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Bye Paris!!

Fashion
Sep 22, 2009184 Comments

Hello from Paris! I'm sitting here in the airport…the only place I've had internet so far. It was broken in our hotel but I guess thats the way life goes sometimes. Why waste a beautiful weekend in Paris worrying about the stupid internet?
The past three days here have been crazy…definitely one of the most amazing trips I've ever taken. I've never been to Paris before and I am sad that my stay here was so brief.  It's just beginning to look like autumn and its absolutely romantic.
The reason I came to Paris was for a fitting at Chanel Haute Couture…I was recently referred by Vogue for an invitation to the Crillon Ball here in Paris in November. It got even more unreal when I was told I was going to be dressed by Chanel. Needless to say, I was simultaneously more excited and more nervous than I have ever been in my life. I still can't believe it happened!
The fitting was yesterday (less than 24 hours ago…I was in the Chanel haute couture fitting room less than 24 hours ago..how crazy is that??) It was like a real life fairy tale…I'm still buzzing from the experience!
I'll tell you more about it later…looks like I have another plane to catch.
Thanks so much for reading..I can't wait to share my pictures with you!
xo Jane

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Comments

  1. Colleen says

    September 22, 2009 at 3:37 am

    je’taime paris! I studied abroad there this past summer and fell in love with the city so I’m dying to go back
    & congratulations on chanel, vogue, you earned it!

    Reply
  2. WJ says

    September 22, 2009 at 3:39 am

    Wow Jane, what can I say, that is absolutely astounding. I mean, it’s the stuff of dreams, Chanel haute couture! You deserve every bit of your success and I’m glad to hear that you had such a great time in Paris (internet or otherwise). Can’t wait to see you post some pictures of your adventures there, and of course your outfit…we are all dying to see just what you look like in it!

    Reply
  3. Stella says

    September 22, 2009 at 3:43 am

    thats fabulously exciting ive been to paris loads but it NEVER gets old………

    Reply
  4. sune says

    September 22, 2009 at 3:44 am

    wow that sounds lovely! you are one lucky girl ahhh so jealous x

    Reply
  5. Daisy says

    September 22, 2009 at 3:54 am

    Paris is beautiful! Your trip must have been so exciting you lucky lady !

    Reply
  6. Wikifashion says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:05 am

    That is so amazing Jane, you are living every girl’s dream. Those Laduree macaroons look divine!

    Reply
  7. Liz says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:07 am

    that is amazing!! I’m so excited for you!! You’re incredibly lucky :)

    Reply
  8. ely says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:09 am

    just amazingness. quickly rising to the top miss jane, and well-deserved at that. keep it up! <3

    Reply
  9. Cadmiumgold says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:18 am

    JANE!That’s so AWESOME!! I’m really happy for you :)

    Reply
  10. syd vicious says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:23 am

    That’s wonderful!

    Reply
  11. klee says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:24 am

    wow, you’re one ultra lucky girl!
    cant wait to see the pictures too :D
    love-decoded.blogspot.com

    Reply
  12. Leanne says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:25 am

    oh wow! i’ve never been to paris, but i would absolutely love to one day!
    i can’t wait to see your photos and hear all your experiences. fitted by chanel— ohmygosh!!! :DDDD

    Reply
  13. EMILIE says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:27 am

    Hey Jane! I love Paris, I’ve lived there for 2 years and worked at CHANEL, Paris is the most beautiful city in the world!
    Your trip must have been amazing! You’re going to the Crillon Ball in november, you’re so lucky!!!!!!!!
    Beautiful pictures, it makes me want to eat some delicious macarons at Ladurée!
    Can’t wait to see all the pictures!!!!!!!!
    Emilie from http://whatshappeninginmyfashionworld.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  14. cati says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:31 am

    crazy! wow youre so lucky.
    cant wait for more info :)
    paris is definitely the pretties city ive ever been to!

    Reply
  15. Cecylia says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:32 am

    Jane, I can’t wait for your fitting pictures!! You are so lucky!

    Reply
  16. mei says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:35 am

    awesome! awesome! awesome!
    you are the luckiest girl in the world!
    x

    Reply
  17. Lilisfashion says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:38 am

    Jeeeesus, you are one lucky girl. It is every girls dream. How amazing. Chanel Couture? Lucky Lucky Lucky…

    Reply
  18. cindrellaundertheumbrella says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:38 am

    OMG, how lucky u r!! Crillon Ball, Chanel Haute Couture dress, Paris, i wish i were you:) W8ing 4 all the details, have fun babe!!
    Cindrella

    Reply
  19. Kim says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:41 am

    You lucky girl! Enjoy the experience and update us with beautiful pictures! :)

    Reply
  20. naiyana says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:42 am

    congratulations jane!

