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Home » Fashion » Clothes » Paperdoll Boutique – girly dresses galore!

Paperdoll Boutique – girly dresses galore!

January 2, 2009 Paris B 22 Comments

Paperdoll Boutique has been closed in early 2011

As a kid, I used to play with these paper dolls, where you could “wear” dresses on them with these tabs you would fold down to hold them in place on the doll. Anyone remember those? You could even design your own dolly fashion if you were so inclined and I never was.

It was these paper dolls and the fashion possibilities that kindled Joanna’s love for fashion and when she decided to open her own boutique, she knew what she wanted to call it – Paperdoll!

Paperdoll
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What is the Paperdoll Boutique?

Paperdoll boutique is located at the new Tropicana City Mall. In fact, Paperdoll had started much earlier in 2008 with the launch of Paperdoll online – the online boutique, before taking it to a proper brick and mortar store. And what a store it is! Have you seen anything more adorable than the Paperdoll store front? It made me think of a whimsical little town with springtime flowers and sipping coffee while sitting on the sidewalk minding my pooch… not that I own one 🙂 It would not look out of place on Main St. USA, or Europe and this whimsical eye catching design is carried into the store as well.

Paperdoll boutique
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Walking into the Paperdoll store is like walking into a closet or a best friend’s room. Dresses are hung neatly on racks designed to look like cupboards and a shelf and table holds accessories and tank tops. What makes the shop unique to me is the personal touches that Joanna brings to the decor – prints, photo frames, souvenirs and knick-knacks from her travels… it all makes the place feel much like stepping into someone’s home. There is a special promotion in store for My Women Stuff readers so be sure to read on till the end. 😉

Lovely dresses and accessories at Paperdoll

The Paperdoll boutique specializes in dresses. Dresses are their forte, with it forming at least 80% of their store stock. There is a small range of evening or cocktail dresses with a nice sheen to the material. There is one lovely black lace number that escaped my eye till I saw a girl try it on, and one particularly sultry number that would not look out of place on a catwalk or for an event where you KNOW you need to stand out and aren’t afraid to bare some skin. Also, if you want to get a corset top – a proper lace up corset top that gives you that hourglass look – make sure you drop by Paperdoll. Her selection of corsets tempt me into trying one every time!

Paperdoll corsets galore!
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There are some cute casual cotton numbers as well as some sheer chiffon or silk dresses which you can pull off for a casual dinner party, or even semi-formal affair if you accessorize properly.

And accessories are another of Paperdoll’s forte – be sure to check out their jewelry, which are at once whimsical and functional. A very cute number is an envelope locket which opens up to an “I love you” note inside. Very adorable and something that will definitely make a good gift 😉

Check out the Plus Size collection

A hidden gem in Paperdoll are their plus size collections. If you find it a pain looking for L-XL sizes of pretty dresses, head over to Paperdoll. Paperdoll makes it a point to carry a good selection of pretty plus sized dresses and tops that are not available in smaller sizes so our plus sized sisters can revel in wearing something uniquely theirs! I kid you not. I have been so sorely tempted by many of the tops and dresses at Paperdoll only to be told I can’t wear them because they’d be too large for me. Words I’d be happy to hear at any other time, but not words I like hearing when I like the item! 😛 Still, I like the concept and I hope it never changes.

Also, if you meet Joanna, she’ll be able to tell you if the dress will fit you or what you could wear it with. She’s good with that, so if you are in doubt, ask!

My purchase from Paperdoll

Paperdoll’s owner, Joanna has become a good friend, and she tells me that there are only limited numbers of each item she carries in the store. I like that. It makes the dress or top you buy unique – like this one I bought from her store recently. I saw it and I knew I had to have it because it looked so southern belle! And its gone so ha! Mine’s unique! 😛

Paperdoll purchase
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I liked that it was frilly yet buttoned up to there, so I can wear it for work and to serious meetings with a pencil skirt, instead of boring work shirts or I could even wear it with a long plain skirt if I wanted.

Your purchases are wrapped in tissue paper then closed with a paperdoll sticker before being placed into a paper bag – all little touches of luxury that lulls you into a sense of thinking that you are buying something terribly expensive, when in fact, you aren’t.

Prices are Paperdoll are considerably affordable. My shirt top cost RM59.90 which I thought a decent price. The prices of dresses range from RM69 upwards and there is a very nice red velvet number in store that I’ve been eyeing for the coming Chinese New Year. Stock changes fairly regularly so if you didn’t find anything the first time, come back again in a couple of weeks and you might find something you do like.

Paperdoll does cater to those who like something whimsical and girly so no serious looking work clothes, for now. What you can expect are tops and dresses that make you look quite sweet – think sweet girly girl or sexy librarian instead of boring staid corporate superwoman; so if you like that, Paperdoll boutique is for you! 🙂

Join the Paperdoll loyalty program

Paperdoll has something lined up that I will report on once I get news of it. I am as excited about it for a friend as she is, I’m sure 🙂 For now, join the Paperdoll Facebook group for updates, news and occasional discounts; and ask to sign up as a Paperdoll member with every purchase. It will entitle you to discounts and possibly gifts from time to time subject to terms and conditions.

PAPERDOLL & MY WOMEN STUFF SPECIAL PROMOTION OFFER

In conjunction with the opening of the Paperdoll boutique, Paperdoll and My Women Stuff have set up a special promotion just for My Women Stuff readers.

