A Little Bit of Paris... :)

8:14 PM

Hey loves! I am currently typing from my laptop in my hotel room since I am training for a new job in New Jersey (eeks!). I anticipate that updating will be rather difficult during my two weeks out here because the workdays are long, and I'm so exhausted from the travel while still getting over jet lag from Paris! I know I don't mention it much, but sometimes I think I seriously overwork myself. XD

Anyway, I don't want to keep you guys waiting in too much anticipation for my next video (Paris vlog maybe? ;) so I thought I would post a few pics from my photoshoot at my Paris "monument". Twitter followers may have already heard a bit about it, but the Paris trip was for a project with Sigma Beauty who made the brushes I talked about here which I am REALLY excited about, but am not allowed to share quite yet.

I just wanted to say that I am thrilled, honored, humbled, and feel incredibly blessed and unworthy to have gotten the opportunity to go on this trip. I've thought about it so many times in my head and still it seems unreal for my name to have possibly come up amongst such AMAZING people who I really admire not just in makeup skill but as people. (I know, I know, I am so cheesy but I seriously can't help it. I'm still in shock.)

Thank you SO much to Simone & Sigma Beauty and Rasun, as well as xteeener, MakeupByTiffanyD, macNC40, petrilude, xsparkage, and my Paris roomie DulceCandy87, for all the love, laughs, late night talks, and I'm-not-even-kidding-unforgettable memories. <3 (I KNOW! SO CHEESE BUT I SWEAR MY FINGERS, THEY KEEP TYPING!!)

But most of all, I have always thought about you, my supporters, readers, friends, who have always carried me through so many of life's ups and downs... So much more than you will ever know. On days when I just want to give up, I have had so many times where I was moved to tears to read the kindness and camaraderie that you've been so generous to give so that we can all feel like strong, beautiful people at the end of the day. With open arms and a truly grateful heart I want to say thank you.

Ack, I've talked myself emotional. I better hurry and share the pics. ;)

Arc de Triomphe at Champs-Élysées
Paris, France
Credit: Rasun Mehringer



 




Thank you so much for reading/watching and I hope you enjoyed this tiny peek at Paris. I promise, more photos and vlogs to come!

Much love, hugs, kisses, thoughts, and prayers. <3

xoxo

Share This Story

Tags: ,

You Might Also Like

107 comments

  1. JessicaSeptember 28, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    love those pictures!! your dress is sooo cute!! <3

    ReplyDelete
  2. RisaSeptember 28, 2011 at 8:19 PM

    Love love love Champs Elysees, u look great in all those pictures!

    ReplyDelete
  3. PolishGaloreSeptember 28, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    I'm so happy for you and so very proud as well!

    ReplyDelete
  4. veeriaSeptember 28, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    your dress is beautiful! and so are you :)

    ReplyDelete
  5. Elizabeth KingSeptember 28, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    Love these pics! So very beautiful! ^_^

    ReplyDelete
  6. LeiSeptember 28, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    Bautiful Paris! Gorgeous you! I want your shoes!!!

    ReplyDelete
  7. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    Such gorgeous photos!!! You're beautiful! <3 You look very long and lean : )

    ReplyDelete
  8. xSeptember 28, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    Congrats, Jen! Thanks for sharing so many wonderful things to us! (: and thanks for the inspiration (: Good Luck!

    ReplyDelete
  9. mynewestaddictionSeptember 28, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Gorgeous pics hon !! I'm am jealous of you guys!!! Always wanted to go there.

    <3 Laura @ MyNewestAddiction

    ReplyDelete
  10. Stephanie CSeptember 28, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    Oh man, I remember watching your videos from over two years ago and now you're traveling all over the world! Congrats on all your successes Jen! I am so very happy for you =)

    ReplyDelete
  11. SelphieFairySeptember 28, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    You look gorgeous, Jen!! That outfit is amazing!

    ReplyDelete
  12. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    absolutely beautifulllll pictures!! you look flawless!!

    ReplyDelete
  13. Petite and HungrySeptember 28, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    you look amazing!!! sounds like you had such a great time! you definitely deserve it!

    www.petiteandhungry.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  14. Aki No YuutsuSeptember 28, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    Beautiful photos and outfit dear!