    Reply
  21. Marie says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:50 am

    Ah, lucky you.
    I’ve been to Paris several times, and I every time I see it, I just love it more & more.
    This summer I went there for a month <3.
    Congrats on the Chanel fitting. *smooch*

    Reply
  22. Marion says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:50 am

    Coucou Jane !
    Je suis française et j’ai découvert ton blog dans un magazine de mode français Glamour. Je le regarde de temps en temps, il est vraiment sympa et ton look original.
    Donc je ne peux pas m’empécher de te laisser un commentaire sur cet article étant donné que tu es en France!
    Profites bien de la France et surtout de Paris pour faire du shopping dans les boutiques de haute couture françaises, ce sont les meilleures :)
    Bisous!

    Reply
  23. kirstie says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:52 am

    whoa, that’s amazing! i really don’t think your life could be any more awesome right now.

    Reply
  24. Rina says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:56 am

    Paris magica place where want to come back more and more! :)

    Reply
  25. Mimo (fashion stylist in Paris) says

    September 22, 2009 at 5:05 am

    OH – MY – GOOOOOOOD!

    Reply
  26. alice says

    September 22, 2009 at 5:10 am

    What a lucky girl you are ! Crillon ball, you will be a debutante won’t you ? I am french i live to on hour from paris and i can imagine what feelings it may give to you to came in just a fashionable city like paris. The ball is a little bit old age thing and you will be with aristocrats girls who are not always the most nice because they thought girls from other countries and non aristocrats don’t have the same values as her. ( i know some girls like this). I hope you will find your stuff and enjoy your ball. I hope you ate a lot of macarons.
    Kiss from France.

    Reply
  27. Heloise says

    September 22, 2009 at 5:10 am

    all i can say is.. bitch.
    :D

    Reply
  28. Hélène says

    September 22, 2009 at 5:14 am

    I’m very glad for you, I think that you have been invited for ” le bal des débutantes”, it’s the last and the most beautiful bal in France. It was made for the young european princess to help her finding the Prince Charmant…
    You are really lucky because it’s a real honor to do it, and you can do it only one time in your life.
    You have to take valse lessons…. :o)
    Sorry for my very bad english….
    Kisses from Paris.

    Reply
  29. Brigadeiro says

    September 22, 2009 at 5:21 am

    How absolutely SURREAL!
    xx

    Reply
  30. ediot says

    September 22, 2009 at 5:23 am

    ah- it sounds great. i cant wait to hear/see more-

    Reply
  31. Pearl Westwood says

    September 22, 2009 at 5:25 am

    OMG!!!!! That is like a dream come true!!! Did you meet Karl? Cant wait to hear more, I am so excited for you!!
    http://fashionpearlsofwisdom.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  32. Jen says

    September 22, 2009 at 5:33 am

    Paris is by far my favorite city in the world! Congratulations on this fairytale adventure and can’t wait to see your pictures!

    Reply
  33. Christing says

    September 22, 2009 at 5:36 am

    can’t wait to see your dress! that is really so amazing! congrats!!
    http://fashionhedonism.blogspot.com

    Reply
  34. Emilie says

    September 22, 2009 at 5:50 am

    Oh Jane you came in my country, it’s fabulous!!!
    http://petitetincelle.unblog.fr/

    Reply
  35. Claudia says

    September 22, 2009 at 6:13 am

    Wow you`re so lucky !! Congratulations

    Reply
  36. Cristina says

    September 22, 2009 at 6:26 am

    Oh my lord. I am so jealous. My dream is to go to the Crillon Ball. I follow it like every year and pick at what everyone is wearing. I hope you have a fabulous time!

    Reply
  37. Isabel says

    September 22, 2009 at 6:43 am

    You are ohh soooo lucky!

    Reply
  38. trish says

    September 22, 2009 at 6:56 am

    OMG!! i’m in envy mode! YOU’RE SO LUCKY!!! YOU deserve it JANE!! Can’t wait to see you..

    Reply
  39. thischicksgotstyle says

    September 22, 2009 at 6:58 am

    That’s incredible and congratulations :D
    CHANEL IS DRESSING YOU
    I’m not sure if it gets better:D

    Reply
  40. gennie says

    September 22, 2009 at 6:59 am

    wow wow wow congrats lucky lady!! :)

    Reply
  41. mr. freddy's mom says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:00 am

    oh wow!
    congrats, jane!
    can’t wait to see more photos from your trip!
    http://momfashionworld.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  42. Prêt-à-Porter P says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:01 am

    okay my eyeballs just POPPED OUT OF MY HEAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Reply
  43. Laura says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:04 am

    Sounds brill. Cant wait for the pics.
    Laura
    http://styletease.typepad.co.uk/style_tease/

    Reply
  44. mimi says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:09 am

    invitation to watch or invitation to debut at crillon? debut would solidify your international social status, young lady! how exciting :) :) :)
    either way, it would be rather amazing! im super jealous of chanel haute couture experience!