Paperdoll Special Promotion for My Women Stuff readers
  • Purchases of RM200 and above will entitle you to a free tank top and a 10% discount voucher off future purchases.
  • Purchases of RM300 and above will entitle you to a free tank top and a 20% discount voucher off future purchases.

* Please tell the sales person you were referred from My Women Stuff to qualify for this offer.
* In store Terms and Conditions apply.
* Vouchers have no expiry date.
* This promotion runs from now until 31 January 2009.

Paperdoll storefront
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Paperdoll boutique is at Lot L1-43, 1st Floor, Tropicana City Mall (click for map to mall). From the concourse, head upstairs towards Borders. Paperdoll is next to Crocs and opposite TheFaceShop. They are cash only for now. You won’t miss it – just look for the storefront above. The mall is also having free parking for now, so what better time to visit? 😉

With Chinese New Year just around the corner, and all of us needing new clothes to usher in the new lunar year, why not check out what Paperdoll has to offer, and indulge in some discounts. I’m already a regular there! 🙂

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  1. Sue says

    January 2, 2009 at 11:45 am

    looks abit gothic-like~ so cute. I do agree the price is decent too! Too bad it is in KL only~ LOL

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  2. Michelle says

    January 2, 2009 at 12:00 pm

    The dresses there are fabulous. I got a beautiful strapless number which the material had the sheen of Thai silk and it had fantastic detailing at the hem…. for less than RM100. I’m a self-declared dress bargain hunter (criteria : quality+fit+fashionable+affordable)… and Paperdoll is a definite must-go for deliciously affordable dresses.

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  3. Tine says

    January 2, 2009 at 12:01 pm

    That’s a pretty top! I’m so glad it stocks L-XL sizes, because I so want to try the corsets if I get to visit the store 🙂

    And Paperdoll – what a name. I loved paperdolls so much when I was a kid; I had manila cardboard files full of them :p

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  4. Monstro says

    January 2, 2009 at 12:20 pm

    Aiya I was just at the mall yesterday, but didn’t step into Paperdoll cos I didn’t think they had anything that could accommodate a big belly! Will go check it out next. Love your top!

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  5. Tracy says

    January 2, 2009 at 12:43 pm

    Your top is really pretty. Not easy to find a nice top & dress (good quality and nice pattern) with reasonable price. Too bad i’m from Sarawak. Can’t go to shop for my CNY clothing.

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  6. prettybeautiful says

    January 2, 2009 at 1:59 pm

    nice top you bought. and nice selections of corsets they have, i can spot the one bee tried and posted on her blog. hehe. me is planning to pop by there tomorrow, to visit paper doll and the bodybar. hope i can free time tmr 🙁

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  7. rinnah says

    January 2, 2009 at 2:29 pm

    I love Paperdoll boutique! I’ve been lemming quite a number of dresses since my last trip there, and this post of yours has just reminded me that I should go again! CNY is coming mah…

    p.s. For all those not in KL, you can still get Paperdoll’s stuff online…

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  8. Tiny Tapir says

    January 2, 2009 at 4:04 pm

    I think I have to fight Tine for the corset… that white one with the lace detail looks delicious.

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  9. Kahani says

    January 2, 2009 at 4:45 pm

    Loved the shop, will be haunting it. I’m already eyeing the envelope necklace, granted i’d probably swap out the “I love you”. I was there with Paris yesterday and bought two gorgeous wide cinch belts (brown and red) for a very reasonable RM36 each! And for once they’re not too big for me. Can’t wait to use them….

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  10. nikki says

    January 2, 2009 at 5:32 pm

    Aww… that is nice. I want to go there! You’re making my fingers itchy again! Ooo… I wonder if i can fit into those corsets. Are they easily done alone or must we get help? Haha… Great stuff at affordable prices! I’m coming Paperdoll!

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  11. Reese says

    January 2, 2009 at 7:51 pm

    I left too quickly today….must browse on my next visit!

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  12. plue says

    January 2, 2009 at 8:31 pm

    will be heading over this weekend! i need new clothes!

    and the top you bought it nice! real sweet!

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  13. beetrice says

    January 2, 2009 at 10:20 pm

    nice post! 🙂 i’m lemming the corset, but eeps…everything else too for that matter!! they’re actually quite comfortable and she says there are a few ways to lace it up too.

    PS: lovely top – and very you! *wink*

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  14. Ms. Blacklace says

    January 3, 2009 at 1:15 am

    Oh… So cute!!!!!!

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  15. Nikki says

    January 3, 2009 at 9:28 pm

    I have a belt just like on the photo 🙂 I would definitely get into a store so cute like that 🙂

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    • ParisB says

      January 5, 2009 at 4:25 pm

      Hi Nikki: When you come here we’ll go there – i think you’ll love it!

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  16. Siew says

    February 8, 2009 at 4:56 pm

    i love the concept.. hope i will have a chance to visit the store :S

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  17. claire says

    February 13, 2009 at 11:42 pm

    hey love d corset!!^^ how much did u pay for it?

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  18. stellarvixen says

    March 22, 2010 at 11:21 am

    heya! i just bought a wayyy too cute cat theme dollydress from Paperdolls
    i fancy Joanna’s collection too!

    ahh i see no tutu skirt!! i would have bought it~~

    ahh too bad the T&C for discount & member is a tad too much ..spend rm300 &above boo! is your joinVenture witth Paperdolls still going on? hehe

    thanks babe!

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