Like lolita FASHION?

[[-Erik-]]

celticfreefall

Erik

Not many I bet. Unless you're part of some lolita group.

I'm not gonna make a fool of myself and say I meant another thing when I said lolitas are atention seekers, I said it and I meant it. But like I said before I haven't met enough lolitas in my life.

Most lolitas do meetups/get togethers, based on their geographical region, so that they can meet and make friends with people who share the same enthusiasm about the fashion. It's generally based on state in the U.S. (or country if outside the U.S.). So there actually are "lolita groups", as it were.

That being said, I've known many girls who have either quit the fashion or loved it and never dressed it because they don't want to deal with standing out and attracting negative fashion in an everyday setting. Which, obviously, means that they're the complete opposite of attention seeking, but loved the fashion and hated the attention it brought. That isn't to say that there aren't attention seekers who are using lolita as a tool, but I think I'm safe to say the the vast majority of people just view it as a fashion choice.

Say what? If I was a girl (no, stop thinking that!) I don't think I'd see Lolita as a fashion choice. Or well, not an everyday fashion choice. As you know clothes worn out as time passes and you wear it, and those dresses are just too pretty. That's why I don't wear fine clothing everyday, that and beacuse I like raggy worn out jeans and dirty tee's.

[bilasaraptor]

【a l o h a • • k o a l a】

++++++++++h y p e r - a c t i v e c r e s c e n d o l l ;;++++++++++

Yeah, I do, actually.

I don't wear it as often as I do, but I have to agree that it's nice for when I want to wear something a lil'different, or stand out and draw a small crowd. :]

[Simple like Sunshine]

celticfreefall

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celticfreefall

sakuras-full-of-cats

Where do you get this kind of thing? Someone should tell me. I've always loved the style but I have no idea where I'm suppose to get any of the cutesy frilly skirts and shirts. I think I might like the style because it reminds me of when I was in pagents 4laugh

LolitaFashion.org is a great website full of information for people new to the fashion. I'd recommend doing some reading before buying, you'll thank yourself later. That database also has a great list of reputable places to buy from.

Reading on the website or...?

On the website! They have great guides specifically designed for new people interested in lolita to learn from. The Lolita Handbook is another great resource.

Thank you =) I'm geussing the lolitafashion one also says some places I can buy some?
I don't think I could be the type of girl that could wear it every day because from what I'm hearing it costs money and I'm not going to lie when I say I'm lower middle class. What do they go for anyway? confused

[hugs for yooh]

I love it, but I think I'd look stupid in it. neutral

[Simple like Sunshine]

Amanikitty

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celticfreefall

sakuras-full-of-cats

Where do you get this kind of thing? Someone should tell me. I've always loved the style but I have no idea where I'm suppose to get any of the cutesy frilly skirts and shirts. I think I might like the style because it reminds me of when I was in pagents 4laugh

LolitaFashion.org is a great website full of information for people new to the fashion. I'd recommend doing some reading before buying, you'll thank yourself later. That database also has a great list of reputable places to buy from.

Reading on the website or...?

-C'est la lune qui conduit la danse...-

Well basically you can check the first page of the official F&S thread. There's a list of stores and places you can look at.
Some of the clothing are expensive, others are cheaper in the 30-60/70 dollar range.

There aren't that many good places that are within the U.S. that sells lolita, but the majority that does sell them that are listed are very good quality.

If you want to make your own things though, you can just ask as well.

-...quand le soleil sera couché dans ton âme froide.-

I hoep there's one near me. My mom is a little edgy over the word 'lolita' Since I asked for the book xd

[Fallen from the Skies]

~waves~

"I really like it."

~waves~

[Baron Von Blackhardt]

Amanikitty

Baron Von Blackhardt

celticfreefall

Baron Von Blackhardt

celticfreefall

Baron Von Blackhardt

I don't recall being anywhere near your nether region.

Oh snap! With a name like Blackhardt, I'm sure it's difficult to keep track. Probably should go get tested for safety. But enough of this flim flam. I say your fashion sucks, and you hate mine. We're square. Neither of us gives a s**t. Another "The More You Know" moment for retards on Gaia about opinions.

If you dressed like a proper Victorian woman, I would likely find you very attractive. But instead, you bought into that Japanese bullshit.

XD I don't dress like that every day, dude. I dress like this, this, or this as everyday clothes. Which ironically are pretty 19thc. The majority of people who are into lolita fashion only do it as a part time thing, and have other fashion interests. It's just way too time consuming.

