/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

Ugh ok, so this was about a year and a half ago, and I thought that no pictures existed of me in this, but then my friend took it upon herself to post it to my wall (where all my lolita friends could see) a few months ago. I knew damn well that this wasn't lolita, but I thought it looked loliable "enough" to hang out with real lolitas at a meet. Thankfully I didn't stay this way long.

Funny story about this picture - I planned the meet that it was taken at... and didn't show up. I couldn't find parking so me and the friend who took the picture wandered around a park for a while before going home. The girls who did show up were like "what's up with that new girl who didn't go to her own meet?"

i just got my first skirts in the mail today, and this is my first coord

my dad asked me what "lolita" was, and before i could reply my mom started explaining the book to him.
i died a little bit

>>7055361
Nice job, you look lovely.

I have really bad luck with weather and meet-ups. The first time I tried to go to a real meet-up, one with more than just one other lolita involved, it snowed more in a few hours than it had in years. Turns out that one of the other lolitas who was going to the meet lived near my brother's place, where I was staying for the weekend before heading home for winter break. We decided to skip the (now dangerous) highway drive into the city for the meet and got together for coffee instead.

We really hit it off and she's still one of my best lolita friends. However, we spent so long talking at the coffee shop and getting to know one another, that eventually her mom called her cell phone and told her to look outside.

While we had been chatting away, nearly a foot of snow had accumulated and was turning to ice on the roads, so we had to book it out of there. My car almost stalled getting out of the parking lot and her car slid backwards on the ice for a good two feet before it found traction and was able to get up the hill.

It was still an awesome experience, though.

I have no pictures (thank god) but my first coord was a sweet one and all items were from Anna House. I looked ridiculous because the colours didn't match. I wore it to a concert and because the shoes were too big I got heel injuries and started bleeding over my socks and shoes. On the way back to my transport I had to lean on my friends' shoulders because I literally couldn't walk anymore.
This happened five years ago but I'm still ashamed of that outfit.

My first and only attempt at lolita from about 3 years ago.
I found mori to be more of my style in the end, and so I never have worn this skirt again.

I still spend the greater part of my time on the internet looking at lolita clothing, but for some reason or another, I can't bring myself to actually begin wearing the clothes.

>>7055388
Forgot to add: I'm still a newbie now because I only started wearing lolita again a few months ago. My first experience had been bad and I was a poor teenager back then, so I just gave up.

>>7055401
I think you look cute but then I'm not one of those matchy-matchy types. I like unusual colors and styles in lolita. Give it another shot, mori-chan! I think you've got potential.

>>7055401
I like it; it looks a little bit mori to begin with, anyway. If you don't know how to start, just incorporate more loli items into your mori coords over time?

I'm literally just starting out. This is all I have so far, other than a white AP headbow that someone gave me.

>>7055457
That's a beautiful dress. Where's it from?

>>7055488
It's the Flowers and Ribbons Salon Music JSK by Baby. I got it second hand about a month ago.
http://hellolace.net/wardrobe/baby-the-stars-shine-bright/type/jsk/item/330/

>>7055493
Wow, it looks so much better than in the stock photos.

Posting some of my favorite loli timelines

>>7055501

>>7055505

HOBOY. My first "real" dress was a bodyline dress and ...dayum. I looked terrible. I was really insecure was it was, but it was then that I decided to give lolita go.

I got called bo-peep and and all kinds of the typical names you expect to hear in lolita but nothing super bad. My town is pretty conservative but eventually they came to terms that I would walk around too frequently to say anything anymore.

We have a lot of artsy types near the old-town area so most of my good experiences were there.

Don't give up, newbies. :D

Ahh, I'm starting out and have main pieces but nothing to wear 'em with. This was my first little bit of lolita a few months ago. Since then I haven't gotten much but I'm making a wardrobe building taobao order of awesomeness.

>>7055514
If that is your in your picture, can I just say that I have admired your outfits on daily_lolita. You always look so great!

>>7055519
It sure is me! Thank you, anon. <3

>>7055499
Here's another picture I took. My phone is really my only source for pictures unfortunately.

>>7055512

what a cute delicate stripe! When I see loli like this it reminds me of what people actually wore back then.

>>7055505
Did she get plastic surgery?

>>7055501
>>7055505
>>7055508
>>7055514
I love seeing timelines like this. It's so interesting seeing how everyone's styles develop over the years.

This is my first. I impulse preordered the Captain Mia JSK from the Taobao threads on here. The blouse and shoes are from Taobao; the rest was just from my closet so it's a bit plain. Not sure what to do for tights/socks and better shoes yet.

I'm trying to find a good wicker basket-like bag that matches the same straw color as my hat so that's why no purse.

(bad quality phone pic sorry)

Fun comment my friend and I got while out: "Are you Bavarian bar maidens?"

>>7055361
Anon, that skirt was my first coord too! With a long sleeve black blouse from Bodyline. I guess my first official meet was okay, it was a small brunch.

>>7056021
Cute! How's the quality of the dress?

>>7055976
2012 and the first 3 of 2013 are best in my opinion, last looks like a step back

>>7056155
I can't compare to brand since I don't own any. It's absolutely awesome though. The print is crisp and the construction is nice. The lining is cheap looking but it's lining so I'm not tripping.

I wrote a more detailed review here:
http://redroses3164.wordpress.com/2013/08/02/celestial-delinquent-order-review/

Here's mine... I don't ever wear lolita this is the only outfit I have sadly. Not only that but that petticoat is faaaar too long and it wasn't made very well. I adore the fashion but I'm not brave enough to wear it out.

Here's mine... I don't ever wear lolita this is the only outfit I have sadly. Not only that but that petticoat is faaaar too long and it wasn't made very well. I adore the fashion but I'm not brave enough to wear it out.

>>7056021
Aw, the letter they sent is just too adorable.

There were many awful co-ords in between so I chose the ones I was most proud of when I took them.

That first co-ord.. I'd just really discovered that lolita was actually a thing and bought a Bodyline blouse second hand, made an awful skirt that was crooked thus I had to wear it crooked to make it straight, white knee-high socks and black platform Mary Janes. I wore this once to my first meet along with a bandage over my eye, one on my arm and fake blood while I toted around a Jack Skellington plushie.

Glad I've improved since then.

>>7055512
I love this OP! Where did you get it?

>>7056224
You need to learn how to pose for a photo, girl. Nice improvement however!

>>7056320
Thank you, I feel really awkward in front of a camera which is horrible at meets when we get group photos and everyone looks lovely and then I look as stiff as a plank and just generally stupid.

