/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

>>6561405
Well, that's just sad.

>>6561425
Hahaha

Oh, wow.

>>6561443

Bubbletea-chan, who submitted a collage as a Pastel-goth was suppose to send another picture with a better head shot of her finished look. Never did and stopped all communication. I also get another entry of a girl trying to pass herself off as some Japanese model. So, I source out the photos. I was digging around the tumblr I found the pictures at and got past a few months in the archive to find "Bubbletea-chan" in there and the photos she took.

This girl, who did submit a photo that was approved as "Bubbletea-chan" was trying to pass off as another girl and I suspect as the model as well to double her chances at winning.

So much why??!?!?

When is the deadline?

>>6561472

Jesus Christ, that's just sad.
I mean, I want to win just as much as anybody (I don't suspect I will), but to stoop so low as to attempt to cheat?

Now that's a dickbag move.

And trying to break into your account? So UN-KAWAII.

>>6561512
The deadline to send your naked face to Curious is the 21st, collage deadline is 23!

>>6561515
Yeah, it's dickish and plain old sad that they expected to succeed.

>>6561515
I don't know why she didn't just enter with her own pictures. The entry she sent was real and she wasn't bad looking.

Maybe the purpose was to wow me with such a big transformation, by using someone some models picture. I dunno, any who. She will be permanently blocked from anything I do again.

>>6561512
You still have some time left to send in an entry before the cut off date. I will be pretty strict about meeting deadlines. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me here or privately. =)

>>6561558
Thanks, it just that I found out about this today... I'll try to pop up something zipper-like, would something like this be okay?

>>6561558
Haha, you just brought back some good memories. I remember zipper-mag. Very cool people who run it.

These are the styles that are permitted: Gyaru, Lolita, Otome, Mori, Cult-party, Gothic, Fairykei.

So, you can do any style that falls under those categories. For example: Gothic has visual-kei, aristocrat style, Pastel Goth etc. The same goes for Lolita (Sweet Lolita, Gothic Lolita, Classic Lolita, Hime Lolita etc).

That is more street fashion (streetsnap), which, I have a hard time trying to place it under one of the categorizes listed. Perhaps Pastel Goth? Nu Goth isn't very J-fashion.

>>6561580
well, maybe something along the lines of pastel goth? I'll post something later on

>>6561623
No problem! =)

Just encase you do not have my contact info. Someone posted it up in the old thread here >>6546418

I look forward to seeing your entry.

>>6561580
Oh wow, dolly kei didn't get approved? I stopped following the contest before it started.

Beauty competitions make me sad. I don't like supporting them because it reinforces that a woman's natural beauty isn't popular or as highly praised as the "bigger better version" of herself.

When women get old, they're cast aside from younger and prettier versions. Why celebrate the height of a woman's physical beauty? Why not praise and admire all stages of her life?

"The flower dilemma" as I call it. Nobody wants wilted roses.

>>6561652
Dolly-kei is allowed, actually someone submitted a collage with a Dolly-kei style. =)

Dolly-kei can be closely associated to styles like Otome. The list would just get suuuuuper long if we listed every single style. Just ask in the thread if your unsure and either myself or the other judge will respond.

>>6561660
An interesting subject you raise. There is so much truth to it.

Competition is in our nature. I think its perfectly fine when the atmosphere is light and not aggressive. My aim here is to provide the ladies with something fun to do, they get to be creative and show off their personal styles. No one is tearing each other apart and that is a refreshing change for once. =) *knocks on wood to banish jinx*

>>6561652

>>6561660
no one asked you, hag

>>6561714
nor you, twat. ;)

>>6561707
Wow, seeing a westerner doing good dolly kei is really refreshing.

>>6561721
>>6561714
Ladies ladies! Must I get out the spray bottle? I'll use it! :<

Can we not fight, its not necessary.

>>6561722
She did a great job, I think. =)

>>6561728
Heh, sorry. I'm done.
>she started it

>>6561729
I appreciate it, thank you! =)

>>6561728
I think so too! I love that she updated that gunne sax sundress for the winter by adding that blouse with the jabot and the velvet jacket. And her makeup really pulls the look together. The blush accentuates her high cheek bones well. I just wish I could see her headpiece more up close. All around this is pretty much perfect. I think I'm going to be saving some entries as inspiration for my own outfits.

Sorry I'm blabbering on now, but it's just so rare to see someone attempt true dolly kei, instead of just throwing some tassels on a classic Lolita dress.

Ladies, I'm about to head to bed. It's 2:32 am for me and I need to get up in the morning to attend a meetings. So, I will not be able to check my e-mail until 2pm (KTS).

Please, if you have any questions. Ask them in the thread, either the other judge will answer them or perhaps someone else participating might. I'm pretty good at getting back to everyone, so I will see what's up. Have a goodnight or morning!

Oookay, last posty before bed time. I swear!

>>6561745
I must agree with you about everything, the attention to detail is great. Rusalka definitely has a creative flare and knows how to mix her pieces well.

I have sent my entry photo through email. I will shortly be sending a collage too.

>>6561707
Isn't that the girl that won the doll-competition that Venus hosted?

>>6561765
proof?

>>6561765
Yeah I'm pretty sure she was one of the pro winners.

>>6561767
I'm not gonna bother checking now, but I think she was wearing white and a hat. I'm not sure tho.

>>6561707
It's Anne-Hathaway-chan. She had an awesome weight loss transformation picture set.

>>6561767

>>6561838
>>6561767
Better picture, capped from fb comp page.

>>6561837
Can we see?

>>6561851

What circle lenses did she use here?

>>6561866
Looks like...her eyes, actually! If those are circle lenses, they're wonderful.

>>6561871

Hmmm pretty sure they're circle lenses. It looks like she's wearing some in the the pictures farther up the thread but her irises are about the same size in both sets of pictures. I could be wrong though?

Hello~
I was pretty nervous about attempting dolly-kei, but I'm glad to see it seems to have been well-received. Thank you for the compliments. c:
Yes, that is me in the wig and white hat. The circle lenses are EOS Ice Greens, I ordered them through PinkyParadise. I'm wearing G&G Natural Browns in my dolly-kei entry. Both sets are 14.5mm, I believe.
I am not Anne-Hathaway-chan, although I believe I know which photoset you are talking about and I'm really flattered by the comparison.

Can we ask for collage input? I have lots of other photos to play around with if someone thinks one of these photos doesn't work/can't be accepted. Can also play around with the look of the collage.

I don't see how some people can do really long photoshoots in the show. I froze my butt off out there.

>>6561837
Oops, just kidding, it's just another chick that looks like Anne Hathaway.
>>6561871
In the first set, she has really dark limbal rings, but in the Venus, they're almost a blue-ish color.
I'd say she has really pretty green eyes, but she's probably also wearing green lenses to enhance the size

>>6561892
The EOS lenses look amazing on you, they seem to blend into your natural iris really well.

I'm having a hard time figuring out what's accepted as pastel goth and what's accepted as visual kei.

like I know pastel goth has a lot of light colors put in, but sometimes I see pictures of girls wearing all black or dark colors and it looks more visual than pastel to me, only difference is that their hair is a lighter color (and sometimes it's not, it's some dark gray or dark purple).

so I guess my question is, what do you guys consider pastel goth? all I can picture is basically listen flavor stuff.

>>6561895
those are lovely pictures, my only complain is the lighting, I wish the top right one was way brighter

>>6561895
You have huge gross nose.

>>6561895
The middle pointing picture looks kind of weird and out of place with the others.

>>6561895
You look bored.
Tyra banks is an idiot, but I "smize" in all of my pictures.
You know how you wiggle your ears? Using the muscles in your face, pull them back and keep them there.

>>6561899
Thank you. The limbal ring on those is really thin, I think that's why they pass unnoticed more often than most of the other lenses I've tried.

>>6561895
>wig looks poorly styled and washes you out
>make up is bland and uninspired
>dat center pose, why? Do you think it makes you cute and quirky?
>poor coordination of the colours of your skirt throughout the rest of the outfit, a single necklace doesn't cut it

I doubt you'll win.

>>6561919
Is it a wig in the Venus pictures? Source?
You're gorgeous

why can't we give more criticism like this person? >>6561915
saying 'you're ugly' and 'doubt you'll win' is just stupid and catty.

post your goddamn pictures or be useful.

>>6561905
Uhm, even without colors pastel goth is quite different from VK.

>>6561895
>droopy eyes
>doing the "face turned down eyes looking up" pose

Oh no, dear.

>>6561915
Smize? As in what Tyra calls smiling with your eyes?