    Reply
  45. The Photodiarist says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:15 am

    Wow. That is exciting.

    Reply
  46. Katura says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:16 am

    That is wonderful and very exciting! It’s incredible to have that opportunity, take in every moment!!!
    And Chanel…Haute Couture! I’m squirming in my seat! That is UNBELIEVABLE!!!
    Enjoy, Jane! You deserve it!

    Reply
  47. Jessica says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:19 am

    I am so excited for you! The Crillon Ball in Chanel?! Amazing!! I love reading your blog and can’t wait to hear more about your adventures and see more fabulous clothes.

    Reply
  48. Michelle says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:21 am

    Just when I thought I couldn’t be any more jealous of you… haha

    Reply
  49. lookoftheday.wordpress.com says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:21 am

    Have a wonderful debutant ball!
    I am sure you will look gorgeous, as always.
    I will be in Paris on November but just to “flaneur” and eat some macarons. :)
    Suerte!

    Reply
  50. alexandra says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:35 am

    WOW that’s amazing!
    the food looks delicious too –

    Reply
  51. www.stylishthought.ccom says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:37 am

    That is such an amazing opportunity, undoubtedly one that you will remember for the rest of your life! Congratulations!

    Reply
  52. vaiva says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:57 am

    I’m so insanely jealous and bitter that it’d be super easy to be a bitch and say mean things. I mean seriously. But good (actually awesome) for you. and too bad for me sitting at home feeling sick. I wish I had your opportunities. wow

    Reply
  53. beam says

    September 22, 2009 at 8:16 am

    Wow. You´re really amazing! It´s very interesting to follow you. Thanks for letting us all into your life! :o)Can´t wait to see the pictures.

    Reply
  54. Annie Spandex says

    September 22, 2009 at 8:25 am

    I can’t imagine!! Can’t wait to see pics!

    Reply
  55. sofiasophie says

    September 22, 2009 at 8:30 am

    paris paris….
    the city of light,
    my city in France…
    i hope you enjoyed the macarons, the walk in the Seine….& the fitting in Chanel of course!

    Reply
  56. Alexa says

    September 22, 2009 at 8:45 am

    HOW AWESOME! OMG you’re soo lucky! Enjoy it ;DD

    Reply
  57. jennifer says

    September 22, 2009 at 8:53 am

    How amazing! Can’t wait to see the pictures!

    Reply
  58. nicolette says

    September 22, 2009 at 8:53 am

    i envy you. i’d die for a chance to step into the chanel haute couture fitting room.

    Reply
  59. amy williams says

    September 22, 2009 at 9:01 am

    The Crillon Ball and Chanel HC!?!? That is pretty amazing, you must be beyond excited! There will be some amazing people there!

    Reply
  60. Nahal says

    September 22, 2009 at 9:01 am

    OMG YOUR GOING TO THE CRILLION BALL?!
    THATS INCREDIBLE!
    Im so excited for you!!

    Reply
  61. claudia says

    September 22, 2009 at 9:02 am

    fairy tale
    can’t wait to see the pictures
    and how chanel sees you: how they dressed you!

    Reply
  62. meaw(yourthaifan) says

    September 22, 2009 at 9:03 am

    can’t wait to see yur pic
    love u wonder girl xo

    Reply
  63. Julie says

    September 22, 2009 at 9:15 am

    Jane That’s AMAZING!!!!!
    You will look beautiful at the ball.
    Can’t wait for the pics.
    XX.

    Reply
  64. suzia says

    September 22, 2009 at 9:24 am

    I’m sooo jealous !! cant wait for the photos

    Reply
  65. k604bc says

    September 22, 2009 at 9:31 am

    OMG OMG OMG!!! You’re one very very very verrryyy lucky girl Jane! Such an amazing thing to happen in your life!!! Crazy!!!

    Reply
  66. JacquelineRose says

    September 22, 2009 at 9:36 am

    I have been to Paris and it is one of my favorite cities. You must not have stayed at George V/Four Seasons because the internet there is great. We stayed there and it is one of the best hotels in Paris (where all the celebs stay also). Next time you go to Paris check it out! Congrats on the Chanel fitting. They have tons of Chanels in Paris, don’t they?
    See me & my Jimmy Choos in Barcelona @ http://www.fashionsnag.com

    Reply
  67. Tikki says

    September 22, 2009 at 9:45 am

    That’s amazing Jane..I’m Looking forward to see you in Chanel !!!

