[30 Day Challenge] Day 6 - 10 Things You Can't Live Without In Lolita

 Let me just start off by saying, happy holidays lovelies!!! 

"10 things you can't live without in lolita" is today's topic for the 30 Day Lolita Challenge. This might end up be another one of those entries that is just a list (what's up with all these "10 things" anyway?).

 Petticoats! I cannot stress enough how important I feel petticoats are. I don't use them in many of my casual coordinates, but I firmly believe that a petticoat completes the look of any lolita coordinate.

 Socks, or any type of leg wear really.

 Wigs! My hair is very fine and no matter how much I tease or curl it my hair won't stay in place. Wigs not only allow me to have a different color but also in different styles.

 Makeup. This is actually something I can't live without normally, but tastefully matching my makeup to my co-ord is one of my favorite things to do in lolita.

 This going to sound incredibly self serving, but I cannot live without photo shoots of my lolita.

 Shoes, especially a sensible pair like Angelic Pretty's Tea Party flats.

 Earrings. I like a lot of accessories for lolita, but I think one of the most over looked accessory is the earring. I think it is the most over looked because wigs usually cover the ears.

 Cute artwork. Some of my favorite lolita artists are Mitsukaze Mihara and Imai Kira.

 I really try to wear my contacts when I wear lolita. My perscription is so strong that my eyes appear very small when I wear my glasses. Also, because of the strength of my lenses plus a stigmatism I cannot wear circle or color lenses. I have large eyes naturally and wearing my contacts and the right makeup tricks make them large and cute for lolita.

 Ever since I discovered lolita, I can't imagine my life without it. So, at risk of sounding super lame I cannot live without lolita!

I'm really hoping that this is the last of the "10 things" prompts. Not like I'm having fun, but sometimes coming up with lists for things you love is hard, ha ha!

I hope you lovelies had a wonderful and safe holiday! ☆彡

[30 Day Challenge] Day 3 - 10 Things You Hate About Lolita

Today's topic of for the 30 Day Lolita Challenge is "10 things you hate about lolita". Now you may be thinking that there is nothing that a lolita enthusiast like myself could hate anything about lolita, but there is some things that I absolutely do not like.

 The stigmatism behind the term "brand whore". A brandwhore lolita is someone who thinks that brand lolita is the only acceptable lolita garment, and anything else is "wrong". There are plenty of lolita who choose to dress in only brand, but do not have this mind set. I hate that it is automatically assumed that any lolita with a wardrobe full of brand looks down on those who own offbrand.

 I hate when socks are advertised as over-the-knee but barely cover the knee.

 I hate how judgemental the community can be. I've heard so many horror stories of lolitas teasing other lolitas for their weight, height, alternative life styles that I really have had no desire to attend any meet up.

 I hate bonnets. I think they look good on the models and other lolitas, but I think they are dumb.

 I hate when lolitas that cannot afford brand try to make those who can feel guilty.

 I really dislike the ero-loli sub-genre.

 I hate the term "Ita". Ita is a term given to fledgling lolitas by elitest lolitas because they think they are wannabes. Everyone starts somewhere.

 I'm not a fan of the rocking horse shoe.

 I really hate how the stereotypical lolita bang is the straight across, push broom bang. In my opnion it looks bad on everyone.

 What I hate most about lolita is... How much I love it! Lolita is something that I put a lot of my money into and takes away from my hobbies such as cosplay and my video game let's plays.

A lot of the things I dislike are community based, and I hope that I didn't trigger anyone. I am always open to discussions if any of you lovelies want to talk lolita "politics".

Thanks for reading! ☆彡

[30 Day Challenge] Day 2 - 10 Things You Love About Lolita

Today's topic in the 30 day lolita challenge is "10 things you love about lolita". This one might end up being more like a list, but I guess that's the point?

① I love the fine details of lolita. The simple lace used in the corset back of a jumperskirt, the pin tucks in a blouse, and the removeable details on some garments just to name a few. If you look closely at a garment you can see how much time in effort was spent on the design and the construction. These are things I can appreciate being a seamstress myself.

② This may sound super cliche but I love the way lolita makes me feel! When I wear lolita I feel invincible, like I'm wearing armor. My convindence rises, as well as my self esteem. I feel the most beautiful while wearing lolita. It's such a magical feeling.