    ReplyDelete
  15. midnitemidsukiSeptember 28, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    I'm so happy for all your success. You deserve it. Keep doing what you do and welcome to the East Coast! xo

    ReplyDelete
  16. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    You look gorgeous, Paris is beautiful !

    ReplyDelete
  17. littlemissandreaSeptember 28, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    Jen you look gorgeous!! Looks like you picked up the Exeter blazer afterall - it fits really well on you too! Can't wait to hear all about your trip :)

    ReplyDelete
  18. ♥ JSeptember 28, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    love your outfit!!!!!!

    ReplyDelete
  19. KABIGONESeptember 28, 2011 at 10:46 PM

    Awesome! You are so beautiful!

    ReplyDelete
  20. Punky Bunny BlogSeptember 28, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    the 2nd pic to the last is a vavavoom!! so pretteh ;) how i wish to visit paris in the future ^^
    http://amz88.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  21. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    Pretty Pictures and lovely outfit!! You look really happy. ♥

    ReplyDelete
  22. Angie | Pandaphilia.comSeptember 28, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    these photos are gorgeous jen! you look like a modern victorian lady. so jealous that you were in paris, my dream city!

    pandaphilia fashion

    ReplyDelete
  23. FaithSeptember 28, 2011 at 11:09 PM

    You're gorgeous. May God be with you throughout your entire trip! He blesses people with different gifts, and my oh my, He sure has blessed you with a great one!

    ReplyDelete
  24. KellySeptember 28, 2011 at 11:28 PM

    the paris trip sounds fantastic. :) gotta ask - where did you find your blazer and dress?? love them both!

    ReplyDelete
  25. NoniekSeptember 28, 2011 at 11:29 PM

    You always looks so beautiful Jen!
    Glad you are one of those who pick by Sigma go to Paris.
    Luckily lady :)

    ReplyDelete
  26. BeauBo..^ v ^..September 29, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete
  27. BeauBo..^ v ^..September 29, 2011 at 12:18 AM

    love yr pics..you're BEAUTIFUL! Jen ..^_*..

    ReplyDelete
  28. AnonymousSeptember 29, 2011 at 12:28 AM

    amazing pictures !

    http://www.thefashionmood.com/

    ReplyDelete
  29. Kim LSeptember 29, 2011 at 12:31 AM

    Lovely pictures! :)

    x
    accidental encounters

    ReplyDelete
  30. Shambvi Yogi September 29, 2011 at 12:38 AM

    I love your photos ! You're so beautiful =)

    ReplyDelete
  31. CarolineSeptember 29, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    Wow those pictures are wonderful! You look gorgeous and i hope you/have a good time, you really do deserve it :)

    shenanigansofcaroline.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  32. DoreenSeptember 29, 2011 at 1:14 AM

    Wow, wow beautiful! You are one gorgeous lady. You are not just beautiful on the outside, but with beautiful personality and a kind heart. You deserve all the best! *hugs*

    ReplyDelete
  33. IrisSeptember 29, 2011 at 1:56 AM

    The pictures are great! So looking forward to my Paris trip this weekend. Did you actually walk in those shoes the whole day? If so, you're my hero. ^_^

    www.slyslittleworld.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  34. teddyirisSeptember 29, 2011 at 2:17 AM

    You look absolutely stunning in that cute lace dress! <3

    ReplyDelete
  35. Beata MeganSeptember 29, 2011 at 3:01 AM

    You look soooo cool!

    ReplyDelete
  36. αвву M.September 29, 2011 at 3:11 AM

    love the photos :) ur beautifuL!
    i wanna go to paris someday too :)

    ReplyDelete
  37. LeeloSeptember 29, 2011 at 3:45 AM

    Very pretty photos and I love your outfit!

    ReplyDelete
  38. IngridSeptember 29, 2011 at 5:10 AM

    Cheesey yes, but clearly heartfelt so that makes it okay! Guess it just goes to show we must all do what we love!

