/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

Does anyone know if other brands released some kind of diary/planner like pic related?
I really need a new one and I'd love if it was a brand one.

Does anyone recognize this or know how old it is? Apparently it's Excentrique but I can't find it on the library.

>>8038013
I saw this one in Junkudo a week or so ago, the cover is detachable and you can put it onto other notebooks after the one it came with is filled. Also the pages inside are really pretty!

>>8038092
Thanks! I haven't heard of junkudo yet, but is it this one: http://www.junkudo.co.jp/mj/products/detail.php?product_id=3000203213 ?
If it isn't sold yet (can't tell) I'll message my ss at once!

Best Aliexpress stores for Lolita? I've got Infanta marked but was wondering if anyone had any other recommendations.

>>8038107
It should be, it was about that price in the store. I was visiting family in Taipei and we have a lot of Japanese bookstores and bookstores that carry Japanese books around the city for some reason.

I had a dream that Tartan was the latest hot lolita trend and everyone was tripping over themselves to get tartan stuff. Doesn't seem too far from life for some reason

I'm 26 and self harming myself again. I thought I went over that phase in high school

I feel like lolita is the only thing helping me cope with my destructive behavior and it makes me feel more pathetic than ever

>>8038210
fuck sorry for posting such a depressing post in the general thread. I just needed to let it out somewhere

Any tricks to ordering from Rakuten and avoiding expensive ass shipping? I was unaware that the prices for shipping were so high.

>>8038214
Forward to tenso and then choose a cheaper shipping option? They have a handling fee so check prices with an estimator on the site.

>>8038144
Alright, thank you! Already messages my shopping service, I hope they'll get it for me

>>8038213
Feels thread then? >>8038227

Kill ur self

I'm going to visit Paris in a week, and I was super pumped to go to Boddywood and buy some AP things. Unfortunately, from their blog it seems like the store has shut down.
Can anyone recommend some other stores to check out? I'm from NYC so I'm not really interested in BABY, but any other j-fashion type stores would be appreciated.

>>8038315
I asked this exact same question on a previous thread and I was told to check out Guiq Chaq and Princess Crepe. Have fun in Paris, anon!

>>8038326
Totally didn't see that, whoops. Thanks anon! You have fun too.

>>8038083
It's an older version of the soccer stripe series. I believe it's from 2007 but I'm not 100% sure. I have to leave now but I will do some more research on this tomorrow. I'll be giving you an update if I am finding out more details on this.

>>8038210
Scars aint kawaii

>>8038340
Thanks a lot.

>>8038013
it is sold at the kinokuniya in seattle if anyone interested is in that area ~ 25 bucks and it is v pretty in person

Day 19 of Innocent World not invoicing me for my single JSK. Damn you, IW, you beautiful piece of shit.

>>8038503
oh man last time I went to seattle kinokiuniya I was groping all the burando things. I couldn't decide on anything so I got nothing. Really beats the NYC kinokuniya

>>8038210
that's what tumblrs are for. gtfo

>>8038210
Hi anon, I'm turning 25 very soon and I'm in the same boat. I was harm free for over a year but a bad living situation caused me to fail. It's the worst feeling. Lolita also helps me feel temporarily happy, but I know it's really just a bandaid fix. I buy items to make myself feel better but it doesn't actually help. I have some good friends but I'm too ashamed to talk about my mental health problems with them because, like you said, it feels like such a high school issue. I've been struggling with self harm for over 10 years now, it's really pathetic and embarrassing.

Anyway, it's a bit comforting to me to know that there's someone else going through something similar, knowing you're not alone is kind of nice... sending love.

>>8038210
There are always alternatives to self harm. Always. I know you can control it. I believe in you anon. Definitely do not cut! If you need the pain, bite yourself. Not to draw blood, but bite down reasonably hard and hold on for a while. It sometimes bruises but it is not as damaging as cutting. I do it to relieve stress, after 5-10 seconds my head clears and I am not upset anymore!

>>8038952
>>8038956
Lolita general. not cutting general.

Lucky key low waist JSK back in stock except for in Wine.

>order fromjapan
>paid on christmas
>dress still isn't in
>beginning to panic

does anyone know what days the japanese post offices are closed for holidays?

if it helps the seller is using
はこBOON as the service and "Yu-Pack" as the method

Today I stumbled upon that Anime Matsuri will be hosting a wedding, and my first thought was that it was going to John and the pregnant girl, I don't know her name.

>>8038189
That's a nice dream anon.

>>8038189
I hope it comes to life because I have an old school tartan jsk to sell!

Is IW having a January Sale or what? I thought they'd have it up by now.

>>8039113
3PM JST. We got an hour and a half homie.

>>8038315
I think there's an Axes Femme store?

>>8039049
chill out, everything's taking forever right now. Almost everyone was off from the 1st to the 5th so it's pretty backed up and slow right now.

Anyone ever receive a package in the US via SF Express? I ordered an OP with shipping included and that's who it is coming from.

Never heard of it before and I only found 1 review through google.

Does SF kinokuniya have burando items? I think I saw the angelic pretty catalog but thats it.

Any advice for getting rid of cleavage in an OP with a sweetheart neckline? I got a Mary Magdalene dress recently that fits beautifully, except it does something to my 86cm bust that normally I might be excited about but in lolita I feel too indecent to wear it to a meet.

>>8039286
I've used it twice, and both packages arrived to me really quickly, with the tracking updating pretty consistently.

Does anyone know the name of the Excentrique designer(s)? Or any info?

>>8039213
My body is ready

>>8039322
What's your gif from?

>>8039331
Engaged to the Unidentified.

>>8039334
Thank you.

>>8039322
COMMON IW, WE READY.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zrtl41oZxOA

>>8038931
I'm on day 20, and the skirt is now showing as sold out. I'm still hopeful, but this is suffering.

>>8038931
Day 26 for 1 JSK and 2 pairs of socks. You are not alone.

Congrats to the people who got something they liked from IW today!

I passed on this sale but it was fun to hype.

>>8038931
>>8039374
>>8039384

Holy shit I've also not received a reply for almost a month. I've seen IW backed up...but I didn't even order during a sale or big release. I wonder what's going on.

>>8038938
haha last time i was there was less than 12 hours ago, thats kinda nice to hear ive heard seattle had the worst one before and i was like/// idk its pretty good, la is supposed to be ridiculous though

>>8039314
Glad to hear! Thank you.