>>6561895
Here is my advice for you:
Your eye make up would be better if you made it thicker towards the outer corners. At the moment, your eyes look a little bit droopy, but if you 'lift' the corners by thickening your eyeliner or even doing a slight flick it would look a lot better.

Wear some blush! If you're already wearing blush, a little heavier wouldn't hurt. When you're doing pictures, remember it will look more washed out than looking at yourself in the mirror, so put it heavier.

It wouldn't hurt to have a darker lip colour. Not dark, but a couple of shades darker than you have now. Rosey lips with a bit of gloss.

That's about it really. I like that you matched your eyebrows to your wig, and your eyelashes are really nice. Ignore the anon saying you have a gross nose or you're ugly because I think you're very pretty.

>>6561892
Do you have a tumblr or blog or something? facebook? anything? <3

>>6561915
>You know how you wiggle your ears?
No, teach me that! How the fuck do you do that!

>>6561963
Yeah. Awful show, but on occasion it does have decent advice for taking a better picture.

>>6561975
Can you move your ears at all? You basically tighten the muscles along the side of your face.

>>6561996
I'm part asian and my eyes do that automatically. I have a hard enough time keeping it from looking they're closed, let alone squinty.

>>6561931
Thank you, you're very kind. c: I actually don't remember the source of this wig, I bought it a long time ago. I believe it may have been from an ebay supplier, though.

>>6561970
I recently started a personal tumblr (halfbanshee.tumblr.com) but I don't have a lot of original content on there yet. I'd like to keep up doing reviews on circle lenses and maybe makeup products and accessories in the future.

Sorry about the delay in response, I'm getting ready to go to work right now.

>>6561966
Thank you for the advice. When I put on the blush it looked really bright to me so I guess it did get faded through the camera. I am not one to wear heavy make up and I don't wear lipstick or lip colour to begin with so I am not really sure when how much colour on the lips is too little or too much.

>>6561924
I didn't know the make up had to be blow everyone's mind with it's creativity and do you even Jojo.

>>6561915
I've watched every season of ANTM but I still can never quite grasp smizing I think. Neither can I wiggle my ears but I guess it's something to practice.

>>6561912
I could switch it to something more serious but I personally love Jojo posing.

>>6561909
I can honk it like Chen.

>>6561908
Lighting and stuff can be easily fixed. This isn't my final one, just something to test the waters.

>>6561895
It's okay, I kind of agree with >>6561924, the makeup is uninspiring and I'm not fan of the wig. The outfit is good, but you should wear something on your head, since it's a pretty detailed dress and the overall look looks empty without any accessories on top. Maybe more heavy and dark makeup would look good, since it's gothic.

It's not a bad outfit, it's just not particularly great. You have potential, so you should make some improvements and it will be good.

>>6561472
>that white eyeliner
there's a thin line between "big eyed look" and "make-up malfunction".. and I just.. I don't know why people bother overdoing it as we can well see that your eye isn't naturally that big

Whatever happened to Venus' contest?

>>6561895
>>6562099
I like it, but like other people have said, your makeup needs to be a tad bolder since it has to be for it to show up on camera. Some more accessories too. Good job keeping a good attitude despite the nasty comments. Ladies, play nice. If you have criticism, make sure you also give advice on how to fix it. Don't be that guy.>>6561924

>>6562344
Well, the girl who was suspected of entering three times under three different accounts won, don't know what to think of that. I'm sure it got really stressful for them though.

>>6562344
There were like 30 winners overall. It was kind of a huge clusterfuck, but there were a lot of entries and people accusing Lily of not being real/stealing photos and then it turned out she was real and not stealing any pics etc.

Good morning ladies. I'm not staying on long, as I mentioned before I have a meeting to attend.

>>6561895
First of all, please ignore the petty attempts at trying to troll you. I do agree that the middle picture, doesn't seem to fit in with the flow of the rest of the pictures. If you have a headpiece, that would greatly balance out the coord.

The tips about winging the liner is great. A "touch" more blush and you could do a lip-stain with lip-gloss over it or a more pigmented lip-gloss.

>>6561905
I've posted a pic of what Visual-kei looks like. The makeup used for this style of clothing is always a paled out face, with black or deep blue lipstick or completely paled out lips. Heavy on the black eyeliner & deep colored eyeshadow. With very "spock" like eyebrows. Black nail polish as well. Now the hair can really be any color for this look they usually like to partially cover one eye with fringe bangs.

Pastel Goth, can have punk elements to it sometimes. Hair can range from pastel of course, to black or brown hair that has that ombre effect. You see a lot of bats, skeletons, inverted crosses, deco stud accessories and eyeballs. You can simply Google: Pastel Goth images for inspiration.

>>6561909
(Attacking someone like that only show your poor breeding and lack of character. It's uncalled for and completely unnecessary. Truly, it is better to say nothing at all. Please refrain do not attack anyone in this thread, I would greatly appreciate it)
>>6561924
(I appreciate you trying to give advice, but there is a way of doing so without being rude)


>>6562308
>>6561966
>>6561939
Thank you ladies! Your maturity is greatly appreciated.

>>6562099
You have such a bad ass attitude! I applaud your strength and humor.

>>6562467
*Please refrain from attacking ^^

Excuse the errors, I was making a large post and had to delete it partially because it was far too large.

>>6561905

>>6562475
emailed you my entry photo :3

>>6562467
those clothes make me thing of the Labyrinth...was Jareth the grandpappy of Visual Kei? I mean, he certainly had the hair and makeup for it....

>>6562530
*think

>>6562482
Who the fuck drew that? They could not be more wrong.

>>6562535
Then you have no clue about Pastel Goth.

>>6562535
>>6562552

I think Pastel Goth is being used to mean Spooky Cute rather than Cupcake Goth.

>>6562530
Visual Kei is the Glam Rock of Japan, so it's not really that strange to think that a Glam Rock inspired look looks like Visual Kei.
VK started in the early the 80s, if i'm not mistaken. X Japan was one of the big starting points. and Glam Rock was a 70s thing, David Bowie and all. so it seems it kind of migrated over to Japan.

>>6562535
It looks pretty accurate. My only problem is calling the spiked garters "gothic". Spikes are more punk than gothic.

Can I get some feedback on my collage?
thank you very much ^w^

>>6562637
you're so cute! though I wish you had taken your full body picture with a darker background or plain wall, the makeup is nice but maybe a darker blush? or make it higher up on your cheekbones because it looks like you're flushed in the bottom right picture

>>6562644
Aw thanks! That's a good idea, I don't think there is a single plain wall in my entire house though, lol.
I piled on the blush to make it show up in the pic, but it looks like I might have done too much.
thanks for your input~ <3

>>6562637
seconding super cute!

Any tips on otome makeup? I don't want to enter just yet until I know what I'm doing, so I don't end up looking ridiculous.
I love fake eyelashes, is there any way I can work them into an otome outfit?

>>6562637
Wait.. are you actually *reading* lolita there?

Is this because of the name-parallel? Or, wait, I thought lolita fashion had nothing to do with a lolita (preadolescent) fetish?

polite sage for nocontent

>>6562711
if you want to use fake lashes I recommend using a pair that are a bit more natural and wispy as opposed to the pointy super long lashes. as far as otome goes, natural looking makeup is the best, just add a bit of blush and a small winged liner

>>6562752
hahaha I just noticed that, cute.

>>6562752
I am actually reading Lolita. I'm reading it for school, I thought it would be clever to pose with it.

Lolita has nothing to do with the fetish, except for the name. The Japanese who started the fashion used the name from Vladimir Nabakov's book.

It's a good book anyway. :3

The Japanese who started naming the fetish also used the name, unfortunately.

>>6562764
Ah. It's a fantastic book.Really fucks with your head, though, because you start *rooting* for Humbert Humbert and then realize that his love interest is a *pre pubscent girl*.

Also love how he rips on Joyce in the prose.

So, okay, /cgl/, help me understand lolita fashion. I don't ask this condescendingly. And, don't get me wrong, I'm cool with the idea of dressing up and looking like a princess or doll or whatever.

My question is: how often do people who use the fashion dress up? What is the primary motivation behind this fashion... is it associated with a culture (e.g. punk fashion, etc)? How do people treat you if you are dressed up in lolita? Is there a male equivalent to lolita? Do you find it hard to go out looking like this? I imagine the contrast between your highly intricate outfits and the typical guy's slacks+button up+blazer look don't exactly... meld.

>>6562790
A lot of these questions you learn by lurking for a while, because they get asked often, but I'll humor you and answer.