    Ingrid
    Visit me: www.sewchique.com

    ReplyDelete
  39. SweetAmbitionsSeptember 29, 2011 at 5:26 AM

    Congrats on your success Jen! I've been a follower of yours for such a long time and am really proud of you. You've worked hard and deserve every pit of it! Enjoy Paris!!! :)

    ReplyDelete
  40. My Dressy WaysSeptember 29, 2011 at 5:44 AM

    AMAZE! You deserve it! You found your passion, went for it and here you are! (And where you were: Paris!) Love it. Your pictures are amazing and you looked gorgeous! Can't wait to hear about the top secret project!

    ReplyDelete
  41. MieSeptember 29, 2011 at 6:04 AM

    Love the pictures! especially the 3rd ^_~

    ReplyDelete
  42. simplyvonneSeptember 29, 2011 at 6:30 AM

    Jen, I love all these photos and i really love that dress! where did you get it? :)
    So happy for all your success, I remember finding you when I was looking for makeup tutorial for my wedding back in 2009! wow time flies! I also won my first giveaway from you too!

    ReplyDelete
  43. Mindy♥September 29, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    Stunning photos, Jen!! I can't wait to hear more about your trip to Paris and so happy for you!! Congrats!

    ReplyDelete
  44. marialinhSeptember 29, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    Congratulations, and the photos are beautiful! I must ask, where is the dress from??

    ReplyDelete
  45. Dani*LaLaSeptember 29, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    I would love to over work myself lol better then sitting at home all day.

    Would love to visit Paris it always looks so beautiful.

    ReplyDelete
  46. Kelsey KSeptember 29, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    Gorgeous pictures! You look so pretty and I love the dress!! :)

    ReplyDelete
  47. UnknownSeptember 29, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    Jen you look beautiful! Where is your blazer from?

    ReplyDelete
  48. LucySeptember 29, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    you forgot to mention Bubzbeauty?

    ReplyDelete
  49. LucySeptember 29, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    annnnnd does that mean you will be moving to Jersey soon O.O

    ReplyDelete
  50. - susy -September 29, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    Congratulations again on the new job!! I hope you loved Paris as every bit of much as I did. It truly is the city of LOVE!

    ReplyDelete
  51. Liz KSeptember 29, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    As always your makeup looks stunning!

    ReplyDelete
  52. TheRoseYuriSeptember 29, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    OMG Jen! You are star! :D woow, so happy for you! And again, you are so so so beautiful! Like a movie star. Like you and support you so much <3 but i'm also jealous :D Now are my memories comeing :D I visited Paris this April :D and still can't believe that I've been there! :D

    ReplyDelete
  53. WincefaceSeptember 29, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    I'm sooo happy for you Jen! You deserve these opportunities so much :)! I think you're a great inspiration :D!! Best of luck with everything in Paris, looking forward to hearing all about it! xx

    http://sipping-green-tea.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  54. AnonymousSeptember 29, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    great photos :D you look so pretty!

    ReplyDelete
  55. AnonymousSeptember 29, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    If you need help navigating around while in the Garden State, do not hesitate to ask . . .

    ReplyDelete
  56. StellaSeptember 29, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    you look gorgeous!!!
    nice pictures!!!!
    Miss Starshiny

    ReplyDelete
  57. JackieSeptember 29, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    I LOVE pic #3 and your outfit is great!!

    Paris is beautiful!! *jealous*

    ReplyDelete
  58. StephSeptember 29, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    awww you look stunning in those photos! i am soo happy for you! and proud of you. you deserve all the blessings that have come your way; many more to come :)

    ReplyDelete
  59. alien man?!September 29, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    omg congrats on the new job!!!!

    ReplyDelete
  60. Por S.September 29, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    I think I have your blazer! Banana Republic? If it is, I love that blazer! It's so comfy. ^_^

    ReplyDelete
  61. JuliaSeptember 29, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    The pictures are amazing! Congrats and best of luck to your future endeavors. (:

    You're such an inspiration! (: And the reason why I started my own blog with fashiony stuff. (: You can see it if you like! And if there's any suggestions for improvement, please don't hesitate to tell me!

    http://smileycolors.blogspot.c­om/

    ReplyDelete
  62. secondsarangSeptember 29, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    Hi Jen! WHERE did you get your shoes?! They are so nice :)
    You look beautiful - you always do though, hehe.