>>8039399
oh I have only been to the NYC one. I thought it was better just because of the brand stuff and the uwajimaya.

>>8038342
being a dick isnt kawaii either

>>8039411
there isnt much brand stuff, they sell postage and other things not clothing, but the uwajimaya is nice

>>8039396
>I bought one of the Rozen Maiden dresses

>>8038315
It as closed two yearq ago I believe. Their is an Axes Femme shop in the Franc-bourgeois street nea the St-Paul station. If you want to hang out with local lolitas, try the facebook group called lolita garden. We have our fair share of english-speaking girls who would be more than happy to make you tour the city.

>>8039454
years* there* near* sorry, I'm typinp on the dark 'cause I'm stupid.

>>8039398
It's pissing me off, I'm very tempted to just cancel it. Like, I want the stuff, but I'm annoyed on principle.

>>8038931
>>8038931
Thank god I'm not the only one.
Day 26 for me, I'm a bit miffed. Some of the items I ordered are now on sale cheaper...

>>8039489
I was planning on cancelling and re-ordering if the stuff I ordered went on sale, just using a different email and paypal.

>>8039396
Bit premature isn't it? We won't know for another month if we've been successful. I took my sweet ass time making a decision (just sent my form) so I'm not hopeful. I got a set so I'll be annoyed if I just end up with the headbow and socks as I'd rather not pay postage for those alone. I got the happy pie JSK and added a note saying I'd be happy with the apron if the just waist was gone, but I'm really scared they'll block me just for asking... Who knows how long it will take, last time I ordered it took 4 weeks for an invoice and now the sale is on and they are on almost permanent vacation. It's always worth the wait but I get worried about it!

>>8039554
You'll need a different shipping address if you do that. Chances are if you haven't been invoiced yet, you might get the sale price anyway

>>8039449
Which one?

>>8038956
Elastic bands people

>>8039049

Small post offices were closed up until Monday.

Is the Innocent World sale over already? WTF

>>8039610
http://innocent-w.jp/onlineshop/en/sale.html
Doesn't seem like it?

I never really come to cgl or have seen one of these threads so forgive me for asking; what's the demographic in these threads? Mostly female, or are there a bunch of dudes?

I'm a guy and I've recently developed an interest in crossdressing, but specifically with gothic lolita fashion. Is this thread a place to find discussion on that, or should I go elsewhere?

>>8039625
It's mostly female, but there are a lot of guys who like crossdressing lolita too (called brolitas) and you can usually get some advice. But no it's not 90% guys or traps or whatever the rest of 4chan usually is.

>>8039626
Awesome, thanks. I've looked around at some Brolita outlets, but I just love how 4chan works so I tend to flock here

Any general advice anybody would have to give me? Since this may just be a passing fancy for me, I'd like to try something out that's not terribly expensive, and I'm not entirely comfortable with shaving off my leg or arm hair yet.

>>8039629
Try something from Bodyline, it's decent quality and low priced to try out the fashion - post here before you buy though as some of their stuff is too ita to bother with. If you live in the northern hemisphere/cold climate you can just do long sleeved blouse and tights or OTK socks to get around arm/leg hair.

>>8039629
look at pictures of gothic lolitas.
look up tips for crossdressing.
apply one idea to the other.
self-post the results on CoF and see if you get reposted here.

>>8039109
Get your local comm to do an old school meet and then sell it to someone who needs something to wear. It worked for me!

>>8039635
Diff anon but I like how you think.

>>8039632
>>8039633
I apologize for my ignorance but I don't really have a FAQ to refer to; what do you mean by "too ita" and "CoF"? Thanks for the help.

I was planning on long black leggings probably (are leggings significantly difference from OTK socks?), and actually perhaps something sleeveless but with long full-arm gloves. It's hard to decide if I'm more concerned about appearance or just how it would feel to wear at the moment

>>8039614
>http://innocent-w.jp/onlineshop/en/sale.html
What? it says "There are no registered goods now"

>>8039653
It does to me..?

>>8039653
Use a different browser or clear your cookies? It's been up for 3 hours already so good luck

>>8039658
>>8039659
AAAH, It works when I'm on the japanese site, and not on the english translated one!!

>>8039662
It's still working for me on the english one... Shit mate I really hope you get through. Have you tried clearing everything? Or on a different device?

>>8039645
ita is a google-able term, try "what is ita?"
CoF=Closet of Frills, facebook group.
check out other threads like the co-ord help one, the fucking ita thread, get an idea of what works and doesn't around here.
(in other words, lurk more--lurk A LOT)

the picture you paint with your "plans" tells me you're focusing on shit that will hide your hairiness instead of shit that will look good on you. start over, from a base of fitting the silhouette (you best not go sleeveless, bro) and looking good.

btw i'm not even lolita but i've been on /cgl/ long enough to pick this shit up.

>>8039645
ita is just a general term for ugly/painful to look at and doesn't follow the rules of lolita
sleeveless = no in lolita for the most part
plain black leggings = no
get black stockings with some kind of pattern on them that matches the dress instead
post in the bodyline thread for some help with what dress to get, since you said you want something cheap

>>8039666
Works on internet explorer... The stockings I needed are sold out in the right colorway,..

Quick question; I have never ordered something from Innocent World so could anyone tell me what's about this tax that should be added to the item price?

>>8039645

>sleeveless things
>feels over appearance

Bro, you're definitely not suited for lolita. Go to this thread >>8002143
Pick a weeb outfit and enjoy crossdressing.

As for lolitas, it's a group that takes their fashion hobby very seriously. If you even need to ask whether to prioritise feels over appearance, or you think this is just a passing fancy, then don't bother with lolita. Half-assing your lolita outfit and then showing to a meetup will get you branded as a creeper and a fetishist, you will not be welcome.

>>8039684
Read the "how to order online" section. IIRC it's 9% on each item

>>8039684
8% sales tax.

>>8039686
Hmm....very noted. Thank you. I'll give it some more thought.

>>8039707

If you're talking about the "Shopping Guide for International Orders", I've checked it but no mentioning of the tax. Are you referring to another guide? Because I can't find any other guide on their site.

>>8039708
Thank you both!

