by Sheena Sood Singer-songwriter Asa (pronounced "Asha") was born in Paris and raised in Lagos. "Lagos is the New York of Nigeria. If you want to get anywhere in music, that's where you'll find the best opportunities, as well as the worst pitfalls," she writes. In her twenties Asa returned to Paris and pursued a career an as artist. Bringing together the best of Western …
by Sheena Sood Brooklyn fashionistas might be familiar with Harriet's Alter Ego, a women-run Brooklyn boutique. It opened eight years ago and continues to showcase clothing collections and one-of-a-kind pieces made by owners Hekima Hapa and Ngozi Odita . The back of the store also houses a small art gallery showcasing monthly exhibits by emerging artists. Next week artist Nathaniel M. Quinn will put up …
by Sheena Sood While New York fashion designers Fresh patterns like stripes, zig-zags, and polka dots are also available in the same 45 hues. Those who aren’t afraid of an intense color statement can try the unique “Splash Color†tights (pictured), which have a vibrant tie-dyed-splashed-paint effect. We Love Colors offers plus-sized tights, knee and thigh-highs, fishnets, gloves, mini-dresses, leotards, and styles for men and …