    ReplyDelete
  63. Martita at Costa ChicSeptember 29, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    You look amazing and photos are beautiful! Some just seem to good to be real, truly poster girl. You should cone more often to Europe:) xx

    ReplyDelete
  64. DinaSeptember 29, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    Absolutely stunning! I love love love the outfit, very chic and classy. Could you make a tutorial on how you styled your hair in these pictures? And yes, more pics from paris please!:D

    ReplyDelete
  65. Miss KimSeptember 29, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    I love, love, love, love your outfit! You look absolutely gorgeous, and Paris should be proud you posed in front of it! =)

    ReplyDelete
  66. TinaSeptember 29, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    Loveee the pictures!! Paris looks so beautiful, and so do you! :)

    ReplyDelete
  67. JulieSeptember 29, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    I can't get over how amazing you look, that outfit is to die for. Paris (not to mention the camera) loves you!

    ReplyDelete
  68. JacquiSeptember 29, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    Love your outfit, you look great! Is that blazer from Aritzia? <3 Aritzia! (I'm from Vancouver, Canada :P)

    ReplyDelete
  69. AnonymousSeptember 29, 2011 at 11:13 PM

    You don't know how much you've changed and influence my life.

    You are gorgeous.

    :)

    ReplyDelete
  70. PajSeptember 30, 2011 at 12:09 AM

    Enjoy french food as much as you can 'cuz you won't find anything as good here in the US :D oh and you should try Kinder Bueno (it's the most delicious chocolate bar you'll ever eat) x)you can find them in Newspaper stores, vending machines, some bakeries, and in big grocery stores xD have a fun trip and share some pix soon ^^

    ReplyDelete
  71. ZxcvSeptember 30, 2011 at 12:33 AM

    Lovely! your dress reminds me sooo much of Kate Middleton's dress when they visited Canada except yours is white lace. he he! Phey

    ReplyDelete
  72. soiiaSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    You look so pretty *___* don't feel too humbled actually :P There might be a tiny bit of the luck factor in all this, but your genuine-ness is actually kinda awesome :D !

    ReplyDelete
  73. YanezSeptember 30, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    you're so pretty!
    love ur heels a lot!!

    ReplyDelete
  74. ♥ tiffanySeptember 30, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    You look so cute! The blazer and the dress is such a contrasting pair but works well together! Good luck with your new job!

    ReplyDelete
  75. LySeptember 30, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Jen you look amazing as always. I'm glad you had a great time in Paris.

    -Ly

    http://www.lyzhang.com

    ReplyDelete
  76. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    jen ~ you look gorgeous!!! and what a great opportunity to have been able to go to paris!! is it for a vacation or work??, maybe i missed something. . . in any case ~ have lots of fun!!!
    xx ~ kristina

    ReplyDelete
  77. LinaSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    Welcome to Jersey! The photos came out amazing!

    ReplyDelete
  78. CharlotteSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    I love that dress! Could you share where you bought it?

    ReplyDelete
  79. Chowjueru♥September 30, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    It looks like you've had a lot of fun at Paris!:)Thanks for sharing "A Little Bit of Paris" with us and I hope you'll enjoy the rest of the journey.^_^ <3!

    ReplyDelete
  80. Miss DianaSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    Hi Jen! I am a frequent reader of your blog, I absolutely love this look you have here. Can you please share where you got the outfit from? Also, I am anticipating on some graduate school interviews, and hopefully you could help share some ideas on some of these petite professional attires and where you usually shop for them! Thank you!! I would greatly appreciate it!

    ReplyDelete
  81. cream puffOctober 1, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Jen, you're just so awesome!! Seriously, I've been reading your blog since 2008 and I still love to do so. Keep up with the great work!!! ^O^ However, it's not a good thing to hear that you're overworking yourself! Please take good care of your health!!

    ReplyDelete
  82. MangotatoesOctober 1, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    OMG you look gorgeous! I'm so jealous you're over there right now!

    ReplyDelete
  83. JodyOctober 1, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    I must know where the dress is from. Its so beautiful. Love your outfit. I hope you had fun.