I'm not sure how to improve, I might try hunting around for tips on google.

>>7055534
No, she just learned to do her makeup better.

>>7056412

I also don't know how to post for a photo. I-i-it's okay Anon. I went to Japan, too, and all of the pictures of me... just look so bad.

>>7055373
Awww that warmed my heart. Im happy for you anon.
Sage.

>>7056412
You aren't that bad lol... you were fine at the last meetup *wink*
Goes back to lurking.

I wore this coord this weekend, it was my first time wearing lolita in public. It's really boring and nothing special, but I think it could be a lot worse.

Whoops, the last image I posted was huge so I'm reposting.
I wore this coord this weekend, it was my first time wearing lolita in public. It's simple and kinda boring but I think it could be a lot worse.

>>7056549

The more I see this dress, the more I want it. Super cute, I don't think it's boring! I like understated simple looks myself.

>>7055401
I like this a lot! But I also love mori. Only think I would change is take off the front bow on the dress. (I also like your short bangs, they're cute)

>>7056549
You look really cute! Agreeing with the other anon, sometimes simple cute is better than OTT cute.

>>7056235
It's the Chess Story Rose Manor OP, it came with a JSK, too. I thought it'd be a nice piece for a beginner.
>http://lolibrary.org/apparel/rose-manor-country-style-long-sleeved-op

Anyone have a bit of advice for a newbie? I have the chance to buy one of my dream dresses but its measurements are 88cm/34.6inch bust and 72cm/28.3inch waist while my own measurements are 82cm/32.3inch bust and 62cm/24.4inch waist. It has waist ties but no shirring. Wat do?

>>7057003
Sorry anon, 10cm on your waist sounds like a bit much even with waist ties. You'll probably look like you're drowning in it.

>>7057003
If you're serious and don't mind losing resale value, you can always have it tailored. Going smaller is way easier than going bigger.

I don't have any, but I've been really into simplier classic type dresses and accessories. I think if I "did" Lolita I'd never go over the top, I really like >>7056549 outfit.

Has anyone worn lolita boots, coats, etc with "regular" clothing?

>>7057013
>>7057003
Mfw I bought my dream dress thinking I would fit in everything because "the Japanese are so small! ". Waist measurement is 73cm, my waist is 55cm ;_;

>>7057013
>>7057025
Thanks, I think I'll pass and start my search for the JSK version instead because that does have shirring.

>>7057028
I'm already having trouble sometimes with my 62cm but 55 must be even more difficult. Are you also short?

This is my first (and only) coord so far. I didn't own the accessories on the right at the time of taking the pic on the left, but I got them both in SF Japantown. Hopefully I'll have a better picture tomorrow, since I'm headed to a meetup!

Thoughts?

>>7057348
I thunk you definitely should get a wig for the coord. the black contrasts too much, and same with the glasses

>>7057348
Do you need those glasses?

Also, what does the bottom part of that co-ord look like?

>>7057348
Stars or lolly, not both. You need more rings, necklaces, bracelets, etc, to make OTT work. If you can add more to the rest of the outfit, go for it, but you can't just OTT your head and not the rest of your outfit. Otherwise, very cute!

>>7057354
Her hair looks fine. Not every sweet lolita needs pastel or blonde hair.

>>7057363
I also think the hair looks fine.

>>7057348
Get rid of the lollipop and put some makeup on

>>7057348
Not sure if that's a roll on your torso or you're just hunching, maybe the blouse is slightly too small for you? I think you shouldn't OTT unless you are more accessorised elsewhere. I prefer natural hair, but I'm not actually a fan of the glasses. You probably use them for sight but I think a different shape would make you look a lot more feminine and pretty.

>>7057357
>>7057360
>>7057367

I do need the glasses at the moment, but I'm looking into contacts. Thanks for the advice on the accessories! I'll take out the lollipop. I have a ring with stars as well. Once I'm back from lunch, I'll go ahead and take full pictures of the coord so you can see the bottom half.

>>7057379
Ah, I'm just hunching there. The blouse isn't too small, but I'll be taking pictures just in case so you can judge yourself.
Also, that's actually a crappy wig! I have another but had one of those friends who insisted on "fixing it" and chopped the bangs too short, so now it's practically unusable !

>>7057385
I've seen super cute glasses that go great with sweet lolita. Subtle ones go nicely too. You have a pretty face, when you can look into getting contacts as well, I think you can get prescription circle lenses but they don't suit everyone.

>>7057348
Agreeing with other anons, put makeup on like BB cream, eyeliner, eyeshadow, mascara, and lip gloss. You look super cute from the front, but the 3/4 view makes your chin look extra big (so avoid taking photos that way in the future to avoid awkwardness). Personally think those glasses are okay. Hope your meetup goes well!

>>7057379
Actually the blouse looks too big. I have the same blouse and it's quite tight on me and looks nothing like that on me when worn.

You could probably clip the star or the lolipop elsewhere. I think the lolipop is a two-way clip right? Maybe stick it to your waistband or to a cute bag if you'd still like to use it. You definately need more accessories. I love doing OTT and I just find myself lacking in accessories and bows myself.

A great way to obtain more? If you have any anime conventions nearby, attend it and go through the artist alley. Hopefully there will be a few people selling cute accessories! That's usually how I obtain my piles of offbrand accessories for doing OTT.

Is it acceptable to wear a long sleeved shirt under a slightly see-through blouse? Most blouses are way too cold for winter where I live but I don't want to just wear boleros and jackets.

>>7057437
I'd think it's okay as long as we can't see too much of your undershirt.
So just make sure they're the same color or at least close to.

>>7057028
Holy fuck, I'm jealous.
My waist is 71 cm, and I'm slim (just poorly shaped).
You can always have things altered to be smaller, though it will limit your reselling options.

>>7057357
>>7057379
>>7057401
Are glasses really that bad? I have really bad astigmatism in both eyes, and it makes it difficult for me to wear contacts. I generally don't like "girly" glasses (like the weird shaped ones Cadney owns); my current pair is similar to these.

I realize the black is distracting in sweet coords, but is it really so bad as to ruin a coord?

>>7057545
Nah, it doesn't ruin the cord at all. I've just seen stuff that goes better, but if you like them, wear them

>>7057545
No one is going to care if you're wearing glasses because you need them. Take them off if you're doing a photoshoot or something, but if you're just doing meetups or wearing it on a normal day, it's not a big deal at all.