>>8039730
Oh! I'm sorry, I think their blog has a post called "attention" at the top that explains it, rather than in the guide

>>8039777
I was looking for that post actually, but sadly they removed the post (but the title is still there?)

Would it be worth it to get one pair of socks on the IW sale or should I try and combine the order with someone else?

Did anyone else see this post on the Sweet Lolita Sales Worldwide group on fb? I think a milanoo front is trying to sell to her

>>8039799

>>8039800

>>8039109
Photos? I've been hunting for a good old school tartan piece for a while.

>>8039109
What measurements are there anon I might be interested?

>>8039800
The website looks like it is full of over priced shitty ebay dresses and crappy cosplay wigs. They promote themselves as a cosplay store on FB but the website has a Frozen Elsa dress, an AoT jacket and a couple of hoodies. These guys wish they were Milanoo.

Argh, I actually like the Shinku from RM dress... And it's like 20,000 yen or so...

>>8039784
Pretty underwhelmed with the IW sale tbh. I got myself some socks I've been eyeing for a while, a necklace from the sale and a regular-priced item that I wanted to match something else. With shipping costs and customs, it's almost not worth it. I would definitely get something else to go with it if you can afford it.

>>8039784
I don't know where you are, but in the UK the shipping is £10 and it's under the tax threshold, which brings most sale socks up to £20 which imho is worth it.

>>8039311
Try a minimizing bra. Bring the dress with you and try a few styles on.

Convinced my friend to buy this for 1000 yen. Euther she hit the motherload OR she's getting a rotten orange. So worth the 1000 yen though and I feel we have a good story on the way.

>>8040022
Fucking cellphone post. Oh well it will be glorious to see what happens next, we both almost wish she is getting scamed

>>8039584
Suigintou. I like that the fabric is subtly embossed with little roses and Rozen Maiden logos.
>>8039888
Come to the dark side anon! If you remove the cape and roses it actually looks pretty normal and not-costumey.

>tfw lots of money to spend via paypal and nothing to buy
Sigh....
I've been browsing sales groups, auction sites, and nothing is catching my eye. It's always when I don't have money, ugh.

>>8040022
>>8040025
it's Y!A, there's things that have a cheap start bidding price all the time.

Unless the seller has bad ratings there's usually no problem.

You sound like a bitch.

>>8040148
Are you retarded? It was the BIN. OP's friend just won a lucky pack for $8 because the seller didn't put enough zeroes in the price.

Granted, it's 99% likely it was a mistake or a scam, and no seller is going to let go of a huge LP for half the price it'd take just to ship to the buyer. But hey, they've got a fun story now.

>>8039686
>>8039715
Alternately, buy some stuff to try out - just don't post photos online or call yourself a lolita/brolita. If you want to roll around in your bedroom in some Bodyline dress and leggings just to see how kawaii you feel, it's not going to offend any Lolitas if they don't see you doing it. Bodyline started as sexytime costumes for people who wanted to dress up "as a lolita" in the bedroom anyway.

>>8039799
That person spams every sales post in the plus size sales group too. I wish they would be banned, most of their suggestions have nothing to do with whatever the WTB is for.

Got AP's Happy Girl dress and oh wow. It is short. It is the shortest thing I own. I have a dreamv dress that I thought was really short but this seems like a whole other league.

I love it.

>>8040260
Pic?

>>8040234
Oh, well yeah, I didn't want to do anything public or go to meetups. I just want to wear frilly dresses and feel like a princess while I play videogames.

Sheeeit, only just put in my IW sale order, hope I at least get something, I'm in dire need of blouses. I ordered size S which is usually less popular so I'm kind of hopeful? Pic related, the accessories aren't on sale but I liked 'em.
What did everyone else order?

>>8040310
You shouldnt have bought the blouse. The material wrinkles easily just because its cotton/broadcloth

>>8040324
Well, at least I won't be disappointed if I don't get it, then! But eh, I don't mind a bit of extra ironing, wouldn't be the end of the world.

does anyone happen to know the max bust of MMM's harpsichord trio?

>>8040362
(the long hem, long sleeve version, or a dress with a similar cut)

>>8039800
This bitch proper needs to be banned, I've been seeing her pull this shit on so many WTBs.

If you go to a brand store is it bad to wear a dress by a different brand?? I'm planning on going to the BTSSB store in SF but don't own any pieces by them

I'm currently trying to loose weight and CM's to look perfect in brand.
I'm currently around 74cm waist, and 90cm bust.
what are the ideal measurements for Lolita?

>>8040440
But are you ugly? Post face.

>>8040446
I really don't want people to know that i go on /cgl/ but no, i'm not ugly thankfully.

>>8040457
You don't even know if your measurements are okay, you certainly wouldn't know if you're ugly. Post your face, it's crucial.

>>8040446
Isn't everyone ugly and fat by /cgl/ standards anyway?

>>8040460
I've never had anyone call me ugly, but i've had people call me fat. So i was going by that logic, anyway i was looking for perfect measurements, not a debate about my looks.

>>8040460
Christ, stop being such a bitch, would you post your face here?

Seagulls, please help. ;_;
My dress from ClosetChild came in. And it's in pretty bad condition despite them marking it at 3.

First of all, it's covered in tiny hairs. Some of which are curly, lol....
And the arm pits are a discolored yellow.

None of this was stated in the conditions.

Is there anything I can do?

>>8040476
Go over it with a lint roller and give it a good clean (in the machine on delicate if it's machine washable, handwash if it isn't), see if that sorts it out.

>>8040481
To echo you recommendations,
some dry cleaners offer a deep clean service, that can get rid of pretty much any stain. I've had to use it before for some Op's i've gotten on lacemarket.

>>8040440
personally I think 88cm-90cm bust and 60-70cm waist would be decent, lolita is actually quite big in measurments

>>8040474
>wants to know if you'll look perfect in lolita
>doesn't want to talk about looks
Pick one, a body will do you no good if you're fuggo.
>>8040475
I have, just not in a way to fish for asspats, of course.

>>8040507
Well yeah, I have too, I meant in this context, because first of all, there's not really a need, and second of all, your aggressive way of asking makes it seem like you're going to find fault with her face whatever she looks like.

>>8040429
Nope, not unless it's an event.
If the staff act cunty about it it's not your fault. They're meant to make you want to buy from you and to entice you over, not judge them.

