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April 2013 Africa Unsigned Mixtape

So we're always on the lookout for up-and-coming artists. And we love Africa Unsigned. They are a creative agency that promotes African artists from across the continent. They are based in The Netherlands.  Each month they'll be putting together mixtapes for Zaji.

Be sure to check back and discover some great new artists. This month the mixtape features Muthoni, the Drummer Queen and Neema from Kenya. Rina Mushonga from Zimbabwe has an amazing voice. BCUC from South Africa. Mukoomba and Gregor Salto from Zimbabwe. This first mixtape has a little bit of pop/dance, Afrofusion and some hip hop. It's an eclectic mix.

Show these artists some love and let us know what you think. Each song has an individual link to iTunes where you can purchase/download the songs.

Cheers!

Africa Unsigned April 2013 Mixtape

Chocolate Stilettos by Jean-Paul Hevin

Ok. So it's not the most practical or economical purchase at 58 Euros - but it's a stiletto shoe made of chocolate. Don't you love Paris?

Take a look at this gorgeous and scrumptious stiletto - perfect for a fashionista chocoholic.

Chat with Magatte Wade, CEO and Founder of Beauty Company Tiossan

Check out this quick excerpt from our phone interview with CEO Magatte Wade. Magatte is the founder of beauty company Tiossan. She is bringing ancient Senegalese recipes and merging them with custom-crafted French fragrances.

50% of the proceeds of Tiossan go to build innovative schools in Senegal.

Her larger than life personality has led her to entrepreneurial success and a celebrated speaker at international conferences on entrepreneurship, innovation, and competitiveness. She was named “20 Youngest Power Women in Africa” by Forbes Magazines, a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum at Davos for 2011, and a TED Global Africa Fellow.

Born in Senegal, Magatte moved to Europe at the age of eight, where she flourished as a student, but also as an ambassador for justice and social change.

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Lollipops Paris

Love this French brand. So cute. Check out the laptop bags and purses.

www.lollipopsparis.fr

 

 

DJ Universe - House of Mandela Luxury Mixtape

Ok. So this isn't a French pop mixtape...but you'll love this mixtape by DJ Universe anyway- the world's most expensive DJ. Yeah..too true. He's put together this luxe mix of smooth South African deep house music to get you groovin. Dedicated to Mr. Nelson Mandela.

Listen to some tunes...wrap gifts and bake some Christmas goodies.

Here's to what really matters in life!

Check it out!

Maison Des Reves

The Portuguese countryside makes for a perfect romantic country getaway. The Fall is the best time to head to Europe anyway. Maison Des Reves means House of Dreams. It's time to sit back, relax and dream. You've got to take some time out for life's beautiful pleasures. N'est ce pas?

Maison Des Reves

 

Cool French Girls - Hapasatou Sy

It's funny. It really is a season where Africa is rising. Hapsatou was born in France to a family from Senegal and Mauritania. She studied international business and took a trip to New York City. She got inspired and launched Ethnicia a multi-racial and multi-cultural hair salon in Paris, opening her first one on the Ile Saint Louis. Quite a feat if you know anything about France.

She gave a wonderful talk for TED. Check out her blog and website!
HapsatouSy

Raphaelle H'Limi

Raphaelle H'Limi studied in Italy at Emilio Pucci. She's definitely got this mod thing going on in her collections. It's fun, but quirky and ultimately wearable.

Check it out!

Raphaelle H'Limi Collection

Les Bains Du Marais

 

Of course, all eyes are on London for the Olympics, but I'm a Paris girl hands down. Anyway, this is a beautiful little treasure in the Marais that you'll definitely want to check out. They have baths, a hammam and massage. I've really been getting into natural beauty products - essential oils and lotions this summer. Living in the city you get so used to this artificial environment, you don't realize the goodness that comes from this place we call Earth. Lots of goodness!

There's nothing more luxurious than some sumptuous beautiful oils and gorgeous baths. Hmmm. Life is good!

Les Bains Du Marais Website

 

Style Inspiration

It's summer again. Time is going by fast. I'm really into soft, sheer fabrics. Think the heat has something to do with it. And I'm totally diggin' white, gray and yellow.

Check out more beautiful pics The Simply Luxurious Life