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SO FRESH KICKS!!--The zip-up Nizza Hi and Supra NS 2010 Spring Cuttler

Adidas Originals Nizza Hi “Zip”

 Adidas Originals welcomes the return of The zip-up Nizza Hi. This shoe has been redesigned in four colorways.

 The top of the shoe is mde from synthetic material and is available in grey, navy blue (shown above), red and black. There is a  zipper on the back of the shoe that allows you to take them on and off without touching the laces.

Supra NS 2010 Spring Cuttler

Here at SA2F, we love Supras and we love these! Supra is effectively taking the new and sleek minimalist approach with its brand new Cuttler model, a chill hi-top.  It comes in both leather and canvas is part of Supra’s NS line set to release March 1st, 2010. Definitely a good look for a city dude!

SO FRESH SHOES--CUTE AND AFFORDABLE BOOTIES!!

Since spring is on the way, it is only right that we give you some cute and totally affordable booties that will enhance your style without breaking your wallet.

PeepToe Double Cut Out Bootie (Mandee) $34.00

A cute masculine bootie with a double cut out and double buckle accent at the ankle. The Platform meaures at about .75 inches and the heel is about 3.75 inches.

Peep Toe Suede Belted Bootie (Mandee) $25.49

This suede peep toe bootie features patent detailing at heel and belt accent. It has an interior leg zipper closure. Heel measures at about 2.75.

Peep Toe Workman Bootie (Forever 21) $34.80

Such a sexy take on the workman boot.. With an exposed heel and peep-toe with buckle hardware, this shoe laces up the foot. The shoe zips in the inner foot. Perfect for Spring!

 

Lace Up Cutout Heels (Forever21) $26.80

A pretty basic bootie. It has an open toe design and cutout lace up construction great for a skirt or jeans. Cute zipper closure at the heel.  The heel is over 4 inches!

Of course with the season changingm we will keep you updated on all of the cutest shoes!! Stay Fresh!!!

WHAT WE ARE LISTENING TO AT THE MOMENT--KEVIN COSSOM "Hooks vs. Bridges"

This EP has been out for a minute but we feel like it hasn't seen enough exposure and certainly has not gotten the recognition it deserves. Kevin Cossom is the the Florida-born singer/songwriter known for writing songs like "Knock You Down" by Keri Hilson, the hook for "Usual Suspects" by Rick Ross and the hook for "Go Getta" by Young Jeezy among others. Signed to Jive Records/N.A.R.S (Danja's imprint), he is coming into his own as a singer and believe us he is doing the damn thing with this EP "Hooks vs. Bridges" Download Here . Peep the track listing below and as usual thank us later!

01. She Got A Boyfriend

02. I Dare You (feat. Rick Ross & Lil Jon)

03. Khaled’s Intro

04. Relax (feat. Snoop Dogg)

05. House

06. I Get Paper (feat. Drake)

07. Take The Club Ova (feat. Schife)

08. My Ex (Remix) (feat. Joe Budden)

09. Headboard (Remix) (feat. Plies)

10. Withdrawals

11. Late Night

12. U Know What U Doin (feat. Pusha T)

13. Fell Out Of Love

14. Hang Over My Head

SO FRESH NEWS! THE 2010 CENSUS

We have all heard about the 2010 census and here at SA2F we want to stress the importance of filling it out. We know it seems like this is just another way for the government to monitor us, but in reality it is how they count us and allocate funds. It's easy to be skeptical about this form and its effectiveness, but we have to try and be heard. Its 10 questions and it takes 10 minutes--FILL IT OUT AND BE COUNTED!

Things We Miss--Black Sitcoms of the 80's and 90's

In this age of reality TV, it seems like anyone can get a show about absolutely anything! It gets to the point where you don't know what to watch and half the time we don't want to watch any of it. Here at SA2F we figured we would highlight some of our favortie Black Sitcoms that we loved and we TOTALLY MISS. We are sure you will feel the same about some of our selections.

LIVING SINGLE

The predecessor to  UPN's "Girlfriends," this show had all of the things black women wanted to see. Independent wome, handosme, men and a whole lot of laughter. Each week we tuned in religiously to see the plights of Khadijah, Regine, Sinclaire and Maxine as they navigated their way through life, love and friendship. Needless to say at one point we wanted to be one of them.

THE COSBY SHOW

This show single handedly changed the way Americans and the world looked at black families, and it did so for the better! The Cosby Show chonicled the life of Cliff and Claire Huxtable as they raised their five kids in Brooklyn, NY. Never before had we seen such positive images of African Americans. Each week we got a healthy dose of humor and knowledge on everything from love to life and everything in between.