>>8040476
Dog hairs probably, but you think they would have done something about that, it's not like them at all.
Search the archives for 'yellow stains' and 'pit stains', there's a few techniques. What fabric is it? A photo would help most.

>>8040507

I've lost about 20cm on both waist and bust so i was basically asking if i was nearly there. i wasn't looking for asspats, just wanted to know if i was nearly at the ideal measurements.

>>8040502
Thank you, that's all i wanted to know!

>>8040072
Same. I'm looking at the IW sale and thinking "meh".
Gonna try and save most of it for when stuff I want does pop up rather than spend it on whatever.

>>8040429
Do you have to wear Calvin Klein to shop at Calvin Klein?

>>8040509
I just don't like idiots who can't do a bit of research to know that they do fall within the measurements of most dresses and would probably look fine, and need the validation of strangers on the internet to make a decision about it.

This place isn't a hugbox, don't be so sensitive when people give you a little shit.

>>8040517
I'm pretty disappointed with the IW sale, actually. They've had a decent year, too, so it's surprising how little is taking my fancy.

>>8040507
If saying you have a 74cm waist and 90cm bust is fishing for compliments you must be a hambeast.

>>8040521
It's not a hugbox, but that doesn't mean you have to go out of your way to ask things cuntishly. But whatever, the girl found the answer she was looking for, conversation over.

>>8040520
>>8040513
Thanks guys, that's a load off my mind!

>>8040476
If it's really that much worse than they said you can contact them and maybe get a (partial) refund. The hairs ought to be removable, though.

>>8040526
Yep, now when the day arrives when other people doesn't think she looks absolutely perf she can fuck off like every other attentionwhore in this fashion.

>>8040540
I... don't quite understand what you're saying. But you seem pretty mad. Calm down.

>>8040540
You sound really salty anon.

>>8040547
>>8040554
I already told you I don't like idiots or attentionwhores. Maybe you shouldn't be so mad at me for telling the truth.

>>8040560
But we're not mad at all. You're the one who's getting crazy butthurt over basically nothing.

>>8040560
Do you go on tumblr a lot anon?

>sounding super salty
>becomes extra salty at people calling them salty
>????
>privilege

>>8040573
>give someone a little shit for asking a stupid question that's been asked so many times
>omg anon so salty u mad wtf y r u being so mean
Lol, okay ladies. I had a sensible chuckle.

>>8040582
Alright, so did I, I guess this didn't turn out so badly after all.

>>8040587
Not at all :^)

>>8040301
I think if it's just for you and you aren't planning to show off, then just buy whatever you want and makes you feel good. I still suggest Bodyline if you don't want to spend a lot. Another option would be Anna House or Taobao brands, especially if you find you are bigger and need custom sizing. (Check the taobao thread here or just buy from a decent reseller like Clobba Online, My Lolita Dress, or Qutieland. Avoid Milanoo and be careful of any sites or ebay sellers that seem too good to be true because they're scams.) Have fun, stay kawaii, bro.

>>8040481
>>8040485
>>8040513
Thanks anons! I'll see to it that the stains are removed. I just didn't think it was like Closet Child to not disclose pit stains. And well hair, I would think they would put some effort to remove those. I feel better that they are probably dog hairs..

>>8040535
I really want to, but scared considering how Japanese sellers have ban lists.

Could someone decipher the waist measurements on the little dipper underskirt for me please?
http://h5.m.taobao.com/awp/core/detail.htm?spm=a1z10.1.w4004-3531692776.13.ZFRizG&id=19672555651
Also which colour is closest to Ivory

Does anyone have any good coords of AP's Cosmic series? I'm considering buying another anon's sailor collar JSK and it's really hard to find any coordinates of it. The collar looks hard to match with a blouse :/

>>8040659
Small is 60-72 cm
Medium 73-85 cm
Large is 86-97 cm

The closest to ivory is probably 浅黄色, or light yellow as an anon in the underskirt thread mentioned that the white is white white.

>>8040659
They are all one size. Mine stretch out to 106 cm when I measure it.

See picture for the "pale yellow" and the white hanging next to each other and next to a few of my ivory dresses. The pale yellow are closest but depending on the dress it's a bit to yellow.

>>8040741
Oh sorry. Seems like they have change their measurements since I ordered them. Then they did not have sizes. Listen to >>8040722
on that part

>>8040722
Thank you. I was wondering if I read it right as the numbers looked quite high for waist measurements, but then I suppose that's so you can get it past your hips

>>8040741
That's super helpful. Thank you! I'l get the pair of them so, they both look fab.

>>8040763
Innocent world's underskirt is a good "in between" ivory if you would find it to yellow (I did at first). even though it looks quite alike in the photo attached here.

>>8040763
Innocent world's underskirt is a good "in between" ivory if you would find it to yellow (I did at first). Even though it looks quite alike in the photo attached here, that's just thanks to bad lightning since it's night were I am.

Where did you get the Infanta underskirts I have never seen them before...

>>8040857
Not underskirts. Underdresses.

http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.1-c.w4004-8805162596.6.do5y0S&id=40679194935

>>8040310
Only a few of them were actually on sale but i hope everything is still available when iw invoices me :(

>>8041103
Those pieces are all super gorgeous!


How do I clean brand socks? I have two dirty pairs that I keep avoiding washing because I am worried they will bleed. One is from Meta and has sparkles, other is IW. Thanks!

>>8041242
Pretreat with a gentle stain remover in you need to, then handwash in cold water and line dry.

>>8041245
What type of stain remover? Tide pen ok?

are the mainstream brands doing ok financially? I keep seeing talk about brands going out of business

>>8041359
well, the japanese yen is plummeting and it'll only go lower, so the brands will have to dish out more money than in the past to continue production, however, they could also raise the price of products to cover some of it.

>>8041359
There's a recession right now in Japan. A lot of companies in retail have been crimped with the raising of the sales tax from 5% to 8% thanks to PM Shinzo Abe. It's not getting better as it will rise again to 10% late in the year. Abenomics does not seem to working at the moment.

Japan is suffering through a David Harvey moment where their primary sectors (manufacturing) are shifting away to secondary (fashion) and tertiary sectors (banking). Luckily the Japanese fashion brands (Uniqlo, BTSSB, AP) have been diversifying and expanding globally.

