Saturday, September 3, 2016

Limena of the Month: Shaina Louis laglasseslipper founder

A Limena is a common Creole word. A Limena is a woman of style that is smart, well-spoken and very determined. A Limena doesn't settle and knows her worth. She has high standards and is shown by her success.

 After starting her blog, Haitian girl confidential, Shaina wanted another outlet to connect and inspire Haitian women. She submitted her idea to the Clinton Global Intitiave University and was accepted to their conference in Miami, May 2015. Her etsy shop, laglasseslipper is giving Haitian women from her hometown a way to make a living trough selling handmade goods. Her Brand message, my foot is too big for the glass slipper is the idea that women doesn't have to get married to get out of poverty. She is promoting Haitian classic style because her items bring an island vibe to your home. 

"Marchande" fruit vendor inspire painting from her shop                     

 

Dragon fly metal art from her shop





Hand beaded Bracelet from her shop


Caribbean house inspired painting from her shop









All of these items can be purchased at https://www.etsy.com/shop/laglasseslipper

To be featured as Limena of the month, email me at shainalouis68@yahoo.com. All nationalities welcome.