CUTE 1980S HARAJUKU GIRLS FASHION. FAIRY KEI RAINBOW TUTUS IN MANIA Q, PASTEL CAT T-SHIRTS, BANANA FISH SHOP TOKYO.
Back to the cuteness! In June, I posted photos of Mania Q, an adorable little fairy kei hub on Takeshita Doori (Harajuku). This month, I awwed at the 1980s retro cat tees and pink skirts on display.
Gosh, I love fairy kei. The next time you’re having a dreary day, why not put on a Care Bears or kitty t-shirt, pastel foofy tutu and giant pearl necklace? Instant sunshine!
The faded rainbow tutus were my favorite. You could probably make one yourself or even try dying a petticoat in soft colors. (Remember the skirt in this post?)
What also caught my eye in Harajuku? This “stairway to nothing” (the brand names on the steps are promising, but lead to nowhere. I believe the shop closed down a while ago). And Banana Fish consistently scores in the cute fashion arena. I saw new versions of my ridiculous ghost dress and kitty scarf.
Have you climbed up on the Fairy Kei rainbow-brite rocket yet?
Off to WASHINGTON DC! I hope to see you at my Cute Yummy Time book signing; info below. There will be free cupcakes from Georgetown Cupcake!
Saturday, October 24: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Hill’s Kitchen, 713 D Street SE, Washington, DC 20003
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*aaaaaw* SO cute!
Oh my god I love it I love it I love it! Just bought my first tutu a few weeks ago! And yes please bring pearls to the forefront!
love love love it ^^
Omg… in the last pic… I'm stealing the jackets xD and those shirts of course.
I was wondering, do you know where I can buy the brands? I have money for them but I can't seem to find them on ebay or on the internet other than rakuten and closet child aside from the official websites (of the different brands such as h.NAOTO, ALGONQUINS, etc.) And they don't ship overseas… WHAT SHOULD I DO? D:
There's Marui One… http://www.maruione.jp … and ebay sellers such as Refuse to be Usual :)
Yay can't wait to see!
All that stuff is sooo cute!
Ooooh, so cute! Harajuku <3
*aaaaaw* SO cute!
Oh my god I love it I love it I love it! Just bought my first tutu a few weeks ago! And yes please bring pearls to the forefront!
Yay can’t wait to see!
Love this blog, store, and your new books!
Hope to see you there cupcake and all!
Wait, you'll be in DC for the signing??? I thought you're in Cali!
Oh, I just love fairy-kei~! Maybe it's because of my age and what sort of toys I grew up with. I should incorporate more fairy into my life hehe
love love love it ^^
Omg… in the last pic… I’m stealing the jackets xD and those shirts of course.
I was wondering, do you know where I can buy the brands? I have money for them but I can’t seem to find them on ebay or on the internet other than rakuten and closet child aside from the official websites (of the different brands such as h.NAOTO, ALGONQUINS, etc.) And they don’t ship overseas… WHAT SHOULD I DO? D:
There’s Marui One… http://www.maruione.jp … and ebay sellers such as Refuse to be Usual :)
I would buy from Mauione but the shipping is so expensive.
I do buy stuff from RTBU a lot, but I haven’t seen any h.NAOTO (I have seen a few HELLCAT PUNKS accessories).
But yeah, I do buy stuff from ebay but I can’t find anything from ALGONQUINS… I love that brand <3
Hm, it’s hard to find… with some research, you might be able to find sellers on Japanese auction sites… but sadly, the “cheapest” route is to go to Japan or Hong Kong and buy the clothes from there :(
I posted a bunch of DIY versions of h.NAOTO and other brands — http://lacarmina.com/category/how-tos/
There are always creative and inexpensive ways to achieve the look! ;D
Haha I wish I could go shopping in Japan but I’d have to wait until I have enough money xD
I could do the DIY thing but… hmm.. yea I’ll check it out. But seriously, Closet Child should have international shipping because they’re so affordable compared to the original prices of the clothes >_>
All that stuff is sooo cute!
Ooooh, so cute! Harajuku <3
Love this blog, store, and your new books!
Hope to see you there cupcake and all!
Wait, you’ll be in DC for the signing??? I thought you’re in Cali!
Oh, I just love fairy-kei~! Maybe it’s because of my age and what sort of toys I grew up with. I should incorporate more fairy into my life hehe
Hahaha I remember wearing pastels, polka dots and pom poms as a kid… and giant barrettes!
