Pretty: Paris

In Paris we learned that Parisian style is generally understated and ‘sober’ and the Parisian idea of beauty is the typical “European ideal”–tall, blonde and thin. But Sarah, Carole and Sonia each have their own idea beauty. Browse the slide show for tidbits about Paris and the girls and watch their stories.

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There are plenty of places to enjoy views of the Tour Eiffel all over Paris. On a clear day you can even see it (albeit at a distance) from Sacré Coeur. This shot was taken from the top of the Pompidou Museum at their popular and sceney restaurant, Le George.`
There are plenty of places to enjoy views of the Tour Eiffel all over Paris. On a clear day you can even see it (albeit at a distance) from Sacré Coeur. This shot was taken from the top of the Pompidou Museum at their popular and sceney restaurant, Le George.`
Sarah is a special blend of fashion and business, having founded Ghubar Magazine in 2009 and most recently lemagazinenoir.com. She also has a stunningly stimulating Instagram account. Check her out: @dioufsarah.
Sarah is a special blend of fashion and business, having founded Ghubar Magazine in 2009 and most recently lemagazinenoir.com. She also has a stunningly stimulating Instagram account. Check her out: @dioufsarah.
Carol founded the fashion and beauty blog, Pretty Brown Eyes, and is also the co-founder of an ethnic and streetwear clothing line named Soul and Roots. She loves fashion and is passionate about celebrating Black women. - Visit carol’s site: http://prettybrowneyes-pbe.blogspot.fr
Carol founded the fashion and beauty blog, Pretty Brown Eyes, and is also the co-founder of an ethnic and streetwear clothing line named Soul and Roots. She loves fashion and is passionate about celebrating Black women. – Visit carol’s site: http://prettybrowneyes-pbe.blogspot.fr
Sarah
Sarah
Sonia is a native Parisian and student, who dabbles in a bit of modeling and loves to sing. Check her out on Instagram: @soniabonny.
Sonia is a native Parisian and student, who dabbles in a bit of modeling and loves to sing. Check her out on Instagram: @soniabonny.
Sonia
Sonia
In the center of Paris is Place de la Concorde, a bustling square right at the end of Jardin des Tuileries (the garden beside the Louvre). On a clear day you can take in its grandiose statues and even catch a glimpse of the Eiffel Tower.
In the center of Paris is Place de la Concorde, a bustling square right at the end of Jardin des Tuileries (the garden beside the Louvre). On a clear day you can take in its grandiose statues and even catch a glimpse of the Eiffel Tower.
Carol
Carol
Pont de l’Archevêché is one of the many bridges on which lovers from all over the world leave their locks of love. But several of these beautiful bridges in Paris are actually being weighed down by those loving mementos and the city has begun cutting many of the locks off.
Pont de l’Archevêché is one of the many bridges on which lovers from all over the world leave their locks of love. But several of these beautiful bridges in Paris are actually being weighed down by those loving mementos and the city has begun cutting many of the locks off.
The Seine divides Paris into two parts–the left and right bank, with the left bank being more like New York’s Upper East side and the right bank being a little more ‘funky.’ In the summer the City turns part of the Seine into “Paris Plage,” a beach within the city. Locals tend to steer clear of the ‘plage’ but it can actually be a pleasurable experience
The Seine divides Paris into two parts–the left and right bank, with the left bank being more like New York’s Upper East side and the right bank being a little more ‘funky.’ In the summer the City turns part of the Seine into “Paris Plage,” a beach within the city. Locals tend to steer clear of the ‘plage’ but it can actually be a pleasurable experience

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