    Reply
  68. Sandra says

    September 22, 2009 at 9:48 am

    That’s so cool. I’m so happy for you!! Btw, I hope you can continue your education (maybe in fashion major???) after you graduate high school, but anyhow this is just my opinion hehe because school even though its boring it taught me a lot of basics in the dream job I have right now. But yeah, you inspired me so much to become myself and your experience and talent and creativity definitely the reason why you are so successful now and in the future. (forgive my English). xoxo.

    Reply
  69. THE DIVINITUS says

    September 22, 2009 at 10:17 am

    Chanel fitting!
    Love it, finally ppl with style are getting appreciated, not just “common celebs” taking all for granted. Congrats!

    Reply
  70. Caroline says

    September 22, 2009 at 10:18 am

    That’s sooo cool, and Paris is amazing!
    http://miamipeach.blogspot.com

    Reply
  71. J.A. Hodges says

    September 22, 2009 at 10:21 am

    Congratulations! That’s so exciting!

    Reply
  72. Jen says

    September 22, 2009 at 10:31 am

    Oh wow, you lucky bitch. And I mean that in the nicest way possible — I am green with jealousy. :) xoxo

    Reply
  73. Sara says

    September 22, 2009 at 10:37 am

    OH JANE!
    YOU’RE SO LUCKY!!I’m dying to see your pictures

    Reply
  74. Lucila says

    September 22, 2009 at 10:37 am

    oh my godd!! You’re the luckiest girl in the world. The photos are beatiful.
    I love your blog and I can’t wait to see more photos..
    xoxo

    Reply
  75. tereza says

    September 22, 2009 at 10:42 am

    omg..I am so jealous. :) I am glad you had a wonderful time. and can´t wait for more from you!

    Reply
  76. Sabina says

    September 22, 2009 at 10:47 am

    Congrats, this is just crazy!!

    Reply
  77. ladyish says

    September 22, 2009 at 10:53 am

    Chanel haute couture, that’s amazing! I’m so jealous of you!

    Reply
  78. Nubby says

    September 22, 2009 at 10:54 am

    Your life just keeps getting better and better! 2009 has been your year!

    Reply
  79. Maeko says

    September 22, 2009 at 10:55 am

    Congratulations, darling! I can’t wait to see the photos of the gown.
    Fantastic.

    Reply
  80. Angela says

    September 22, 2009 at 11:14 am

    I love Paris!! I hope you got to enjoy some things during your brief visit! Can’t wait to see your Chanel dress, I bet it will be like a dream.:)

    Reply
  81. Sonia says

    September 22, 2009 at 11:21 am

    Paris is amazing isnt it?
    Living in england its easy for me to get there, which is defo a good thing!
    And CHANEL?!
    Im too jealous for words!
    Sonia x
    dozendresses.blogspot.com

    Reply
  82. Antonia says

    September 22, 2009 at 11:28 am

    This is UNREAL Jane – every single girl who is obsessed with fashion has dreamed about this day. What an amazing experience. Can’t wait to see pics. Paris looks gorgeous!
    x Antonia
    LIVEGLAMORDIE.COM

    Reply
  83. shopdiary says

    September 22, 2009 at 11:35 am

    that is so wonderful! Chanel Haute Couture + Crillon Ball = Amazing! looking forward to your photos.

    Reply
  84. Genielin says

    September 22, 2009 at 11:35 am

    Oh my goodness. I can’t wait to see what you’re wearing.
    Dang, a weekend in Paris. How lovely.

    Reply
  85. dy says

    September 22, 2009 at 11:41 am

    that’s amazing!

    Reply
  86. h says

    September 22, 2009 at 11:43 am

    :speechless: !
    How many girls can easily switch between Cassette Playa and Chanel Haute Couture?!
    http://hapsical.blogspot.com

    Reply
  87. c lo says

    September 22, 2009 at 11:57 am

    wow…I can’t wait to SEE the pictures! That’s just amazing. Congrats. :)

    Reply
  88. Nikki Osei says

    September 22, 2009 at 12:08 pm

    WOWWWW! U are really living my dream! You are gorgeous, stylish, and appear to be quite humble about the situation that is your life. I mean dressed by Chanel! OMG! Did you meet “father”? I’m dying! Love you, your style, and your blog! Keep doing what you do! xoxo

    Reply
  89. Annie says

    September 22, 2009 at 12:10 pm

    What an amazing opportunity! Congrats!

    Reply
  90. Laura says

    September 22, 2009 at 12:23 pm

    Je suis française et j’adore mn pays ! Paris paris paris. See you there Jane :-)

    Reply
  91. ananya says

    September 22, 2009 at 12:36 pm

    this is so awesome! how did you choose ONE outfit? i would try and walk out with their entire collection…

    Reply
  92. Jess says

    September 22, 2009 at 1:07 pm

    oh my god, thats like every girls dream!

