Blog

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

"I cheated on my fears,
broke up with my doubts,
got engaged to my faith and now I’m marrying my dreams"






 
Sadexx

Sunday, March 20, 2011

Taste of Africa At PSU

Yesterday, I was delighted to attend the African Student Association's "Taste of Africa 2011 Presents Safari Couture" at Pennsylvania State University, Altoona Campus 
(my cousin, Sherica, and her best friends Sheila & Nicolette are on ASA's E-board)!
A few of the faculty members played West African rhythm beats via drums and there were many performances by PSU dance groups both African and contemporary inspired. A few singers, poets and skits played parts in the show as well.  The intermission allowed us to inhale a sample taste of many popular African dishes like plantains and joloff rice.  
The finale: Safari Couture Fashion Show.  
I was really impressed by the many outfits that were modeled. Beautiful!  They were modern, stylish, fun, flirty, and best of all, African!  I had many favorites, some of which can not be shown because of the terrible photo quality.  I will be investing in a more professional camera soon...
Here are some of the "clearest" photos taken...sorry for the quality.
Couture clothing made by Maryland-based designer Côté Minou:
 My cousin and I
Sheila & Sherica
Nicolette & Sherica

Outfits on Sheila, Nicolette and Sherica were made by Maryland-based designer ED Rocks Idia Fashion Rocks. 



:) Genevia

First Day of Spring

The weather down here is a bit nippy for it being the first day of spring. Nonetheless, it was still an easy, breezy Sunday! I went to church and afterward, my aunt and I had a reception-brunch for our birthday days downstairs!
 blouse & trousers; vintage, shoes; marni, clutch; thrift, rings; h&m and philly street market, bracelet; john hardy



:) Genevia

Friday, March 18, 2011

Rittenhouse Square

Today is my bestie's bday (Happy Birthday Sho), so of course we made our way downtown for lunch&shopping. The weather was absolutely gorgeous so we enjoyed every minute!

Headband&T-shirt: F21, Sunglasses: Dolce&Gabanna, Denim: James Jeans, Wedges: Aldo

Our celebration has just begun...we are heading to Atlantic City
 tomorrow for a weekend of fun!


Have a great weekend :D




Devon Seafood Grill
245 N 18th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103



Sadexx

Thursday, March 17, 2011

Spring Into Spring With These Trends!


Wool and the Gang cotton sweater
$175 - net-a-porter.com

Miu Miu trench coat
$1,295 - net-a-porter.com

Miss Selfridge maxi skirt
45 GBP - missselfridge.com

DKNY cropped pants
$195 - net-a-porter.com

A L C silk short
$194 - barneys.com

Giuseppe Zanotti high heel clog
$750 - shopzoeonline.com


Rope bracelet
$350 - alexisbittar.com

Chain earring
$275 - alexisbittar.com

Givenchy sunglass
98 GBP - sunglasses-shop.co.uk


:) Genevia

New Listings: Shop Vice...As If on Etsy

New items have been added to www.viceasif.etsy.com ! 
Join our site at the bottom of this page and be eligible to receive prize giveaways and coupon codes to shop on-line.
Below is one of my favorite pieces in the store so far!
More items will be added soon! Visit www.twitter.com/viceasif or @GeneviaMarie for new listings and updates!
Happy shopping and thank you for checking us out!


:) Genevia 

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

"They say anything is possible, you gotta dream like you’ve never seen obstacles"

-J.Cole
 
 
Sadexx

Monday, March 14, 2011

I Need An Escalator

Took some quick pics of my outfit that I wore to an early dinner with friends last week.
 We headed to this underground mexican resturant with amazing food at a great price!




Blazer: Vintage, Scarf&Tank: H&M, Necklace: F21, Watch: Nixon, Jeans: Citizens, Shoes: Steve Madden, Sunglasses: Chloe, Bag: Givenchy

The burritos were delish! I dare to say they were even better than chipotle's :D
Of course we had to try their peach margaritas!



Our hearts and prayers go out to all those affected by the natural disaster that took place in Japan last week. God Bless.



El Camino Real
1040 N 2nd St.
Philadelphia, PA 19123




Sadexx
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