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Yin to my Yang

March 26, 2016

Can we talk about how great Chicago is? We live in a city where every corner is a new opportunity. In this life, we can take those opportunities and turn them into an unforgettable adventure – no matter how big or how small. Alter your path to explore Chicago. Take a chance. Notice the stories happening around you. Observe nature. Live to your fullest potential. Positivity is a choice.

Yin Yang Chinatown Chicago

For our latest photoshoot we were inspired by Yin and Yang. If you’re not familiar with the concept, it is described in Chinese philosophy as when opposite forces are actually interconnected. They even complement one another.

Say Yes to Adventure

With Caitlin’s light Scottish features and soft-spoken nature / Danielle’s olive Italian features and outspoken vibrancy, the two look like opposites on the surface.

The Dolls call each other soul sisters, because while they are so different in some elements they complement each other greatly. We believe in supporting others and sending a positive message to the universe

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Life isn’t perfect but your outfit can be. We always have a blast pulling our looks. Fashion is fun, and a perfect opportunity for us to harmlessly break some rules.

Explore Chicago

Keeping with the Yin Yang theme, Cait chose all black sequins and gold shoes to show how we sparkle like we mean it. To have add a little gangster to this look, we added this Namaste beanie. Dani wore all white in paige denim jeans ripped herself, a white lace crop top and nude pumps. We added a vintage fur hat to make this look on point.

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As for the backdrop – we chose one of our favorite local adventure spots – Chinatown.

Chinatown Chicago

If you live in Chicago and haven’t been here yet. Stop what you are doing and make plans to get there now!

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Here are a few of our favorite recommendations:

  • PHO: The Noodle
  • DIM SUM: Phoenix
  • ART: HoyPoloi Gallery
  • GIFTS: Chinatown Bazaar

Adventure in Chicago

Always remember… Say yes to adventure.

Say yes to adventure

Chinatown Chicago

Photography by: Josiah Thorngate

   

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Comments

  1. Robin Masshole Mommy says

    March 22, 2016 at 2:24 pm

    I love the photos. I have always wanted to go to Chicago. It seems similar to my home city of Boston.

    Reply
    • Dollhouse says

      March 22, 2016 at 3:09 pm

      Chicago is amazing! You should definitely come visit… Come in the Spring or Summer! XO

      Reply
  2. Melissa says

    March 22, 2016 at 4:19 pm

    Super cute post! I love how you styled your individual outfits

    Reply
    • Dollhouse says

      March 22, 2016 at 5:45 pm

      Thanks, Doll! XO

      Reply
  3. Kelly - A Side of Sweet says

    March 22, 2016 at 5:15 pm

    Great recs! I’ll be in Chicago later this year so I’ll definitely check them out!

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    • Dollhouse says

      March 22, 2016 at 5:45 pm

      Fun! We hope you are visiting in the sweet summertime. XO

      Reply
  4. Tara says

    March 22, 2016 at 5:15 pm

    I have not been to Chicago’s China Town yet, only to SF, Boston, LA, NYC and Vancouver’s. Yum! Fun photo back drops!

    Reply
    • Dollhouse says

      March 22, 2016 at 5:44 pm

      It’s such a fun destination. You’ll have to visit next time you’re in town. XO

      Reply
  5. Charlotte says

    March 22, 2016 at 5:56 pm

    Looks like a great place to visit! we have never been to chicago but I love the Yin Yang theme! and the outfits are amazing – the black two piece is my favourite – I love a bit of bling :p

    Reply
    • Dollhouse says

      March 22, 2016 at 7:21 pm

      Hi Charlotte, Thanks so much! You’re a Doll 🙂

      Reply
  6. Mariah says

    March 22, 2016 at 6:20 pm

    How awesome! I love seeing images of other places! So much color!
    http://www.spaghettiandmashedpotatoes.com/

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    • Dollhouse says

      March 22, 2016 at 6:49 pm

      Thanks, Mariah! We love the vibrant colors. XO

      Reply
  7. Kayleigh says

    March 22, 2016 at 7:54 pm

    Such a cute post! Love the location!
    http://www.kayleighskloset.com

    Reply
    • Dollhouse says

      March 22, 2016 at 8:00 pm

      That’s Kayleigh! It was a glam adventure 🙂

      Reply
  8. Skye says

    March 22, 2016 at 8:34 pm

    I would love to visit Chicago one day! Pictures look amazing!

    Reply
  9. Kait says

    March 22, 2016 at 9:29 pm

    My husband and I visited Chicago last fall and had so much fun 🙂 Your outfits are especially cute in these pictures! Great photos 🙂

    Reply
  10. Beeb Ashcroft says

    March 22, 2016 at 9:49 pm

    Positivity IS a choice, I couldn’t agree more! Daily we have to choose to look on the bright side or our day is going nowhere fast!

