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National Unicorn Day

April 9, 2016

Happy National Unicorn Day! It’s time for a magical celebration full of sparkles, rainbows, fields of daisies, magic… and plaid? Yes! It’s a little known fact that the unicorn is the national animal of Scotland, and there’s a very special connection between this mystical creature and a certain plaid – or tartan.

National Unicorn Day - Campbell Plaid

You may already know that the Dolls love to play the connections game – and this post has a few! Let’s start from the top. Some might call the Dolls free spirits. We live life to the fullest, we soak up magic this beautiful life has to offer, and we spread our sparkle along the way.

National Unicorn Day

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Have you heard the concept of spirit animals? To us, it’s a fun way to reflect on ourselves – who we were meant to be, who we are and where we are going in life. Your sprit animal is a representation of the traits and skills that you are supposed to learn or have. Dani is a peacock – she’s gorgeous and glam. She’s a performer (follow her on snapchat @dani_somm and see for yourself). She lights up the room when she walks in and spreads her beauty wherever she goes. CC is a unicorn – she sees the world through rose colored glasses. She looks to the sky and a rainbow appears on a cloudy day. Everything shines bright and if it doesn’t, she’ll simply add a little sparkle. She’s bright, sparkly, creative and can’t help but show it.

Chicago Fashion and lifestyle blog - Onceuponadollhouse.comNational Unicorn DayOne of  the Dolls family lineage hales from Scotland – if you didn’t guess by the fair skin and blonde hair, it’s Cait. Cait Campbell.. Sparkly Unicorn Goddess of West Town, Chicago.

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The unicorn is the national animal of Scotland. The Royal Coat of Arms of Scotland, used prior to 1603 by the Kings of Scotland was supported by two unicorns and the current royal coat of arms of the United Kingdom is supported by a unicorn for Scotland along with a lion for England. The unicorn is frequently found as an ornament on mercat crosses.

National Animal of Scotland Unicorn

Caitlin’s Scottish lineage comes from her dad’s side of the family. The Campbell Clan is historically one of the largest and most powerful of the Highland clans. There’s even a castle with the namesake in Scotland!

No Campbell, or person of a related name, who was not brought up in Scotland itself should ever feel that because they are out of touch with the incredible riches of their clan heritage that they are in any way less a “Campbell.” The history is there, and for some the genes also. Whether the “heart is in the Highlands” or not, is a matter of understanding and of personal style.” – Clan Campbell website

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Black Watch is the official tartan of the Campbell Clan, but there are actually a few variations. Of course all Campbell tartans are based upon the Black Watch. Caitlin and Dani are wearing Campbell Dress Tartan or Campbell of Argyll.  This version came about when the Sixth Duke of Argyll added a white line to his tartan to distinguish himself as Clan Chief. He was the only member of the family to do so, but the tartan has persisted as “Campbell of Argyll”. Seams like he had to stand out and be a little different, what a Unicorn! This plaid is often sold by Ralph Lauren and J. Crew πŸ™‚

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Caitlin and Dani were compelled to pay homage to where we’re from on National Unicorn Day. It’s important to hold your own history close to your heart and to hold your family to your heart. Styling the Campbell plaid for National Unicorn Day is a nod to the gratitude we have for where we’re coming from as we continue this journey in life.

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The Campbell Clan Crest

   

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Comments

  1. CourtneyLynne says

    April 10, 2016 at 12:07 am

    Omg national unicorn day?!?! How did I not know this!!! Best day ever and it’s pretty much over πŸ™ Ughhh….. Anyway… You two look so cute πŸ™‚ loving the flowers!

    • Dollhouse says

      April 10, 2016 at 10:52 pm

      Thanks, Courtney! Mark it in your calendar πŸ™‚ Anything’s possible on National Unicorn Day. XO

  2. Jasmin Saunders says

    April 10, 2016 at 1:36 am

    What a lovely dress and you sure own it. Those pictures are gorgeous. Keep it up.

    • Dollhouse says

      April 10, 2016 at 10:51 pm

      Thanks, Jasmin! You’re a Doll.

  3. Rachel Langer says

    April 10, 2016 at 2:43 am

    I had no idea it was National Unicorn Day! Today is also my son’s birthday. πŸ™‚

    • Dollhouse says

      April 10, 2016 at 10:51 pm

      Happy Birthday to your son πŸ™‚

  4. Jessica Bradshaw says

    April 10, 2016 at 2:49 am

    I had no idea! My nickname is unicorn because red hair blue eyes is the rarest combo, so my friends say I am a unicorn. Love your adorable photos!