    Reply
  93. Laura says

    September 22, 2009 at 1:10 pm

    MYGOSH
    that sounds AMAZING,
    good for you! Who styled you?
    gosh, can’t wait to see the picca’s you made,
    have soo much fun in NY!
    Paris is unbelievable, isn’t it, it’s gorgeous :)
    Beso!

    Reply
  94. lisa from london says

    September 22, 2009 at 1:11 pm

    wow i went to paris in the summer. isn’t it just amazing. you just instantly fall in love. and i swear macarooons are one of the best things i’ve ever tasted. did you go to laduree? not only are the pastries mouth-watering but the decor and flamboyance of the place is spectacular. can’t wait to hear more about your trip!!
    check out my blog at
    http://lisa-smalldetails.blogspot.com

    Reply
  95. Isabel says

    September 22, 2009 at 1:24 pm

    Ahhh, you’re going to the Crillon Ball? This is going to be so epic!

    Reply
  96. Reina says

    September 22, 2009 at 1:46 pm

    Hi! I loooove your blog and I read it almost every day, but never leave comments.
    Today I write about you in my blog but it’s in spanish! either way check it out: reina293.blogspot.com

    Reply
  97. Krizia says

    September 22, 2009 at 1:46 pm

    Maybe you could pick up some nice cutie at the Crillon Bal. ;)
    Paris is amazing! I’ve been there 3 times and it’s never enough.
    Sooo much to see!
    Enjoy, this is (probably) a once in a lifetime opportunity!!
    xx Kisses from Belgium
    Krizia. x

    Reply
  98. eloise says

    September 22, 2009 at 2:05 pm

    congrats!!!! that’s wonderful.
    You should have organised a night out with your french fans…

    Reply
  99. Laura says

    September 22, 2009 at 2:11 pm

    I saw you and your mum leaving the Chanel boutique yesterday, but I was too shy to say anything. Mostly because it wasn’t my best outfit/ hair day and you both looked so gorgeous I felt intimidated!
    Anyway, congratulations for the invitation, sounds amazing! This kind of things make me consider starting a blog…
    Besos!

    Reply
  100. dannie says

    September 22, 2009 at 2:29 pm

    ur amazing
    u deserve all this attention ;)
    keep workin it girlie cos its soooo apying off right? ;)

    Reply
  101. Nicole says

    September 22, 2009 at 2:54 pm

    Omg you are sooooo lucky :)
    very jealous
    I went to paris once when I was younger and I’m dying to go back!!!!

    Reply
  102. Midnight Cowgirl says

    September 22, 2009 at 3:30 pm

    That’s so amazing!

    Reply
  103. mika says

    September 22, 2009 at 3:45 pm

    I’m so jealous..

    Reply
  104. Liya says

    September 22, 2009 at 3:58 pm

    what a fantastic trip that must have beeeeeeen
    cant wait for pix
    myglitteringcreation.blogspot.com

    Reply
  105. Andrew J says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:07 pm

    Congratulations Jane! I can only imagine what an incredible experience that must have been for you!!!
    -Andrew J.
    Me & Marisa
    http://meandmarisa.wordpress.com

    Reply
  106. Raha says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:15 pm

    congratulations.

    Reply
  107. Laura says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:45 pm

    What beautiful pictures! Congratulations on being selected by Vogue! What an honor! And to be dressed in Chanel, no less. Sure you will look ravishing. Can’t wait to see the pictures!
    xo
    LC/www.styleshewrote.com

    Reply
  108. amalie says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:50 pm

    Lucky, LUCKY girrl. paris is so lovely.

    Reply
  109. Alexandra says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:51 pm

    Holy jesus. That is so exciting! I am seriously ecstatic for you and I don’t even know you lol. Congratulations!

    Reply
  110. Aleho Limon says

    September 22, 2009 at 4:55 pm

    waw!!!!! amazing pictures!
    Paris has something that everybody who goes falls in love with this city

    Reply
  111. The Voguette says

    September 22, 2009 at 5:29 pm

    omggg. jane, that’s INSANE.
    i hope one day my life will be that exciting as well!
    paris is the most amazing city – I’m studying there next semester! I can’t waittt!!

    Reply
  112. kianna says

    September 22, 2009 at 5:41 pm

    Fabulous!! Can’t wait to see the pictures!

