F  L  A  U  N  T

 The saying "don't judge a book by its cover" doesn't apply to everyone or everything. Sometimes you can make an inference without having to explore so deep. Seeing the outstanding work of Leia, an 8-year-old fashion designer and influencer, you can tell she's a born star. From a young age, Leia has accomplished more than most people within her age bracket and beyond. The young fashionista launched her clothing line, House of Monroee, to explore her love for dressing up other girls and making them feel dolled up like a princess. In addition to being a skilled fashionista, Leia also adds a feather to her hat- as a philanthropist. She uses her talent to empower girls everywhere through Leia the Bully Proof Bunny, an online resource to help kids cope with bullying. Leia has consistently given herself to hard work, dedication and talent from a young age. Leia is a testimony to the saying that the apple doesn't fall far from the tree; born in a family of artists and celebrities, Leia inherited a passion for fashion and a flair for the dramatic from her older siblings. Leia is the younger sister of mega rap star Polo G, who emerged as one of the hottest rappers in 2020. Her mom is Stacia Mac, a notable music executive and manager. Leia learned business management concepts early from her mum and brother; this interest and passion for business spurred her to launch her kids' clothing boutique when she was barely 6. Being born into a family such as Leia's has its pecks; on the one hand, it offered her the publicity she needed for her store; nevertheless, this does not undermine the place of her hard work and talent. The budding entrepreneur has been consistent with the quality she puts out there, making The House of Monroee clothing line a fast-rising brand. No doubt, the brand is known for its fun and stylish ideas. From dresses to bow ties and more, the brand always has something for everyone who wants to be stylish but also comfortable at the same time. And now, the young boss lady is unveiling new ventures she believes will revolutionize the industry once again. Leia's vision is to harness her talents and expand her career as an entrepreneur and actress. For the latter, she draws her inspiration from Keke Palmer, Zendaya, CoCo Jones, and other actresses who started young. Leia hopes to create a line that becomes a staple for kids and young adults as a fashion designer. She asserts that "As creative kids, there are not many clothing lines for us and by us." As a result, Leia is more motivated than ever to bridge this gap; moreso, this vision keeps her going even when times are tough. While Lei understands the place of personal success, she puts selflessness above all, as she prioritizes community service development. The young entrepreneur is dedicated to giving back to her community and advancing its welfare. Leia continues to donate a portion of the proceeds of all sales from her boutique to women's and children's shelters in the Atlanta area. Helping others is a cause that she holds very dearly and relentlessly pursues. Through Leia the Bully Proof Bunny and her support to shelters, Leia is committed to improving the lives of every girl she encounters; It is her vision to increase her impact in the coming days and inspire as many young girls as she can.