My Life in Cheshire - Danielle Gregory
We talk to Danielle Gregory, Co-Founder of Doll Beauty, about her life in Cheshire
How would you describe yourself?
I’m always on the go. My friends would probably describe me as a million miles an hour!
Where is home? And work?
I live in Hoole, Chester but work takes me in between there and Bury most of the time. Doll recently moved into our new head office in Chester, with our new salon Doll Beauty HQ opening in Boughton. We’re also in the middle of planning our brand-new Doll Cafe so it’s safe to say there’s a lot going on.
What did you want to be when you were younger?
This is a tough one. It’s a toss up between being in a girl band or being an actress.
What do you love most about the industry you are in?
I love so many things about the beauty industry; but mostly it’s the connections and relationships we’ve built along the way. The beauty community is such a great thing to be part of and has allowed us to be so creative over the years from new products to campaign shoots - we’re constantly inspired by the people around us.
Name a few of your favourite places to be...
Going on holiday is one of my favourite things to do. As soon as we’re allowed to travel I’ll be booking a trip away for sure; not before a salon pamper though! Through lockdown I’ve also discovered a new-found love for the outdoors and have really enjoyed regular bike rides with my boyfriend, friends and my very own Dolly Parton in the front basket. She loves the feel of the wind in her whiskers bless her (Dolly Parton is a Pomeranian dog before anyone wonders).
What or who inspires you?
I take a lot of inspiration from business owners and other industry people. HUDA Beauty is a huge inspiration for me as well as Umar Kamani. What they have achieved in their careers is something I definitely aspire to.
What was the last gift you gave someone?
Me and Samantha (Co-Founder of Doll Beauty) regularly send other beauty boxes in the post. We love giving each other surprises so we pick a bunch of beauty products that we think each other will like each month - I can’t wait to see what Sam thinks of her next box.
Tell us a secret/fun fact?
My boyfriend is 23 - 14 years younger than me. He keeps me young.
Who or what would you place in Room 101?
Kitten Heels.
What’s been your biggest life lesson?
No matter where you come from and what you’ve been through, you can always achieve your dream. When you work hard, stay true to yourself and others you can achieve anything.
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