/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

>>8489592
The blouses look virtually the same other than the sleeves. I think the mm one is only favorable because of the brown bow, but I think it would be better to choose one best suited for the weather in your area, or even better get both.
>>8487925
I saw a coord that used a peter pan collar shirt under this dress and it was cute as fuck and looked very intentional. I'd say look for some new socks first. If you're looking to go for the white blouse, I'd go for some that are white with black accents on the side like pic related (not music notes obviously but something) to balance the white. Or if you're not wearing the blouse, you could try to use black socks with white accents (which are more common). They're like $5-$20 and totally versatile.
I think cutting up the tote for a headbow is a great idea if you're going for an AP-style sweet look, but if you are, penny loafers won't cut it. You need some tea parties or at least recognizable "lolita" shoes. If you're looking for more of a cute grandma style, the penny loafers would be cute with a black beret with some coordinating pins, or an updo with a bulky headband or a few small bows clipped in.
Just remember that if you use a color on the bottom half of your coord, you need to use that color on the top half of the coord too. Esp white.