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“Shop and Mingle” at rena Reborn

November 1, 2012 by findingpaola

On Thursday, October 25, 2012, I collaborated with rena Reborn, one of my favorite little thrift stores in the East Village, for a “shop and mingle” event. My intention was to invite a few friends and anyone who was interested to drink wine, talk, and play dress up. I was hoping for a laid-back atmosphere where everyone could have fun, try on something they liked, and maybe even make a few great purchases. The event also had a raffle where […]

Categories: Free NYC events, Giveaways, My NYC Adventures, Thrift Vintage Finds • Tags: east village, event, nyc, party, Rena Reborn, style, thrift, vintage

Fall weekend style and some October events

October 8, 2012 by findingpaola

A Saturday night in Harlem, I wasn’t going too far, so I settled with comfy burgundy wedges, a black flirty skirt, animal print top, and electric blue blazer. I realize this morning this is the last time this year, I will be able to wear a short skirt without stockings or leggings. Although the temperature has dropped dramatically, there are still some things that keep me excited for the upcoming weeks! It’s the season for charitable events. I’ve been to […]

Categories: Free NYC events, Giveaways, HAITI, Personal Style • Tags: clothing, fall 2012, fashion, flirty skirt, Fresh Water Pop Up Shop, mingle, October 2012, Rena Reborn, shopping event, style

PPAF Haiti Initiatives

September 24, 2012 by findingpaola

On Thursday, October 4th, 2012, I will attend a special event to support the Public-Private Alliance Foundation with their latest Haiti initiatives. I found out about the organization less than two weeks ago and wanted to read more about their goals and objectives before promoting their work. PPAF was created to reduce poverty in third world countries by pushing collaborations between business, community, government, education, and other interests. They have done work in the Dominican Republic and Madagascar. Their latest project […]

Categories: Giveaways, HAITI • Tags: 2012, environment, event, Haiti, Haiti initiative, non-profit, nyc, October 4, Partners against Poverty, poverty in third world countries, PPAF

Hangin’ with Contemporary Negro- And the winner is…

September 3, 2012 by findingpaola

Last Friday, I met with Avi of Contemporary Negro in Union Square to get the prize for the giveaway. It’s always great to people-watch in the square. There’s always so much going on! There was this guy (not homeless or anything) just feeding pigeons peanuts out of his hands. Young kids were dancing to hip hop in one corner, having a great time. I love how lively it is. I’ve known Avi for about eight years, and he is so […]

Categories: Giveaways, MY STYLE, Personal Style • Tags: african head wrap, contemporary negro, natural hair, nyc, personal style, style, turban, Union Square

Contemporary Negro– Free t-shirt giveaway!

August 11, 2012 by findingpaola

No one likes naps as much as I do. I’m not talking about delightful afternoon siestas, I’m referring to the coily/kinky hair I was blessed with. The hair that used to be criticized everyday when I was a child, and teased when I was a teenager. The hair that gets so many people frustrated and leaves so many black women over-sensitive and defensive. The hair that can be one of the most controversial topics on the planet in black culture. The hair that […]

Categories: Giveaways, Personal Style • Tags: 4c, afro, afro beauty, afro hair, black, contemporary negro, cut-up t-shirt, fashion, giveaway, I heart naps, natural hair, red lips, style

New year, new goals and GIVEAWAY!

January 4, 2012 by findingpaola

I gave my boyfriend a New Year’s kiss for the seventh consecutive year at midnight this past Sunday, January 1, 2012. We spent a quiet but fun and interactive New Year’s eve with his and brother’s fiance’s families in New Hampshire. The last thing I wanted to do was a big party in New York. I wanted to start the new year differently and more maturely. I didn’t need the crowded rooms, unnecessary conversations with strangers, and the head-splitting hangover […]

Categories: Giveaways, Sweet, Sweet Memories, U.S. /Outside of NYC • Tags: Empire State Building, New Hampshire, new year resolutions, New Year's Eve, NYC giveaway, NYE 2012, VIP pass, watching the ball drop

Paola… Lost in New York City

A girl from a small town in Haiti leaving her mark in the big city.

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