Category Archive for Tokyo + Japan
Links to Gothic Lolita Punk fashion websites, Harajuku clothes online. Yummy You by Twinkie Chan giveaway!
I’m in Tokyo for a TV job, as you may have seen on my social networks. I’ll confess — I’ve been itching to re-visit my favorite Goth, Lolita and Punk stores.
This blog has come a long way. My content has expanded to alternative culture, fashion and travel worldwide. Nonetheless, Harajuku street style remains my passion, and was the seed that sprouted this colorful life.
Many of you tell me you enjoy my old-school coverage, and miss my sidebar links to Japanese Gothloli brands. So I’m going back in time, and dedicating this post to you… as well as this giveaway!
How’d you like to win a sushi scarf and socks, from Yummy You by Twinkie Chan?
Simply Like this cute company on Facebook and comment in this post, telling me what’s your favorite YY product. Keep scrolling for the full details.
And here are links to major Japanese alternative clothing brand websites. The groupings are general, as many of these designs span various style tribes. Model images courtesy of Kera Shop Japan (where these pictured items are sold).
♥ Department Stores: Laforet Harajuku, Marui One Shinjuku, Shibuya 109
♥ Sweet Lolita: Angelic Pretty, Baby the Stars Shine Bright, Emily Temple Cute, Innocent World, Justine et Juliette, Metamorphose temps de fille, Milky Ange, Mille Fleurs
♥ Classical Lolita: Atelier Pierrot, Chantilly, Jane Marple, Victorian Maiden, Mary Magdalene, Heart E, Antique Beast
♥ Gothic Lolita: Alice and the Pirates, Elements, Excentrique, h.NAOTO, Maxicimam MA/MAM, Moi-meme-moitie, Visible, Miho Matsuda
♥ Punk Rock Lolita: Kera Shop Arena & Angel, ScoLar, Listen Flavor, Super Lovers, Deorart, HellCatPunks, Sex Pot Revenge, Toxic Star, Dangerous Nude, Ghost of Harlem, Putumayo, Algonquins, Nile Perch
♥ Elegant Goth Aristocrat & Kodona: Atelier Boz, Black Peace Now
♥ Goth Fetish: Rituals by Kenzo-A, Alice Auaa, Suppurate System
♥ Cyber & Wa: Takuya Angel, Qutie Frash, Lacrima, Ozz On & Ozz Croce
Where are these stores located? See maps, addresses, and photos of the boutiques in my Tokyo shopping guide. I also have an Osaka Gothic Lolita Punk store guide.
What are the best Tokyo and Osaka Goth alternative clubs? Read my overview of the Japan nightlife scene. Once again, there are maps, addresses, photos, and descriptions of the club nights.
I hope you found these links and tips helpful. You can support by linking to this post, sharing it on your social networks, and adding my Facebook page (below). Thank you.
Here are some coordinates to get you inspired. Clockwise from left: Sex Pot Revenge, Toxic Star, Metamorphose temps de fille, Dangerous Nude.
Elegance meets pop punk. Clockwise from left: Miho Matsuda, Angelic Pretty, Deorart, HellCatPunks
A whiff of kitty-cat, a hint of devil. Clockwise from left: ScoLar, Listen Flavor, Super Lovers, Midas Laputa
When I say “spooky-cute,” this is what I mean. Clockwise from left: Ghost of Harlem, Putumayo, Algonquins (both bottom photos).
Goth crosses and teddy bears. Peace Now, Nile Perch
Which Tokyo street style brands are your favorites? Did you find the website list useful? (If so, I’d appreciate if you spread the word.)
Inspired to wear kawaii style? Then I hope you’ll enter my Yummy You giveaway! Pink-haired, LA-based Twinkie Chan designs crochet and knit accessories, with food influences — like sushi scarfs, eggs and bacon pins, and cupcake socks. (Tons of inspiration on her Twitter.)
She’s giving away a bento box to one lucky reader, containing a pair of sushi socks and scarf. Contest open internationally, and ends March 5, 2013. To enter…
1) Like Yummy You on Facebook
2) Check out the YY site and tell me your favorite product, either by commenting in this post or on my Facebook. Good luck.
Thanks for reading and supporting me through the years. Lots of Japan adventures coming up… peep at my Instagram for previews.
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Liz Lisa: sweet, girly, cute clothing! Japanese girls dresses, Shibuya kawaii gyaru fashion boutique in Hong Kong.
Romantic, girly and gyaru — that’s the concept of Japanese fashion label Liz Lisa. The brand is a favorite among Shibuya girls, and growing in popularity all over Asia.
Here are photos from the LizLisa boutique in Sogo department store, Hong Kong.
One of the many benefits of shopping in Hong Kong is that prices are lower than in Tokyo (even though Liz Lisa’s a Japanese brand!)
If you aren’t anywhere close to Asia, you can still get the look above. Marc Jacobs makes a similar black and white polka dot blouse. I found a short black skirt with a Gothic print, to add a bit of spookiness.
Liz Lisa’s clothes are a bit frilly for my taste, but there are a few choice pieces I’ve incorporated into my wardrobe. I like the look of a sleeveless white lace dress. Those with girlier inclinations might like this white dress with a little pink bow around the waist. You can top it off with a ribbon sun hat with a fold-up brim.
I avoided the pink stuff, but bought the nude ankle boots with faux fur (bottom left). They’re similar to these NYLA doll boots, and about the same price.
Liz Lisa’s nude and white sweater drapes in a flattering way. Here’s a similar wide-sleeved striped sweater.
Alas, these ribbon Mary Janes were not in my size! (The closest shoes I’ve seen to these are Christian Dior’s pumps with a bow on top.)
Heart shaped purses never go out of style. There’s a near-identical pink purse by Vivienne Westwood, and a nude and white version by Betsey Johnson.
Quite a few designers make cute pink bags with bows, including: Nanette Lepore, Be-Angeled, Moschino, and Valentino.
Do you like Liz Lisa? Girly-cute gyaru style? Which of the photographed designs would you wear?
Outfit photos, where I’m wearing the white lace dress and ankle boots, coming soon! Catch previews on my Instagram (lacarmina) and Twitter.
LA CARMINA