    Reply
    • Dollhouse says

      March 23, 2016 at 4:08 pm

      YES! You said it 🙂

      Reply
  11. Audrey Stowe says

    March 23, 2016 at 12:25 am

    awww SUCH a fun post girl!!!

    Reply
    • Dollhouse says

      March 23, 2016 at 4:07 pm

      Thanks, Doll! We appreciate you checking it out. XO

      Reply
  12. Elana says

    March 23, 2016 at 12:25 am

    Your outfits are so cute and I love how supportive you are of one another.

    Reply
  13. Ana De- Jesus says

    March 23, 2016 at 1:05 am

    Please take me to Chicago ASAP, the street art scene there is insane and I would love to document that!

    Reply
  14. Savannah says

    March 23, 2016 at 1:55 am

    This is the COOLEST idea! Love the outfits.

    http://thealwaysblog.com

    Reply
  15. Debra says

    March 23, 2016 at 2:02 am

    I love those sequins. They are simply gorgeous. What a fun outfit!

    Reply
  16. Annaliese says

    March 23, 2016 at 2:17 am

    Chinatown looks AWESOME! How fun that you both styled cop tops differently!

    xoxo A
    http://www.southernbelleintraining.com

    Reply
    • Dollhouse says

      March 23, 2016 at 4:07 pm

      Thanks, Annaliese! We have so much fun pulling looks for our photoshoots 🙂 XO

      Reply
  17. Sarah says

    March 23, 2016 at 2:32 am

    Love the outfits! I’ve never been to Chicago but I’ve always wanted to go, after reading this I want to go even more!

    Reply
    • Dollhouse says

      March 23, 2016 at 4:07 pm

      Hi Sarah, You should totally come visit! We’re counting down the minutes til the temp warms up. XO

      Reply
  18. Lauren says

    March 23, 2016 at 3:32 am

    Aw!!!!! How cute is this?! And I LOVE Chicago!!
    xx
    Lauren
    The Fashionista’s Diary

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    • Dollhouse says

      March 23, 2016 at 4:06 pm

      Thanks, Lauren! Chicago loves you back. Come visit for patio season 🙂

      Reply
  19. Ashley says

    March 23, 2016 at 4:24 am

    What a fun shoot!! You two are the cutest! Love both of your outfits!

    xo Ashley

    Reply
  20. tp keane says

    March 23, 2016 at 11:14 am

    What great photo’s. Love the fact that you’re wearing opposite colours too.

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    • Dollhouse says

      March 23, 2016 at 4:06 pm

      Thanks, TP! We went with a Yin and Yang theme for this – it was a fun concept 🙂

      Reply
  21. Nikka Shae says

    March 23, 2016 at 11:43 am

    You ladies look beautiful!! What a fun photoshoot!!!

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    • Dollhouse says

      March 23, 2016 at 4:05 pm

      Thanks, Nikka! We had a blast. XO

      Reply
  22. Danielle says

    March 23, 2016 at 1:15 pm

    This is such a cute post! I love the location and your outfits 🙂

    xoxo, Danielle
    http://www.glamrme.com

    Reply
    • Dollhouse says

      March 23, 2016 at 4:05 pm

      Thanks, Danielle! You are so kind.

      Reply
  23. Morgan says

    March 23, 2016 at 2:26 pm

    You two are friendship goals! I love what you said about always say yes to adventure!

    -Morgan
    How 2 Wear It [] http://how2wearit.com

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    • Dollhouse says

      March 23, 2016 at 4:05 pm

      Awww thanks, Morgan! We’re super grateful for our friendship and just want to spread the positivity. XO

      Reply
  24. Dia All The Things I Do says

    March 23, 2016 at 2:33 pm

    Chicago is pretty awesome. I don’t know if I could survive the winter but oh the pizza. I have never been to any Chinatown. I love that you’re just taking photos in the street lol so fun!

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    • Dollhouse says

      March 23, 2016 at 4:04 pm

      Oh the pizza! You are singing our song. We had a blast in Chinatown – it’s one of our favorite spots. You should definitely check it out! XO

      Reply
  25. Jordyn says

    March 23, 2016 at 3:51 pm

    I love that you used Yin and Yang as photoshoot inspiration! Chinatown made such a fun backdrop for these photos!

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    • Dollhouse says

      March 23, 2016 at 4:03 pm

      Thank you, Jordyn! It was a fun concept especially as we work to send a positive message out there. XO

      Reply
  26. Paola says

    March 23, 2016 at 4:39 pm

    I love the pictures, you two look great!