Since there's no price check thread I'm asking this here: is €190/$253 incl. shipping a decent prize for Queen's Coach? I'm quite new to lolita and am scared of getting ripped off.

>>7057545
Wondering, how awful would it be if I wore something similar to these while in lolita? Classic, not sweet, though. I have these frames somewhere from a Lucky Star Miyuki cosplay I did a few years earlier, and I don't know if it's just my inner weaboo surfacing, but I've always loved the way large, round, thin rimmed glasses looked.
I'm really tempted to find and take the frames to my optometrist so I can get my prescription put into them, but I've never seen anyone in real life with glasses like these. I'm afraid my sense of style has just been severely clouded by a bad case of the animes, and glasses like these are actually fugly as Hell.

>>7057668

angelic pretty did this last year with their Chocolate Rosette series and it looked really cute!

Go for it

At risk of forever being posted in an ita thread, I'll post my first ever "Coord"

Everything about this outfit was a disaster

- Milanoo dress
- Dyed un-styled hair
- No petti
- DEM SHOES.

After this, I gave up on lolita, though, I wish I hadn't. I think I would probably be quite good by now - a few years on. Considering picking up where I left off, starting with throwing out those god-awful shoes.

>>7057699
>Considering picking up where I left off
You should go for it! I'm currently doing the same, after having been in doubt for a few years. I've been fawning over the fashion since 2008 and received my first brand pieces a few months ago. It feels so fucking good, believe me.

>>7057699
From what I can see, I don't think those shoes arent bad.
I think they can work for a gothic co-ord, specially with MmM.

>>7057699
Not ita, in my opinion. It's not good, but you're not a mess at least. I think you've got a really cute face for lolita, please do give it another try!

>>7057699
I think those shoes actually look pretty decent? You could easily work them into a nice gothic coord.

>>7057545
I currently have black and pink rimmed glasses. They work okay in sweet, but I'm in the market for a new pair since it's about time to update my prescription.

I have astigmatism in both eyes as well as cornea dystrophy (and severe light sensitivity). I honestly prefer glasses, but I wish I could wear some kawaii ugguuu circle lenses.

It's so funny because those bigger frames look better on my face and tend to balance out the shape a bit better. Sometimes I look like I have a giant chin with them on, other times I don't. It depends on the wig, lighting and camera angle.

>>7057699
Those shoes wouldn't work with that outfit as that's a cheap version of oldschool b&w sweet, whereas your shoes are more gothic. Your outfit is ita, but you don't look like a hot mess. You definitely have potential. :)

>>7057603
No one?

>>7057603

It's cheaper than I've seen it in Japan, sounds like a good deal, is it the OP or the JSK?

>>7057778
It's the OP. Thanks, I'm going to buy it.

>>7055976
Not sure if selfpost (I'd be shocked), or someone trying to start drama (she has a vendettachan who posts here)

>>7057699
At least you're cute?

Sorry for the shitty on the bed photo. I'm still waiting to get a petti, but how does this look?
I'm having a hard time finding a blouse that goes well with this skirt.
I was thinking of using my shorter lace up boots and lace tights as well as a straw hat.

Any recommendations for cute shoes for big feet?(9.5/10)

>>7058578
Sage for not exactly loli related, but how do you walk in those boots? Not trying to be catty, I would genuinely like to know. I have a bunch of cute shoes with heels like those but they hurt my soles insanely. Please tell me your secret.

>>7058578
are those boots black? can't really tell in the lighting - if so, go for brown ones instead, maybe with patterned tights

>>7058586
Maybe it's my big feet? hah I'm really not sure, I'm just used to walking in heels(though these ones I have to take to get repaired because the bottom of the heel is sitting unevenly from the last repair.

I would just suggest wearing heels more often for a few hours at a time and work up. I can last 4 hours when the heels aren't bugged, 1-2 if they are.

>>7058590
Dark brown, the short boots I have are a bit closer to the skirt's brown but still a bit darker. Suggestions for tights and such?

>>7058578
ditch the boots -- the color and style don't match with what you have (the boots are more ega or casual night out -- not very classic imo). go for brown boots in a lighter color if you can find them; lace-up sounds like they'd match what you have. i second getting cream floral patterned tights.

straw hat sounds okay, though it depends of course on the style and if the colors match. you have deep colors at your disposal balanced by cream, so try to work with that if you can.

>>7058596
Will do, I was also thinking(for the straw hat) I'd buy a lace/chiffon cream shawl

First casual coord vs first real coord

I was saved from having a TOTALLY ita stage by the fact that loli-shaped skirts suddenly and inexplicably became popular on the high street. First real coord is a homemade dress and the coord was made with help from people on here! So thanks guys.

Also apologies for the fact that I have a super fancy camera and have still managed to take the world's shittiest photo.

>>7058633
That balloon dress is handmade? It's really cute. I think you need to alter the waist a little bit more to fit you better, but other than that, it looks very good.

>>7058633
Is that your real hair in the first coord? It's super thick and really pretty, if it it I'm jealous. Also your casual coord looks really nice and you're cute~!

>>7058653
You're definitely right on the waist thing- I've been planning to remake it for a while but just not got around to ordering the fabric. But thank you!

>>7058656
eeee thank you <3 And yes, that is my real hair and it is the absolute best.

>>7058633
the second coord is pretty cute, ditch the glasses at least when taking photos though, they're not really doing anything for your face

>>7058672
I can't, haha. Massively cross-eyed, can't keep eyes open in sunlight without them, can't get contacts due to phobias and weird fucking eyes etc etc glasses need to stay. Also my eyes are weirdly small without the glasses (really strong prescription).

I do coordinate them with my outfits though. Just need a gold/cream pair to go with that second coord and I'm good.

>>7058633
You look very cute and put together, but I get more of an otome feeling from this than lolita. Which isn't a bad thing!

>>7058681
Actually, your eyes are weirdly large with the glasses, but there's makeup tricks to combat that.
That dress is so cute!

>>7058829
I am ok with this!

>>7058855
Thank you!

>>7057699
Two things. 1) you're cute 2) at least you realize your coord mistakes

It's a little late but some people wanted to see the full coord.
This is before the removal of the lollipop and the addition of makeup!

Today I will be buying tights or socks while I am out.

SHOULD I IRON MY SKIRT AND BLOUSE?

