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Triumph of Valet Of The Dolls


Breaking barriers in high heels.


In a bustling city with over 100 valet companies, a striking disparity persists: while inexperienced men effortlessly secure valet jobs, women are routinely turned away. Amidst this male-dominated landscape, one company stands out as a beacon of change: Valet Of The Dolls.

Founded in 2003, this trailblazing business has shattered stereotypes, carving out a niche as the go-to valet service for the entertainment industry and even prestigious events at the White House.


Gillian Harris, the current owner, has been at the helm for 21 years, guiding the company with a steadfast commitment to empowering women. Her dedication comes at a time when women’s rights and empowerment are increasingly under threat. “14.7% of all valet attendants are women, while 85.3% are men,” Harris notes, highlighting the gender imbalance that persists in the industry.
Under her leadership, Valet Of The Dolls has built a sterling reputation, attracting hundreds of loyal customers. The company’s motto, “A drive for ambition & an Ambition to Drive,” perfectly encapsulates its spirit and mission.

But the journey hasn’t been easy.

Harris reveals that male competitors are keen to buy her company, not to continue its mission, but to absorb its client base and eliminate the competition posed by a female-led valet service.
This stark reality underscores the vital importance of preserving Valet Of The Dolls. Harris is now focused on finding a successor who will carry forward the company’s mission of female empowerment. “The mission is too important to let it be diluted or disappear,” she asserts. Her search for a like-minded leader is crucial to ensure that the company’s legacy endures.


Valet Of The Dolls isn’t just a business; it’s a statement. In an industry that often sidelines women, it provides a platform for ambitious women to thrive. Harris’s vision for the future includes not only maintaining the high standards of service but also expanding opportunities for women in the valet industry. She envisions training programs, partnerships with women’s organizations, and initiatives to raise awareness about gender disparities in traditionally male-dominated fields.
Harris is a pioneer for the challenges women face in the valet industry.


For over two decades, Valet Of The Dolls has proven that women can excel in any arena, even one as traditionally male-dominated as valet services. As Harris looks to the future, she remains unwavering in her mission to empower the next generation of women drivers, ensuring that Valet Of The Dolls continues to set the standard in excellence and equality. For the Silo, Katherine Fleischman.

Canadian Designed Silk And Lace Dresses For Modern, Outgoing Women

Artemis Silk Dress

Vasiliki is the high-end fashion brand that’s set to hit wardrobes in time for summer. Combining luxury fabrics, classic designs that have a modern twist, and style that’s perfect for the modern, outgoing woman, Vasiliki is bringing its unique style mixture of edgy sophistication right to fashionistas through its newly launched online store.

Blending vintage inspiration and regal romance with confident, modern designs, Vasiliki has successfully created a brand that’s timeless and contemporary. Embracing the trend for female empowerment, every design from the premium brand is designed to demonstrate confidence and let the wearer show off their individual style. The playful details and elegant silhouettes result in dresses that are wearable yet have an avant-garde quality that will delight fashion fans.

Sahar Zohair

Sahar Zohair, Founder and Designer of Vasiliki, said, “I have been designing and selling dresses since I was ten. The only difference is that then I was selling to myself, so they had to be perfect, and now I am offering these dresses to women who are like me: feminine, strong, and always appreciating beauty. These dresses are designed and made with a genuine passion and love. As a result, a vital component of my brand is emotion, emotions that are timeless and priceless, and this is what makes the Summer & Resort Collection 2018 unique.

“The first collection will encompass six designs in silks, custom printed silks, and laces ranging from $395cdn to $595cdn. These designs are inspired by the latest trends for unique cuts and silhouettes while maintaining a timeless and classic vibe. They’re soft yet striking and will give wearers a confidence boost whenever they’re slipped on.”

Highlights of the very first collection from Vasiliki include the Selene Silk Dress, which gives asymmetric Edwardian ruffles a delicate, contemporary update for a look that exudes femininity and independence, and the vintage, highly wearable Hestia Lace Dress that beautifully combines stunning silks and exquisite lace for timeless elegance. The luxury dresses designed for the Summer & Resort Collection are made from high-end materials, lovingly crafted, and effortlessly showcase individuality.

Selene Silk Dress

The sensational collection is available to view online now and will start delivering May 2018. Based in Canada, the brand will ship nationally as well as to the USA and UK, with plans already in the pipeline to reach a global audience. For the Silo, Charlotte Malone.