    Reply
  113. Nata says

    September 22, 2009 at 5:46 pm

    Congratulations on being invited to the Crillon ball, that is one of the most exciting things in the world.
    And paris, how wonderful.
    I have never been in my life either, but I assume that one day my dream will be fulfilled.
    I would like to say I am a tad jealous, but you deserve it. Your undying passion for couture and vintage relics has founded a dream. (:
    good luck and much love!
    XOXO,
    Nata.
    http://www.louisdiamondshoes.blogspot.com

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  114. Jennyfer says

    September 22, 2009 at 5:48 pm

    omg, that’s so exciting, jane!
    i’m so happy for ya! i mean, this is just incredible! be dressed by chanel? what a dream.
    :D

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  115. Jade says

    September 22, 2009 at 6:02 pm

    Wow thats absolutely incredible! I can’t believe you were in the Chanel Haute couture fitting room. amazing.
    Also so jealous you had the opportunity to go to Paris, I’ve never been and have always wanted to go.
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  116. Kate says

    September 22, 2009 at 6:03 pm

    absoultely surreal :) i would be on cloud nine as well!
    http://www.getobsessed.blogspot.com

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  117. Style Scientist says

    September 22, 2009 at 6:31 pm

    Oh my God! Jane you’re on a roll! Chanel Haute Couture fitting? Wow..congrats!
    http://stylescientist.blogspot.com/

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  118. S.Elisabeth says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:02 pm

    That is so insane! Congratulations!!!! Chanel Haute Couture -drools in unattractive manner- have fun at the Crillon Ball and ahh! Chanel can’t get over it.
    That and those macaroons are setting off my sweet tooth!

    Reply
  119. Sadie says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:10 pm

    i live in louisiana and it’s starting to get a little colder here… hopefully you will return to some nice fall weather. : )

    Reply
  120. Connie says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:25 pm

    You’re so lucky.
    I’m so jealous.
    XOXO,
    Connie
    http://sushiforlunch.com

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  121. JOM says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:26 pm

    HI SWEETIE,
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  122. sarah says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:28 pm

    i cannot even fathom having the opportunities you have. having studied fashion through high school and college, and the hours and hours i spent patterning and draping and sewing until my fingers bled, i think being fitted in chanel would be the absolute highlight of my life.
    dont ever take what you have for granted, congratulations.

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  123. elizabeth says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:57 pm

    wow, that’s incredible! you better post some good photos from the crillon ball! and your photos are beautiful, I’ve never been to Paris but I really want to.

    Reply
  124. Jenn says

    September 22, 2009 at 7:58 pm

    So happy for you! This is amazing and well deserved!

    Reply
  125. Whiskas says

    September 22, 2009 at 8:32 pm

    Are you going to do that crazy Texas debutante curtsy when you debut?

    Reply
  126. Rosie Unknown says

    September 22, 2009 at 8:35 pm

    Mega congrats! That is so cool!

    Reply
  127. Ayn says

    September 22, 2009 at 8:45 pm

    you should go see betty, tokyobanbao and alix! it would be nice to see photo op with you and other bloggers in paris!
    http://www.leblogdebetty.com/, http://www.thecherryblossomgirl.com/

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  128. Josephine says

    September 22, 2009 at 8:46 pm

    congrats! that’s crazy! so amazing

    Reply
  129. Miss Head Over Heels says

    September 22, 2009 at 9:25 pm

    You’re one lucky girl, Jane.
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  130. Devin Barrett says

    September 22, 2009 at 9:29 pm

    How magical! That’s so great! Congrats Jane ;)

    Reply
  131. Pindie Dhaliwal says

    September 22, 2009 at 9:31 pm

    a doc with a fascinating look into the world of haute couture. try to check it out.
    http://www.bbcprograms.com/pbs/catalog/Secret%20World%20of%20Haute%20Couture/hautecouturemain.html
    oh and congrats on your inevitable successes! you are too precious.
    xo,
    p.

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  132. candice chu says

    September 22, 2009 at 9:38 pm

    OMG!!!!!!! SO JEALOUS! WHAT AN UNREAL, UNREAL, ONCE IN A LIFETIME ADVENTURE!! can’t wait, can’t wait to see pics of u in chanel couture!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    lucky girl!
    CC

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  133. Mel says

    September 22, 2009 at 10:07 pm

    WOW congrats! That’s so amazing! Not only is it the Crillion Ball, but you’re wearing Chanel Haute Couture! Awesome! Be sure to take lots of pictures!

    Reply
  134. Mimi says

    September 22, 2009 at 10:08 pm

    omg, i am so jealous right now! it is one of my dreams to go to paris and u got 2 go AND be dressed in chanel. how cool! :)

    Reply
  135. Jane H. says

    September 22, 2009 at 10:12 pm

    Though brief, that had to be the best first trip to Paris for anyone EVER :)

    Reply
  136. marika @ www.mbellish.wordpress.com says

    September 22, 2009 at 11:22 pm

    what an experience of a lifetime! I will be checking back to see your posts of your experience at the ball!
    Lovely blog – it is on my daily radar for fabulous posts!