>how often do people who use the fashion dress up?
It varies extensively - for some, it's a con/meetup only deal. Others wear it every single day. It's whatever you feel like you want to do.
>What is the primary motivation behind this fashion... is it associated with a culture (e.g. punk fashion, etc)?
Again, it varies from person to person. Most just think it looks pretty, though.
>How do people treat you if you are dressed up in lolita?
We have threads asking this ALL the time, and again, TONS of variation. For me, about 49% positive, 50% neutral/curious, 1% negative.
>Is there a male equivalent to lolita? Do you find it hard to go out looking like this? I imagine the contrast between your highly intricate outfits and the typical guy's slacks+button up+blazer look don't exactly... meld.
Ouji, aristocrat, and dandy are considered appropriate male equivalents. Most of us don't care if our boyfriends match, though.

Sage for off-topic - you really should just lurk moar, because these are common questions.

>>6562804
Polite sage for my final non-contribution to the thread.

Thanks. I guess we can pretend that these questions are for the sake of other lurkers who are asking the same one.

A good buddy of mine is doing his PhD in Fan Studies (as part of Cultural Studies) and sort of turned me on to the idea of looking at different fan cultures. Lolita, while not a fan culture, is certainly it's own thing. I'll have to tip him off to it.

Thanks for the help anon.

>>6561472
Kind of weirded out about seagulls trying to cheat in a cgl-based contest, considering it is very easy to find out if you've just been stealing pictures for it, and seagulls tend to be a lot more wary of that.

also, >>6561707 is gorgeous, wow.

>>6562487
Thank you, I believed I received (you should be one of the 5 ladies who recently submitted).

>>6562711
Natural looking lashes are best for this sort of look, the most important part for Otome is the fresh looking face. Blush that mimics a natural flush, natural pink gloss. I added a picture as a reference.

>>6563137
Very true, but sometimes greed clouds the mind.

>>6562790
why the fuck were you rooting for Humbert? All the terribly controlling shit in the relationship, all the ways he twists things to make himself look like he's blameless (and he gets to, because he's the narrator, so he kinda glosses over these mentions of Dolores being upset with the whole thing etc)

And yeah, you REALLY need to lurk more.

>>6562637
>reading lolita by nabokov
>in a sweet lolita outfit

i'm genuinely disturbed

Why does everyone always call every dark haired, green eyed plain girl "Anne Hathaway"?

they don't even REMOTELY ever resemble her anyway. also, half these entries have terrible embarrassing subtle shoop in the form of facial reconstruction

>>6563330
because anne hathaway is terribly plain.

>>6563258
Not that anon, but most of the people I know who were sympathetic towards Humbert was because of his prose and the fact he was an unreliable narrator. A lot of people always tend to forget how biased first person perspectives are for some reason, like in 'Pale Fire', 'Ethan Frome', etc.

>>6563330
I was once called an Anne Hathaway look a like because I have big eyes and my eyebrows looked like hers, or something similar. I don't quite understand either.

>>6563330
>>6563337
People like seeing similarities between things and commenting on them, no matter how trivial the actual similarity is. I think it's a form of small-talk that's just slightly more involved than talking about the weather. It's not something meant to be taken seriously but when a girl is compared to a beautiful famous actress, you can't really blame her for latching on to that comparison.
Random strangers have told me I look like Audrey Hepburn, because I have full eyebrows/a short dark fringe/similarly shaped eyes that must have reminded them of her. Believe me, I do NOT look like Audrey Hepburn. I wish.
It's like when old Hungarian ladies tell me my Moitié jsk looks exactly like the national costumes they used to wear when they were young. When you look at it critically the comparison does not hold up at all, but you're not supposed to look at it critically. They're just trying to say something nice.

>>6563330
Because Anne Hathaway anon really does look like the actress.

>>6563403
Looks LIKE = similarities. Nobody said you were Hepburn's twin sister or that Anne Hathaway Anon is the actual Anne Hathaway or anything. They look alike.

If you have similar hair, brows and eye shape, then yes, you do look similar to Hepburn.

>>6563327
sorry ;-; I thought it was clever. I don't think anyone really likes it, though. I'll probably use another photo because everyone thinks it's stupid.

Just like to make a note of this here, but Rusalka isn't the Anne Hathaway-chan with the weightoss pictures. That girl isn't even a channer, I made a thread using the girls pictures about 3 years ago on /fit/ and it accidentally took off and /fit/ made her their mascot for a while after lol

It's weird seeing it reposted, I always kind of get a "WHAT HAVE I DONE" feeling haha

>>6563706

Proof?

>>6563708

I link you to the archived thread from /fit/ and I can also link you to the Livejournal where she originally uploaded her weightloss pictures haha

I wasn't trying to be an asshole, I was bored one night and didn't think anybody would take it seriously, but her weightloss really is incredible. Shame she's actually anorexic and Auschwitz mode now.

>>6563612
where are you seeing facial reconstruction happening in any of these entries?
anything more than minor blemish removal is basis for disqualification, so please, point out where this 'terrible, embarrassing'--but somehow so subtly done that the rest of us can't detect it--shoop is.
also, if that's your idea of 'plain', then you really need to get out more.

>>6563612
I don't think it was stupid, but it's hard enough to explain to people that lolita fashion has nothing to do with ageplay or pedophilia without bringing Nabokov's novel into it. I actually really enjoyed the book, but I think the sexual themes (and really depressing ending) make most lolitas want to disassociate themselves from the character of Dolores. I really like the idea of using a book or another prop to go with your photoset, though. c:

>>6563330
so far I haven't seen anyone abuse shop because it is grounds for being terminated from the contest, stop trying to stir stuff up that doesn't exist.

anyways how many girls entered this contest and is this curiousbear person even real? totally not trying to start drama, I just never seen her here before is all.

>>6563783
Just check the tumblr or Fan page she made for the contest. I'd day she's pretty damn real and so are those prizes. Not everyone is a camwhore or starved for attention. Sometimes people prefer to operate incognito and I applaud her for that.

>>6563783
she briefly entered the /cgl/ idol contest before things got nasty
she uploaded videos of the contest prizes and photographed the stash several times
if she's not real, someone's going to an awful lot of trouble to make it seem like she is.
and I mean, what does she get out of it if it's all some kind of weird scam? photos of /cgl/ girls without makeup to fap to?

>>6563814
lol...i guess people can't understand her type, cause she's actually very sweet and mature.
So will this be a monthly thing or bi-monthly?
She mentioned in the old thread of having more contests with different themes.

>>6563814

Maybe she's like, a nice person?

Seriously, if somebody wants to do a good thing then just accept it for what it is, there doesn't have to be a catch.

>>6563832
Her and Choke should team up and host a dolly contest.

>>6563836
If you want to suggest that idea do it don't post anon, Curious. You aren't even close to being on Chokes level.

>>6563851
I know for a fact that that wasn't her. She's been sick and meds messed up her sleeping schedule. I do however agree with the anon. I would love to see her and choke team up.

Good morning and Good evening ladies! =)
I do apologize. I tried to respond to as many e-mails I could yesterday. Then totally crashed from exhaustion.

>>6563712
>>6563783
I'm happy that the ladies in this contest are playing by the rules with the exception of that one girl who tried to pose as different people.

>>6563832
Still trying to figure that stuff out. In the old thread we discussed the topic of themes ranging from Manga couple, Opposite couple coords, dolly look etc.

>>6563834
Thanks for the support. I hope, with time of course. More seagulls will be more trusting. But, I totally understand that is something earned. ^-^

>>6563851
I'm just going to ignore that.


I will be a touch busy today, so I will be in and out of the thread. You know how to get in touch with me if its urgent.

>>6563851
newfag here. why is Choke so admired? I dont find her special even if she is a model. She sells wigs online, thats nice, but meh.

>>6563906
Good evening Woop! We had one more entry today and I will be receiving a small batch of entries on Monday. I think one girl might be finished with hers today, so I'll try to check my e-mail often so I know, I've received it.

I'm going to get some stuff in my stomach first. If you ladies have any questions, please feel free to ask. =)

>>6563916
I would guess because she is a really nice person. To be honest, I probably known as much as you with concern to Choke. Why anyone phantoms the idea, that I'm trying to compare myself to anyone...honestly kinda baffles me.

I enjoy being my own person and don't pay any attention to other peoples lives. I'm too busy being happy with my own. =)

Sorry I couldn't give an answer, perhaps another anon can help more than I.

>>6563924
>>6563924
Awesome! Getting excited even though I lost my voice. Really can't wait for all the girls to submit.