    • Dollhouse says

      April 10, 2016 at 10:50 pm

      Love it, Jessica! You are a unicorn. XO

  5. Karen says

    April 10, 2016 at 2:52 am

    I did not realize that Scotland had the unicorn as the national animal nor that there was a National Unicorn Day. Love Cait’s hair

    • Dollhouse says

      April 10, 2016 at 10:50 pm

      Thanks, Karen! Anything can happen on National Unicorn Day πŸ™‚ especially flower crowns!

  6. Terri says

    April 10, 2016 at 3:34 am

    Cute post! I don’t know there was a special day for unicorns! I love black watch plaid. I have a beautiful wool blanket in that pattern. Happy Saturday!

    • Dollhouse says

      April 10, 2016 at 10:49 pm

      Thanks for sharing, Terri! We’re sure your blanket is beautiful. XO

  7. Jasmine says

    April 10, 2016 at 4:27 am

    Super cute post! Where did you get the plaid dress?

    • Dollhouse says

      April 10, 2016 at 10:47 pm

      Thank you, Jasmine! The plaid dress is by Ralph Lauren Denim & Supply. Picked it up at Macy’s. They have a great selection!

  8. Eva / Kid Minds says

    April 10, 2016 at 1:47 pm

    Who would have thought unicorns are Scotland’s national animal! I was so stunned I had to do some fact checking to believe it! My daughter is a huge fan of unicorns and we have every unicorn in the world (not one dressed in plaid for some reason). Love your outfits! I love plaid, but plaid doesn’t like me for some reason. Last year I bought a gorgeous plaid dress and after posting in front of the mirror for a good hour, I was forced to return it. I just couldn’t make it work for me.

    • Dollhouse says

      April 10, 2016 at 10:46 pm

      Thanks, Eva! We love the creativity and positivity the unicorn elicits. We’re sure your daughter is bringin the positive unicorn vibes! Thanks so much for sharing – you are so kind. Not every pattern is for everyone – at least you know what works for you πŸ™‚ XOXO

  9. Shannon says

    April 10, 2016 at 4:42 pm

    You ladies look great, I love that plaid dress! Never knew the connection of unicorns and Scotland OR that there was a national unicorn day πŸ™‚

    • Dollhouse says

      April 10, 2016 at 10:44 pm

      Thanks, Shannon! Lots of fun info today πŸ™‚

  10. Amber Nelson says

    April 10, 2016 at 5:14 pm

    National Unicorn Day? That is awesome. My daughter loves unicorns! HA!

  11. LizZ H. says

    April 10, 2016 at 5:40 pm

    I love the long plaid dress! and the flower crowns are perfect!

    • Dollhouse says

      April 10, 2016 at 10:44 pm

      Thanks, Doll! You’re so kind. XO

  12. courtney says

    April 10, 2016 at 6:48 pm

    I had no idea there was a national unicorn day but that’s kind of amazing! You both look gorgeous!

    • Dollhouse says

      April 10, 2016 at 10:43 pm

      Thanks, Doll! XO

  13. Klauss says

    April 10, 2016 at 7:34 pm

    Today we went to visit the two beautiful fairies, it was very cool! Thank you for your hospitality πŸ™‚

    • Dollhouse says

      April 10, 2016 at 10:49 pm

      Fairies are always hospitable! XO

  14. Jeanine says

    April 11, 2016 at 2:09 am

    So gorgeous! I love each photo, the clothes are gorgeous too. I adore that long plaid dress…. and who doesn’t love a flower crown!

  15. Robin Masshole Mommy says

    April 11, 2016 at 1:19 pm

    I had no idea there was a National Unicorn Day! What a fun day to celebrate unicorns! I love it.

  16. candy says

    April 11, 2016 at 1:28 pm

    Unicorns and plaid went together who knew. Great looking plaid dress and shirt. Love flower headband.

    • Dollhouse says

      April 11, 2016 at 2:02 pm

      Thanks, Doll!

  17. karen says

    April 11, 2016 at 1:52 pm

    Spirit animals are my jam! I am totally connected to a kitty. For sure – no doubt about it! haha… But unicorn would be amazing as well! Loving the photos and the vibe of this post!
    Karen | GlamKaren.com

  18. Amanda Love says

    April 11, 2016 at 1:58 pm

    I just heard about that when a friend of mine posted it on Facebook along with a recipe she made. I didn’t even know such a day existed. Wow! BTW I’m loving the outfits.