>>7059234
What the fuck is that terrifying bust in the background

>>7059234
Considering this is a newbie thread, I'm not sure if your all caps is sarcastic. I can't see much of your blouse, but your skirt- yes. Do iron that. There are obvious wrinkles and a big crease around the middle.
Can we get a better picture of your blouse? I've been tempted by this bodyline blouse time and time again, and you might tip me over into buying it.

>>7059234
>SHOULD I IRON MY SKIRT AND BLOUSE?
Yes, you should. Also, the bracelet doesn't really match the colours of your clothes, so maybe it would be better to wear another one.

Apart from that I love your outfit, the shoes aren't lolita but in my opinion they do match your skirt very well.

>>7059234
Do your hair.... and a sax blouse would look much better with that skirt. ... you look like a lavender blob.

>>7059252
>the bracelet doesn't really match
It isn't perfect, but I do know that feel of not having enough accessories to properly coord. While she should definitely look into buying/making more suitable accessories, I'd say it's better than nothing.

>>7059245
This is the blouse flat. I just took everything off, but I'm wearing it today so I'll make sure to get clearer pics. I think I'll be ironing both the blouse and skirt, just in case.

>>7059238
It's a high-quality mask. I'm not sure why it's in the house either.

>>7059255
>>7059252
Ugh, I agree! I'm short on accessories; this is what happens when you spend your savings on the basics and forget to leave room for flavor. I'm out today in Japantown and will make sure to pick up some more accessories.

>>7059253
I explained this earlier, but it's actually my replacement wig since my "friend" hacked the bangs off my normal sweet lolita wig. Next time I have the money, I'll try and find a sax blouse. My tiny wardrobe is all pink and lavender right now, however.

>>7057026
I have! Well, I used to when my closet was fuller. In spite of the shitty quality, I was pleasantly surprised at how flattering a lolita coat I owned (from some random taobao shop) looked, even with pants. I also recall wearing tea parties with jeans and getting compliments from passersby. I wish daily alamode was still active because for a while, it was a good place to show off outfits like the one you're describing, anon.

>>7059262
Well, it's better to have the basics than throw your money into a bunch of accessories first.

>>7059262
Do they make smalls of this blouse?
The medium's measurements are way too big for me, and I'm not even that small.

>>7059278
I just looked and it seems they only make 2L and M.

>>7059278
Probably not, most of bodyline's blouses are pretty large. It's worth remembering that with blouses you can usually get away with the garment measurement being 5-10cn larger depending on how loose you want it to sit and whether you intend to wear it with a jsk or not

I'm looking into purchasing my first petticoat and was wondering about the differences between http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.5.w4002-189500549.22.wFzb5C&id=3486735318 and http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.5.w4002-189500549.25.wFzb5C&id=1782013154..
As far as I can see the second one is a bit less poofy, am I correct?

>>7059234
Shoes don't match, and wear thin tights (not sure what colour as you're wearing so much purple that white tights may look weird)

>>7059281
Sometimes they just don't show sizes that they don't currently have stocked, which is why I asked.

>>7059291
I could try, I just wouldn't want it to look weird. They're also always out of white, sax, and pink. Bleh.

>>7059306
Second one is shorter by 3 cm as well as less poofy. It lacks the little lace border/finishing and has a slightly different shape.

Also, I love google translate.

>>7059597
Thanks, I'm not sure which one to get now because I wear classic and don't like much poof, but also don't want my dresses to look weird because my petti is too short.

You got that while translating one of the petticoat pages, right? I got it as well. Looks like some kind of rap.

>>7056549
I don't remember this dress. Is it from Taobao?

I don't know if either of these really count... The first one was a borrowed outfit from a friend. It was my first time wearing Lolita! I still know next to nothing about it all, but I felt pretty dressing up~ The second one is an outfit that I found in a shop (you guys probably know which one) and mostly I took the photo so I could see what my friends thought about the dress. I was unsure if I wanted to gt it or not, so it was for a second opinion. I'm still totally in love with it though. In the end I didn't wind up buying it (waaaaayyyy too pricey) but man... maybe one day.

Overall I've tried to avoid the fashion because I want to buy everything but ouch it's expensive! I'm trying to at least educate myself though.

>>7059683
I love the blouse in the first pic, do you know where she got it?

Also try taobao for cheaper, good-quality lolita. Chess Story, Krad Lanrete, and Surface Spell all jump to mind as decently priced and gorgeous pieces.

>>7059702
That's mine, I got it from http://www.victoriantradingco.com/

>>7059706
this whole store tho

>>7059713
yup the shoes are from there too

>>7059620
many classic dresses are A-line, so watch out. Those petticoats were both for cupcake/bell shaped dresses.

>>7059742
I know, but I'm buying the Queen's Coach OP and if I'm correct it needs a bell shaped petticoat.

>>7059751
Yup, you're right! I just wanted to make sure, since this is a newbie thread after all.

>>7059780
I know. I wasn't sure whether I was correct about the petti or not so your confirmation came in handy, thanks.

>>7059702
Thanks for the tip! I'll have to check that out. :)

Also, I'd figure I'd ask since this is a newbie thread after all... Where would be my best bet for finding secondhand sales? The pink dress in that photo... Ugh. I want it SO BADLY. Thing is that the shop had it for way too much and my friend said that it should've been about half of what they were charging. Perhaps I could find it for cheaper online, but since it's an Angelic Pretty from 2008 (Nakayoshi Close Friends Bunny JSK) I have no clue what it's worth or where to find one. Couldn't find one on ebay... googled the dress and "for sale" and couldn't find much of anything... Are these things mostly luck and being in the right place at the right time?

How do you guys find your dream dresses/outfits that you want that are retired?

>>7060331
Honestly, because it's secondhand, it's pretty much a toss-up of where you'll find it next. Check the EGL Sales Comm and the FB page Lolita Sales in English and post a WTB, there's also a buy/sell thread here you can post on, as well. You can look on auctions like Yahoo! Japan and Mbok. You can also use consignment stores like Closet Child (they're updating stock in like, two hours), Alice+Fururun, Usagiyouhinten, Violet Blue on Rakuten (this one needs an SS), Tokyo Alice on Rakuten, Fairy Angel (this one is a little overpriced, IMO), Maiden Clothing, Honey Holic (needs and SS as well)... etc. Basically, if you're looking for something older and not as popular, it will take some time and you end up searching a lot of places. I saw it on Usagiyouhinten, the red op version, but it sold out a while ago. Here's the link for price comparison, though: http://usagiyouhinten.ocnk.net/product/5771

>>7060331
EGL comm sales
FB comm sales
CGL buy, sell, trade threads

yahoo jp auctions
mbok auctions

closet child
alice + fururun
fairy angel (not recommended)

seriously just look around a bit before you ask. all of this information is readily available. the internet is your friend.

