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Heavily Meditated

May 3, 2017

Heavily Meditated

Caitlin and Danielle adore their city and are proud to call Chicago their hOMe. As you venture from neighborhood to neighborhood, there are countless people, places and activities that will flip your perspective. The Dolls recently discovered a new Chicago  yoga studio to hone their practice and stay heavily meditated – Mirepoix Mercantile. Caitlin and Danielle…

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Metaphysical Detox

April 7, 2017

Metaphysical Detox

Spring has sprung and longer, warmer days are brightening up our routines. For most Chicagoans, the essence of Spring comes to life when we finally put away our heavy coats and boots in exchange for cardigans and sandals.  Caitlin and Danielle spent time this Winter reflecting on grace, gratitude and our personal evolution. For the Dolls, Spring has a very symbolic meaning… It is a time for the rebirth of mind, body and soul. Outside the flowers…

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San Francisco Baes

March 31, 2017

San Francisco Baes

With stunning scenery of the hilly terrain, candy colored homes, warm days and chill nights, this enchanted city has Caitlin and Danielle’s hearts. The Dolls stopped in America’s Favorite City on our way to wine country with our girl squad for an impromptu adventure. San Francisco is a city beckoned to be visited with your bae. Here…

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Chicago’s New Date Spot

March 4, 2017

Chicago’s New Date Spot

There’s nothing Chicago craves more than a new establishment to gather with your nearest and dearest. When Caitlin and Danielle were asked to preview the menu at Ella Elli, the Doll duo headed over to Lakeview to experience the 75-seat restaurant. This charming lounge and dining space is sleek and modern with a 1920’s romantic vibrancy….

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Beauty of Love

February 19, 2017

Beauty of Love

Each month allows Caitlin and Danielle to share more love with the universe at the Dollhouse. As every Doll knows, the month of February is extra lovey… Maybe it’s because of Valentine’s Day or maybe it’s because of National American Heart month. Either way, Caitlin and Danielle don’t mind the heart shaped everything during this time of year. They also don’t…

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Suites are Sweet

February 9, 2017

Suites are Sweet

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, Dolls everywhere are dreaming of the moment their fairytale turns from once upon a time to happily ever after. Whether you are celebrating February 14th with yourself, your bestie or your beau – it’s so important to take a moment to celebrate love!  Here are three different ways…

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Dolls Two Favorite F Words

February 7, 2017

Dolls Two Favorite F Words

Don’t let your mind wander… this is after all, a tale of two dainty Dolls. Fashion & Food is one of life’s best pairings and there’s one day each week when worlds perfectly collide. This week we are celebrating Taco Tuesday by getting DOLL’ed up and exploring our beautiful city. At this point in our Dollationship, it should…

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Pizza our Hearts

January 25, 2017

Pizza our Hearts

When someone steals a pizza your heart, you want to celebrate them every day… and especially on Valentine’s Day! If there’s two people to share the love with this February, it’s your bestie and your boyfriend. No ordinary gift for your boyfriend will do this year – the Dolls have rounded up the gifts your…

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Bestie VDay Style

January 22, 2017

Bestie VDay Style

Love is in the air as Valentine’s Day quickly approaches. How sweet it is to live in this glorious city, to be surrounded by fabulous friends and to dress up in love. Caitlin and Danielle are swooning over trend-setting pieces from T&J Designs to wear and gift your bestie this season. We’ve recently fallen head over…

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The Doll Docket: Winter To Do’s

January 11, 2017

The Doll Docket: Winter To Do’s

When it’s the season to be freezin, there are some days when Dolls must simply create their own sunshine. Amidst the frigid temps, early sunsets, hot cocoa & Netflix marathons, there are plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy the magic of this beautiful city. The Dollhouse calendar is packed with occasions to share our…

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Once upon a time... there were two best friends that lived in a Dollhouse. That's where the story began. While the pages of this digital storybook keep turning, one thing remains the same. Caitlin and Dani are by each other's side through the ups, downs and all the realness in between.

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