  19. Michelle @ Sunshine and Hurricanes says

    April 11, 2016 at 2:27 pm

    It’s always interesting when you can create a connection between your heritage and your clothes! And unicorns are my favorite!

    • Dollhouse says

      April 11, 2016 at 4:22 pm

      Thanks, Michelle! We had fun with this one πŸ™‚

  20. Chrissie Em says

    April 11, 2016 at 2:40 pm

    A day just for unicorns? I’m there! I absolutely loved this post and your dresses are gorgeous.

    • Dollhouse says

      April 11, 2016 at 3:34 pm

      Thanks, Chrissie! You’re so kind. XO

  21. Angela Tolsma says

    April 11, 2016 at 3:12 pm

    I love love those tights! So pretty!

    • Dollhouse says

      April 11, 2016 at 3:34 pm

      Thanks, Angela! They’re ombre fishnets. We found them at Urban Outfitters.

  22. Alexis says

    April 11, 2016 at 4:25 pm

    Unicorn day?! How did I not know about this day – that’s incredible! I will have to celebrate next year!

    • Dollhouse says

      April 11, 2016 at 6:41 pm

      Anything’s possible on National Unicorn Day πŸ˜‰

  23. Roxanne says

    April 11, 2016 at 5:18 pm

    Such a fun post! I admit I was hoping to see actual unicorns. I have two little girls absolutely obsessed with unicorns. πŸ˜‰

  24. Michele says

    April 11, 2016 at 7:03 pm

    You guys are so cute! I love that you talked about National Unicorn Day because everyone at work thought I was crazy ahha. This is so cute. Great post! xx felinebykatsairs.com

    • Dollhouse says

      April 11, 2016 at 7:44 pm

      Love that you celebrated, Michele! Unicorns unite πŸ™‚

  25. Ashley says

    April 11, 2016 at 7:27 pm

    You guys look absolutely adorable and I love the way you honored Cait’s family. Great post!

    • Dollhouse says

      April 11, 2016 at 7:43 pm

      Thanks, Ashley! XO

  26. Kait says

    April 11, 2016 at 8:23 pm

    I love the fact about the unicorn and Scotland — I had no idea! Scotland is on my bucket list to visit one day..here’s to hoping! You guys looks cute in your plaid!

  27. Heather lawrence says

    April 11, 2016 at 9:10 pm

    My family came from Scotland way back in the day but I have no idea what the family coat of arms are. Love that your photos have beautiful spring flowers and snow. LOL!! Looks like winter in Alberta.

  28. Jessica says

    April 11, 2016 at 10:19 pm

    Love this lol – my hub’s spirit animal is a wolf… I’m not so sure haha! Do I get to decide?

    • Dollhouse says

      April 11, 2016 at 10:25 pm

      You can decide! Why not πŸ™‚ What do you think your spirit animal is?

  29. CourtneyLynne says

    April 11, 2016 at 10:28 pm

    Omg I’m so mad I basically missed unicorn day!!! I didn’t even hear about it until I was laying in bed that night -_-

  30. Ana De- Jesus says

    April 11, 2016 at 10:31 pm

    Happy Unicorn day, I love the idea of having a spirit animal. Mine would be a cat!

  31. tpkeane says

    April 12, 2016 at 1:28 am

    I love that you guys celebrated national unicorn day. So much fun. I love the flowers too.

    • Dollhouse says

      April 12, 2016 at 2:33 pm

      Thanks, Doll! Isn’t every day unicorn day?! πŸ˜‰

  32. Debra says

    April 12, 2016 at 3:22 am

    That long dress is simply amazing! You two are just so cute. Love your shoots!

    • Dollhouse says

      April 12, 2016 at 1:38 pm

      Thanks, Debra! You’re a Doll.

  33. tiaras and tantrums says

    April 12, 2016 at 3:43 am

    I love that you gals braved the cold and the SNOW to take these gorgeous images!

    • Dollhouse says

      April 12, 2016 at 1:37 pm

      Thanks, Doll! The things we do for photoshoots πŸ™‚

  34. jill conyers says

    April 12, 2016 at 8:03 am

    Now I’m convinced there truly is a “national day of ______” for everything. This looks like a fun shoot.