>>6563930
cgl has a thing for always assuming others are doing what they do for the e-fame... whats up with that

>>6563935
I can see your point and I totally get it. But, I've done nothing like that. No spamming pictures of myself or personal pages to gain anything from. People ask me questions, I try to answer vaguely and not get too much into personal stuff. Cause, I don't want this to be about me.

This anon said it best. =)
>>6563834

>>6563924
was planning on submitting an entry sometime tonight. Do I need to email you both the entry and original photo at once or just the original plain photo first?

Okay, /cgl/, my second attempt while taking in the advice I got previously. I took a shit load of photos so if there is a particular one that is most disliked I can see about changing it.

>>6563991
Much better!

>>6563991
The close up of your face is at an unflattering angle. The seeing up your nose angle is never used for a reason.

Better than before, but honestly not as good as it could probably be. This >>6564024 Anon is right, though I can't figure out an angle that will simultaneously flatter your nose and eyes. Your expression is kind of awkward too, you look like you're listening to something really boring.

>>6563258
That's sort of my point. The perspective is Humbert's. His prose and thoughts begs for sympathy, his actions beg for contempt.

That's sort of what makes the story special. There are moments where Nobokov makes certain to add a bias to the narrative in order to color certain scenes as sweet or genuine love.

So for a moment, you start to empathize... and then you face the horrific work that he ends up doing.

Humbert isn't an unlikable person. He has merit and flaw as much as any other person and reminds us that people don't fit in these neat little boxes of "monster" or "good guy". So, as a reader, you have to encounter this conflict in reading the work and realize that he *is* a monster.

It's like an anti-hero in reverse.

>>6563991
You look like a man in drag.

>>6564053
I thought the angled closeup in the first photoset looked fine. To the anon who voiced concerned about your eyes looking 'droopy', I would suggest doing maybe a different style of makeup to offset this?
picture related.

>>6564074
You sound like a shallow asshole with nothing better to contribute to this thread than a half-assed attempt at trolling us.
0/10

>>6564074
this anon is, unfortunately, kind of right. i personally find the amount of blush used extremely unflattering.

>>6563991
This is so much better than before, and I love your outfit :)

>>6563988
It is preferable that you send your nakey face shots to CB, the collage can be sent to either me or her. My email is in the field and hers can be found in the other thread.

>>6564104
>:)

you don't belong here

>>6564122
And to elaborate on this
CB's email: Doll.haus@ymail.com
The tumblr: http://dasdollhaus.tumblr.com/

and the fanpage is /DasDollHaus at facebook.

>>6564151
just sent it. I hope I did everything right.

>>6563991
These are almost worse than the others. The closeup looks like you don't know how to use a camera.

first attempt at a sort of kogal style, cgl, what do you think?

>>6564093
You sound mad, her smile is also bad
and makes her look retarded

>>6564241
I have some constructive criticism if it's ok with you:
>tuck in the shirt
>trim your bangs, or side sweep them, at the moment they make you face look too round
>the area above your lip seems a little dark, try to lighten it to avoid a moustache look
>the bow looks cute, but the stripes are bothering me a bit, try using a similar bow (in both dimension and colour) with matching patterns/side but nothing too over detailed
>overall the outfit looks cute and simple, your make-up seems fine (even tho I can't see much of the upper side of your eyes due to those bangs) your hairstyle is ok but frankly it's a bit boring, try experimenting a bit more, otherwise the outfit would be a bit plain.

>>6563991
Closeup shot is bad, all need better lighting, and damn girl if you have that big/fancy of a camera, learn to use the timer function instead of mirror shorts.

>>6564241
protip: resize that image before you upload it here

besides that, it looks alright. Not the best and not the worst

>>6564265
thanks for the advice, i was worrying a bit about my bangs, ahaha. the bow is a hairclip with a ribbon attached, i was planning to make one quickly but i wanted a demo first. but overall great advice anon, its much appreciated! will take it all into consideration for my next attempt before submitting~

>>6564289 yeah...it is a bit big isnt it....haha will definitely resize next time, thank you though!

>>6564241
It looks a little plain. Besides that, I think it could help you taking pictures outside, in a pretty setting. It makes such a big difference.

>>6564241
I wish we could see your hair accessories better, it looks like they're cute and brightly colored but you don't have any detail shots. I'd also like to see a close-up of your nails, kogal usually relies a lot on minor details and accessories to give a more 'gal' look to a standardized school uniform. Maybe consider adding some cute jewelry like a necklace or something as well.

Could I get some feedback on my collage? Tried following the critique I got from the last thread, which was to make my blush stronger and use some gloss (I couldn't find my gloss, so I tried some balm and lipstick). So I'm mainly looking for feedback on the collage, since I can't change my look and take new photos right now. I stupidly cut my bangs too short this morning... ;_;

Hi ladies, sorry again. Apparently, I wasn't done sleeping. I was waiting for my tea to steep and feel back a sleep while waiting on the touch. I am sick right now, so my body is feeling a little rough.It's 11:03am right now and I'll be AWAKE (lol) and on for the next few hours.

>>6563988
Hi, sorry for the late reply. You're suppose to send me the entry photo to be approved first, then the entry once you've been approved. Though, I haven't had any issues lately with cheat....except for that one young lady.

>>6564074
I know this may be your opinion, but you should be more tactful. Because saying that helps nothing and is rather rude.

>>6564241
I have a link to help with the makeup: http://asian-beauty.livejournal.com/1219327.html?thread=14072319

I would like to see you nails a bit more, it looks like you need a bit of nail art?

>>6564443
I agree with this.

>>6564532
May I ask where you got that dress? It's lovely.

>>6564532
I love the subtle details, the bow in your hair matches the bows in your dress.

I'll hush up though and let the anons say their piece. c:

future contest idea, not sure if it counts for cosplay....but perhaps an outfit from a different era? 50's, 40's, 20's, Victorian even? only rule is it has to be from before you were born?
(got carried away looking at pretty Edwardian era stuff today...)

>>6564578
Thank you!

>>6564574
I bought it in Shanghai. There are similar looking dresses on ebay, but I haven't seen something exactly like it. Sorry anon :/

>>6564532
There doesn't seem to be any complaints, I'd say its the one then. =)

>>6564532
oh no the cutest girl in the world is entering, i have no chance of winning now ;-;

but really gosh you look super amazing <3

>>6564061
>His prose and thoughts begs for sympathy, his actions beg for contempt.
I'm going to disagree, as I believe Nabokov was fairly generous in giving us ample reason within Humbert's own narration to make us hate him and the reason the book is so finely crafted is that it so thoroughly paints his delusion and it's terrifying.

In fact, at most moments when Humbert almost tricks us into sympathizing with him (or rather tricks himself and by proxy the reader about what's going on/his intent) he describes Dolores (whether in her actions, going on and on about her appearance, or her romantic feelings) in a way that immediately seems OFF.

And he IS a rather unlikeable person, though that's purely opinion.

(anyway, sorry for butting in, this is really OT)

>>6562804
>>6563258

Ah guys, be nice to Medfag. He's a cool bro.

>>6565236
Eh, I appreciate it. In their defense I *do* need to lurk moar. Also, I appreciate the differing interpretations of Lolita. It's been years since my last reading and so I think some of the opinions, particularly >>6564780 are pretty poignant.

Anyway, I'll stop posting in this thread cause... I'm just throwing it way off the tracks. (polite sage)

>>6565314
It's alright, I don't mind a little light discussion in the thread at all. =)

>>6564713
Sorry, I went to sleep. Will send it now!

>>6564241
That's not really kogal style at the moment. Kogal still needs that gyaru-esque make up to make it stand out. Your make up just needs to be a bit heavier on the eyes, maybe some contouring etc.

Just getting back in super late, some plans came up. I replied to all e-mails and approved several entries.

>>6563991
I was re-reading over the thread to make sure I didn't miss anyone. I think the only picture that I would say to change would be the one with the face shot pointing upwards. Otherwise, I think you makeup looks a lot better and the whole outfit looks balanced because of the headpiece. =)


>>6564581
Maybe I could do something separately. But, it has to be more weeb related to be on this board, sadly.

I did the concept! That's my kind of era :D

>>6564241
This anon is giving great advice >>6565721

This is probably a really stupid question but how is everyone doing their collages so nicely?

>>6564532
I like that you chose a casual style like otome, but it doesn't look plain at all.
Is the horse on top the same necklace you're wearing in the outfit photo?

>>6566112
photoshop...

Can I get some tips on my pictures? I think I might have to redo it because the camera hasn't picked up the make up very well and a lot of the pics came out blurry, but just want some tips for when I do redo it.

