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Measina Samoa have a vision of helping Samoan businesses to increase their markets overseas.  We have just confirmed our latest partnership with Tanoa Samoa. Tanoa Samoa are a Samoan owned clothing company.  They are located in American Samoa as well as in Apia.  We will share with you 5 of the newest products from Tanoa Samoa.  We will be releasing more products in the coming weeks so make sure to watch this space! The first on our list of 5 of the newest products from Tanoa Samoa is the Classic TS Snap Back Cap.  This cap comes in three different...

I took a Pacific literature class one semester during University and we studied books about the Pacific Islands that were written by non-Pacific Islanders, with the exception of one which I discuss later.  I guess at the time it could have been because there were not many well known Pacific Islander authors.  But as a Pacific Islander, it would have been so beneficial for me to study works written by islanders so that there was a more authentic and personal link, that I, as an islander could make, to what I was reading. I will also acknowledge that while there...

A little black dress is a must have in any wardrobe.  Taking the little black dress from casual to formal makes it that much versatile and valuable for anyone! Here is how you can take your little black dress from casual to formal!          

Today we are going to start off with a gorgeous Mahealani pink two piece dress. Then we are going to add our own touches to make it into 5 different looks that will allow you to wear this outfit to various events.   1. Two Piece Dress and Tan Heels By adding a simple pair of tan heels you make this dress be the focus point of your outfit.  This is perfect for birthday parties or on a first date.   2. Denim Jacket and Tan Sandals By adding a denim jacket and some tan sandals you make the dress become...

I grew up in a single parent home.  My mother raised myself and my brother and sister all by herself.  It wasn’t easy growing up in that situation.  I remember as I grew older thinking to myself “I don’t want to be like my mother.”  I didn’t want to struggle. I didn’t want to be tired all the time.  I didn’t want to be a single parent.  Little did I know that you can’t always choose how your life will turn out, no matter how hard you try and how hard you wish for it to be. If you were...