    • Dollhouse says

      April 12, 2016 at 1:37 pm

      LOL that may be true, Jill! Even so… National Unicorn Day is one of our favorites πŸ™‚

  35. alexandria says

    April 12, 2016 at 2:27 pm

    I love plaid. That cut on that dress is amazing and I love a good flower crown. So pretty. I didnt know Unicorns had a special day.

    • Dollhouse says

      April 12, 2016 at 2:33 pm

      Thanks, Alexandria! XO

  36. KRYSTLE COOK says

    April 12, 2016 at 2:49 pm

    National Unicorn Day. I didn’t know such a day existed. It looks like you guys had tons of fun!

  37. Megan McCoig says

    April 12, 2016 at 6:21 pm

    I love the outfits. You both look great in plaid!

    • Dollhouse says

      April 12, 2016 at 8:00 pm

      Thanks, Megan! We had fun pulling these looks together. Plaid for Spring can happen!

  38. Tamara says

    April 12, 2016 at 8:01 pm

    Love the floral crown. I want to learn how to make one.

    • Dollhouse says

      April 12, 2016 at 8:02 pm

      Yay! Thanks, Tamara. I think we’re going to put together a tutorial πŸ™‚

  39. Liv says

    April 12, 2016 at 9:19 pm

    I missed National Unicorn day! Oh dear. Next year for sure.

    • Dollhouse says

      April 12, 2016 at 9:21 pm

      Mark your calendar now! hehe πŸ™‚

  40. Heather says

    April 12, 2016 at 9:38 pm

    I had no idea there was a national unicorn day, this is definitely going to please my little girl πŸ™‚ Love the coat of arms!

    • Dollhouse says

      April 12, 2016 at 10:56 pm

      Thanks, Heather! There are some fun facts in here about the history of the unicorn. XO

  41. Heather Davis says

    April 12, 2016 at 9:41 pm

    Who knew there was a national unicorn day?

    • Dollhouse says

      April 12, 2016 at 10:56 pm

      Not mad about it thou!

  42. Diedre says

    April 12, 2016 at 10:16 pm

    Who knew this was a celebration! How interesting! You learn something new everyday. Happy celebration!

    • Dollhouse says

      April 12, 2016 at 10:56 pm

      Thanks, Diedra! You’re a Doll πŸ™‚

  43. Becca says

    April 12, 2016 at 11:47 pm

    I love your dress!! I got really excited to hear about National Unicorn Day. I mean, who doesn’t love unicorns?

  44. Di Hickman says

    April 13, 2016 at 12:29 am

    Wow seems like there is a day for everything now!!! Love the photo’s, those outfits are totally awesome.

    • Dollhouse says

      April 14, 2016 at 9:33 pm

      Thanks, Di! XO

  45. michele ~ west via midwest says

    April 13, 2016 at 4:38 am

    I’ll celebrate any day if I can wear that beautiful floral headband in my hair! It is simply stunning!!

  46. Siniciliya says

    April 13, 2016 at 7:09 am

    You are true dolls and dolls need … dresses πŸ™‚
    Love your photos and flowers in your hair πŸ˜‰

    http://www.siniciliya.com

  47. nicole torres says

    April 13, 2016 at 11:44 pm

    Your stockings are adorable .My not into fashion these days but the outfits are adorable. I love long flowy dresses.

  48. Hannah Adkins says

    April 14, 2016 at 2:03 pm

    You guys look awesome! I’m loving all of the tartan prints! Also, I didn’t even know Unicorn day was a thing. Thats awesome!

  49. Jessi says

    April 16, 2016 at 11:45 pm

    I had no idea this was a thing! πŸ™‚ Learned something new today πŸ™‚

  50. karissa Ancell says

    April 17, 2016 at 12:09 am

    National Unicorn day, how fun! I love the flower crown, so pretty

  51. Stephanie says

    April 17, 2016 at 3:44 am

    Happy National Unicorn Day to you gals too!! You two are definitely so cute together and love your outfits and pictures!

    http://www.sartorialdiner.com

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  53. Lana @ The Joy Blog says

    April 24, 2016 at 12:54 am

    Love the long flowing dress. I wish I had one like it!

    • Micheal Ridgeley says

      October 15, 2018 at 7:25 pm

      I was wishing that too for my girl.

  54. Micheal Ridgeley says

    October 15, 2018 at 7:23 pm

    flawless makeup and hairdo

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