>>8041353
Tide pen is bleach isn't it? I prefer just using a bar of laundry soap

>>8041389
Don't forget about that shit tastic exchange rate for them.

>>8041419
Actually the declining exchange rate is supposed to generate more exports for Japan. As their items will become cheaper for foreigners. However, I believe that the brands will need to raise prices soon to compensate for the lost profit abroad. Lolita fashion has a high demand here, but a small, yet growing market. I'm willing to pay $300+ for a JSK from AP, not $250. I've noticed from AP USA's website the prices for new brand has decline in the last few months. IW needs to do the same on raising their prices. BTSSB/AATP seems to keep their prices the same.

>>>/adv/15251059

shit is getting serious concerning a lolita in relationship. thoughts?

>>8041535
My thought is that you posted it as b8 and it's not quite getting the reaction you hoped for so you're fishing here instead.

>>8041463
this method will further cripple domestic sales. not only do wages remain stagnant, but the purchasing power of the yen is weaker, so raising prices will hurt japanese lolitas, which is bad considering they're the target and majority of the niche lolita market, not the foreigners. the japanese brands would never do this, however the best method would be to change the prices on the online shop to cover the difference (making foreigners pay more), but keeping in-store prices the same, which declines domestic online sales but increases domestic instore sales.

>>8041412
Uh, no. It's stain remover, not bleach. I've used it on dark things before with no discoloration. You're thinking of one of those bleach pens used to clean the grout in your shower or something, it's not the same at all.

>>8041565
>however the best method would be to change the prices on the online shop to cover the difference (making foreigners pay more), but keeping in-store prices the same, which declines domestic online sales but increases domestic instore sales

This is something that should be taken into consideration. A another solution would be for brands splitting the online shopping sites for domestic and foreign buyers as retail websites have done like Amazon, Dior, or Apple. Foreign buyers pay more, domestic buyers less. While keeping the in-store prices the same, foreign buyers could travel to Japan for shopping trips. I remember the Europeans doing that when the US Dollar sunk to all time lows in 2007 and 2008.

>>8041578
i thought of that, but Angelic Pretty just recently dismantled the international online shop, i highly doubt they would consider bringing it back. If they do though, they should not let a third party manage it, but their own and rake in profit from shipping and handling like BABY does.

>>8039109
Size and pics, sweet anon? I want everything I couldn't buy when I was 13

>>8038083
>>8038340
Anything else on this? I want to give it a try and buy it but I'd rather be able to resell it if it doesn't fit.

>>8040605
I've heard CC is really nice to deal with, I think I've heard of them offering partial refunds before. You should be fine. Do you have the item link still?

>>8041892
>>8039836
>>8039839
Looks like everyone IS tripping over themselves to get tartan! To be honest, I changed my mind about selling it just today. I can't bring myself to do so, it has sentimental value. The person who gave it to me is sick and I'm really worried so I want to hang on to all of my memories of them.

But surely old school style tartan pieces pop up on sales comms reasonably frequently?

>>8042019
>>8041892
>>8039836
>>8039839
For any of you feeling the craze Ista Mori is selling a tartan JSK and Miss Point is seeling tartan skirts and OP.

I need measurements for Ista Mori's Nameless Poem. Specifically the length from the neck to the waist or from the waist to where the collar starts. I know for size S the latter is 15,5cm. Does anyone own M or L and can measure it for me?

>>8040605
When I sent them an email about my damaged boots they were super polite and apologetic, and gave me a full refund. I posted about it here so it should be in the archives.
However in my case the damage probably happened in transit/customs so they could get their money back from their insurance. I don't know what they'd do if the problem is their own fault. I've never heard of them being anything but polite, though, so I think it's worth a try.

Found on LM, could someone please tell me what is going on with the mannequin? send help

>>8042085
Someone is over compensation for something

>>8042085
It looks like those boobs are trying to escape.

>>8042085
needs a better bra.

>>8040923
I posted in wrong thread, I saw somebody posting in the underskirt thread infanta underskirts. Sorry for the confusion!

>>8042085
for sale: school blouse from a hentai vn

>>8041103
I tried for that ivory bolero too, praying I can get it.
Your accessories are all adorable, great taste.

>>8041103

The hair accessory isn't on sale, but I got a good deal on the rest. I really hope the necklace is still in stock. I've wanted a pearl choker from IW for ages now.

>>8042085
>>8042166
Hah, they don't even look good, they look old and saggy.

>>8041975
>>8038346
It took me a while to find out all information, but here you go:
http://lolibrary.org/apparel/soccer-stripe-bustier
http://lolibrary.org/apparel/soccer-stripe-jacket
http://lolibrary.org/apparel/soccer-stripe-corset-skirt-0

I'm not sure what thread to post this in, but here goes. I just got this weird message on tumblr from a user named burningkoaladetective

>Hi dear, how are you ,this is Andy from an online shop, now we are looking for talented bloggers to cooperate with our company. We offer cash or credit to you, you just need to post photos of our products and promotions on your platforms. Are you interested? if yes ,please let me know your email to discuss more details, thanks.

Has anybody here received a message like this from this user, or a similar one? Judging from their blog it seems like it has to be some kind of scam. I'm not that popular on tumblr so it's not like I'd even be a good promoter for their products. Should I just delete the message and move on with my life or should I respond and see what happens.

Can you e-mail IW to check if they have items in-store that are sold out online? I know the opposite happens sometimes, where stuff shows up on the website as in-stock but actually isn't. Is it worth a try?

>>8042643

I've received this too, though my message was less direct. They seem to have an actual online storefront and stuff, I'm probably gonna go for it and see what happens.

>>8042669
Yeah, give it a try. I did it before, and unfortunately my item was out of stock everywhere, but they weren't mad at me for asking or anything. They'll probably be very slow to respond with the sale and all, though.

>>8039289
I went there last June and I picked up Misako's book. A lizlisa mook and some other band mooks.

>>8039645
Leggings are SO significantly different from OTKs. Leggings are like trousers but made of skinny material. You don't want those for Lolita. If you want something to cover your legs completely, then you want tights - you'll probably have to buy them off-brand, and you'll want them in the biggest size (they go by leg length rather than waist width). Plain colours will be better than patterns if you're wearing patterned outfits.