A DIFFERENT WORLD

A spin off from The Cosby Show, this show was a catalyst for so many of us to go to college! Set on the campus of the fictitional Hillman College, it followed the lives of  black college students in both undergrad and grad life. If ever there was an inspiration for higher education, this was it. Honestly who didn't love the relationship between Whitley and Duane? Or the craziness and transition of Freddie? What about Kim and her type A personality and beautiful singing voice? Once again we weren shown a side of ourselves that was rarely seen on television. Even in syndication, we can still see ourselves in this show.

Comedian Martin Lawrence was not the most well know when he got his own show but that did not stop it from becoming one of the most beloved shows on TV.  Martin, Cole Tommy, Gina and Pam were brought us a hilarious dose of comedic wit every week. Even better Martis Lawrence added charcters (all played by him) that kept the show fresh and funny. There is no way to forget Momma Payne, Dragon Fly Jones, Otis the Security Guard or the infamous Sheneneh

IN LIVING COLOR

Sketch Comedy at its finest. Technically this is not a sitcome but who can forget the show that churned out star after star. Created by Keenan Ivory Wayans, the show created sketches that pushed the enveloped making fun of any and everything (not even Oprah was off limits). There is no doubt that Wayans had an early eye for talent, but you don't have to believe us, just look at who we have now: Jaime Foxx, Jim Carey, Damon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Tommy Davidson, Kim Wayans, David Alan Grier, Jennifer Lopez, Carrie Ann Inaba (Dancing With The Stars), Rosie Perez (Choreograhpher), Paul Mooney (Writer), Marlon Wayans (writer).

These are just a few of the shows that we miss and there are so many more! Stay Tuned for Part 2!

WHITE HOUSE SOCIAL SECRETARY DESIREE ROGERS TO STEP DOWN

Desiree Rogers, the Social Secretary of the White House will be stepping down according to CNN.com

Her office faced issues after an unvited a couple was allowed into President Obama's first state dinner and there were rumors of another unvited guest.

The Obamas released the following statement: "We are enormously grateful to Desiree Rogers for the terrific job she's done as the White House social secretary," "When she took this position, we asked Desiree to help make sure that the White House truly is the People's House, and she did that by welcoming scores of everyday Americans through its doors, from wounded warriors to local schoolchildren to NASCAR drivers."

"She organized hundreds of fun and creative events during her time here, and we will miss her. We thank her again for her service and wish her all the best in her future endeavors."

Rogers, herself said in an e-mail to CNN on Friday, "It has been incredible setting the foundation for the [White House] for this historical presidency. Headed back to private sector."

She summed up her experiences at the White House in another note: "330 events. Halloween for 3,000. Easter egg roll for 30,000. Music series with perfomances and the performers teaching the students during the day. Latin, jazz, country, civil rights

So Fresh--Knowledge-Little Know Black History Facts

So we are nearing the end of Black History Month and there is still so much people don't know about African Americans and their contribution to this country and to the world. In this month we humbly honor those who have given us freedoms and inventions that we honestly cannot live without.  Here at SA2F we want to give you a bit of a history lesson on some lesser know facts about African Americans with the help of Biography.com

Lonnie G. Johnson (1949 - ), an engineer who performed spacecraft system design for NASA, invented the Super Soaker water gun - the number one selling toy in America in 1991

Lewis Howard Latimer invented the carbon filament for light bulbs in 1881.

Andrew Jackson Beard (1849 - 1921) invented the "Jenny Coupler" which allowed train cars to hook themselves together when they are bumped into one another. The device is still used today. **subway riders should appreciate this**

David Crosthwait Jr. (1898 - 1979) an expert on heating, ventilation and air-conditioning, holds 39 U.S. patents and 80 international patents pertaining to heating, refrigeration and temperature regulating systems. Crosthwait created the heating system for New York City's Radio City Music Hall.

Music composer and producer, Quincy Jones is the most Grammy-nominated artist in the history of the awards with 76 nominations and 26 awards.

Wilma Rudolph (1940 -1994) a record breaking track star was born the 20th of 22 children, and stricken with polio as a child. She not only overcame polio but broke world records in three Olympic track events and was the first American woman to win three gold medals at the Olympics (1960).

Maya Angelou's (1928 - ) autobiographical, "I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings" is the first non-fiction work by an African-American woman to make the best-seller list.

Black Swan Records, founded in 1921 by Harry Pace in Harlem, was the first U.S. record label owned and operated by African-Americans. It was originally the Pace Phonograph Corporation and was renamed Black Swan Records after the 19th century opera singer Elizabeth Taylor Greenfield, who was known as the Black Swan.