>>7060331
>>7060346
Oh, and if you're okay with just bunnies in general, here's a kind of similar JSK (bunny pockets instead of... stuffed animals?) http://www.miss-harajuku.com/products/20-off-sale-angelic-pretty-bunny-chan-pockets-jsk

>>7059620
I have the laced poofier petti and I wouldn't say it's overly fluffy.

> Pic related.

>>7060346
>>7060350

Thank you both! Sorry if that was a really newbie question. I probably should've googled it a bit more before asking. It's good to know reliable sources from actual people though! You guys have been so helpful!

>>7060363

Here's the petti under a sheer (lighter) skirt though.

> Sorry if the pics are sideways, I'm on mobile

>>7058578
Bodyline has cute shoes in larger sizes! Also since it looks like you are doing classic you can sometimes find loliable shoes in regular stores like department stores or DSW. You have to be careful though I would agree with other anon that those particular ones don't work for this co-ord so I'd try to get different ones.

>>>/r/11654679 Can anyone tell me who this girl is?

>>7060494
Frank.... wolf? It's a dude.

Babby's first full coord in progress worn to a con 2 months ago. I got laid off a job I had barely started at the month before the con and still don't have a new job, so it's gone unfinished. I had to settle for wearing black platform sandals that wouldn't accommodate socks without risking a bad slip and fall. I was kinda embarrassed.

Requesting headbow and OTK suggestions that would possibly complete the coord. Was thinking about these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Garden-Lolita-Tea-Party-Stocking-Cherry-Strawberry-BLK/150597827026?_trksid=p2045573.m2042&_trkparms=aid%3D111000%26algo%3DREC.CURRENT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D17058%26meid%3D791702790949748875%26pid%3D100033%26prg%3D7917%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D4%26sd%3D200954316142%26

>>7060365
It's okay to ask questions. If you need to ask ones like that, though, you might want to spend some time going through EGL or some lolita FAQs; these will help you avoid newbie mistakes as well as give you a ton of general, really helpful info.
As for the link that the other anon posted: Miss Harajuku is really hit or miss and often has horrible mark ups. Spend some time looking around (googling the name of the dress with ds, for example "honey cake switching jsk ds" can bring you to old sales [checking the image search with this is also helpful]) can give you a good idea of what the dress is actually worth.
There are also occasionally price check threads on here where people give their estimates or post what they've seen it going for.

>>7060366
Why are you using that photo, it's not even lolita?

>>7060607
You could have worn tights bro

>>7060754
It's just a demonstration of the poof under different fabrics.

>>7060363
>>7060366
Thanks, this has been really helpful! I'm going for the fluffier petti after all.

So I've found an IW replica bag on Taobao. I'm not too fond of replicas but would it be okay for a beginner to get something like that? I can trade it in for a real IW bag later. I still have to buy so much stuff related to jfashion that I can't afford a brand bag right now.

>>7059234
try a white or blonde wig, some lacy wristcuffs/accessories and going without the glasses

>>7060489
Does the blouse look like a good fit for it though?

>>7059672
It's under Bodyline's costumes in cosplay. I have no idea why.

>>7061424
Because it's a cosplay. This isn't a lolita dress it's from an anime. I forget the name but I'll post when I remember it.

>>7060754
See >>7060791

The petti IS poofy, but it also gets weighed down depending on the fabric. I just wanted to show how it looks under different weight (and I don't own any lighter lolita garments, fortunately or unfortunately).

>>7061429
Please do, I've been trying to figure it out. I hate how bl never labels this shit

>>7061310
Depends, I don't think people judge too harshly about replica bags but some just don't look good at all. I don't really think you can 'trade it in for a real IW bag later' although it might have a small resale value. Can you link us to be sure?

>>7060607
Go for something with a vertical pattern instead, it'll look less busy. Something like these

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lolita-Vintage-White-Black-Floral-Sexy-Hosiery-Thigh-High-Socks-Stockings-/350720529045?pt=US_CSA_WC_Hosiery_Socks&var=&hash=item51a8929295

>>7060350
What's wrong with fairy angel?

>>7061509
Nothing in particular, I guess. They just always seem somewhat overpriced? I've had much more luck with CC and A+F.

>>7061487
They're over here:
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.133.PBE4fv&id=26011032992
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.46.Ba4J5S&id=21014087878..

I'm not expecting to be able to sell it, I just meant that later on I could throw out the replica and purchase a real IW bag.

>>7061505
Those are lovely, thanks for the suggestion! Really really like them!

>>7061509
Overpriced and slow to ship.

The thread has fallen pretty far down. I'll go ahead and bite.

I wore this today and well, you can see, I still need a lot of help with babies first coord.

Stuff I'm already noting on needing to fix. the dead obvious being a decent petticoat. You can see how terribly deflated mines is in the photo Switching the shrug for a different one(if I wear one), different tights(I have to get plus size because of my fat size)

The shoes match up with the blue in Alice's dress on the JSk, but I think I need a hat with a blue ribbon in the same color to better balance, or just switch to pink shoes. I also had some lace gloves I WAS going to wear with it, but I couldn't find them.

Also I like the short sleeve blouse, but should I change the sleeves? I think them being so small doesn't work with my arms.

and yes, I'm leaving my face in since I'd like better recommendations for hair style, color, or at least wigs that' will flatter my face. That is my natural hair and unfortunately, it's super thin so I'm very limited on what I can do with it. Also, sorry about my makeup, watery eyes, and going lighter on it since it's been a hot day and I really didn't want to go to heavy on my layers.

>>7064209
I'm sorry to inform you that those shoes don't work at all; they're far too bright.
W/r/t the blouse: the sleeves are a bit weird and make your arms look chubbier than they probably are. I would change it.
You do need to do something with your hair and make up. I think you could do cute curls with your hair if you'd like to use your natural hair.

If not, a medium brown wig would probably look good on you (hard to say for sure since I can't ascertain your skin tone from the photos). If you don't want to deal with taobao or a shopping service, lockshop and GLW are probably your best bets, though both have their drawbacks. Look around and read reviews on what you like.

Make up: You need to bring out your eyes! Either curl your eyelashes and wear mascara (or more of it) and some eyeliner (brown will look more natural) or invest in some more natural false eyelashes. Also, using a little eyeshadow can go a long way in making your eyes pop.