DO NOT go sleeveless. I assume you mean wearing a jumperskirt without a blouse, and that is a no-no. For a start, you'll want a nice frilly blouse to bulk up your chest and hide that lack of boobs. Secondly, you'll want sleeves because they'll go some way to covering up your arm muscles and hairs and they won't look as weird as long gloves. (It should go without saying that you'll be shaving your armpits, but that's not an area that's generally left uncovered).

I would consider getting a blouse with princess sleeves (pic related) - for a start, they will be an easier fit because of the wide cuff, and they'll also make your arms seem skinnier and more girly.

Oh, and invest in a good wig, a wide comb, and detangling spray. You'll be wearing a wig of some kind every time you want to go brolita successfully, so you should look after the ones you have. Avoid bobbed styles because they'll frame your face too much.

>>8042045
Mine should be arriving soon but its in XL.
I really hope its sizing is like infantas or i fucked up.

>>8038124
There's almost none. There's Loli Loli Paradise, they resell multiple Kawaii shit from Taobao and you can find stuff from Dear Celine, Kid's yoyo, etc there; but they are overpriced as fuck so I wouldn't buy.

>>8038931
Holy shit I didn't know this. I just ordered a bolero from the winter sale.

>>8042821
I got invoiced yesterday and I sent the order in on the second. I think IW just missed that person.

>>8039398

I'm this anon, and I actually just received my invoice! The brown macaron dress and brown bow sold out within a few days of it being put up, so I figured I didn't get them, but both items are on my invoice! Stay strong anons.

>>8042827
>>8042838
Argh I didn't come to CGL for 2 days and almost missed the IW sale, but I could finally get accsess to internet today. I ordered the princess bolero in Ivory but now that I've read all the comments here it seems like it's almost impossible I will get mine? Help ;_;

>>8042838
Congrats! I got invoiced for this yesterday. I'm so excited sing I lost out on the just waist cut.

>>8042838
Wait, they haven't sent out yours? I got mine in the mail like a week ago! So happy I didn't spring for the sale.

>>8042217
I am the anon who posted that picture in the underskirt thread. It is infantas underdress.

>>8042898

No, just the invoice received. In the invoice they dated my order to December 12, which was basically the day of release for this dress. I could have been super far down the list though, who knows, I'm just glad I got it. Once it was marked sold out, I really thought my chances were screwed.

>>8042898
Same here, just wore it last weekend. Here was my timeline, I ordered during the sale.
>Order placed 12/11/15
>Received invoice 12/20
>Paid the same day
>Shipped on 12/24
>Received on 12/30

>>8042996
Do you wait till it pops up on the English site or Japanese site?

I'm a bit concerned...
I place an order from Innocent World the 19th december and I have yet to receive a mail or a payment request on my paypal. The only thing I have gotten is the automatic reply you get when you place the order.

>>8043155
There are a bunch of us in the same boat. Hopefully we'll get our invoices soon.

>>8043006

Yep, it's usually a few minutes within the Japanese release, I'lf it takes too long, I copy paste the Japanese item title.

I know there's some soft of url trick but I've forgotten it.

>>8042876
Don't lose heart anon, you're probably fine!

How often do you guys pay full retail for your dresses? Are you pretty good about snagging then for decent prices secondhand/on sale? Or do you always go for new releases the minute they go on sale?

>>8043244
I've never bought a dress on reserve because poorfag here needs time to save, but I've paid full retail for dresses maybe 5-6 times? I generally buy second-hand.

>>8043244
I've only done it twice for burando, but about half my dresses are taobao or indie, which I've all bought at full price from source

>>8042643
Sounds like Milanoo

>>8042643
>Andy from an online shop
How specific.

>>8043244
I do it fairly often, I tend to like dresses that stay popular for a while like melty cream donuts or unicorn gobelin. It's annoying but since I'm never fast enough to snag them, I've gotten used to just hunting for retail-priced pieces.

>>8043244
All brand (no Bodyline or Taobao) wardrobe, half prints and half non-print, never paid more than $150 for a dress, either direct from brand or secondhand.
Obv I don't have all the latest or most sought-after prints, but it's a fairly well-rounded collection. Japanese secondhand sites and auctions tend to have the best loot, but sometimes you can snap up really good deals on LM and EGL Sales if you're quick.

>>8043244

I get stuff new if it's a NEED or if I like it and can tell it will be popular enough to warrant scalpers, I hate paying over retail for stuff. I remember people talking mad shit about Melty Cream Donut before release, saying it wouldn't be popular,etc. The pink can still go for $350 plus, so I'm glad I bought it at release because I really loved it and wasn't influenced by opinions, trust your gut!

If it's not a need, I hope it's unpopular and scoop it up in an auction or sale later.

Baby recently retweeted this photo set and all I can see is lesbianism. Am I just being an American projecting onto Japan or is the intent to imply something more like a romance novel?

Not sure whether this is the best place to ask, but how much should i expect to pay approximately for SS fees and shipping if i were to get something off yja/mbok? I remember there being a chart somewhere but I can't find it anymore

(Basically despite it being listed for sale occasionally on more western sales sites as well, pic related seems to be listed for far less on yja/mbok sometimes... so i'm wondering at what price it'd actually be more worth it to buy through an ss)

>>8043853
Depends what SS you're using. Remember, there will also be domestic Japanese shipping in addition to whatever international shipping you use.

As for me, I use Japonica, spend usually somewhere between 1000-1500 yen on SS fees and domestic shipping, and then typically less than 30 USD for EMS to the US, since I usually don't do large hauls.

>>8043865
oh okay thanks, i just wasn't even remotely sure what general price range to be mentally adding on when i'm browsing listings

also not sure if this is a dumb question, but is it true there are additional fees as well as that on things from mbok rather than yja?

>>8043871
No. I usually shop on mbok.

What SS can I use for maidenclothing? I can't buy directly from them because they don't accept paypal

>>8043936
If you have a debit card you can just use that.

>Captcha: Pingu
kek

>>8043945
You could use any visa you have.

Here a link someone posted that goes through the process of payment.

http://egl.livejournal.com/18703835.html

>>8043871
Either auction site may have COD or bank transfer fees as well

Hey seagulls, I just transferred computers and I lost my bookmarks. What's the moonrunes for AP/BTSSB/AATP to use on mbok?

>>8043840
Despite gay marriage not being legal for the most part they love homosexual overtones. Takarazuka review has existed for over 100 years because they love tall handsome women flirting with pretty girls.

