Aubree G.'s winning essay:

I am a simple California girl whose obsession with dreaming has created the perfect summer vacation in Paris, France. Fashion, a true love of mine and eternal passion, is the essence of this breathtaking city of lights! I see myself standing in the middle of this couture haven with my long auburn hair pulled back in a tight chignon as I bask in the ambience of this beautiful city. As I strut down the Avenue des Champs-Elysees, I would be drowning in Chanel, from the black embroidered cocktail dress to the metallic shoes and stack of glimmering bangle bracelets. The Calfskin flap bag would rest on my shoulder, lightly brushing my hip, and glamour would be rushing throughout my veins. A friendly “Boujour,” would slip through my lips and although my American accent would be present, people will stop and think to themselves, “That girl, she is fashion!”