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Doll Staycation

November 21, 2019

Doll Staycation

This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.com on behalf of ​The Red Collection. As always, all doll-pinions are our own.  Your bestie is the one by your side for laughs, happy hour, dancing, dress up – along with the tears and traumas all Dolls face in life. There are moments in life when you just can’t spend…

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/ Filed In: DOLLED UP
Tagged: boutique hotel, chicago, gold coast, great location, mag mile, magnificent mile, unique hotel

Wedding Dress Guide

January 9, 2018

Wedding Dress Guide

Wedding. Dress. Shopping. These three words – separately or combined – are music to the Dolls’ diamond clad ears. This magical experience is a dream come true for the fairytale inspired duo. When Caitlin announced her engagement, visions of lace, tulle and sparkle immediately ran through their heads!  The wedding dress search began at Mira…

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/ Filed In: AISLE STYLE
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Invest in Yourself

November 6, 2017

Invest in Yourself

Now is the time to fall in love with taking care of yourself.  After all, YOU are your longest commitment. Caitlin and Danielle believe in their value and potential – it is important enough for them to dedicate the energy, space and time to grow and create results. When you’re willing to take that leap of…

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/ Filed In: DOLL LIFE, HEALTHY DOLLS
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Paint the Town

October 19, 2017

Paint the Town

Red isn’t just a color, it’s a state of mind. Caitlin and Danielle received an invite to a dinner at The W hotel on Lake Shore Drive from a very special woman, Jen Worman, of Red Soles and Red Wine. Jen is a fashionista and one of the most creative dolls we know with a one-of-a-kind…

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Here’s an Idea

October 10, 2017

Here’s an Idea

When you’re keeping up with the glam 24/7, it’s easy to find yourself stuck in a busy routine. We all know that every Doll has to hustle (because hard work pays off in the end, of course) but we can’t let ourselves forget about self-care in between the countless meetings and social events. Luckily, getting…

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POP! Fizz Clink

September 19, 2017

POP! Fizz Clink

The bond of two best friends is bright like glitter and bubbly like champagne.  There’s no better way to celebrate your best Dolls than a glamorous and sophisticated night in the city. As Autumn approaches and the temps drop, Caitlin and Danielle head to POPS! Too much of anything is bad but, but too much…

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Transition Trends for Fall

September 1, 2017

Transition Trends for Fall

While best friends never go out of style, there does come a time to trade in summer trends for Fall fashion essentials. As soon as September 1st hits (hello Virgo season), it’s time to transition from frosé all day to a bold autumnal merlot. Here are three easy tips to transition your favorite Summer looks…

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Dog Days of Summer

August 14, 2017

Dog Days of Summer

Although taking care of our furry friends is important every day, it’s especially crucial during these hot summer months. Caitlin and Danielle stopped by the ABC7 State Street Studios to talk about the dog days of summer! Watch the segment here: Love is a four-legged word. When your furry companion is as cute and portable…

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10 Chicago Events

July 23, 2016

10 Chicago Events

There’s ALWAYS something to do in Chicago. This week the whole city is buzzing with anticipation of one of our favorite local fests, Lollapalooza. You can feel the energy radiating around every corner you turn – from the Gold Coast to Wicker Park and back. There are plenty of adventures to take place in this…

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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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