>>6566386

If it's a Winter theme put a white bunny on the collage instead, the brown one looks out of place :)

>>6566386
I think you look adorable, but maybe try brushing some of your wig back behind your shoulder in the next set of photos so that we can see the details on the JSK bust more clearly?
I also feel like maybe the light brown shoes are a little out of place, there's nothing quite that shade in the rest of the outfit. I wonder if red or black would work any better.

>>6566405
Thanks, I'll swap it for a white one. I went with brown because I thought the rabbits on the dress are brown, but they're actually more of a weird yellow/brown.

>>6566443
Good idea, I might have to clip some of the wig back because it's so fluffy. I agree about the shoes. I only have one pair of red shoes but they're flat and look unflattering, but I might go and buy some red heels. Any tips for style of shoe?

>>6566324
Thank you. Yes, I photoshopped the rocking horse necklace on top since I wanted to show the necklace better.

>>6566112
>open some kind of photo editing program, like photoshop
>paste your pictures into a document
>resize, cut, rotate until they're placed the way you like it
>find a background that suits your clothing and style (like sweet lolita can use pink heart background etc.)
>find suitable graphics and place them around the collage (gothic collage can have bats, skulls, crosses etc.)
>write your name in a nice font
That's basically it anon. You don't need to be a photoshop god or anything, putting the collage together is kinda like how you would coordinate an outfit.

>>6561721
>passive aggressive smiley

Oh just go crawl in a fucking hole.

>>6562346
Bitch, this is 4chan, not "ass-pat central".
If you soft cunts cant take a hard hit, gtfo 4chan and have a nice day.

>>6563592
That anon looks nothing like her at all.

>>6563991
close up reminds me of this.

Let's try to ignore the dramanon and talk about the contest.

CB, could you tell us what kind of styles you are expecting so far? What seems to be most popular?

Strange how there is so few entries so far, but they are all pretty top-notch. No greasy lazyasses. I guessing that we will get like 20 entries the last day.

>>6566725
Theres more than one drama-anon in here ;D

>>6566729
um, okay?

>>6566725
I agree, I'm really surprised of the level so far, both in the thread here and on the facebook.

Would it be feasible to even try to enter a Mori style while having facial piercings? I've never done anything like this before and I just got my first Mori "coord" (for lack of any better word).

>>6566745
I don't know much about piercings, but can't you just take them out for the photos?

>>6566750

I could, but there would still be noticeable marks and, generally, it's almost more eye-catching when people see where the piercings used to be , so I'm sort of at a loss as to what would be more acceptable.

>>6566762
How many do you have and where are they placed? If it's just a tiny hole, can't you just shoop over it? I would say that would go under minor editing, like removing minor blemishes.
But you should probably ask a judge first in case.

>>6566777

I have two, one in my lip and one on my nose bridge, but I suppose that could count as minor editing. I'll go ahead and ask a judge, thank you very much!

>>6566386
Have you thought about doing something more decorative with your wig? Clipping it back using matching ribbon or something is one solution, but you have a lot of hair to work with there--you could style it into something like picture related and it would be super cute with your beret.

It's kind of difficult to find loli-able shoes in normal stores where I live, but I would say look for something in either bright red to match your pouchette or bordeaux to match the JSK underskirt--you could also, I think, get away with velvet or fur accents to complement the outfit's overall wintery feel. Even if all you have is plain oxfords like the one in your picture, lace them with a velvety ribbon instead of the leather one, or make bow shoe-clips that match your coordinate so you can slide them on top.

>>6566386
also, you are adorable
polite sage for non-contribution.

So, I have a question. We're supposed to send collages and the naked face pic to CB?

>>6566792
Thank you so much for the great advice! I have some fur collars (not fawn) I think will match pretty well. I love the hair style in the picture so I'll have a play around with the wig and see what I can do with it.

>>6566801
Aww, thank you!

>>6566811
for the 10000th time, yes.

I really like the job this contestant did on their hair and makeup, but I want to suggest that maybe they re-enter wearing either taller socks or longer pants. That's a lot of thigh for a boyish style like kodona.

>>6566972
Do I see camel toe?

>>6566978
If it's not, then those are really shitty shorts.

>>6566811

Info Page (after facebook.com, copy this):/notes/doll-haus/j-fashion-transformation-competition-3-open-worldwide/117622441738490.

Deadlines:
Bare Face Entry Picture - Jan. 21st, 11 pm EST
Collage Pictures - Jan. 23rd, 11 pm EST

E-Mail pictures and questions to: Doll.Haus@ymail.com

>>6566443
The bows on the outfit have that same shade of brown on them. Not her, just pointing it out.

>>6566996 >>6566978
They were really shitty shorts. Her other photos didn't show anything

Isn't this contest run by the same guy who was getting called a pedo left and right by the end of that idol contest?

This whole thing spells disaster. I can just imagine bitter contestants doing the same thing by they end of this.what is the purpose of this anyhow? Aren't you all a little old for popularity contests?

>>6566694
Why the tough guy bravado? Is that really necessary?
This isn't about who is tougher, its about acting like your grew up with some manners.
Not everyone here needs to be or act vile. *sigh* I'm just going to ignore the trolls now.

>>6566725
A good amount of Lolita, as I expected.
Otomi and Mori seems to be very popular.
We have a few Gyaru's as well.
Some Gothic styles.
No Fairykei.
No Cult-party.

Yes, we're waiting on quite a few collages and still getting entries.

>>6566777
Yes, that would be would be okay. I personally don't see an issue with that, since it would be distracting from the whole look. It's a minor edit, which is allowed.

>>6566811
Yes =)

>>6567059
No, I'm very much a girl. I don't even know what your getting on about.
This isn't anything like the idol contest. The purpose is have fun, be creative and in the end win stuff.

>>6567507
*Otome

>>6566998
Just so everyone is aware, if you miss the deadlines. I cannot accept your entry picture or collage picture anymore. I do apologize in advance. But, this is the only way to keep things organized and timely.

>>6566978
>>6566996
>>6567008
It's just the material of the shorts. It's been remedied.

>>6567507
no fairy-kei?
This is an outrage!

>is have fun, be creative and in the end win stuff.

Don't you mean

>be childish and petty
>create drama
>voice mostly unwanted personal opinions about another's appearance
>bitch and whine when not voted most kawaii

>>6567600
The few that did, changed over to something else. =<

>>6567545
Is the deadline for the naked face the end of the day tomorrow? My camera is fucked and my friend is coming to take my photos tomorrow afternoon.

>>6567619
>puts self in contest based off of outward appearance
>unwanted opinions
>implying
>lolepicmeeemarrowsguise

>>6567639
Yes, tomorrow at 11pm EST is the deadline for the naked face pictures only.

Finally got to taking some pictures and stitching them together into a collage! I'll admit that I'm not too savvy with photoshop and I don't have a very good eye for graphic design, but it gets the job done at least.

I think I'm going to go ahead and submit this, but if anyone notices anything super glaring, could you please point it out so I can attempt to amend it? Thanks!

Hi ladies!

Please remember that tonight is the deadline to get your naked face entries in. >>6566998 (Also please remember to have your requested info on the piece of paper)

Thanks, =)

>>6569628
Very lovely, I see that you've deepened your eye-makeup. I think its a submission worthy piece, unless someone else wants to add in their two cents?

>>6569628
you're so adorable. but it feels unfinished to me. like, not as gyaru as typical gyaru. maybe bigger hair? just a little tease?

>>6569684
I did! Thank you. c: I appreciate your help, by the way.

>>6569695
Thank you! Yeah... I tried making it as huge as I could, but unfortunately my hair is thinner than a baby's and this is what it looks like teased. Unless I want a terrible rat's nest. It's depressing. I'm actually looking at investing in a wig sometime soon. c:

>>6569628
>duckface
Looks good though.

>>6569695
I could be wrong, but she seems to be going for casual gyaru? The average girl who dyes her hair in Japan is also considered 'gyaru' so it's not all the over the top big sexy hair stuff.

>>6569695
She's going for mode gyaru, which tends to be more elegant.

Here is some more pictures of that style:
http://www.tumblr.com/tagged/mode%20gyaru

=) Defiantly a nice alternative to the typical gyaru look, which is very heavy looking.

>>6569684
Aw man, 'cause of timezones I'm not going to have time to get a picture now. Shouldn't have procrastinated.

>>6569720
Hahaha, all the pictures where I'm smiling or something I look bored/pissed. So duckface it was. :'D

>>6569730
Pretty much! The really cute style doesn't suit me, imho. Unfortunately. I really do love it.

>>6569730
I think even the mode gyaru has a bit more volume on the top of the head. Maybe just some light teasing...

>>6569766
11pm est

>>6569854
Not really for mode, the styles vary. But always look more natural and polished looking.