    ReplyDelete
  84. CCOctober 1, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    Congrats, Jen! Btw, I like your shoes! They look comfortable, plus they're nude, so they lengthen your legs. (I always passed on this style before because they were black and would shorten the legs visually.) Anyways, I'm looking forward to your Paris recaps! :)

    ReplyDelete
  85. CrystalOctober 1, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    jen, can you please please please tell me where did you get the white dress you were wearing?? It's soooo cute, exactly what I'm looking for^0^. Thanks

    ReplyDelete
  86. AllyOctober 1, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    I love your outfits... Please tell us where did u get your blazer and dress from. They are fantastic!!

    ReplyDelete
  87. UnknownOctober 2, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    I will live vicariously as you enjoy Paris fashion week! <3 Great pics!


    http://preponderance-of-fashion.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  88. soiiaOctober 2, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    I love your white lace dress it looks so so beautiful! I always felt scared to wear a dress white AND lacy because I always imagine it inaproppriate lol; but you def prove otherwise!

    ReplyDelete
  89. Jadey_HeartsOctober 2, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    Congrats! how exciting! your outfit is so cute!

    ReplyDelete
  90. sohyun_ahnOctober 3, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    im so proud of you unni!!! ive seen the videos that other gurus have taken to and u look really happy in there too:)) so happy for you~

    ReplyDelete
  91. MFPOctober 3, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    love the pics and vlog! glad you had a really good time in paris. you look gorgeous as always! where did you get your shoes? theyre beautiful!

    ReplyDelete
  92. xxayeexxOctober 3, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    You look beautiful! I would like to know what shoes you are wearing!

    ReplyDelete
  93. Bear WoodsOctober 4, 2011 at 2:00 AM

    Hi, I love your style on this photos (your style is always lovely but here with those gorgeous heels and beautiful dress not to mention your fab 'chanel' necklace...) and I can't wait for more photos ;)

    ReplyDelete
  94. UnknownOctober 4, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    Congrats! I think this is an exciting project!

    ReplyDelete
  95. Selene and TheiaOctober 4, 2011 at 7:39 AM

    pretty!

    ReplyDelete
  96. LoiOctober 4, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    Love your lacey white dress! It looks so feminine! And it pairs perfectly well with the jacket. You look so pretty!!!

    www.laestetica.com.ph

    ReplyDelete
  97. Haus of StyleOctober 4, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    These photos came out great! I am so glad you had such a great opportunity and was able to share it with us. I can never replicate any of your make-up tutorials but I love watching them nonetheless. Thank you for taking the time to put them together! By the way - I love the lace dress you had on from Paris, where did you get it from? Thanks!

    http://justtututiny.blogspot.com/

    Thu

    ReplyDelete
  98. MarieOctober 4, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    Paris is beautiful isn't it? I just wrote about my trip to Rome on my blog

    <3

    ReplyDelete
  99. Lori October 5, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    Amazing pictures! I get so excited seeing your updates :) looks like you're having a blast!

    ReplyDelete
  100. Bành Gia ThọOctober 6, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    Dear Jen
    My name Thọ from Viet Nam, and i've been following your blog everyday ... i can say without doubt that i really jealous on you ^^ but i like you much more ! this is my first comment for you, you are amazing like an angel to me, you inspiring me too much and i am happy to check out your new by new entries. i wish i can meet you oneday in future but i think i can not ! you are too busy to do feedback for me but i hope u the best thing. take care ! bye

    ReplyDelete
  101. Your Honor I ObjectOctober 6, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    I'm obsessed with your dress!!

    ReplyDelete
  102. Julie P.October 6, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    omg Jen you look so gorgeous in those pictures! Looks like you had a professional photo shoot like a model! Paris is beautiful... :)

    ReplyDelete
  103. Kit KatOctober 6, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    Jen, as one petite Asian woman to another - I'm not even joking - you look tall. In those lovely Paris pics, you look TALL. Nice work!

    ReplyDelete
  104. ApriljoyOctober 8, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    You're so pretty. I love the heels!

    ReplyDelete
  105. KikiOctober 9, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    yoooou're so preeeetty jen ♥

    ReplyDelete
  106. GhadeerOctober 19, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    these pictures are more than amazing loooooooooove them

    ReplyDelete
  107. raven raeMay 13, 2012 at 9:53 PM

    Congratulations, love your outfit.

    ReplyDelete

Subscribe