>>8044031
Better example.

>>8039645
successful bait

>>8044031
Japan fetishes homosexuals way more than America but yeah, the hate is still there

Do IW socks fit the same generally from style to style? I have large calves so I stayed away, but I recently got some OTKs as a gift that actually fit. Not sure if fluke or if I can expect to buy from them more often.

>>8044074
Fellow big calves checking in. I only use OTKs if they have no pattern or one where the design stretching isn't distracting. I still will wear nude tights under them because uggo legs.

>>8042805
I'd like to hear about the length to the waist line from you too then!

So dug up an old cosplay that in hindsight was pretty poorly made. However the velvet I used was pretty nice so I would like to try and harvest it for a skirt. Looking for inspiration for skirt that use skinny panels like this because that's the only type of pieces I'd be able to get out of it.

>>8044163

There aren't really that many of them

>>8044186

>>8044188

Oh yeah this one >>8044186 and >>8044188 both have back bustles

>>8044189

This one if your panels are wide enough and you can paint/embroider them

That's all I got.

>>8043840
Regimental lesbians! I love it

>>8044163
What about a nice bodice, like the Excentrique or VM ones?

>>8038013
Innocent world also did one!

Living in japan for couple more months and I'm thinking about starting public SS, with about 10% fee. Wonder how much demand there is?

>>8044328
If you're not crazy and live in Tokyo, a lot.

>>8044375
Live in tokyo, not crazy but generally bored.
I've only done it for friends so dont know where to "advertise".

LSE has officially banned replica prints.
Let the butt hurt poorfag commenting begin!

>>8044486
>anyone getting butthurt over this
Even if they wanted to sell or buy a replica, they could still do it on lacemarket under the design replica category. Are these people either so lazy/ignorant that they can't make a simple account on an ebay-tier website?

>>8044379
Look at similar SS to get a feel for the competition: rates, what they do, terms of service, problems they've had.
Decide what you're comfortable doing (in-store only? Auctions? Online shopping? Crazy reserves? Hunting down dream dresses at Closet Child?)
Set up a FB page & webpage with your info
Get pals to provide feedback on service you've already provided

If your fees are reasonable and your service is good, you won't need to advertise a ton. Word of mouth is likely your best bet for slowly building up your business to a level you can handle and will help make sure you're reaching customers who are reliable and sane - you can advertise on egl-sales-lj or some of the FB sales comms, but you're likely to net a lot of flakes that way. Be careful not to get overloaded with orders right out of the gate: it won't be fun and you'll risk getting a reputation for being unreliable as you struggle to keep up, which seems to be what really hurts a lot of SSs when they first start up.

>>8044486
CACKLING

>>8044492
Uh, no? Lacemarket hasn't allowed print replicas in ages. Doesn't stop retards from posting them, but those listings usually get reported and shot down in a matter of hours.
I really doubt all these special snowflakes are buying DESIGN replicas, i.e. sketchy-ebay-shop MM knockoffs.

>>8044328
>>8044379

If you just want to get the word out, you can easily make a post on egl_comm_sales. The tag for shopping service is !ss and the you should start your post title with SS. Then just write your location and other details about where you're willing to shop, what you're willing to do, what kind of time frame you're ok to respond to, conditions about payment, how much is non refundable, shipping terms, right to refuse customers, that kind of thing.

About feedback, you don't need to actually have positive feedback to post on egl_comm_sales, you just need a feedback page, even a blank one. Although of course, a blank page means less girls will trust you. You can link to other places where you have feedback if you think it will help.

>>8044379
My friend did this. They set up a tumblr page.

>>8044486
Thank god.

>>8044500
>Uh, no? Lacemarket hasn't allowed print replicas in ages. Doesn't stop retards from posting them, but those listings usually get reported and shot down in a matter of hours.
http://www.lacemarket.us/?search-class=PPT_S-ppt_s&cs-all-0=&cs--1=&cs-price_current-2=10000&cs-price_current-3=&cs-all-4=replica-design-replica&cs-Key_0-5=&cs-shoesize-6=&cs-sizingnotes-7=&cs-price_bin-8=&cs-itemregion-9=&cs-bid_status-10=

>>8044486

There are specific replica sales comms for a reason, if they want to get rid of their things they can do so there. I don't see the problem with LSE banning print replica's but maybe it's because I don't own any myself lol.

>>8044492

Actually, that only applies to design replicas and not print replicas. LM bans print replicas as well.

>>8043204
Thank you kind anon!

>>8044529
reading comprehension much

print replicas =/= design replicas, you fucking waste of space

>>8043244
I've only reserved once, and it was for my dreamdress being re-released (Lotta). I always buy secondhand and I'm always very lucky with good deals
>Baby's Princess Sleeve Chiffon Blouse for $40 in perfect condition from Yahoo, another one without the sleeves for $20
>Baby's fawn cape for less than $80 from yahoo, sweet fawn coat for like $50
>AP Choco blouse in size L for $40 from Mbok
>Several floral JSK's from baby and IW for less than $60
>etc

>>8043853
If you plan on using Chibi Tenshi (highly recommend) you can use her Auction Shopping Service Estimate Calculator -> http://tenshishop.com/services/auction-shopping/

>>8044486
glad I got my replica phase out of the way

sucks if you have replicas you want to sell down the road, it was a bitch getting rid of my twinkle journey a year ago

>>8044486
noice

>>8043879
Actually there are. Mbok charges a convenience store payment fee

>>8044024
http://egl.livejournal.com/10611002.html
http://frozen-yjapan.livejournal.com/567.html

>>8044561
If you went to the link and looked you'd realize at least three print replicas have sold recently you smug autistic shit. Ugh.

>>8038931 here!
I got my invoice last night with the 15% off discount from the first winter sale! Yay!

>>8044588

Not the person that you are replying to but LM *has* banned print replicas but they are also understaffed in the moderating department.
So I guess a few slipped through and got sold before they could be removed.

>>8044595
Congrats!
>tfw the items I ordered from IW a few days ago are now marked as "few left"
H-hang in there, guys.

>>8044597
I'm not arguing if it's allowed, the point I was getting is that, yes, sometimes people can get lucky and sell them on there.