I posted a link with some examples, if you want to take a look.

>>6569854
yeah, even modern gyaru has teased hair. just not a hime bump or a snooki poof. like, flat to the head hair makes the extreme makeup look very unbalanced. you need bigger hair to balance out the dramatic makeup.

like in the photo posted of the example of modern gyaru her hair is teased. that's the kind of tease i was talking about

>>6570029
Yeah, I think Mode has a bit more flexibility when it comes to hair. I've seen sleek up-dos, loosely curled hair, slightly teased straight hair. It's definitely more relaxed, even in the makeup.

But, I totally get you. When you think any type of gyaru, you instantly think big teased hair and heavy eye makeup.

>>6570125
idk i think on her face shape she needs the volume. i can't pull off flat hair, either. like- it just doesn't flatter me.

>>6570147
I think the girl in question pulls it off quite well, really. For having kind of just started, it looks great. So what if it's not all fluffy and stuff. Point is, she can only improve now.

>>6570164
oh don't get me wrong, i think she looks really good. it was just a tiny suggestion.

>>6570167
I didn't mean to sound mean or anything D:, gah, I forget that typing doesn't translate tone heh.

>>6570171
hahah, right? story of everyone's life every who has ever posted on the internet /ever/.

>>6570147
I agree, it would be nice to have a touch more. But, it's actually pretty fluffy from what it was before. She tried at her hair several times, even found a step-by-step video to help. This was the best out of the other times she tired.

I think something like this would work. Just add a touch of volume to the bangs, swept off to the side. I could totally see you with a style like that.

>>6570179
/me/? oh hell no. hair that smooth is so not good for me. gets greasy in a matter of minutes. my hair looks like Kesha mixed with Maryn Manson and i'm more than happy with it. just waiting for my bangs to grow out and i'll be 100% happy

>>6570184
Yeah, I think so with your face shape. Granted I only seen a picture of you once. I wouldn't be for an everyday style, but it's I style I think you could seriously pull off if you wanted to try something new for a day.

Trust me, it would look nice. =)

Kesha mixed with Maryn Manson...I'm trying to picture that. But, by brain is totally going in a different direction with that thought.

>>6570199
my extensions can't do that, a nice blow out requires a nice round brush. i can't pull on my hair when it's wet- sadly.

not to self post like a mother trucker right now, i'll delete the photo in a minute. but this is my hair right now. messy, dirty, and dark.

>>6570202
Ah-ha, okay. Now I understand. Makes sense. I think the picture I saw was one solid color.

Okay, I was totally picturing something else. I like the feel of it. For some reason, I keep picturing your with like...a more goth 1950's pinup look.

>>6570202
I can't get over how hot you are. Every time I see a pic of you I wish I could have you and make you sit on my face.

>>6570210
no no. i don't like that look. like, i find it very... forced looking? it's just not my thing. i like the grunge rocker glam goth-y type more.

>>6570210
Bah...headache and typing doesn't seem to work too much. *hair

For the longest time, I rocked a bettie with jet black hair and loose curls.

>>6570220
i just have constant waist length hair. i generally wear it wavy but lately i've worn it mostly straight. i just mess it up a lot so it looks like i slept in it.

there are a couple of girls in the area who have that very like- classic pin up goth look and they are so cute but they look like it takes them so long to get their bangs to lay just right. and i can't imagine how long they spend every day touching up their red lips.

>>6570231
I wish I had better pictures, I lost all of my pictures when my old laptop crashed. I only have a few pictures I was able to snag from my husbands computer.

The bangs are the only headache really, making sure their cut even. The rest of it, I used foam rods to curl my hair at night and in the morning pulled them out, brushed them with my fingers to get waves.

Sent in my naked face pic. Ugh I just realized how rolled out of bed I look in it, I rolled out of bed literally right before it was taken. My hair looks like trash.

>>6570264
that looks nice! i wish i could pull off the really really really short bangs, like andorabatbrat or murderotic, but they just don't suit me. it's unfortunate. my forehead is just toooo big.

i just colored my hair a more true black, but not blue black still. not ready to make that plunge yet.

>>6569628
bangs look crazy flat, not qt.

>>6570271
I received it, but could you resend it, without the bangs obscuring your face and also, don't forget the piece of paper with the nickname you're going to use along with the date. =)

>>6570272
Danke, I love andorbratbat. <3 ...speaking about that, I need to figure out where the New rock store is in Spain, so I can hit it up when I visit my family.

>>6570349
Oh shoot I cropped that out. And yeah sorry I derped on the bangs.

>>6570349
>New rock store is in Spain, so I can hit it up when I visit my family.

what is this, a pissing contest between charms and curiousbear?

>>6570361
No worries at all, it happens. A few people forgot, because they were rushing to get their photos in before the deadline.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Hello ladies,

The deadline has been reached, all naked face photos sent after 11 PM EST will not be accepted.

(If I've already spoken to you, about retaking a photo. This does not apply to you)

>>6570367
Huh..wha? No, just no.

Just trying to make some conversation, because it seems like we share a few similar interests when it comes to Goth fashion.

>>6570348
agreed, have you considered clip-on bangs?

>>6570167
Thanks for the suggestion. My hair is a huge hassle to style (it took about an hour to get it to this point because while my hair is super thin, I have a TON of it...) so I don't usually go through the trouble... Therefore I don't really know what the heck to do with it. I'll try and learn how to tease better, though!

>>6570348
>>6570393
Every time I try to curl them out to get that cute little flick, they just get REALLY stick straight and stringy. I have no idea. This happens immediately after the shower, too.

I've actually considered it, yeah. I want to buy some online, but I'm concerned that they won't fit my hair color. So I'm looking into getting a nice wig from Prisila when I have the extra cash!

Thanks for the advice everyone, sorry it seems I'm full of excuses. My hair just sucks. :'D

>>6570410
Try using blowdrying them and using hairspray before you curl.

>>6570415
I blowdry them the opposite way from how I wear them, then try with a straightener to flick it. Is that right? I'm thinking that a mini straightener might be the answer to my problems. I'd use my curling iron, but it doesn't have a clamp.

I'll try the hairspray thing, though. Maybe that will help!

>>6570421
Having a smaller straightener might help yes. And I have weird hair so I find that hairspray makes it more manageable.

Was planning on sending in my collage tonight but I can't seem to find a perfect background. I'm doing sweet lolita so I guess I'll just go with some matching pastels?

>>6570520
Aye, you can make the background in the same color and add around the image some things that might relate to the theme of your coord. Like, if there's chocolate somewhere in the dress, try to incorporate that by maybe putting melting choco along one of the edges of your picture or something like that. Get creative ^^

>>6570554
*background in the main colors.

Would anyone mind giving some tips for applying false lashes? I'm having such a hard time. It takes me forever to get it to look right...

>>6570726
Hold that shit up to your face before you even put the glue on. Sometimes it helps to mark with light eyeshadow(that you an blend in later) before you actually apply them. Make sure to let the glue get tacky enough to stick before you put it on. The worst thing that you can do is get wet globs of glue everywhere while at the same time making your lashes not stick. You also should point your eyelid down while applying so you can see that it is as close to the lash line as possible.

>>6570747
Forgot to mention. If the sides of the lashes aren't sticking they usually need more glue. Falsies are flexible enough to basically wrap around in a circle so them not sticking to the arch of your eye is crap. Sorry if I was too harsh here, I had a ~makeup professional~ tell me that fake lashes wouldn't work for me because my eye shape would make it hard for them to stick. Another thing to be aware of is that sometimes they will need to be trimmed to fit your eyelid size, start from the outer edge rather than the inner edge(unless they have extra bits on the sides to help them stick in the package.

>>6570726
Curl your eyelashes first, wait for the glue to get tacky, hold them down all along where you are sticking them (particularly the ends). Trimming the lashes on each end helps me alot, less length to stick down and they then fit my eye shape.

@Curiousbear- could you give us any particular info on how entries are judged? Like a certain portion of marks for makeup, or outfit co-ordination? Just curious :).

>>6570747
>>6570754
>>6570776
Thanks! My main problem is getting it close enough to the lash line that it doesn't look strange.

Can I get feedback on these face shots please? I'm not really sure which one to use for the collage. I feel like 3 is the most flattering, but 1 and 2 are more in line with that it has to be a head on shot.

>>6571051
I like 1 better since I think your smile in 2 looks forced. You should use 3 in the collage though since it's very cute!

>>6571051
I like 2.. you are a lovely person but I just can't stand your teeth

>>6570776
A great question. =)

When I'm judging I will have you entry picture and collage side by side, to help with the process.