Certainly not one of the worst first coords I've seen, but you're correct in saying that you still need help.

>>7064260
Yeah. I really feel like the color is to bright, even if they do match up with the blue in the jsk. They were originally black and I repainted them to the blue, so I could always repaint them again to a pink or cream color. Pink I think would be better, especially if I brought in tights with light colors, but cream might be more versatile.

I usually prefer full length sleeves since my upper arms are fairly fat. I was wondering if I should consider investing in some chiffon long sleeve blouses for hotter weather since short sleeve doesn't look that good on me(Or at least stuff down to my elbows are better)

I do actually like using wigs too, it's just on the super hot days today, I opted for my regular hair instead. Hopefully this might give you a better idea on my skin tone. I've at least gotten a little more sun. I think my hair is a medium brown color(more noticeable in the sun then indoor lighting)

I've got some false eyelashes, and I'm still getting used to trying to wear them. I curl my eyelashes, and use illegal length mascara, but it really doesn't do enough, or wears out after awhile so it looks like I'm not wearing any at all. Happened today since I opted out of falsies. My poor eyes were watering today.

>>7064209
Lol that's fucking terrible, I remember seeing you post those shoes you were painting and wondering how the fuck they would look in a coord. Terrible, obviously.

Everything except for the JSK and the tights need to go. The shoes are hideous and look like some nanny's square dancing shoes, get some nice regular pumps. The blouse has a peter pan collar which is a good start, but the sleeves are dire. Do something to your hair and fringe, and wear some goddamned make-up. You look like you rolled out of bed and into this outfit, why do people think it's okay to have their nasty regular wavy shit hair out ever? Get a wig, or straighten/curl/style/put some product into it. Also stop sucking in your face like you're trying to chin yourself in the neck.

>>7064363
>wear some goddamned make-up

Why do people always assume I'm not. This happened in the photos of my Sailor Jupiter cosplay. I'm wearing makeup. Eyeshadow, mascara, lipstick, blush, foundation, powder, concealer. You can even see the blush in the photos. I wear lighter color makeup and the lipstick is gone because it wore off through the day. I prefer lighter colors.

Also instead of just telling me to style my hair, make suggestions of HOW to style my hair or even give me a suggestion wigs you think would work. People don't always know what will flatter their features.

>>7064379
and also it'd be nice if people read.

>and yes, I'm leaving my face in since I'd like better recommendations for hair style, color, or at least wigs that' will flatter my face.

You're stating something I already know and would like suggestions to improve. Not just "You need to style your hair" I know my hair needs style, I want HELP and recommendations on styles in the first place

>>7064379
Not who you're replying to, but I think maybe your makeup isn't obvious because there's not as much eye definition as we usually see in cosplay/lolita. Your skin and lips look nice in a natural way, but learn how to use eyeliner (at least brown if you think black is too harsh) or fake lashes to make your eyes show up more because it makes a big difference.

As for hair, I think it just looks a bit thin on top. The side-sweep and hairclip in pic 2 is alright, you could also try teasing it and cutting a side fringe? Dig up a hair tutorial thread from the archives.

>>7064284
a wig in natural black or brown would mesh better with your skintone than a blonde one, pic related

with regards to makeup and false eyelashes, look up gyaru or ulzzang eye tutorials, though if you're going to draw heavy emphasis on the eyes don't use as much blush/lipgloss

>>7064392 here, this is the kind of stuff i was talking about

if you're still learning to use falsies you can forego the bottom eyelashes, but eyeliner/circle lenses definitely make a difference!

>>7064379
Well you're obviously not wearing ENOUGH make-up, or well enough, which should have fucking occurred to you by now if everyone keeps assuming you're not. In your cosplay photo above I can't see any of it, except maybe some blush and foundation. Learn how to apply eyeliner, eyeshadow, and mascara. I don't even mean bright colored eyeshadow, something neutral color to deepen your hollows and lighten your brows. Shape your brows more symmetrical and fill them in, even at this distance I can tell they're splotchy. There's absolutely no contouring going on anywhere, and if you did then you didn't do well enough. Stop being so damn defensive and google, try new looks on at home, take photos and find a flattering angle. Straighten your hair, that natural wave is not pretty. Curve it inwards for a bob, thicken your fringe, braid it, curl it into big waves, bitch it's your own goddamned face, find what works for you.

Also your seams are damn wonky and wrinkly too. Dat greasy blunt chopped bangs on the wig are nasty and so is your pit. Nobody needs to see that.

>>7064433
I can't thicken my bang fringe even if I wanted too. If I tried that, I wouldn't have enough to even frame the side of my face.

Also, I may think something looks good, but it doesn't necessarily mean it actually DOES look good on me. That's why I'm asking for opinions and help in the first place. I'd rather not make a mistake and end up butchering my hair and be stuck with even worse hair.

>>7064437
Seriously though, don't ignore the good advice in >>7064433
You can get clip in fringes and grow out your own hair to give yourself more volume, or get clip in extensions to fill out your own hair, you definitely want more volume. I'd suggest curling your hair in larger, defined curls rather than straightening it, as a fellow doesn't-have-much-hair person it'll look much better in defined curls than sorry and flat.

The best way to find out if something looks good is to take photos of it, my sense of fashion/makeup/overall style improved in leaps and bounds when I started doing that. Your makeup may be there but it's not applied in a way that flatters you hence why everyone's telling you to put some on. Maybe googling "natural make up looks" would help you see where the shadows/contours need to be applied for starters.

>>7064475
Right. I'm actually really grateful for all the help I'm getting, even from the anon I'm arguing with(I guess you press enough buttons you can get some decent answers.

I think I've generally been able to get so far.

Natural black/darker brown looks better on me. I need to shape and fill my eyebrows more. Naturally they're too sparse looking.

I Need to better invest in conturing my makeup. My current makeup is too flat looking and a lot of it is getting lost in photos.

Keep working towards learning to put false eyelashes in, and invest in checking out gyaru/ulzzang eye makeup tutorial to help better bring out my eyes.

Sideswept bangs look better on me, and to invest in clip on bangs, and extensions to help bring volume to my thin hair.

Keep taking pictures of me in different things to see if something actually does look good on me or not.