    Reply
  137. Kat says

    September 22, 2009 at 11:36 pm

    Congratulations to you! Just watched Coco Chanel bio pic this afternoon…and there you are in Chanel Paris!

    Reply
  138. ashley heaton says

    September 22, 2009 at 11:51 pm

    beautiful photos! and congratulations on the bal crillon invitation, how fantastic!
    – ashley
    http://ashleyheaton.wordpress.com/

    Reply
  139. Natalie says

    September 23, 2009 at 1:12 am

    Sounds like a dream! My mouth is also watering looking at the tray of sweets…
    -Natalie from Shop It To Me

    Reply
  140. Helene says

    September 23, 2009 at 1:47 am

    Beautiful photos!

    Reply
  141. Dru says

    September 23, 2009 at 1:48 am

    Congratulations! You will probably be the most interesting of the girls to watch at that debutante ball this year (the majority are chosen just for being from certain families…it’s amazing that a girl who’s actually achieved something – ie you- got chosen).

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  142. Rose says

    September 23, 2009 at 4:22 am

    http://www.lebal.fr for some serious daydreaming about le Bal de Crillon – incl the names of all the debutantes since it all started in 1991.
    It’s very exciting to see which couture houses were involved from the beginning, and how this, and the jewelry sponsoring, evolved. And even more interesting (and definitely worth a sociological study) to see how from an almost exclusively French élite event, the ball diversified to include European nobility and a princess here and there, billionaire heiresses from all over the world as well as the offspring of various heads of state, famous pop stars and actors. In 2008 only 4 of the girls were French.

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  143. Rose says

    September 23, 2009 at 4:26 am

    …but what is most piquant of it all: Julia Restoin-Roitfeld debuted in 2001 in Versace and Bee Shaffer in 2004 in … Chanel HC!!!!!
    Makes me do a little happy dance, such tidbits :o)
    ANYWAY, Jane, you are going to have the most exciting time in a marvellous environment, whether you’re ‘only’ attending or truly making your debut in Paris. I’ll be watching the local press…
    Just make sure yu can waltz properly, get a seriously fancy hairdo, and take a spare pair of dancing shoes.
    ENJOY!

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  144. Jobs says

    September 23, 2009 at 4:27 am

    It sounds like a very intriguing story to tell. I’ll look forward on reading your next blog.

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    September 23, 2009 at 4:29 am

    Quelle Le baise? Place à rendre visite, ma tête lieux de visites, et moelle aussi. oi, mes yeux sortir de ma tête, aussi. ————- Les lieux de visites, aussi, d’égouts , mes yeux sauter hors de ma tête, aussi. Quand j’avais dix-sept, j’avais l’habitude d’attendre environ tous les vendredis pour voir si mon bande punk Était Dans la section divertissement du journal. c’est juste regardé (retard mental, pas de retard, Comme ce traducteur stupide). Tardives et sublime. vous vivez le rêve. J’espère que la Loi de la moyenne ne joue pas contre vous: Vous savez, Celui qui dit que Chaque année UNE, bien que vous avez, avez vous deux mauvais. Il est possible que vous battrez La loi des moyennes, Comme vous avez battu toutes les lois De Toutes Sortes. Vous êtes charme-vous êtes charmant. Vous êtes complexe-êtes, complexe vous êtes désarmant. jamais voir un Américain à Paris, je bien a tu représenter moi, c’est vous. Mon enfant lune! —- Vous propriétaire des salles de bal et salle d’habillage à la mode de la Champs Elysée à l’Elysée Elysium des Hauteur Couture à les chambres de le Coeur des garconnes…Merci pour la ciel pour fillies — Ferez vous au cours des Cinq prochaines années, vous deviendrez président des Etats-Unis. Le bureau ovale est votre placard à chaussures. Obama gratte la guitare pendant que vous concevez le projet de la mode nationale. Ne t’arrête pas. Tu es ma Héroïne! Tu es comme l’heroin a moi.

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  146. Household Relocation services says

    September 23, 2009 at 4:31 am

    The cupcakes are colorful and looking delicious. I’ve never been to Paris. You’re such a lucky girl.

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  147. lucie nero says

    September 23, 2009 at 5:40 am

    Just when I send a e-mail to you, you are in my city !

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  148. fashion roadkill says

    September 23, 2009 at 6:26 am

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  149. Cathrine says

    September 23, 2009 at 6:34 am

    Insane! Congratulations. That’s so cool

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  150. Astrid Renate says

    September 23, 2009 at 7:59 am

    Ditta va kult, kan du sei!