I will be looking at your makeup, since that is the first picture I requested for the collage. I realize that everyone has different skill levels when it comes to makeup. But, its the attention to the little details that will make or break a makeup look.

1) Does the makeup suit the style you've picked.
2) How much effort was put into the makeup.
3) How much does the makeup change your face from before and after.
4) Does your makeup compliment your outfit.

Clothing is the second thing I will be looking at. Again, I have to understand that not everyone has a plentiful closest or clothing that would outright be considered "J-fashion". But, I will be looking at a few things.

1) Does your clothing look sloppy.
2) Is the style that you've picked true to that style.


PART TWO to be posted!!

>>6571051

I really like 1 and 2. Your hair is gorgeous :3

>>6571066
The finishing touches: Hair, Nails and Accessories. I did say I'd be looking at EVERYTHING including your nails. If you chose not to wear polish, that's completely fine. But keep in mind, no nail polish or even chipped-up nails are looked on as a missed step.

Now for the hair. Again, not everyone is as skilled with hair. But, I can tell when someone has made an attempt and when someone has taken a wig and slapped it on their head and called it a day.

1) Does your hair fit the style you've chosen.
2) Have you made an attempt to style it.

Finally, accessories. This can range from rings, necklaces, bracelets, hair accessories, a bag, parasol etc. You basically get the point. I will be looking at how the pieces you've chosen tie in with your wardrobe.

Another thing I will be looking at is your shots, did you try to put in effort into how the shots look. Because, it makes no sense to get all pretty and take boring shots.

I think this way everyone can be judged fairly. I know everyone has a particular strengths, so if they put effort into the other areas, I will notice. So it can put them on par with the other ladies who are a bit of a jack-of-all trades. This isn't a contest about who is the prettiest with the most perfect body. It's about how well you've put yourself together.

I hope this answered your questions. If you have more, please feel free to ask.

>>6571051
Your hair is so gorgeous and you have the sweetest smile. Love #1

>>6571051
I like both 1 & 2, but I'd say 2 because I can see your makeup better.

>>6571147
So, I had a question. I'm basically doing the shoot tomorrow so I was wondering your opinion.

>>6571170
Of course, I'll try to help in any way possible. =)

In case you wanted to do this privately >>6566998

I have no issues with helping you on the thread either, your choice really.

>>6571183
threw you an email.

>>6571209
Thank you, I'm currenty typing away at a response. Bear with me..hahaha.. >,>'

>>6571212
You're fired.

...and I owe Donald Trump some cash.

>>6571216
Damnit! >_< .... *sighs, packs briefcase and slinks out*

>>6571218
Nooo! Come back! I have delicious bees. Oh wait that's wrong.

>>6571231
Hmm, require bees...get honey. That works for me.

Is that dolly-kei girl the same girl that won Venus doll competition?

Alright ladies!

Collage submission end date is January 23rd 2013 (11 PM EST)

All Contestants must have their Collage Submission entered by this time. So we have enough time to judge the photos. There will be no exceptions!! So don't procrastinate.

>>6572716
Yes, she was one of the many winners of the Venus doll competition.

>>6572763
Sorry, if you already mentioned this, but will there be only one winner? Will you be posting the top few? Were you planning on emailing each person their score?

>>6572945
There will be a first, second and third place. I believe they will be announced in the tumblr and fanpage, don't know if they'll also be announced in here though!

>>6572945
I was merely going to make notes and use those as comparison with the other judge. Though, doing a scoring system out of 100 would work well for this. Thank you for that.

No, I wouldn't e-mail the ladies their score. Unless they specifically asked for it. If I do give you the score, you must keep that to yourself. Posting it on 4chan to cause drama, will win you a place on the Blacklist.

I will not except the excuse that you only showed it to a friend (Because I asked you not to show it to anyone) and that is a risk you took and the blame will fall on you.

****What is the Blacklist? If I hold any other competitions, you will be completely banned from joining. Because you must always submit a picture to me privately (it doesn't have to be Nakey face) to gain an entry.

>>6573908
Oh, I just was curious so I would know what to improve. But I guess scores could create drama.

>>6574156
Aye, its a great suggestion though. But...I can only see it now, the drama to be had over that.

If you like, I can personally talk with you with everything is said and done. =)

Just because the contest ends, doesn't mean I stop being nice or friendly.

Good-morning and good-evening ladies!

This is important, so please pay attention. As a friendly reminder, the deadline is for your finished collage is January 23rd 2013 (11 PM EST). Please do not procrastinate.

If you fail to submit your collage before this time, sadly you will be disqualified from the competition and I will delete you entry photo.

**(Don't worry, all remaining entry photos will be deleted once the competition is over)

If you have any questions, please do so now. =)

man, just looking over all the entries and I really wish there was a 'runner-up' category, it's going to be so hard to narrow it down to just three winners! everyone looks really great. c:

I really like her outfit and look but the Kevlar Teacup girl I think has photoshopped her face. Did she say anything to you about it, Curiousbear?

>>6575579
oh, shit.
she was one of my personal picks for the top three, that's looking really questionable now.

>>6575064
Having some runners up would be nice, since this is going to be suuuper tough. Everyone so far as done a super job on their collages, I'm really blown away. =)

>>6575579
Thank you for bringing this to my attention. I was going to mass look over of all the entries, because my inbox was getting swamped with e-mails and questions.


Please ladies, I really appreciate you bringing these types of stuff to my attention. I am working rather short handed at the moment. So any help, would be a service to me.

>>6575739
I just sent my into you!
>>6575579
I have no idea how to photoshop, so I wouldn't have even noticed this...good catch anon!

What is up with that new pastel goth? I can see her gut sticking out.

>>6575806
ah, that's not very nice! They aren't the best pictures but yeah...

>>6575806
No, please don't even begin.

In return, I give you raven jesus.

>>6575820
Thank you for that, its appreciated.

>>6575739
Taking a closer look and using that photoshop image check website I also found this to be overtly photoshopped.
It looks like the lines on her elbows and gaps between fingers were drawn in for some reason? Beyond that it's inhumanly smoothed and brightened. This probably counts as minimal photoshopping though? I'm not trying to stir shit but if other contestants didn't use photoshop beyond a minor blemish and lighting I don't think major touching up should be ignored.

> Fruitful Efforts: Is she even wearing makeup at all? Coord is okay.
> Kittz: I like it. The wig is me, but she looks good overall.
> Alice: Boring and flat hair.
> Meisu: One of my favorites, adorable as hell. Best-looking collage.
> Terra: Nothing special.
> Gulpereel: I like this one too, definitely an improvement from first coord.
> Eri: Makeup makes her really droopy eyed.
> Kevlar Teacup: Seems like she broke the rules, so no opinion.
> Lecithin: Plain.
> Badr: Okay, but some different makeup would be better. Maybe something lighter?
> Rusalka: Okay this one too. I'm a big fan of dolly kei, but her outfit isn't really that interesting. Maybe more details or something.
> Hana Usagi: Another one of my favorites, she looks cute.
> Aeliami: Guessing it's some kind of gyaru, but it looks really plain anyways.
> Hester: I really like her, but I can't get over that unironed dress and bad petti. Otherwise okay.
> Aki: Worst one so far, I can't see any pastel goth about this besides the cheap wig.
> Chunlichan: It's okay, foundation seems a bit thick. Coord is okay.

My favorites are Meisu, Gulpereel and Hana Usagi.

>>6575859
That trick don't really work actually, but I agree that she has shooped, at least in >>6575579

What is the tumblr address with the entries again?

>>6575867
dasdollhaus

>>6575867
Right here. =) >>6564151

>>6575861
Agreed about Meisu, she's very adorable and her collage is very nice looking.

>>6575861
I agree that Fruitful Efforts could have done something a little more dramatic with her makeup, but I think she was trying to go for a more natural oldschool look. That being said, I don't really care for the coord, I wish she was wearing knee socks instead of ankle-socks and a headdress or ribbon would have been nice to balance things out.
Kittz looks fine, but amongst the ouji-kodonas of GL&B she'd look out of place because of how short her shorts are. I also don't like that she completely photoshopped the background of her picture out, because I think half of dressing up for the contest should be about where and how you take your photos. Alice looks cute, but doesn't really stand out. I wish she'd tried something a little bit more elaborate like Emi's nails, but at the same time I think Emi's coord looks somewhat unbalanced and the bright red heels and different pink accessories just don't quite match. I would have gone for a more detailed dress or added a ruffled cardigan to balance out her OTT accessories. Terra's put a good beginner's coordinate together, but it lacks the small details that really makes for a 'transformation'--even just a necklace or some nail polish would have made a big difference. Lecithin, unfortunately, falls into this category as well. I don't even think she's wearing a petticoat. I think Baldr did a good job on the coordinate, but I really wish she'd gone outside for her photos! it would have made a huge difference to see a mori-girl in natural surroundings as opposed to in a house somewhere. Hana Usagi made this mistake, too, although I like her Harry Potter fanart in the background and her bedsheets are super cute. Same to Gulper Eel; seeing the camera in the photos is rather distracting, and the surroundings don't really contribute to the coordinate's sumptuous atmosphere.
Aelami imo did a really good job of conveying the 'kogal' sense of style. It's not too OTT, but her matching nails and tie are a nice touch. cont.