>>7064379
The thing with make up is that it always looks like you're wearing less than you are in photos, so you need to really apply it heavier, especially if you're cosplaying. I can't see any eyeliner whatsoever on your make up pictures, and it makes your eyes look quite small. Because you haven't defined your lips or your eyes, the focus is drawn to your nose which is making it seem bigger than it actually is. I'd recommend drawing more focus to your eyes if you're not a fan of heavier make up. Try lots of different style of eyeliner, and see which ones you like best (or post pics here so people can say which ones look good on you if you're not sure). My recommendation is trying a style like this pic. You want to put some shadow into the inner corner of your eyes to make them seem closer together, as well as shadow in the creases of your eyelids, heavier towards the inner corners. Fully line the top of your lids, starting towards the inner corner and thickening slightly towards the outer corners. I personally like lightly outlining the outer bottom corner of eyes, from the outer corner to about half way and then adding a little bit of shadow in, but it might not look right for you. Finally, as for your blush, I'd recommend placing it higher on your face. Right now it's making your cheeks look lower and your face longer.

>>7057348
Contacts and some makeup will do wonders.

Bumping

>>7064209
>>7064379
Aren't you that Hancock cosplayer from the other day

>>7069250
Uh what? I've never cosplayed Hancock

>>7069254
Nevermind then, haha. There was a girl who sort of looked and spoke similarly to you and was also using a trip but I couldn't remember her name

>>7069254
I love that you ignored someone being actually polite and giving you good advice to reply to the people arguing.

>>7069271
Why do you have a god damn trip

>>7069268
Actually I didn't ignore them, even if I didn't reply to them. I took note of what they said, saved images they posted, and even posted a breakdown of different things I noted that people gave me advice on. Like looking up gyaru eye makeup tutorials. See>>7064491

>>7069274
If I were to take a guess, it's probably so nobody impersonates her.

>>7069274
Why do you care? I've been a trip for two years, including the time I was working for Epic Cosplay posting and giving help to people asking questions about the company.

>>7064209
>>7064284

If you are seriously wearing make up in any of these photos I can't believe it. I sincerely think you are lying (not mad about it, I just don't see any evidence of makeup.) If you like your dark-haired features you really need to start darkening the rest of your features.

False eyelashes are not that hard to put on. I don't understand how you find it so challenging that you are still learning how.. What parts are you struggling with? I might be able to help you?

Like, here's an example of my own makeup styles. Even with light makeup, you can TELL I've done stuff with my eyebrows and lashes. If your lashes don't take mascara well, the only thing you can really do is wear false lashes... I can't stand to go out without false lashes on anymore.

Also, as far as 'something to do with your hair'-- why not try not just brushing it and leaving it where it falls?? It's not that hard.. Get a straightener, get a curling iron, fuck, even a good blow-dryer would help you out. You can spend less than $20 on any of those items just for a start. You say you look better with side swept bangs, but honestly I think that girls say that as a cop-out because they don't want to deal with the effort of straightening their bangs every day or putting them up. Is it really that hard to just do something with yourself?

My biggest pet peeve is girls who bother to get 'dressed up' (cosplay, lolita, going out to dinner or work) and don't bother to do your make up. Why even bother going out if you aren't gonna put in the effort to look nice? Fair enough if you don't know how, but this is 2013, there are youtube tutorials on EVERYTHING.

>>7069271
You know if someone takes the time to give you advice, the polite thing to do is to at least say thank you. By only replying to negative things it makes you look really defensive and if you keep doing it, people are going to stop wanting to give you any advice when you ask for it on here.

>>7069277
jfc you are god damn annoying, you'd think you'd take of the trip to be a dumb ass since you're such an 'old fag'

Are you this bad at cosplay advice too?

>>7069277
lol, so you got fired for being an idiot I assume?

I do remember you rearing your head on wig threads, come to think of it

>>7069279
It's a valid point. I should have taken the time to actually thank the other anons who were nice enough to help. I didn't mean to come off as defensive and annoying, and I apology for that.

>>7069282
I mostly have issues with false eyelashes because I'm blind in one eye so I was having a hard time putting them on my good eye. I really hadn't worn them before I since I was always worried about fucking up my eyes. It's been recently I decided to try them, but I guess I've just been to scared.

>>7064379
I really wish you did more with make up. Your cosplay really gets let down because of it. Your costumes look good, but the lack of make up (or at least lack of visible make up) really does let you down. For example, your Moltres gijinka. You went with really vibrant and shiny fabric, very vibrant wig, but then your face looks so washed out. You could have gone with beautiful reds and golds, with strong eyeliner to emulate Moltres' very defined eyes. Sage because this is a lolita thread, not a cosplay thread.

>>7069300
You can use an applicator for the false eyelashes, that way you don't have a hand in your face.

>>7069277
you worked for a wig company and you can't figure out what style of wig/hair flatters you

>dis bitch

>>7069300

What do you mean "fuck up your eyes"? It's like.. it's not like you are putting glue IN your eye.

Apply the glue, blow on it a bit, wait about 30 seconds for it to become tacky, apply it as close to the lash line as possible (yes, it's uncomfortable at first, cry about it-- no don't, you'll fuck up your make up), open your eyes to check placement before it dries anymore, then keep your eye closed and press down both ends of the lash (and another finger in the middle if you aren't a complete buffoon to help make sure it's all applied down) for about 15-20 seconds, then remove hands and open eye. It's not rocket science. You made pasta art in school didn't you? Just glue along the lines. Seriously.

SERIOUSLY.

Harley, I gave you Lea Michelle's hair and then meitu'd some eyelashes and blush on you. I think you could pull off straight across bangs, but not super thick blunt cut ones. Although I totally understand if you don't want to have straight across bangs, because the upkeep can be a real pain.

>>7069329
woops, wrong picture. This is just the hair, not the meitu'd version.

>>7069329
Wait, I changed my mind. Go with Kerry Washington's hair.

>>7069343
Or the Kerry Washington with thinner bangs.

But seriously, have a play on these hair makeover sites. You sometimes can be surprised by what suits you. That goes to all the ladies on here.

HALP! I'm a total newbie when it comes to bidding on japanese websites. Always wanted, never knew where to begin. The auction for the piece I want ends in 10 hours. Is there any ss that would bid for me in such a short notice?

>>7070115
From Japan.

>>7070115
Try Japonica's urgent order form: http://www.japonicamarket.com/urgent-order.htm

>>7055505
what is the last dress shes wearing? its beautiful!

>>7070593
Krad Lanrete's Mozarabic Chant. The last one is the long version JSK in grey, the one next to it is the short version in blue.

I'm going to be wearing my first coord out soon.