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  151. Ashley says

    September 23, 2009 at 10:09 am

    OMG The Crillon Ball! Its been my reve to attend since I was little! You are so extremely lucky and you deserve it!
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  152. Intrinsically Florrie says

    September 23, 2009 at 12:09 pm

    You must be so excited! Chanel couture is just amazing.
    Ahh Paris, can’t wait to go for the first time myself at the beginning of February.
    Florrie x

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  153. Miranda says

    September 23, 2009 at 12:29 pm

    Oh my gosh you are the luckiest! The only way I can keep myself from bursting with jealousy is that I’m pretty sure you’re well aware of how lucky you are! Enjoy it girl!

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  154. Jade says

    September 23, 2009 at 1:14 pm

    That is truly amazing! You deserve it :)

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  155. Indiana says

    September 23, 2009 at 2:00 pm

    I am so incredibly excited for you and can’t wait to see the photos! Congrats! This is monumental, but hopefully just the first of many, many more things like this to come.

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  156. missmilki says

    September 23, 2009 at 2:21 pm

    That’s amazing! You’re in real life fairytale… the blogger’s fairytale, i can just see the little girls of the next generation reading it! :) Have a wonderful time, enjoy every minute and I can’t wait to see some photos! :)

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  157. romyyy says

    September 23, 2009 at 3:16 pm

    you made the first photo yourself? it’s lovely & it looks so romantic! i’ve never been to paris.. it’s a shame, i really wanna go there, and maybe (my dad) can drive it in 1 day
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  158. amit says

    September 23, 2009 at 5:26 pm

    :))))))))

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  159. Becca says

    September 23, 2009 at 6:38 pm

    congrats – so so so amazing! Glad also that you enjoyed your time in Paris. That is a place that I have yet to visit but it’s on the top of my list!

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  160. Sarah Klassen/Haute Design says

    September 23, 2009 at 8:03 pm

    What a special moment – I know you will never be able to forget!
    I can only imagine how special and beautiful that dress must be
    on you, Jane! You are so lovely, and what a dream come true :)

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  161. Elisa says

    September 23, 2009 at 9:27 pm

    very exciting so happy for you!!!!

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  162. Vintage Rouge says

    September 24, 2009 at 10:28 am

    Jane, you so deserve all of this! Enjoy every lovely minute! I am so happy for your success! Can’t wait to see more photos of the Ball and Paris.
    Gros Bisous!

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  163. kate says

    September 24, 2009 at 4:51 pm

    Congratulations! Good luck and don’t be nervous :) Enjoy your ball, princess

    Reply
  164. Megh says

    September 24, 2009 at 6:48 pm

    wow you are CRAZY lucky! VOGUE sending you to chanel to wear haute couture!?!?!?! wow, right now high school senior girls are going to state capitals to buy homecoming dresses and you are flying to paris to wear chanel couture to a fabulous ball!

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  165. Nora says

    September 24, 2009 at 7:15 pm

    Oh my, these thigh high boots are to die for!! they make your legs look endless.
    It’s the first time I leave a comment but I check your blog daily, you have the best style ever among all the fashion bloggers, I love that you don’t follow trends and there’s always a ‘je ne sais quoi’ in your outfits that makes them so unique. You really deserve all these opportunities! I hope I didn’t sound too much of a bootlicker, but I do think every bit of what I’ve written.
    Wish you a good ball & stay in Paris next November, I’m so glad you enjoyed your journey in my city!
    A la prochaine :)

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  166. runway reviews says

    September 24, 2009 at 10:12 pm

    what a great travel, my city is Paris, love it.
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  167. Miss zuri says

    September 25, 2009 at 8:41 am

    Paris is so amazing! So : ) to see you there… You deserve it!!!
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    September 25, 2009 at 10:05 am

    awesome pictures, you are beautiful…the boots are super sexy
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    September 26, 2009 at 1:19 am

    wow those dessert!!!!!!
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    September 26, 2009 at 11:42 am

    OMG wow that’s awesome!! I’m sure the experience was surreal! You’re on extremely lucky girl!!

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  171. anne-laure says

    September 27, 2009 at 2:43 am

    I’m convinced and I know you will be the most beautiful girl as a Debutante at the Crillon’s Bal.
    ;) have fun, and do just like you always do in your blog that means: don’t take it too seriously you’re a too adorable girl for that ;)
    Kisses from Paris,
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    September 27, 2009 at 10:45 am

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    October 1, 2009 at 1:29 pm

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    October 7, 2009 at 1:42 pm

    It’s funny- I never tried a macaroon in Paris. Bottega Louie in Downtown Los Angeles has some frightfully good ones.

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    October 12, 2009 at 1:55 pm

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    October 13, 2009 at 12:35 am

    Too bad for you that you havent seen the real Paris. Have fun in the microcosm anyway.

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