Here are a few more facts:
 
John Love invented the pencil sharpener in 1897.
 
Thomas L. Jennings (1791 - 1859) was the first African-American to receive a patent in 1821. It was for a dry-cleaning process in 1821. He used the money earned from the patent to purchase relatives out of slavery and support abolitionist causes.
 
Bessie Coleman (1893-1926) was the first licensed African-American pilot in the world. She received aviation instruction in France.
 
The African Free School in New York City was the first free school for African-Americans. It was started by the abolitionist group the New York Manumission Society in 1787.


Matthew Henson (1867-1955) was a part of the first successful U.S. expedition to the North Pole in 1909.

Arthur Ashe (1943 - 1993) was the first African-American to not only be named to the U.S. Davis Cup team in 1963, but to also win the U.S. Open in 1968, to win the men's singles at Wimbledon in 1975, and the first to be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1985.

Alexa Canady became the first female African-American neurosurgeon in the United States. She graduated from medical school in 1975.


Nathaniel Adams Cole “Nat King Cole” (1919 - 1965), a singer, song writer and pianist, was the first African-American to host a national television program, The Nat King Cole Show, in 1956.

Edmonia Lewis (1844? - ?) was the first professional African-American sculptor, often sculpting courageous and inspirational people such as Cleopatra, Phillis Wheatley, President Ulysses S. Grant, etc…

Maurice Ashley ( 1966 - ) is the first and only African-American to be crowned International Grand Master of chess in 1999. He opened the Harlem Chess Center in 1999, where he coaches young chess players.

Charley Pride (1938 - ) is one of the most successful African-American country singers of all time, with a career spanning over 40 years and 36 number one hits. He is also the first African-American to be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2000. Pride was a baseball player with the Negro League and the Memphis Red Sox before becoming a successful musician.


Mark Dean (1957 - ) along with his co-inventor Dennis Moelle created a microcomputer system with bus control means for peripheral processing devices. This invention allows the use of computer plug-ins like disk drives, speakers, scanners, etc...


Jan Ernst Matzeliger (1852 - 1889) invented the Shoe Lasting machine, which connected the upper part of the shoe to the sole, a painstaking process that was usually done by hand. This invention revolutionized the shoe making industry.



For more Black History facts go to Biography.com

So Fresh Shoes "The Helena"

One thing we definitely love here at SoAddicted2Fresh is SHOES. And this boot is DOPE!
First up is the Helena boot from Gucci. It's an open toe leather boot with cut out detail.. It's leather with a back zip closure and a leather sole. The heel measures at 4.1 inches and the platform at 1 inch. It is also available in black.

Chris Brown-"In My Zone" Mixtape

So Chris Breezy has had his share of problems in the past year--there is no denying it. Between Rihanna and "Graffiti" it wasnt hard to start thinking that maybe he should take a break and regroup. Ok, if you thought that, then you thought totally wrong!! His "In My Zone" mixtape is CRAZY!!!  You don't have to believe us. Go to Datpiff.com and Download Here ...by the way, you can thank us later!!

So Fresh Kicks-The 2010 "Air Jordans"

NIKE is back at it with the 2010 Air Jordan. The way other sites are reporting it, as D-Wade's first non-retro or fusion design. The shoe is red and white leather and patent leather and has a clear circular window that was on the original Air Jordan. The highlight on this shoe may be the new re-designed "23" logo on the shoe---pretty FRESH

So Fresh-Shoes "The Quito"

Every woman loves a good Jimmy Choo. This beautiful shoe is the "Quito" sandal. This leather embossed booty is currently only available in black. It is deliciously accentedwith a 4.7 inch heel. But as we all know Mr. Choo isn't cheap. This little darling  will set you back about $1000.00. But isn't it worth it?

Marsha Ambrosius "Yours Truly"

If you don’t know who Marsha Ambrosius is then we swear you are living under a rock! The singer/songwriter behind Floetry’s most famous hits is releasing her solo project via J Records and if you know what we know, you know that we are going to get some amazing music. But till then…take a listen to her “Yours Sincerely” mixtape…its sure to become part of your regular musical rotation! By the way, take a listen to “Glass”–she kills it!

Download it here: http://rapidshare.com/files/353362165/Marsha_Ambrosius_-_Your_Sincerely_Mixtape.rar

TEEDRA MOSES- "THE ROYAL PATIENCE COMPILATION

Ok I am soooo incredibly happy about this!!! Teedra is finally giving us a little something to hold her stans over!!! I absolutely adore her music!! If you want to download it here http://usershare.net/x6dls8jidui5

And if you find yourself wanting to know more about her, check out her site: http://www.teedra-moses.com ">

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