Pin-Up Party Round TWO!

Dottie's Delights is crazy with events and we hope you are able to share in them with us!  But, I must admit the Pin-Up Photo parties are definitely my favorite!  We love transforming curious ladies into real pin-up queens and showing you that anyone can be a glamorous vixen!  We are still holding hostage most of our results from our last shoot in February, but I have one great teaser photo to share as we promote the next party coming to you THIS SATURDAY!

 

Photo by Jane Gaspar Photography, Models: Kimberly Lynn & Kayleigh

The best part?  A very rare opportunity -- this even it totally FREE!  No appointment necessary!  Shoots and makeovers are on a first come, first serve basis.  And if you like the results from your shoot (which trust us, you will), images can be purchased at a very special limited event pricing!  This will be a "mini" version of the shoot, but there is still plenty of fun treats and surprises to be had!

Please join us Saturday, April 9th from 10am - 7pm at The 900 Shops on the 5th floor (900 N. Michigan Avenue) for all these perks and more:

*pin-up hair 'dos by Mario Tricoci Salon

*Makeup touch-up plus tips & tricks from Benefit Cosmetics

*mini photo shoot w/ Maypole Studios 

*Wardrobe provided by Dottie's Delights (and Audey dresses for the lingerie photo-timid)

*Dazzling hair accessories will be available from the new line of Love, Lulu Mae exclusively for Dottie's Delights -- The Glamourette Collection!

*Booze-infused cupcakes served pin-up style by the gorgeous "labettes" from Sweet Vee's Laboratory

*Vosges chocolates truffle tasting from 4-6pm!  Special gifts w/ purchase!

*All issues of Retro Lovely magazine will be on sale and available for pin-up inspiration!

*Lots of great props to set the mood, including THE MOST AMAZING PINK HEART SHAPED TANDEM BICYCLE WILL BE AVAILABLE TO SHOOT WITH.  THERE ARE ONLY 10 IN THE WORLD, ONLY 2 IN THE U.S.!  

When you see it, you will be glad you did not miss this.

We will not only have the Lily Collection available for purchase, but we will also have past collections and special sparkle pieces available to special order and to play with in your shoot! 

 To RSVP: go here

***Please note, because all of our bras are made on a special order basis, we do not have every size available.  If you would like to make sure we have your size available, please send me an email here to make a custom order or to inquire about availability on existing pieces.  Our girdles and garter belts have a size range from XS-2X and our panties go up to an XL***

Manicures & Mocktails!

Please join us on April 1st from 3-8pm for the first of two very exciting events to pamper your girlie side at The 900 Shops.

A lovely afternoon Dottie's Delights and Miriam Cecilia Trunk Show with complimentary manicures by Mario Tricoci.  Browse the latest collections while enjoying snacks and sipping on signature faux cocktails inspired by each of the designers. 

We will have the full Lily Collection available for purchase, including garter belts, girdle skirts, and high waisted sheer panties plus free bra fittings for your very own custom made-to-order brassiere!

Purchase a $5 raffle ticket for your chance to win some fab prizes including:

*50 minute Swedish massage from Mario Tricoci (valued at $78)

*Vosges Chocolate truffle gift sets

*Miriam Cecilia signature mica necklace

*Dottie's Delights sheer knickers from the Lily Collection

*more!!

900 NORTH MICHIGAN AVENUE  *  5TH FLOOR  *  CHICAGO, IL

Valentine's Pin-Up Photo Shoot Event!

I am soo excited to finally be able to announce a fabulous event that I have been dreaming of for ages!  It just so happens we were able to pull it off just in time for Valentine's Day with some amazing sponsors to boot!

We are partnering up with Benefit Cosmetics to take over the entire 9th floor event space at Macy's on State Street and we are going BIG!

In celebration of the Lily Collection, my official debut collection which is coming out this spring,  we are putting together 3 different classic pin-up vignettes and transforming guests head-to-toe with luxury pin-up glamour for your very own professional fashion photoshoot!  One vignette to suit every personality:  the ultra girlie all pink set, the Bettie Page inspired "bad girl" scene, and the more classic elegance boudoir set (think natural sexy getting ready in the mirror of your vanity style)!

This is open to everyone, we are a super sweet all girl team and will make you look your best in a warm and welcoming environment!  No modeling experience necessary!  *But* if you ARE interested in modeling, you are more than welcome to sign one of our model releases and we would love to post your photos with appreciation and/or submit to publication with pin-up magazines!  Otherwise, those photos are for your eyes only (or at least only the ones *you* chose to share with, feisty lady!)

There are so many extra goodies and perks to this event, I hardly know where to begin!

Perhaps with the graphic?

* photography by experienced fashion photographer Jane J. Gaspar
* hair accessories by Love, Lulu Mae
* make-up artists provided by Benefit Cosmetics
* perfect pin up 'dos by Mario Tricoci Salon and Day Spa

Details:
* three amazing pinup sets and personalities to choose from
* photo retouching on site and you go home with your very own glam keepsake!
* possible magazine submission for aspiring models
* fun and comfy environment for everyone
* cupcakes! baked goodies and treats
* swanky swag bags and surprised gifts

$225 per 2 hour session.  Appointments taken from 10am-8pm
(includes one look/set, one take home photo, and digital proofs. additional sets, looks or photos can be requested for an additional charge.)
Special price on photo shoot with purchase of a custom lingerie set!

RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!
$100 deposit
#312.781.5264 OR dottiesdelights@gmail.com

Macy's Fashion Incubator Fashion Show, Fashion Focus 2010

Hello Dottie's Fans!!!

Stephanie's intern Kelsey here to fill you all in on how amazing the CFI Fashion Focus show was!!!

First off I'd like to say just how great the tent and everyone in it looked!!  There were appetizers and drinks, mingling and fun.   

  

    (Photo Courtesy of Toni Pescatore)

(Photo Courtesy of Toni Pescatore)

Besides putting lookbooks and business cards into each gift bag (pictured on each chair), my only job for the evening was to be on 'belly button' patrol. These girl's were supposed to wear the foundations up on the natural waist, which unforunately some did not do, making their belly buttons show.  But since there were already dressers provided for the show I was unable to be backstage, therefore, unable to catch that mistake.  Just an inch or two higher and oh, the difference it makes! How frustrating!

(Photo Courtesy of Fashion Industry Network)

Still, plenty of the girls pulled it off correctly or just worked their magic anyway!

  

(Photo Courtesty of Chicago Sun Times)

(Photo Courtesy of NBC)

The bowler hats were work of the shows stylist, but after the suggestion of a little veil for the white lingerie, Stephanie was able to contact another talented local artist: Love, Lulu Mae who ever so graciously let us borrow a few of her amazing hair pieces for not only the bride but also the two pink burlesque twins...she is so sweet and her work is AMAZING!!!!!

(Photo Courtesy of NBC)

Stunning and edgy.

 

    (Photos Courtesy of Chicago Sun Times)               

                  Vintage-inspired boudoir, amped with romance and sex appeal.

(Photo Courtesy of Bowtie Memoirs)

Overall, the show was a hit and I'm so glad to have been a part of it!!!

              

Stephanie, you knocked em dead, congrats!!!