FREEDOM STAR



Hello! My name is Sahar Pazirandeh... to keep it short, I am a people & WOMEN empowerment junkie. Actualizing my dreams in New York City, often in Colorado and Florida - consulting other entrepreneurs, artists and organization to do the same.

Fashionlanthropist mentoring and creating with teens through credit-earning fashion programs I developed. Who says learning isn't chic?

And when I'm not engulfed in all of this I help fundraise (grant writer & events) for non-profits, including public schools.


Thank you for stopping by, hope to meet you soon. ~Sahar


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www.freedomstaronline.com

www.freeyourstar.org

Twitter: FreedomStar2Day

December 11, 2010

Freedom Star Mentorship Presents...

Invigorating the entrepreneurial spirit in high school students is important to Freedom Star - so is building community. This semester Freedom Star high school interns from Frances Perkins Academy had a chance to collaborate with Academy of Urban Planning. Press play to see more!

July 29, 2010

Freedom Star Accessories Summer/ Fall 2010

Back when Freedom Star was just a bunch of ideas floating around, I always said I wanted to use my friends as models. Real people, of all flavors doing their thing. I'm fortunate to have friends that are beautiful from the inside out.


March 16, 2010

Freedom Star Mentorship Presents...

Frances Perkins Academy Fashion Show!

Eight freshman and sophomores from FPA: Angela, Celeta, Destiny, Sha'Keiya, Christian, Javier, Jelani and Kyle are Freedom Star Mentee's. Together we will plan, produce and execute an exciting fashion show on June 4th at 50 Bedford Ave in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

It is going to be so much more than fashion, check out our web site and follow us on twitter and facebook to hear the latest news!!

February 28, 2010

GG stylist Eric Daman "always a lil' sugar always a lil' spice!"


Stylist Eric Daman and Michael Paladino share their input on how to wear Freedom Star Accessories safety pin bracelet.


Go ahead girl, take the sugar out of that dress!
www.freedomstaronline.com


*Turn up your volume, original sound recorded low

February 25, 2010

Proenza Schouler & Alexander Wang Fall 2010


I don't often find myself in a preppy mood unless it has a little edge to it. I am however in love with mixing in suit pieces that have a little peek a boo skin - anything that is generally considered a masculine cut. Jack, Lazaro and Alexander I want to wear your clothes RIGHT NOW! Thank you for creating such beautiful garments.


Style it up with a Freedom Star big link necklace and bracelet or my new safety-pin rock girl collection. See freedomstaronline.com for more.







February 20, 2010

Redress NYC: Vintage & Resale, Size 14+


Redress NYC in Boerum Hill, Brooklyn offers voluptuous women in New York a one-stop-shop for vintage and confidence. Owner,
Deb Malkin, celebrated her one year anniversary in November. When I sat down with her this week she shared, " even in a soft economy Redress has been doing remarkably well."

It's really no surprise, I was in the store just 15 minutes before sitting down with Deb, and I was already in love with three purses. This situation would usually cause a dilemma - especially since we are all trying to save a bit more - but not at Redress. I bought all three purses for around $40! Deb says "You could style an entire Redress outfit for under $100, $50 if you look for the bargains!"

When you're done finding your next outfit enter Redress model search for an editorial in Plus Model Magazine or stay for a holistic class with a health every size activist.

A visit to Redress will leave you feeling empowered in your wallet, closet and heart. 109 Boerum Place, Brooklyn. www.redressnyc.com

You can see footage from my visit below or read more at ww.madisonplus.com.

Sahar

February 19, 2010

Gossip Girl Stylist Eric Daman meets Freedom Star

What do you get when you mix down-to-earth, creative freedom, and super model over night?

Emmy award winning stylist / costume designer for
Sex and The City, Gossip Girl, all while spreading his creativity on countless independent films -
Eric Daman.

It was an honor to meet him tonight where he used Freedom Star Accessories to demonstrate how to get that uptown chic with a downtown twist he is oh-so famous for.

Watch style tips from Eric himself as he pairs Sariah dresses with Freedom Star watch necklace, black rose bracelet and black feather necklace.

January 26, 2010

Tenae was right...

...when she said we learned from each other. Freedom Star Mentoring officially launched this month. Last semester Tenae and Chelsea became the first young ladies to experience mentorship and internship through Freedom Star.

Some of our accomplishments included increasing Freedom Star's web presence, planning and executing a very successful Inaugural Unity Ball.

Freedom Star collaboration with Soulseye Productions will have footage of the event featuring Edyta Sliwinska from Dancing With The Stars.

The inspiration of our accomplishments had me thinking bigger and more fashion. Freedom Star Mentorship is now offering Fashion Show Productions Internship Program. Eight to ten high school students will create, plan and put on a fashion show. Proceeds from the event will benefit a cause or program the group decides on collectively. From stylists, event planners, producers to set designers everyone will have something fantastic to contribute. Pictures and video coming soon.

Mentoring is my true passion. I love watching the moment when inspiration is ignited, and a young woman/man realizes the next step to shaping her/his future. It's a process that is quite addicting. Speaking of...

My ambassador duties with Jarluxe have officially begun. On Saturday's I have the opportunity to spend time with the young ladies and gentlemen from Bronx High School of Visual Arts. We spend Saturday morning learning and creating, while preparing these smart and dedicated students to be Fashion's next Executives.


Inaugural Unity Ball presented by NY Partner Dance, organized by Freedom Star.


January 11, 2010

I am a Global Citizen


Global Citizen. Those two words sound so beautiful to me, mostly because of my experience as an immigrant. I've never felt completely at home anywhere since my family uprooted from Iran early in life. Seven years in New York, and the mish-mosh of cultures all forced to live together feels the most welcoming.

Chris Wilson and his wife, Nubia DuVall are the super powers behind the Global Citizen Project. The opening ceremony this past weekend was a surreal experience for me.

Seven immigrants were interviewed by Nubia DuVall, who translated each story into eloquently written pieces that hung below Chris Wilson's remarkable paintings. For my particular portrait we met at a restaurant in Union Square. Lighting inside was too dark for photographs - which is what each portrait Chris paints is based off of. We head outside where he takes a snap shot of me acting silly to get comfortable in front of the camera.

Apparently it only took an hour for Chris to decide on that particular photograph. For me it was an honor to just be able to share my story. I hope it inspires others to reach for their star. For more information see www.paintwilson.com


Chris Wilson, Painter (right)
Laura, Global Citizen (left and in portrait)


January 7, 2010

To Change Humanity You Must Start With A GIRL

Freedom Star Necklaces at Fashion Denver's New Location.


1070 Bannock
Denver, CO




Necklace that drapes around your waist to make even the most drab winter turtle neck look fantastic. $40
















Black and Whit Big Link Necklace with metal chain. Go ahead get a little tough around the edges...still looks cute. For my bold girls. $25