Second ever coord I made, with the same Ace and Alice JSK too. The blouse gave me pain bc the original blouse i wanted wasn't being sold anymore??? so I changed it. You can definitely tell purple is my fav color.
JSK: Ista Mori (Ace and Alice JSK)
Blouse: Xiangguo Lolita/橡果Lolita
Shoes: Miss Moe (Lumiere shoes replica)
Shoe clip-ons: Hiorange
Stockings: Ozz On Japan
Necklace: Miss Shen/SL沈夫人原创手工
Ring: CheeseCat/芝士猫手作CheeseCat
Hat: Yuzi Jiejie/鱼子姐姐手作
Bag, alt hat: Little Devil's Handmade Decoration World/小鬼手工饰界
This was one of the most cathartic shoots I've ever done and my proudest one, too. Handmade and thrifted egl is my passion, finding a good deal and something to repair is what I live for. There's a look book video in the works that showcases my handmade and thrifted egl clothes and accessories.
I’m going to break down the differences of Sweet+Old school Lolita and Hime Gyaru for any J-fashion enthusiasts In this post.
At first glance these styles can look very similar with the joint goal of looking like a feminine “aristo doll” in rebellion of social norms of conformity when it comes to getting dressed but appearance wise they are different.
( I’m only going to talk about the visual differences here but there are other great sources for history )
Silhouette —
Lolita: What makes Lolita fashion so recognisable is the cupcake silhouette of the petticoat underneath the skirt, how the skirt has lots of volume at the top and stops 1/3 down leaving the the rest of the skirt’s curve to slow down.
Hime Gyaru: Hime Gyaru dresses and blouses do not have petticoats or if they do they are thin and flat. Because of the babydoll style of the dresses they have a more loose fit.
Colours —
Lolita: In Sweet styles the colour palette of most coords are pastels with pink, blue, yellow, purple and some green, Old school has more bold colours with darker reds, greens, pinks, whites, blacks and blues but with white accents with lace.
Hime Gyaru: Colour palettes are relatively the same for every Hime Gyaru coord with cold pinks and white with occasional accents of black.
Modesty—
Lolita: Most Lolitas wear a blouse underneath their dresses but in summertime some Lolitas wear their dresses with out a blouse. Their skirts tend to be above knee height and will wear knee or thigh high socks or patterned tights.
Hime Gyaru: Hime Gyaru tends to show more of the shoulders because of low necklines. The skirt normally reaches its end before the end of the hand and socks normally aren’t prevalent in Hime Gyaru fashion.
Prints —
Lolita: With Sweet Lolita prints you can find florals, animals, food, drinks and sometimes buildings. With Old school you can find prints like plaid and tartan. It is important to note that it’s mainly split down the middle with Lolita dresses having prints or being plain.
Hime Gyaru: Almost every Hime Gyaru dress will have a floral print ( this being roses ).
Misc —
Lolita: While some Lolita’s wear colourful wigs it isn’t needed for a Lolita coord. Makeup can vary from rather subtle to pink blush and gloss.
Hime Gyaru: Hime Gyaru is known for their dirty blonde Goldilocks wigs. Will commonly sport a fake tan although it may not be as dark as other Gyaru sub styles. Lipstick and blush is a light cold pink and they wear large false eyelashes. Long acrylic nails are a must.
Please note that there are exceptions to all of these and there are no rules to these styles and the most important thing is having fun! :))
グース系 (Goose-kei) (Taken from the English phrase ‘mother goose’)
Goose-kei is a feminine and motherly aesthetic subculture that draws inspiration from vintage children’s book illustrations, nostalgia and the whimsical world of nursery rhymes. The fashion style emphasizes soft, pastel colors, with a color palette that includes primary childish colors like bright red, blue, and yellow, mixed with muted pinks and oranges.
Clothing items often feature playful patterns and prints inspired by nursery rhymes, such as polka dots, stripes, and gingham, combined with frilly and feminine details like lace and ruffles. Dresses with pinafores, oversized bows,babydoll collars and peter pan collars are popular choices within the Goose-kei fashion style. Layering is also a key aspect of this style, with dresses, skirts, and blouses often worn together in contrasting patterns and colors.
Accessories are an essential part of the Goose-kei style, with items like ankle socks with ruffled trim, colourful tights and retro-inspired Mary Jane shoes being popular choices. Bags in the shape of animals or storybook characters are also common, adding to the playful and whimsical vibe of the subculture. You could also wear wearing playful jewelry such as beaded bracelets and necklaces, or wearing vintage-style hair clips and hair bows.
Hairstyles within Goose-kei tend to be simple and girly, with loose waves, pigtails and braids being popular choices. Some members of the subculture also incorporate playful hair accessories like bows, scrunchies, and hair clips into their hairstyles. Makeup tends to be natural and understated, with a focus on creating a youthful, innocent look. Soft blush, natural-looking lip gloss, and a hint of colour and shimmer on the eyelids are common makeup choices.
Overall, the Goose-kei aesthetic is all about embracing the playful and kitschy elements of childhood nostalgia, creating a fun and lighthearted style that is perfect for those who want to inject some whimsy and joy into their everyday fashion.
First coord I ever made, I think this was from last year or something??? I recently tweaked it n added more stuff bc i felt it was originally missing something. I like to call this coord "Cheshire Rabbit" wwww
JSK: Ista Mori (Ace and Alice JSK)
Blouse: Pumpkin Cat/南瓜猫LOLITA
Shoes: Angelic Imprint
Tights: rubyrabbit
Bag: Rabbit Smash Kira Studio/兔砸Kira工作室
Hat (+ alt hat), pocket watch necklace: ForeverRose
Outfit rundown (that you can see)
Coat: second-hand Mary Magdalene
Shawl, beret and scarf: thrifted
Boots: old Fluevog
Bag: second-hand Jean Paul Gaultier
Blouse : Baby the Stars Shine Bright
Skirt : Horror Garden SK by Angelic Pretty
Apron : Hoshibako
Hat : Off brand
Shoes : MollyPolly on Taobao
Bags : Horror Bat Bag by Angelic Pretty
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