>>8044600
awww man me too anon! Let's pray together. i ordered yesterday dammit

>>8044600
Anon from >>8042399 here! My necklace is also marked as "FEW LEFT" and it's the item I wanted the most. I'm going to be so sad if I don't get it. I should have woken up earlier that day. SOBBING.

>>8044584
Oh? I've never noticed.

>>8043244
I paid a bit more than retail for the Mercator Special Set.
Does anyone have any predictions on this? I thought because it was an alternate colourway that I wouldn't get the chance to buy it anyway so I just coughed up, and I've seen the buy it now price as high as 40,000 online since.
That said, if it sells at less than the retail price in the next couple of years, I'll feel foolish.

>>8044597
I've seen a lot of print replicas pop up on LM

did Alice ever actually transfer ownership of the site or move it to a new server? I know there were people who wanted to make it better but it appears she was just blowing it out her ass. At the very least it needs some help from more mods

>rules what rules
>site down every other day

>>8044639

Yes, someone did take it over. But nothing changed, that's the problem.

>>8044641
To who? the site's vague about it, I didn't even realize ownership switched bc it's still so shit

>>8044600
My order went through 18min after the sale started and the bolero I wanted is already sold out and I didn't get a confirmation/invoice yet.

And I think they don't answer the mails in order they came in because a few girls in my comm ordered later and already got invoiced. It's quite frustrating.

>>8044486
>tfw finally pawned off the last of my "mistake period" replica dresses off on newbies last year

Fuck'em

>>8044700

>tfw never bought any replicas period, even when the yen was garbage and I couldn't afford brand.

Eventually, I just got a better job and bought stuff during sales, and started saving for new releases. Now the yen is tanking and I'm scooping up things left and right.

My first dress was during an IW sale when the conversion rate was still iffy, so I only got it slightly below retail, but what a gorgeous dress it was. I can't stand people who whine about "needing" replicas because they don't have the money. Save up, compromise with taobao/bodyline, or get the fuck out of the hobby.

ESPECIALLY with the yen being so low right now, Mbok and Yahoo Auctions are on fire, you can easily get some brand for no more than $100.

>>8044678
I'll be so mad if they do it most recent first. I ordered a set but the OTKs are sold out, really hope I got everything

http://rinrindoll.com/angelic-pretty-tea-party-on-tv/

So there's going to be a broadcast featuring the recent AP Fashion Show. No clue if it will be online yet at the moment, Japan anons hook us up please with recording,pictures,etc.

>>8044700
Oh that was my exact thought, glad I'm not the only one

>>8044727
Good for you! I just scored a bunch of stuff on mbok too, love that yen is down

I want to buy yen now for when I go to Japan in the summer since it's so low, but it's like...only cheap online, I tried getting it in person recently but it was still pretty pricey.

Any ideas?

>>8044496
>>8044504
>>8044506

Thanks all! I'll look into it, might stay with FB as only platform though

>>8044763
> broadcasting at 7am on a Saturday

HAHA nope! I don't even have that channel I think?

I paid for an order from IW on Dec 24, but they haven't sent me a shipping email yet. Should I be worried?

>>8045524
A ton of us are in the same boat. I ordered on the 17th and haven't been invoiced.

>>8044763
Not sure this was the thing tho...

I see some people have gotten their nameless poem op's...are people getting them from their SS's at this point or has istamori usa (the storenvy) begun shipping them out? i got a confirmation email from them but haven't gotten a shipping notification yet. should i be expecting one soon?

>>8045611

Anyone have the link to the list of all the comms?

Looking for deets on this coat. I'm really worried that it's going to be unforgiving in the shoulders. Anyone have it?

I saw a jsk awhile back that was grey and had viking runes on it. Anyone know what it is called?

>>8045754
Ragnarok, Story of the Final Stage by Baby.

>>8045761
Correction, it's AATP.

>>8045613
I got mine from my SS

>>8045761
>>8045763

I'm pretty sure anon is actually talking about the Sleipnir JSK. Pic related.

>>8045858
In that case it's still available at Lolita Butiken (the girl who have made it)

http://lolitabutiken.se/index.php/klader/klanningar/armlosa/ergi-by-piratessan-sleipnir-jsk.html

Does anyone know how to opt out of Storenvy marketplace?

I just saw the notice on my dashboard and hell I ain't giving away 10% of my sale, being a tiny little shop. They say you can opt out but didn't say how, I've searched and looked around everywhere and found nothing

(btw this affects everyone who has a marketplace store, if you have larger orders and wasn't aweare definitely look into this)

that beautiful I.T crowd reference in the new secrets

>>8042701
Sorry I didn't reply to this sooner. Thanks for the advice.

I never mentioned that I'm a really, really thin guy. I'm guessing that can really only be a good thing in this situation?

Need some advice on a Lacemarket transaction. I bought a small accessory from a girl on January 1st. She immediately sent me the invoice through Paypal, and I paid right that day. Since then, I haven't received anything from her. No tracking number, no messages, and certainly no item. She hasn't responded to any of my PMs. My question is, if she continues to ignore my messages, how long is it permissible to wait before I let her know I'm opening a Paypal dispute? I don't want to be a bitch and open one up too early, especially if it turns out she has an excuse...

>>8046306
Send a message saying that if she continues to blank you you are going to open a dispute in 5 days. It usually works well.

>One of my IW sale items sold out today
IW pls
I ordered on the day of the sale, maybe I'll be okay.

I've been looking all over for some black x gold leg wear and I can't seem to find much. Where do you guys go for your leg wear? I'm also 5'7" and afraid what little I do find won't even fit me.

>>8046302
It's very good! It'll be much easier for you to pass than if you were more heavy set.

>>8046306
I would do what >>8046388 said and let her know you'll be opening a dispute soon. And then, either way, honestly, I would rather open a dispute but then have to cancel it than wait too long and lose my money. Even if the girl has a legitimate excuse, I feel like she should be understanding to you being worried/paranoid if she isn't responding to any messages for 10 days straight.

>>8045796
I see. So then is there any news at all from istamori usa orrrrr (I know the latest ship date they gave was like mid january so like I'm expecting them to send an email soon)
I'm just antsy and impatient and want my dress haha

>>8046042
Don't sign up for stripe. If you already did then login to stripe and reject storenvy in the Alps.

>>8046676
Ooooh! Sneaky. Thank you anon!

>>8044210
can't find this online, where is it??