③ I love that lolita despite being an over the top fashion can be tonned down to casual wear.

④ I love that most print series are released with jewlery that match the theme. I'm a little bit OCD so having things that match in a set make me happy, ha ha!

⑤ Though most lolita is styled after rococo fashion, I love that designers have been branching out and embracing other fashion periods such as the 1950's and victorian era.

⑥ I love jumperskirts. They are my favorite lolita garment!

⑦ Though typically marketed to women, I love that there are male fans that brazenly dress in the fashion.

⑧ I love that when I see other lolitas at conventions or just out and about we excitedly great eachother and fawn over eachother's coordinates.

⑨ I love that lolita is branching out from being just a fashion but into beauty products as well. You can find false eyelashes specifically designed for lolita, and definitely false nails.

⑩ What I love most about lolita.... Lolita! I konw, I know, it sounds super lame but I just love the fashion so much!

I don't understand why talking about specific things I love about lolita was so difficult! What are some of your loves of lolita?

Thanks for reading, lovelies! ☆彡

[Fashion] Lolita Wardrobe Essentials: Blouse

Let's take a moment to talk about lolita wardrobe must-haves. Must-haves are important staples for any lolita closet, and today we're going to discuss the blouse. Now you must be thinking, the blouse? That's a no brainer! Perhaps to someone well versed in the fashion, but for fledgling lolitas just starting out shopping for a blouse can be a daunting task. Let's take a look at some of the most common blouses.

The Shirring blouse
Shirring is a type of gather used in sewing to be decorative. Although it wasn't originally used with elastice, we see it more commonly in modern fashion. I like shirring because it stretches! You will see it commonly in the back of most lolita jumperskirts to fit a variety of sizes, but you will also see it sewn into blouses too. The great thing about the shirring blouse is that it can fit a lolita of any size.

Removeable ribbons
Removeable accessories on blouses are perfect for versatility. Blouses aren't limited just to removeable ribbons but also ties, chains, bows, brooches, and jabots.

Convertable blouse
This is my absolute favorite type of blouse. The sleeves are detachable which allows you to prepare for any weather, and more versatility. I think this is the perfect starter blouse for any lolita since it's a two-for-one! Here are a few coordinate ideas using a convertable blouse.

1 blouse, 4 coordinates

Thanks for reading, lovelies! ☆彡

[Fashion] My Favorite Autumn/Winter 2013-14 Lolita Fashion Trends

I have been an abide follower of Lolita fashion for the last 11 years, and I still approach the fashion with the same breathless excitement as I did back then. Now as a fully fledged Lolita I have been trying my best to keep up with all the current trends. Here is a list of some of my favorite trends this seasons!

Angelic Pretty Day Dream Carnival series tights

Tights, tights, and more tights! This is my ultimate must have in every Lolita wardrobe. All of the top Lolita brands have at least one pair of printed tights in this season's collection, not to mention all of the options you have from independent designers like Holley Tea Time. Whether you're a sweet Lolita, Gosuloli, or classic, there is a pair a tights for you!

Innocent World Braided Short Jacket

Military styled garments are a *HOT* trend this season in the fashion world. Just like you'll see a military styled jacket from Michael Kors, you'll see it in Lolita collections too! Alice and The Pirates has an edgy military coat in their A/W collection, and Angelic Pretty has such a large variety of outer ware that it's no surprise this coveted Brand has a couple military inspired coats to choose from.

BTSSB Looking for Baroque series

The art history nerd in me was absolutely gushing looking at this seasons prints. There is something so elegant about a tasteful frame portrait on a dress. It brings a sort of mature elegance to any style of Lolita. Some of my favorite frame beauties include Angelic Pretty's Musee du Chocolat series, and Juliette et Justine's La Cadre du Chat.

Atelier Boz Sphingan Ford long wool coat

There's something so cozy about a fur trim coat, or a fur muffler during the winter season. That's why I am obsessed with all the coats, and jackets this season. Looking through the collections of some of the top Lolita Brands, their fur trim is detachable on most of their coats. This is a fun feature that is fairly common in Lolita fashion and offers endless combinations through it's versatility. Not to mention you'll stay extra warm and comfy while looking adorable chic.

What are some of your favorite Lolita trends this season?

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