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  27. Becca says

    March 23, 2016 at 6:09 pm

    I definitely want to visit Chicago one day! Love the inspiration behind this shoot, and you both look great!

    Reply
  28. Heather lawrence says

    March 23, 2016 at 8:51 pm

    each one of those hats are so cute, I’m going to have to find a toque just like that !

    Reply
  29. Candi says

    March 23, 2016 at 10:24 pm

    You both are so cute. I love the pictures and the clothing. I have not been to Chicago before.

    Reply
    • Dollhouse says

      March 24, 2016 at 1:51 am

      Thank you, Candi! You’re a Doll! You should totally come visit Chicago – it’s a great city. XO

      Reply
  30. Eva / Kid Minds says

    March 23, 2016 at 11:20 pm

    You look great in your yin-and-yang outfits. And Josiah is a very adventurous photographer taking pictures of you in the middle of the traffic. Stay warm!

    Reply
    • Dollhouse says

      March 24, 2016 at 1:47 am

      Thanks Eva! Josiah is the best. He was actually safely across the street 🙂

      Reply
  31. Bella B (xoxoBella) says

    March 24, 2016 at 2:48 am

    Great photos! The location makes a great backdrop.

    Reply
  32. jill conyers says

    March 24, 2016 at 8:02 am

    Chicago is my second favorite city and it has one of my all time favorite races to run.

    Reply
  33. Sara Kate says

    March 24, 2016 at 2:06 pm

    You guys are so cute! I love this post. What a fun adventure.

    xo,
    Sara Kate

    Reply
    • Dollhouse says

      March 24, 2016 at 5:46 pm

      Thanks, Sara! You’re a Doll 🙂

      Reply
  34. Clare Speer says

    March 24, 2016 at 9:14 pm

    I have heard so many wonderful things about Chicago… but of course I don’t really think I would want to go there in the wintertime! I love these photos – especially the ones where you guys are dressed in black and white! Very cute!

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    • Dollhouse says

      March 24, 2016 at 9:20 pm

      Thanks, Clare! You are so sweet. You totally have to come to Chicago in sweet summertime. The vibe is so on point. XO

      Reply
  35. Clare Speer says

    March 24, 2016 at 9:18 pm

    Not sure if my first comment came through – but I have heard wonderful things about Chicago! And I love your pics – looks like fun – and I love your black and white outfits! Too too cute!

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    • Dollhouse says

      March 24, 2016 at 9:20 pm

      🙂

      Reply
  36. Stephanie Ziajka says

    March 24, 2016 at 10:38 pm

    Girrrrrl, these pictures are amazing! So gosh darn fabulous!

    xo,
    Stephanie
    Diary of a Debutante
    http://www.thediaryofadebutante.com

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    • Dollhouse says

      March 25, 2016 at 3:12 pm

      Thanks, Doll! You are so sweet. XO

      Reply
  37. Alexandra Hollander says

    March 24, 2016 at 10:52 pm

    This is too cute, both of your outfits are absolutely to die for!

    Reply
    • Dollhouse says

      March 25, 2016 at 3:12 pm

      Thanks, Alexandra! You’re a Doll!

      Reply
  38. CourtneyLynne says

    March 24, 2016 at 11:55 pm

    Omg I just love Chicago!! Chicago was the first place hubby and I ever went together for a getaway!

    Reply
  39. amy valle says

    March 25, 2016 at 2:49 am

    love chicago !! this post makes me want to visit again soon <3

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    • Dollhouse says

      March 25, 2016 at 3:11 pm

      It’s so great! Come visit in the sweet summatime. XO

      Reply
  40. Jennifer L. } Modern Chic says

    March 25, 2016 at 8:18 am

    I miss Chi-town! I remember going to Chinatown often for dim sum. The memories!

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  41. Anne says

    March 25, 2016 at 8:59 pm

    Love the yin and yang look. Great location to shoot as well.

    Reply
    • Dollhouse says

      March 28, 2016 at 4:52 pm

      Thank you, Doll! XO

      Reply
  42. Sabina says

    March 26, 2016 at 4:53 pm

    Your blog is fabulous! So much interesting information!!!! Love it!
    Cheers, Sabina

    Reply
    • Dollhouse says

      March 28, 2016 at 4:50 pm

      Thanks for stopping by the Dollhouse, Sabina! We have an open-door policy. Come back anytime.

      Reply
  43. karissa Ancell says

    March 30, 2016 at 1:17 am

    I’d love to spend some time in Chicago. I’ve only ever been there on a layover and never got to see anything.

    Reply

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