Interestingly enough, I don't dress like my sig every day. In fact, most of the time, I'm dressed more along the lines of this, and/or this. (except minus the red streak in my hair, because I quickly became aware of how gay it is)

Though, I understand why people who are into that don't doll up like that all the time, it looks like a real chore. I know it's just my opinion, but the real thing is so much better, like in the pictures you posted. I just view lolita as a soul-less Japanese attempt to "market" the Victorian era.

I must say, the facial hair is very amusing (not in an offensive way).

lul I love seeing people irl who does some serious s**t to their mustaches and whatnot.

LOL haha, I'll take it as a compliment, I guess. xD

Look at these ********.

[southern dandy]

I like the classic Lolita fashion.
But it's not something I can really pull off.
emo

[Amanikitty]

Baron Von Blackhardt

Amanikitty

Baron Von Blackhardt

celticfreefall

Baron Von Blackhardt

If you dressed like a proper Victorian woman, I would likely find you very attractive. But instead, you bought into that Japanese bullshit.

XD I don't dress like that every day, dude. I dress like this, this, or this as everyday clothes. Which ironically are pretty 19thc. The majority of people who are into lolita fashion only do it as a part time thing, and have other fashion interests. It's just way too time consuming.

Interestingly enough, I don't dress like my sig every day. In fact, most of the time, I'm dressed more along the lines of this, and/or this. (except minus the red streak in my hair, because I quickly became aware of how gay it is)

Though, I understand why people who are into that don't doll up like that all the time, it looks like a real chore. I know it's just my opinion, but the real thing is so much better, like in the pictures you posted. I just view lolita as a soul-less Japanese attempt to "market" the Victorian era.

I must say, the facial hair is very amusing (not in an offensive way).

lul I love seeing people irl who does some serious s**t to their mustaches and whatnot.

LOL haha, I'll take it as a compliment, I guess. xD

Look at these ********.

God I love when I hear about the Beard and Mustache Championships. They looks so awesome xD

[[-Erik-]]

Baron Von Blackhardt

Amanikitty

Baron Von Blackhardt

celticfreefall

Baron Von Blackhardt

If you dressed like a proper Victorian woman, I would likely find you very attractive. But instead, you bought into that Japanese bullshit.

XD I don't dress like that every day, dude. I dress like this, this, or this as everyday clothes. Which ironically are pretty 19thc. The majority of people who are into lolita fashion only do it as a part time thing, and have other fashion interests. It's just way too time consuming.

Interestingly enough, I don't dress like my sig every day. In fact, most of the time, I'm dressed more along the lines of this, and/or this. (except minus the red streak in my hair, because I quickly became aware of how gay it is)

Though, I understand why people who are into that don't doll up like that all the time, it looks like a real chore. I know it's just my opinion, but the real thing is so much better, like in the pictures you posted. I just view lolita as a soul-less Japanese attempt to "market" the Victorian era.

I must say, the facial hair is very amusing (not in an offensive way).

lul I love seeing people irl who does some serious s**t to their mustaches and whatnot.

LOL haha, I'll take it as a compliment, I guess. xD

Look at these ********.

This reminds me of those punk kids that like to style their hair with over nine thousand hair products to hold it in place.

[celticfreefall]

[-Erik-]

celticfreefall

Erik

Not many I bet. Unless you're part of some lolita group.

I'm not gonna make a fool of myself and say I meant another thing when I said lolitas are atention seekers, I said it and I meant it. But like I said before I haven't met enough lolitas in my life.

Most lolitas do meetups/get togethers, based on their geographical region, so that they can meet and make friends with people who share the same enthusiasm about the fashion. It's generally based on state in the U.S. (or country if outside the U.S.). So there actually are "lolita groups", as it were.

That being said, I've known many girls who have either quit the fashion or loved it and never dressed it because they don't want to deal with standing out and attracting negative fashion in an everyday setting. Which, obviously, means that they're the complete opposite of attention seeking, but loved the fashion and hated the attention it brought. That isn't to say that there aren't attention seekers who are using lolita as a tool, but I think I'm safe to say the the vast majority of people just view it as a fashion choice.

Say what? If I was a girl (no, stop thinking that!) I don't think I'd see Lolita as a fashion choice. Or well, not an everyday fashion choice. As you know clothes worn out as time passes and you wear it, and those dresses are just too pretty. That's why I don't wear fine clothing everyday, that and beacuse I like raggy worn out jeans and dirty tee's.