Im not a fairy-kei girl but THIS IS TOO KAWAII!~
I don't think I'll wear them but I'LL MAKE MY BEST FRIEND WEAR IT! :D
Im not a fairy-kei girl but THIS IS TOO KAWAII!~
I don’t think I’ll wear them but I’LL MAKE MY BEST FRIEND WEAR IT! :D
heeheh DO IT!
Well since its my birthday tomorrow….. She asked me what my birthday wish was… I told her >:D she gave me the “WTF” face but i dont think she could resist the cuteness :DDDDD
Hahaha I love the WTF face!
so fluffy & bright! lol
I could use a big pearl necklace & a cute kitty shirt to brighten my day! lol
I would buy from Mauione but the shipping is so expensive.
I do buy stuff from RTBU a lot, but I haven't seen any h.NAOTO (I have seen a few HELLCAT PUNKS accessories).
But yeah, I do buy stuff from ebay but I can't find anything from ALGONQUINS… I love that brand <3
Hm, it's hard to find… with some research, you might be able to find sellers on Japanese auction sites… but sadly, the “cheapest” route is to go to Japan or Hong Kong and buy the clothes from there :(
I posted a bunch of DIY versions of h.NAOTO and other brands — http://lacarmina.com/category/how-tos/
There are always creative and inexpensive ways to achieve the look! ;D
Totally! Pearls make me happy…
so fluffy & bright! lol
I could use a big pearl necklace & a cute kitty shirt to brighten my day! lol
Totally! Pearls make me happy…
omg I looooove those skirts! :o
and CARE BEARS!
omg I looooove those skirts! :o
and CARE BEARS!
Care Bears are everywhere! It’s the 80s again!
Haha I wish I could go shopping in Japan but I'd have to wait until I have enough money xD
I could do the DIY thing but… hmm.. yea I'll check it out. But seriously, Closet Child should have international shipping because they're so affordable compared to the original prices of the clothes >_>
Care Bears are everywhere! It's the 80s again!
they look great :) I actually have something like the pink hoodie thing in the last photo ;)
The second picture – ♥ awesome style ♥
they look great :) I actually have something like the pink hoodie thing in the last photo ;)
The second picture – ♥ awesome style ♥
Fairy Kei seems to be everyone’s favorite style right now… for me, it brings back childhood memories of stuffed toys and cartoons.
how lovely!~ i want that striped jacket D: … aww fairy kei! XD
how lovely!~ i want that striped jacket D: … aww fairy kei! XD
I love the chain closure on that jacket. xo
I have to visit Mania Q, i want purple and pink petticoats!!
Hahaha I remember wearing pastels, polka dots and pom poms as a kid… and giant barrettes!
heeheh DO IT!
Fairy Kei seems to be everyone's favorite style right now… for me, it brings back childhood memories of stuffed toys and cartoons.
I love the chain closure on that jacket. xo
I have to visit Mania Q, i want purple and pink petticoats!!
Well since its my birthday tomorrow….. She asked me what my birthday wish was… I told her >:D she gave me the “WTF” face but i dont think she could resist the cuteness :DDDDD
Hahaha I love the WTF face!
I love banana fish so much! When I went in there a few weeks ago I ended up spending big on there tshirts, tutus and hoodies. I really love their cute buttons, bows and brooches. I wear my tutu with pink and white striped knee high socks, pastel violet knee lengh leggings and pink and purple nike high tops. Its super comfortable!
This Banana Fish dress remains one of my favorite pieces of clothing: http://lacarmina.com/2008/10/kawaii-go…
I love banana fish so much! When I went in there a few weeks ago I ended up spending big on there tshirts, tutus and hoodies. I really love their cute buttons, bows and brooches. I wear my tutu with pink and white striped knee high socks, pastel violet knee lengh leggings and pink and purple nike high tops. Its super comfortable!
This Banana Fish dress remains one of my favorite pieces of clothing: http://lacarmina.com/2008/10/kawaii-goth-outfit-banana-fish-ghost-dress-cute-cat-scarf-bunny-purse/
I love banana fish so much! When I went in there a few weeks ago I ended up spending big on there tshirts, tutus and hoodies. I really love their cute buttons, bows and brooches. I wear my tutu with pink and white striped knee high socks, pastel violet knee lengh leggings and pink and purple nike high tops. Its super comfortable!
This Banana Fish dress remains one of my favorite pieces of clothing: http://lacarmina.com/2008/10/kawaii-go…
This is overly adorable.
Oh, in the picture with the kitty shirt and care bears shirt, do you have any idea where I could buy the tutu dress in the middle? It’s so cute and I want it so so much ♥
Can you order from Mania Q’s online shop and get shipping to the UK?