In the 1940s. So many of the evening gowns & hair styles for Gene brought back the glamour of the 1940s for my Nana. Gene became a magical part of our lives and I could not imagine my life without Gene. Gene is so much more than a doll. She brings beautiful memories collecting with my Nana & Mom. Gene brings so much happiness to my life all these years later. I find that the easiest way to achieve peace is to spend some time with Gene & friends.