“My parents always discouraged us from buying into the ‘trendy’ looks that the mall was pushing. No Abercrombie allowed in our house! I remember my mom taking me into Goodwill when I was very young. She made it a game ~ here’s $10, see what you can put together with that. From then on I was hooked to the thrill of the chase!” – Kelly Framel on vintage clothing for Dujour Magazine
NY Fashion Week is closely arriving and I’m also excited that I will be going to Paris for the first time! I’ve never traveled internationally alone and what concerns me is navigating around Paris because I don’t speak one word of French. However, it should be a fairly interesting trip where I hope to split part of my time touring the city and participating in random food excursions. I must thank Kelly for informing me of a great website that listed vacation rentals because I originally felt distressed searching for affordable lodging in the heart of Paris. I had been following Kelly’s blog, The Glamourai, for some time and I remember being tantalized by her style consisting of various shapes, textures, patterns, and colors. While she embraces different pieces effortlessly, I also find that she possess an amazing talent for creating beautiful self-designed jewelry – both of which are something worth checking out.
Kelly Framel
Fashion Blogger/Stylist/Designer
http://www.theglamourai.com
-Rachel Roy Transformer Coat
-Vintage Jacket
-Forever 21 Skirt
-Pura Lopez Boots
-Urban Outfitters Hat
-Aldo Gloves
Nice Pura Lopez¡¡¡¡
Nice pics¡
xxx
DELIA
Feb 01, 2010 @ 2:34 am
she is incredible. i love the way she puts together an outfit. the colours in these photos are so great. i love the third one where the colours of the building behind her is sort of picking put the purple shades in her hat, shoes, and skirt. so beautiful. paris sounds amazing. i am sure once you get there it will all flow really naturally and you’ll be just fine. xx
Feb 01, 2010 @ 11:06 am
The Glamourai! She is rapidly becoming one of my favorite fashion bloggers. Her style is really rich, so much style, color and full of life. Great photos of her by the way. Have fun in Paris!
Feb 01, 2010 @ 11:49 am
Great shots of a great beauty. She is most definitely the freshest style out there, and number one on my list of style bloggers. Bon voyage by the way. Looking forward to your Paris shots.
Feb 01, 2010 @ 11:51 am
What wonderful photos!
Feb 01, 2010 @ 1:37 pm
things to remember,
ou est le… (oo eh luh)
where is the…
s’il vous plait (see voo play)
please
merci (mare see)
thank you
bonjour (the “n” is soft but sounds like it looks)
hello/good morning
au revoir (oh vwah) (don’t pronounce the “re”)
goodbye
cafe au lait (ka fay oh lay)
basically a latte
alot of english words stem from french anyway so you’ll be surprised how often just saying the english word is understood.
also, in my experience, many people spoke english with no trouble so you should be fine. you might want to consult one of those traveler’s language guides. they aren’t perfect but they’re better than nothing.
have a great time in paris! take lots of pictures.
oh and the photos look great. good positioning and use of the back ground to draw the eye in. kelly is gorgeous.
Feb 01, 2010 @ 4:04 pm
I love her and i love her style
Great post!
Http://cocozaahb.blogspot.com
Feb 01, 2010 @ 6:46 pm
She has stunning eyes! And her outfit is simply fabulous
xx
Feb 01, 2010 @ 8:46 pm
Some of your best photography yet!
Feb 02, 2010 @ 12:04 am
Love her! Love the high-line just as much!
- http://www.21Arrondissement.com
Feb 02, 2010 @ 1:27 am
you’ve got awesome photos!
and a very interesting blog layout. nice! =)
Feb 02, 2010 @ 4:28 am
WOW! Great outfit! Love her style!
http://www.abitoffashion.com
Feb 02, 2010 @ 5:41 am
Hy, thanks for visiting my page, I love your blog here!!
kiss
Feb 02, 2010 @ 8:21 am
Great shoot! I love her outfit…
Caroline
http://www.redglassesblog.com/
Feb 02, 2010 @ 10:57 am
I love Kelly and her style!! great photos!
http://www.concretecouture.tumblr.com
Feb 02, 2010 @ 11:49 am
Great shoot! Each and every one a home run winner. The light is perfection. She reminds me of a young Isabella Rosellini. Enjoy Paris. Off to check out her site as well, thanks for the intro.
Feb 02, 2010 @ 5:59 pm
I absolutely love her! and her haircut is too cute!
Feb 03, 2010 @ 10:52 am
Love her style! And what a great statement from her about growing up.
Feb 03, 2010 @ 1:46 pm
Great shoot from the high line!
Feb 03, 2010 @ 3:52 pm
She’s fabulous, & I love her mom’s philosophy. What a great start for a style icon’s life! I didn’t know her blog, will definitely check it out. Absolutely beautiful photo shoot, Jason.
So you’re off to Paris! Have a wonderful time. I was thinking of going, but saving my energy for London Fashion Week. If there’s any chance you’re going to London, too, I’d love to meet. Just let me know.
I love your photography & blog. You just get better & better. I’d love to do a street style guest swap NY/LON thing sometime!
jill @ http://streetstylelondon.blogspot.com/
Feb 03, 2010 @ 8:27 pm
I love this girl! Really liking all the luxe materials – silk, satin, suede… Beautifully pulled together by the magenta colour. Gorgeous!
New Zealand style
sophistokat.blogspot.com
Feb 05, 2010 @ 3:52 am
Amazing photos!
I love her style!
xxx
Emilie
http://whatshappeninginmyfashionworld.blogspot.com/
Feb 05, 2010 @ 8:48 am
Nice work! who’s the designer for them glasses? so funky. i like =)
Feb 05, 2010 @ 10:50 am
I love her blog. Her style is like what you said, effortless.
Feb 05, 2010 @ 3:28 pm
I love the sunglasses! Well put together!
Xx
-V
http://www.saintandlibertine.com
Feb 06, 2010 @ 6:04 pm
Wow, those eyes!
Love the light in the photo of her balancing on the beam… this is what makes your photos special!
Feb 09, 2010 @ 5:42 pm
She remind me a little of Jessica Stroup (9021) what beautiful eyes! :)
xx
Feb 12, 2010 @ 9:37 pm
ahh! i adore her socks! the whole ensemble is quite rich.
Feb 13, 2010 @ 2:35 pm
Stunning shots! She has great style as well. Nice job.
Feb 13, 2010 @ 7:10 pm
Sublime!
Feb 25, 2010 @ 1:22 pm
Great outfit.
Feb 25, 2010 @ 1:29 pm
Beautiful photos.
flashfashfash.blogspot.com
Feb 25, 2010 @ 1:39 pm
this is such a great outfit!
XOXO
http://loresfashion.blogspot.com
Feb 26, 2010 @ 1:43 pm
these are really great shots!
Mar 05, 2010 @ 7:55 pm