Everyone is losing their minds over the Doll. If you've spent more than five minutes in the Dress to Impress (DTI) lobby lately, you’ve probably seen players frantically running toward the forest or whispering about "Lana." It's not just about the clothes anymore. The lore is getting deep.
Actually, let's be real. It’s getting weird.
Getting your hands on the Doll—specifically the Lana Doll item—isn't like buying a pair of leg warmers or a new dress. It’s a whole ordeal involving a separate game, a bit of parkour, and a lot of creepy atmosphere. If you're looking for how to get the doll in Dress to Impress, you have to step outside the main runway.
The Forest, the Portal, and the "Lana Does Nails" Rabbit Hole
First things first. You aren't going to find the Doll in the regular dressing room. It's not behind a VIP wall or a code (though codes are great for other stuff). To start this journey, you need to head to the Forest Map.
Once you’re in the forest, look for the tent. It’s not just scenery. Inside that tent, there is a portal. Jumping into this portal doesn't just move you to a different part of the map—it literally teleports you to a completely different Roblox experience called Lana Does Nails.
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This is where the "Lore" part of DTI really kicks in. For the uninitiated, Lana is the NPC who used to do nails in the lobby. Then she disappeared. Then things got dark.
Why Everyone Wants the Lana Doll
It’s a flex. Plain and simple. Having the Doll in your hand while you're walking the runway adds a layer of "I know the secrets" to your outfit. It’s a held accessory. It looks like a miniature, slightly eerie version of Lana herself.
But it’s also about the badge. You can't just walk up and grab it.
Step-by-Step: Navigating the Lana Does Nails Horror Obby
Once you've teleported into Lana Does Nails, the vibe shifts immediately. It’s not pink. It’s not sparkly. It’s a horror-themed "obby" (obstacle course).
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- Follow the Path: You’ll start in a basement-style room. It’s dimly lit. Just keep moving forward through the hallways. You’ll see some "medical" equipment and some pretty unsettling environmental storytelling.
- The Vents: Eventually, you’ll hit a section with vents. This is classic Roblox obby territory. You need to crouch and navigate through. Watch out for the jumpscares—Lana is "watching," and the game likes to remind you of that with sudden noises and visual flashes.
- The Boss Fight (Sorta): You’ll eventually reach a larger room where you have to avoid "Monster Lana." She’s tall, lanky, and definitely doesn't want to give you a manicure. You need to stay out of her line of sight while moving toward the exit.
- The Final Room: At the end of the tunnels, you’ll find a room with a pedestal. On that pedestal sits the Doll.
When you click or tap on the Doll, a badge will pop up on your screen: "The Doll." If you don't see that badge notification, it didn't count. You might have to go back and interact with it again. Once that badge is in your inventory, you’re golden. You can leave that creepy basement and head back to the main Dress to Impress game.
How to Equipt the Doll Once You Have It
So you're back in the lobby. You’re ready to slay the "Gothic" or "Horror" theme. Where is it?
Go to the Codes and Rewards section. It's the button on the left side of the screen that looks like a handbag or a gift icon. Because you earned the badge, the Doll should now be unlocked in your permanent collection of items.
It’s located in the "Bag" or "Held Items" category. When you click it, your avatar will hold the doll in their left hand. It stays with you throughout the runway walk.
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Misconceptions and Dead Ends
I've seen people claiming you can get the doll by typing "LANA" into the chat.
Fake. Others say you have to win ten rounds in a row to unlock the portal.
Also fake. The portal is open to everyone. You don't need to be a "Trendsetter" rank or have VIP access. You just need the guts to play a horror game for ten minutes. Honestly, the hardest part isn't the monsters; it's the clunky platforming if you're playing on a phone.
Why Lana is Missing from the Main Lobby
If you're wondering why we're chasing dolls in basements anyway, it’s because the developers (Gigi and the team) decided to turn an NPC into a living mystery. In the latest updates, Lana was replaced by a new nail tech. If you look around the main lobby now, you’ll find "Missing" posters.
Getting the doll is basically the player's way of "finding" what happened to her. Or at least, finding a creepy souvenir of her.
Actionable Next Steps to Secure the Doll
To get this done efficiently, follow this exact sequence:
- Load into a Forest Map Server: If the map isn't Forest, you can wait for the vote or hop servers until you find one.
- Locate the Tent: It’s near the edge of the map, tucked away behind some trees.
- Clear the "Lana Does Nails" Experience: Don't rush the vent section; the hitboxes for the "traps" can be a bit sensitive.
- Verify the Badge: Check your Roblox profile badges to ensure "The Doll" is there before you quit.
- Styling Tip: The Doll works best with the "Broken Doll" or "Creepy" makeup faces. Use the "Jointed" skin texture (the one that makes you look like a ball-jointed doll) to complete the look.
The quest for the doll is one of the first times Dress to Impress has really leaned into "Meta" gameplay. It's a sign that the game is moving toward more interactive secrets rather than just adding new shirts every week. Grab the doll now before the next chapter of the lore makes this badge even harder to get.