Not all fashion is meant to be disposable or everyday, though. Lolita is and always has been a couture, designer fashion. Buying lolita brand name clothes is for you to wear and truly enjoy at the same time having a well made and "authentic" fashion item. Even in Japan lolita was meant to be a "weekend dressup" type of style, it's definitely not everyday, but it's nevertheless still a fashion statement. Just like wearing a designer dress to an upscale dinner party. It's like wearing Japanese Channel, but with a crap ton of lace. And they sell like hotcakes, sometimes even in reservation where the clothes don't even make it to the stores. It's also an investment, because you can sell them for very near or even far greater the value you bought the article at.

Most lolitas, like myself, recycle their wardrobes by selling off their old things and buying new things. A dress that cost you $300 might fetch as much as $500 or more on the open market due to scarcity and demand. Again, it's like buying a limited Coach purse or Vivienne Westwood shoes. It's an investment as much as it is fashion decision.

[Simple like Sunshine]

Would it look starnge to have the lolita skirt, shirt and bloomers but wear fliflops? The flipflops would be the same color of course >.> Or just have the mary janes without the socks or stalkings?

[Bioluminous]

I like it, it makes me feel closer to my dads heritage and damn adorable

[[-Erik-]]

celticfreefall

Erik

celticfreefall

Erik

Not many I bet. Unless you're part of some lolita group.

I'm not gonna make a fool of myself and say I meant another thing when I said lolitas are atention seekers, I said it and I meant it. But like I said before I haven't met enough lolitas in my life.

Most lolitas do meetups/get togethers, based on their geographical region, so that they can meet and make friends with people who share the same enthusiasm about the fashion. It's generally based on state in the U.S. (or country if outside the U.S.). So there actually are "lolita groups", as it were.

That being said, I've known many girls who have either quit the fashion or loved it and never dressed it because they don't want to deal with standing out and attracting negative fashion in an everyday setting. Which, obviously, means that they're the complete opposite of attention seeking, but loved the fashion and hated the attention it brought. That isn't to say that there aren't attention seekers who are using lolita as a tool, but I think I'm safe to say the the vast majority of people just view it as a fashion choice.

Say what? If I was a girl (no, stop thinking that!) I don't think I'd see Lolita as a fashion choice. Or well, not an everyday fashion choice. As you know clothes worn out as time passes and you wear it, and those dresses are just too pretty. That's why I don't wear fine clothing everyday, that and beacuse I like raggy worn out jeans and dirty tee's.

Not all fashion is meant to be disposable or everyday, though. Lolita is and always has been a couture, designer fashion. Buying lolita brand name clothes is for you to wear and truly enjoy at the same time having a well made and "authentic" fashion item. Even in Japan lolita was meant to be a "weekend dressup" type of style, it's definitely not everyday, but it's nevertheless still a fashion statement. Just like wearing a designer dress to an upscale dinner party. It's like wearing Japanese Channel, but with a crap ton of lace. And they sell like hotcakes, sometimes even in reservation where the clothes don't even make it to the stores. It's also an investment, because you can sell them for very near or even far greater the value you bought the article at.

Most lolitas, like myself, recycle their wardrobes by selling off their old things and buying new things. A dress that cost you $300 might fetch as much as $500 or more on the open market due to scarcity and demand. Again, it's like buying a limited Coach purse or Vivienne Westwood shoes. It's an investment as much as it is fashion decision.

Ugh, fashion is so complicated gonk

I'll just stick to pants with holes in the butt and those old converse shoes that smell like pizza.

[celticfreefall]

Baron Von Blackhardt

Interestingly enough, I don't dress like my sig every day. In fact, most of the time, I'm dressed more along the lines of this, and/or this. (except minus the red streak in my hair, because I quickly became aware of how gay it is)

Though, I understand why people who are into that don't doll up like that all the time, it looks like a real chore. I know it's just my opinion, but the real thing is so much better, like in the pictures you posted. I just view lolita as a soul-less Japanese attempt to "market" the Victorian era.

Nice duds! And yes, it is a time consuming process to go from everyday to this. The thing is, just because I'm consuming doesn't mean that I'm not into real Victorian clothing by itself or that I'm somehow selling out my soul to the man completely. I actually collect extant clothing as well. I just like the style, and a lot of it is due to the repackaging of the Victorian aspects. I wouldn't really view the fashion as soulless, either. It didn't spring from a mass marketing scheme, but actually originally came from natural-kei street fashion. Baby the Stars Shine Bright, Angelic Pretty, and many other now very large brands were originally indie brands that became popular enough to become permanent mainstream labels. There's a lot of history that is there that people who aren't familiar with the timeline of how the fashion came to be aren't aware of at first glance. But anywho, you're entitled to your opinion. I fully admit to being a consumer whorebag. I like shopping.

But yes, that facial hair is awesome. Reminds me of this mate here. I love the Wondermark comic strip XD