CLASSICAL LOLITA DRESSES: TOKYO GOTHLOLI SHOPPING WISHLIST. VICTORIAN MAIDEN, MARY MAGDALENE, INNOCENT WORLD, KAWAII SHOES & PURSE.
It’s terribly materialistic of me, but I confess that I’m very much looking forward to shopping in Tokyo and Osaka — soon! No harm in compiling a little Lolita wish-list, right?
La Carmina’s spring and summer picks lie in the Classical Lolita direction. Light-colored bell-skirts with blue/purple floral accents, paired with short black riding jackets and Gothic accessories. Fumiko’s brand Chantilly comes closest to my vision… (I interviewed her in this CNNGo article.)
I’ve always wanted one of Mana’s older Moi-meme-moitie dresses, with a blue and white rose print. I saw it on several lucky Japanese girls at last summer’s Moi dix Mois concert in Shibuya (click for photos and review).
Fortunately, other Japanese Lolita designers have similar dresses available. Victorian Maiden (above) and Innocent World (below)… it will be hard to decide!
Mary Magdalene is one of the finest Classical Lolita brands, in my opinion. These Lolita floral one-pieces with corset lacing are perfect for spring and summer.
I’ll certainly be poking my head into Atelier Pierrot’s Laforet boutique. I love the coordinate and flower decoration on the model on the right.
For casual-wear, Banana Fish remains one of my favorites. Joker-print skirt, kawaii t-shirt and happy-faced ghost backpack!
We mustn’t forget shoes and purses. The Alice and the Pirates crucifix sandals (above) are calling my name (note the rose-covered metal crown in the middle!). Innocent World’s cute coronet and bear bags are also adorable…
What are your spring fashion favorites? Do you have any shopping suggestions for Lolita clothes or brands? Please feel free to leave links in the comments. If you’re planning a trip to Tokyo, I hope you might find the maps and photos in my Shopping Guide helpful.
Japanese Word of the Day #3: Enemy = teki.
Song of the Day #344: Miyavi – Senor Senora Senorita
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HELLO KITTY FUNNY MOVIE FROM 90s! CHILD’S STOP-MOTION HOME VIDEO, JAPANESE SANRIO CAT TOYS STORY.
I’ve always loved Hello Kitty and made silly movies — and here’s the proof! In the 90s, I made a hilarious stop-motion video using household items (a cassette box, a remote control) and Sanrio toys. My dad and I did all the character voices, including the sound effects. (Swim-swim-swim, yoiiink!) Watch it below and here…
Chapter 1: Baby Kim is born. (You can see Carmina’s slippered feet in the back!)
Chapter 2: The Kims go to Disneyland. A boat ride goes terribly wrong, but Hello Kitty Jr. saves the day by grabbing a rope and pulling them to shore. Unfortunately, during the parade, the seats also collapse! (This adventure was, of course, inspired by our family trip to the theme park; check out the photos here.)
The moral of the story is that people don’t change, do they? From Hello Kitty toys to Scottish Fold cats. From innocent Disneyland adventures to scandalous ones. From clunky video camera movies on VHS to digi-cams films on YouTube!
Come awww at the fat-faced furry cuteness on Basil’s Scottish Fold blog. I also uploaded over 100 new photos on his Facebook; please friend him to see.
Speaking of disappearing noses… there’s more kitty kawaii on my YouTube channel; please subscribe so you won’t miss out! I have Tokyo and Osaka videos on the way…
Did you make silly home videos as a child? Aren’t they hilarious?
Japanese Word of the Day #2: Adventure = Bouken. So Adventure Team is Bouken no chimu!
Song of the Day #343: Seppuku Pistols – Nanking Boogie (A retro punk-noize band that mixes old Sexpistols with Mishima, WWII and samurai. Thanks Fallengod for the recommendation.)
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