The Black girls in the Black Dolls T-shirt
The Black girls in the Black Dolls T-shirt
#WearYourWorth
More than a t-shirt — it’s a two-decade-old movement with a message. Inspired by the historic Doll Test that exposed the impact of racism on self-image, the iconic Black Doll T-Shirt was created to empower, uplift, and transform the way the world sees Black beauty — and how Black beauty sees itself.
Celebrity activists like Gabrielle Union, Khoudia Diop, Misty Copeland, Anthony Anderson, Danny Strong, Ryan Cameron and Taye Diggs (to name a few) have proudly joined our movement and/or worn our signature tee — standing with us in the fight to rewrite a painful narrative and celebrate what it means to be a Doll today.
Soft, flattering, and full of purpose, this shirt isn’t just fashion — it’s activism. The Black Doll T-Shirt says: I’m an ally. I walk in solidarity with The Black Dolls. I wear The Black Doll T-Shirt with pride.
When you wear the Black Doll T-Shirt, you wear a legacy of self-love, sisterhood, and power. Just as cool? When you buy our T-shirt, you become part of our social club. As a Doll, you’ll be part of the conversation to empower Black girls. Meet up with us in person or online — together, we’ll change the world and minds!
“Congratulations, Black Dolls of The Black Doll Affair, on receiving the Barack Obama Volunteer Service Award. This prestigious honor recognizes your outstanding contributions to civic engagement and helping others. Well done, my dollings!”
Welcome to The Black Doll Affair! There’s a reason for the heart in our logo - it’s LOVE! Love of hue, the doll in the mirror and the doll next door. The Black Doll Affair stands as a testament to the transformative power of its founder, former model and publicist,“Dana Hill. Created as a solution to the "doll experiments" of the 1940s and today, Dana (affectionately called Mama Doll), responded to the enduring effects of internalized racism in this video, with a one-time Christmas party that evolved into a movement and empowering journey for Black women and girls. The inaugural Black Doll Affair, held on December 21, 2007, in Atlanta, Georgia (our HQ), marked the genesis of a mission to empower Black women and girls by turning them into living dolls (becoming the best they can be) and reminding them of their beauty through the gift of a toy black doll – a ceremony she coined "Be a Doll, give a doll."
In the subsequent years, Mama Doll's dedication, alongside her members — The Black Dolls, comprising Black Doll Brothas (representing all races of men) and Black Doll Porcelain Pals (non-Black women) — has elevated the movement into a force that transcends expectations, race, the status quo, boundaries, and standards for Black girls and toy black dolls alike. As you explore our website, immerse yourself in the extraordinary journey chronicling Mama Doll's groundbreaking vision, which has captured the support of icons and celebrities, resonated with leaders of the civil rights movement, and achieved monumental milestones in education and pop culture. Witness the intersection of entertainment, fashion, philanthropy, and cultural impact as The Black Doll Affair continues to change the way we play, shape narratives, uplift communities, and empower the collective voice of The Black Dolls.
After that unforgettable first Black Doll Affair in 2007, Mama Doll has not only fulfilled but exceeded her mission of changing the world for Black women and girls. Join us in celebrating this legacy of inspiration and empowerment that resonates through every doll, every story, and every shared moment within The Black Doll Affair.
To become a member (a living Doll) of The Black Doll Affair, there are no membership fees; simply purchase your member Doll tee, available in our Doll clothing store.
Contact Us: The Black Doll Affair, 1102 A Street #1
Tacoma, WA 98402
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Dana Hill
FOUNDER / MAMA DOLL
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Velicia Hill, Emmy Winner
FASHION DIRECTOR
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Lisa Kitchens
AMBOSSADOLL PORCELAIN PAL PLAYDATES
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Lauren Singleton
AMBOSSADOLL & FOUNDER’S ASSISTANT
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Nicole Camille
AMBOSSADOLL of PHOTOGRAPHY
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Ellen Harden
AMBOSSADOLL OF MODOLL EXPERIENCES
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Maxine McCallum
HONORARY DOLL BARBIE AMBOSSADOLL
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Stephen SUmner
DOLL DESIGNER & AMBOSSADOLL HISTORIAN