GOTHIC LOLITA TWIN GIRLS PHOTOSHOOT, UNDEAD JAPANESE BJD DOLLS. ANDIE DEROUX ART STUDIO IN SEATTLE.
While in Seattle, Rose and I visited artist Andie DeRoux. As soon as we saw her Rococo-pink studio, we knew we were among a kindred spirit.
Don’t we look like undead Japanese Goth dolls?
Grey plaid Lolita dress with heart pockets: Angelic Pretty, from Closet Child Harajuku
Hair piece: I wrapped around a silver hearts ribbon, sparkly silver fabric from a dress, and two flower clips from a fabric store. The materials are about $3 total.
Black tights: Vivienne Westwood, a gift from my cousin
Knee high grey striped socks: Got these years ago
Shiny black ankle boots: Alice and the Pirates, from Closet Child Harajuku
Pink-haired Andie is also an alternative and fetish model. She’s the sweetest — we were greeted with champagne and Thai food!
Rose glued on gems for eyebrows, and rocks the Japanese circle contacts that makes eyes look huge. I’m wearing layers of false eyelashes and greyish purple eyeshadows over green and blue eyeliner, all gifted from Annabelle Cosmetics. My nail art is sparkly.
Andie’s art incorporates glossy resin and Sweet Lolita self-portraits.
From bold filigrees, ominous tree-scapes and lush floral sprays, Andie creates a mixed-media dreamland. In Rose’s words, “I wish I could decorate my house with everything you create.”
The glittery 1980s-style cell phones are pure genius.
Andie used keyboard keys and cute Japanese ice molds as materials. You can see more on her website.
Who are your favorite artists? Please leave me some links and names in the comments — I always love discovering alternative art!
Japanese Word of the Day: Gekijou = Theater
Song of the Day: D – Gekka no Yasoukyoku (Metal cover of the Malice Mizer song.)
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BODYLINE OSAKA: SWEET & GOTHIC LOLITA DRESSES, JSK, BUY CUTE JAPANESE GIRLS ACCESSORIES & CLOTHING. BAR SINISTER LA PARTY TONIGHT!
Happy New Year! Mine was amazing. I was a pirate and Sebastiano was the number one host boy. His stylized hair still looks the same as yesterday. Photos and stories from Hollywood to come. We hope you’ll party with us tonight at Bar Sinister (keep reading for the full details)…
“Sugar, ahh, Honey, honey. You are my candy girl, and you got me wanting you.”
The Archies song ran through my head when I arrived at the Bodyline boutique in Shinsaibashi, Osaka.
The big red-and-gold sign and giant Lolita photo are hard to miss.
Bodyline sells Japanese street style clothing for low prices. Sweet Lolita is popular here, but there’s also Goth, rock and punk.
The skirts may be made from cheaper materials, but the prints are cute.
I like the chandeliers and the spacious layout of this store. But I can’t stand the frantic techno Disney songs that are always playing in Bodyline!
There’s a large selection of cosplay outfits, including maid costumes.
So much to choose from… thankfully, the prices are affordable. Bodyline’s clothing and shoes also come in larger sizes!
Need maps and a full guide to Osaka Gothic Lolita boutiques? It’s all in my Japan shop guide.
Arigato to RashRo for the fanart! I dig the single wing and tentacles coming out my back. I always love featuring your drawings on my blog; email me your La Carmina or Basil Farrow art, and I’ll post it.
TONIGHT! Come party with La Carmina and Sebastiano Serafini at Bar Sinister in Hollywood.
We’ll be introducing the alternative bands Julien-K and The Dreaming. There will be fetish playroom stations, Goth EBM Industrial deejays, and copious amounts of absinthe… who’s ready to join us?
WHAT: La Carmina & Sebastiano Serafini — party at Bar Sinister
WHEN: Saturday, January 1st, 2011, 10:30pm to late.
WHERE: Bar Sinister, 1652 N Cherokee Ave (between Hollywood and Selma), Los Angeles, CA
PRICE: $16.50 advance / $20 at the door / $5 off with a MySpace flyer. Bring your receipt and ID (18+).
HOW TO BUY: Go to the Bar Sinister site, scroll down to Jan 1st and click Buy Now for advance tickets. Or just show up and get tickets at the door.
See you there — photos to come!
Japanese Word of the Day: Taisuru = Face, in response to
Song of the Day: Cyndi Lauper – She Bop
LA CARMINA