I really wish we could see the naked face so we could actually see the "transformation", though I understand this being cgl, it's not a good idea.

Chunlichan is one of the best lolitas in the contest, I think, her coordinate is lovely. I really like the blouse under her capelet in the far right photo when combined with her pale pink JSK and shoes. This is one where I actually wish she'd taken more photos indoors...the really worn-out picket fence and fir tree don't quite match the super-cute ensemble, again. Hester's probably her toughest competitor amongst the lolitas, dem kawaii red cheeks! the snow! the only complaint I have is that, well, I wish she had a detail shot. it looks like she's wearing a necklace and a ring, but the coordinate's a little boring otherwise, isn't it? Meisu's probably the favorite at this point. Aki and Rusalka are the only ones I can't comment on, I don't know much about pastel-goth or dolly-kei. I do think both of them could have taken better photos of their accessories, Aki exceeded the photo limit but I still haven't gotten a close-up look at her necklaces or the other bracelet/rings she's wearing. her skull/bow clips are cute, but they're nearly cropped out in the one photo where we can see them. Rusalka has painted nails and what looks like some different rings, but her photos focus on her braids+earrings and assorted broaches instead. I want a close-up of her reticule as well. I think maybe in future contests the image limit should be five pictures instead of four?
just my two cents.

Kevlar Teacup here. Editing I did for pictures included: reducing the shininess of the wig, straightening the bottom right shot, getting rid of shiny eyelash glue, tweaking saturation and contrast in some of the washed-out photos and in one instance correcting some smudged lipstick. I was having overexposure problems with the camera since it was a really sunny day when I took the photos (trying to turn it down by -2/3 on some shots) but it hasn't worked so well. I would prefer it if in >>6575836 my arm didn't look like a shining marshmallow V, but it isn't because of editing. I'm not sure about the hand blur either (overexposure/moving during the shot?) and >>6575579 I think is either a compression issue and/or lightness on the wall (pic related = close up, if someone wants to drop it into publisher, resize it, save it as a .png and then upload it to facebook and see what it looks like- be my guest, or Curiousbear can zoom into the collage I sent her and take a look).

I offered during submission to provide hi-res originals to Curiousbear if they wanted to check for editing- it's her call and I would not like to be disqualified ><- and would also provide some to the thread if requested. Concrit on the co-ord is welcome too- I wasn't really sure how to incorporate gold into the outfit to match the jsk.

>>6575859
that's... pretty scary.

>>6575941
Originally, that is what I had hoped for. But, a lot of girls had an issue with that, because it was /cgl/ and didn't want drama threads stirred up. But, I completely understand.

I will say this, a few of them have been a night and day. I will be doing some honorable mentions, maybe 2-3 of the girls that I had a hard time choosing between.

>>6575943
Thank you for all of those awesome critiques. You know what, that is my own error. While trying to re-fix the rules, like several hundred times. It seems like I ended up with less photos than intended. Originally I had up 5, not 4. So, that is an error on my part.

It's been a little rough, with the time difference and not getting the recommended amount of sleep, coupled with running a household and being sick. I honestly didn't realize that, until you mentioned that.

So, I apologize to the ladies that got affected by that. It was an error on my part. Of course, this is all a learning process and the next time around, things will be more ironed out. Hopefully, I can get more help with the judging and organizing.=)

tsk tsk @ this typical /cgl/ contest... decent looking girl in a decent looking coord gets called out for "breaking the rules" by a bunch of jellyfats

typical typical

>>6575943
I agree Hester's coord is boring. I thought she was going to retake her pics but seems like she changed her mind. It's a shame because she's so cute and with a few changes to the outfit it'd be a really good coord.

>>6575952
Thank you for that. I didn't want to jump to any conclusions without having you say your piece.

Just for the sake of peace and not to seem like I'm playing favorites. Would you happen to have the high-rec copy of that photo to send me? >>6575579

This way, the anons and other contestants can feel reassured. I won't post it of course, just look it over.

Tardy to the party here, who is hosting this contest and what is the prize? Just curious.

>>6575979
To be honest, if you've been paying attention to the threads. It's actually been pretty friendly and an all around good atmosphere compared to the usual thread on /cgl/, let alone a contest thread.

The nicer collages will get more attention, which is natural. Which means, it will be more likely to catch little things like "shoop". No on is attacking her or calling names, they just had some questions. That was all. =)

>>6575996
That would be me, I don't "trip" on here. I usually prefer to lurk as Anon. I just made up a name so people can ask me questions on the thread.

I cannot discuss the "P" word on here, because it would be considered soliciting and no one wants to get banned, especially me. Anyone want to help with this question? ^^

>>6576004
Somebody could just link to the contest page or something...? Or tell me the name so I can Google it myself? I'm just curious what people are so keen to win.

>>6576009
It's been linked over and over, just read the thread

>>6576009
Well, the info can be found
>>6564151

>>6576016
>>6576017
Thanks, sorry. I was just skimming the thread and probably scrolled past it.

>>6575873
>>6575886
Ah, thanks a load! I ctrl+f'd "tumblr" itt but there were so many results >//<

All contestants! You only have a few more hours to get in your collages, once the deadline has passed. You can no longer submit your collage, no exceptions!!

>>6576025
It's okay, the thread's kinda big so I get ya haha.

>>6576028
i think its on the second page second to the bottom to the bottom. those are the prizes but she added more stuff with pictures on the fanpage

>>6576017
Danke! I'm about to head out to my Doctors appointment to change up these meds, so I can recover faster.

Please send in your collages to my private e-mail. I will be checking the time on them, so be mindful of that.

Alright ladies, good luck! =)

>>6576037
I've been thinking that you guys might want to start a new thread soon, it's gotten a little difficult to find all of the necessary contest information and I'm pretty sure we're about to start auto-saging, too.

>>6575952
I blew up the first photo and compared it to the hi-res with a transparency layer in Photoshop; looks legit. Sorry for doubting you. c:

Augh, I don't know why I even sent mine in. Definitely not my top work and I sat for a few minutes debating what to do before hitting the "send" button. Beehhhh.
Super last minute on account of school starting and being poor and the fact that I'm a horrible procrastinator.
Also I suck at resizing.

>>6575906
I would have loved to go outside for some photos, but I don't have a tripod, and I don't feel comfortable sticking my camera in a tree for a woodsy shot...sorry!!!!
>>6575861
you should have seen my makeup the first time around....I looked pale as death, lol.
I think Hester's hair and dress are super cute!

>>6576294
I think your makeup the second round looks much better, I'm not too fond of the background either but you gotta work with what you have lol

I really like your choice though, it seems to suit you as a person in general.

>>6561567

My question isn't related to this contest at all but, how do I do that little pulled back ponytail looking thing there on the side of her head? I don't know the first thing about hairstyling and I just can't imagine how it works.

>>6576412
her hair's fairly thin annon, you just grab a section from the top of your head to a little behind the ear and tie it up as close to the part as possible, her hair lays flatter since it's a small elastic and again, thin hair.

>>6576436

Thanks but, I the part I don't really understand is how to 'tie it up'. It just won't click in my head mechanically. I'm sorry for being retarded, I'll try to google it. I know how to do a ponytail and at first I thought this would be the same thing but I can't figure how to get it flat against my head like that.

>>6576508
I'd say try pinning it after tying it up, that's all I got.

>>6576547

Okay, thanks anyway. If I can't figure it out with google I could just ask my sister and hope she shows me when she's done calling me Butch.

I just googled Juria, and I was wondering if she was that same girl with the pink/blue/purple hair? There's this girl on tumblr with pink/blue-ish hair. Is that Juria, or another girl?

NEW THREAD >>6576945

>>6561660
Why do you assume that once someone gets older they can no longer be pretty? That they become wilted?

When I was first dating my husband years ago, he gave me some roses. I dried them out and they never wilted. They still look great and I still cherish them. I still want them and think they are beautiful.