Could I please get some concrit? I'm not too sure about the wrist cuffs, or the dark brown

>>7072758
Brown needs to go, I don't like the plain white tights, they should have some kind of embellishment on them. The boots cut off your legs in an odd place and make them appear weird, I want to say stumpy, but that's not quite it because of how thing your legs are. The wristcuffs look off because the sleeves on your blouse don't have a nice cuff (I also don't like the material, it looks shiny?) what kind of collar does it have? Switch out the brown for either white or even gold (the print has gold right?). I'd go with ankle socks with lace toppers and a show with a small heel but not a boot.

>>7072758
I'm not personally big on the wrist cuffs with the half sleeves seeing how thick they are and how they section your arms the way they do.
But I don't mind the brown since your shoes are dark too. If you had a dark brown hair piece too (if your hair isn't dark brown already), it might balance more.
The only thing I could really see happening if you were really uncomfortable with the brown would be to find stuff the same as the browner accents in the dress, or stuff that had similar accents. But I personally like the dark outlying accents the bag and shoes make.

>>7072758
It looks like you're trying a coord when you don't have all the pieces for a coord yet. You don't have lolita shoes nor socks, do you?
I do feel your pain.

>>7069315
not the person you were talking to but thank you so much for this advice. Ive tried so many times to put on fake eyelashes, and I have the motivation now to try again!

I can do this goddamnit.

>>7072764
>>7072765

Thanks for that guys, I'll go see what I can find tomorrow.

>>7072783
Pretty much.

>>7055341
I wouldn't normal post here but I'll bite. I wore this a month ago as my first coord. Dress is from Btssb, blouse is from taobao along with the gradient wig and the tights. I feel like I did okay but I feel there's huge room for improvement if you guys can help. Sorry about bad lighting.

>>7072958
Maybe some different tights and shorter boots/shoes. The tights seem a bit busy, and it's generally not a good idea to mix busy patterns together.

Maybe add something to go with the pearl thing on your shoulder.

>>7072967
I was thinking the same. Any reccomendations on shoes and tights/socks? I'm useless at that part. I'm thinking of wearing a black beret next time as well. Would that work?

Can I ask my noob question here? I made pic related. I'd like to wear it to a meetup, but I really don't want to embarrass myself if it's totally ita. The collar is detachable, still debating if I should add something to break up the white a little. Any concrit/coord ideas would be appreciated. I was thinking a chiffon blouse with lacy tights or something light and airy along those lines?

>>7073730
This isn't ita, no worries. It looks quite good actually.

>>7073730
It's really pretty, anon! Way better than my first lolita dress.

>>7073730

What about a black chiffon blouse and black tights? Just an idea, I dunno.

>>7073730
This is cuuuute! I love your pleats.

>>7073730
This is so cute. I'm feeling inspired to make something myself now, thanks!

>>7073775
>>7073779
>>7073781
>>7073784
Aw, thank you so much guys! OK, I'll work towards attending a meet up with it. I couldn't tell if the fact that I made it was clouding my judgement...

>>7073780
OK, thanks! I'll keep that in mind when I choose the blouse fabric.

>>7073730
I kind of want this dress.

>>7073730
Oh goodness, anon. That's really pretty.

Did you draft it yourself or did you use a pattern?

>>7073831
Thank you! I drafted it myself. It was a looong process; hopefully it'll be easier the more I do it.

>>7056021
Those super tight socks. Where can I get them? What are they even called? Sorry I'm a guy so I don't know much about women's fashion but I am interested.

>>7074516
Oh dear... Those are tights.

Here you go, you might need this in the future.

http://www.wisegeek.org/what-is-the-difference-between-tights-and-leggings.htm

>>7074522
That was very helpful, thank you! And yeah, I know I'm clueless about this stuff lol.

What about pic related? Since they end at the knees or thighs they're considered socks, right? But they're still super tight and a bit transparent, it seems. Is it there a name for that, a certain type of sock? And where's the best place to find stuff like that?

>>7074551
Those are tights/stockings called OTKs (over the knee-s), because they go just over the knee.

If you're looking for OTKs like those, your best bet is LegAvenue. I say this because those look very low quality, and LegAvenue is known for making low quality, Halloween-aesthetic tight/stockings like those. Do not buy those.

What kind of look are you trying to create, Anon? Maybe we can help.

>>7074551
Also, you will need to know the words "opaque" and "sheer" when looking for tights.

Sheer = see-through-ish
Opaque = Not see-through-ish/ solid color

Oh gosh, you might want to take notes, haha.

>>7074551
Try browsing Sockdreams. They sell socks/tights/leggings.

They have everything put in categories, so after a few minutes of browsing their site, you should know a little more about socks/tights/leggings.

>>7074560
Don't worry, I'm taking notes! ww
From what I learned in this conversation, I am looking for sheer white OTKs. Preferably with those bows and decorations on the end, like in the picture I linked before.

>>7074558
LegAvenue's stockings aren't that bad, at all. they're pretty standard. i mean you wouldn't wear them with lolita- but you shouldn't really wear any costume stockings with lolita. no matter how "high quality" they are.
cheesy halloween prints and sexy style =/= low quality

>>7074564
>You wouldn't wear them with lolita

Look at the thread you're in.

>>7074564
Leg Avenue's quality for tights is pretty shit imo. For the price I'd rather buy from welovecolors as I find that they don't get runs as easily.

>>7074564
They run easily, they stretch out quickly and their patterned ones are thin and see-through, when they're supposed to be opaque. Plus the printed white parts crack and rub off like mad.

Shitty and overpriced, you're much better off buying regular brands. Hell, I have better ones for like 2$ from taobao.

>>7074564
Their socks can sometimes be okay, though

>>7074632
Those are cute.

>>7074632
But only their socks, and that's because socks are easier to make.

Those are cute.

Since we're talking about socks, I'm so afraid of trying anything but solid colored socks/tights with my coords. I have confidence with everything else, but the socks kill me every time.

Tips?

>>7073730
mary magdalene put out a similarish sailor dress awhile ago
no worries, anon

Good place to buy cosplay socks online?

>>7077874
http://www.sockdreams.com/

I've never worn lolita but I've lurked cgl for a while now and I think I have enough of a grasp on the fashion to attempt to make my first coord soon. I'm planning on an OTT sweet coord as well as a shiro lolita coord with gold accents once I have the funds.

>>7073730
I would maybe add some lace trim on the bust and the ribbon, but it's really cute anon! I want it.

>>7073730
That looks lovely anon, I want it too.
Maybe make the ribbon a different color, like a very dark blue, so it's more distinguishable against the collar.
Other than that, it looks great.