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God Bless our Baby Bestie

September 21, 2021

God Bless our Baby Bestie

Teddy’s baptism celebration was fit for a prince! Read to find some of our favorite local shops we used for the party.

/ Filed In: DOLL LIFE, Mama Doll
Tagged: balloons, baptism, blogger, cake, charcuterie, chicago, downers grove, glen ellyn, goodnight macaroon, hinsdale, midwest, oak brook, pretty, steve madden, western suburbs, wheaton, wine

One Hope

September 24, 2020

One Hope

Caitlin and Dani have always found beauty in life, and with that a reason to celebrate! The two best Dolls have been side-by-side (popping bottles) through through all kinds of ups and downs. Some might call them partners in wine. With a glimmer of hope, and a bestie by their side, these two believe anything…

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/ Filed In: MUSIC
Tagged: champagne, glitter, one hope, onehope, sparkle, sparkling wine, wine

Galentine’s Day

February 13, 2020

Galentine’s Day

Caitlin and Danielle cherish every opportunity to celebrate friendships, and today is one of their favorite holidays.  Galentine’s Day  is a dedicated day to cherish your best friend. How great is that? The Dolls have spent the last four years sharing their best-friend adventures on this blog and hope that it inspires you to hug…

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/ Filed In: DOLL LIFE, DRESS US UP
Tagged: chicago, four seasons, fschicago, galentines day, miss spa, winc, wine

2017 Holiday Gift Guide

December 14, 2017

2017 Holiday Gift Guide

While everyday gestures are  the most important gift of all,  a thoughtful present during the holiday season brings a special kind of cheer. The art of gift-giving is so much more than just the physical exchange of things — it’s a way to express your love and gratitude for friends and family. Caitlin  and Danielle adore…

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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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Wine Weekend Getaway in Paso Robles

March 20, 2017

Wine Weekend Getaway in Paso Robles

A picturesque wine region in central California is nothing but idyllic for a girls getaway. Paso Robles is quickly becoming a favorite destination amongst millennial wine connoisseurs and epicureans-in-training. When the Dolls first visited the Paso Robles wineries, Caitlin & Danielle knew that a grand trip was soon to come. The Doll duo called up some blogger babes to…

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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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Make it Rein(deer)

December 17, 2016

Make it Rein(deer)

There’s nothing quite like a little holiday cheer to power you through this busy season. From bake-athons to the flurry of events and all the shopping in-between… The Dolls adore the happy vibe. While it’s plenty of fun to make it REIN gifts for your loved ones, there is more to this holiday tradition than meets the…

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Cheese & Wine Pairings

August 12, 2016

Cheese & Wine Pairings

The Dolls are typically dairy-free but allow time for the occasional ice cream, pizza and probably one our favorites indulgences… cheese! We partnered with Cheeses of Europe to uncover the best cheese & wine pairings. Follow this simple how-to to host your next cocktail party or dinner party and ultimately #MakeItMagnifique! Caitlin and Danielle arrived to…

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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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