/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

>>8122551
Tried to keep it on the sweeter side for you - it probably needs a bit more gold to balance the shoes out though.

>>8122792
Looking for better legwear and accessory suggestions. Also, thoughts on blouse? Part of me thinks it works, part of me thinks it's too dark of a brown. Thanks!

>>8122168
I think the print is a bit of a clusterfuck, but I tried to pick out the pearls, 'royal' feeling and cats from it...

>>8122870
I think the blouse is too dark as well. Specific fairytale accessories would be cute - there's no shortage of red-riding hood themed stuff on etsy, or wolves if you want to go that way. In terms of legwear, I have seen some red riding hood tights on aliexpress if you want to go super themed.

Alright anons, is there any hope for this jacket and the ott circus coordinate that I have always dreamed of? Just threw it on over the top of another coordinate, so I'm willing to change all of the accessories.

>>8122920
wear red shoes with it
personally I think the jacket needs some gold trim or something to tie it into the dress more.

Help me spice this up pls

>>8122920
Looks cute however it doesn't look OOT but as casual as something circus can look.

>>8122930
Add a burning stake for extra spice

>>8122831
Oh thank you! This is lovely!

Do you have any other blouse recommendations? Mainly ivory/cream ones that will go with this collar?

>>8122992
topkek

Would using ivory as a base help tone down this jsk or is it totally not working? Concrit is super welcome!

I'm super iffy on the blouse right now (it would be worn without the necktie) and I haven't obtained the matching headbow yet. Long way before this coord is complete, but didn't want to get too deep into planning only to realize it's dreadful.

>>8123355
forgot to mention, outerwear and alternative headwear suggestions super welcome.

>>8122920
Yes, definitely , but I agree that more gold would be nice (and take it more OTT)
Rather than adding gold trim, a large circus themed brooch is probably easier.

>>8122930
I am not sure what's going on here, but would get rid of the cape in favour of a shorter capelet, get buckle up witch boots, and definitely go for different tights.

>>8123265
High collars will be good, nothing with too many ruffles/details.

>>8123355
Doesn't really look that toned down, but ivory is the right colour to be going with. I would wear an ivory cutsew, brown bolero, ivory tights and brown boots. Chocolate hairclips like >>8122831 will be much more discreet than the matching headbow

>>8123428
thanks for the feedback! CC has a really rich brown that's a bit hard to match (for me anyways), do you have any suggestions for brown boleros that might work?

Hello anons! I'm waiting for "Le portrait de Marie" JSK in blue. I want a blouse with similar cuts to pic related, but I'm not sure about the quality of these.
I don't want the coord to be all blue and white so I'm throwing in some light pink. Anyone who has any recommendation on some white and slightly pink tights/otk?

>>8123497
If you really want to tone it down, I'd wear a parka with it. AP has a couple of chocolate themed parkas and the brown matches the CC brown.

>>8122930
Source on cloak?

>>8123428
The tights would look fine, anon. I agree about the cape though.

>>8123509
I would go with the dear Celine blouse. I have the magic tea party over and it's not great but not awful. The material is just a bit weird and the sleeves are at an awkward length

>>8123815
I feel like this photo proves my point, but it's probably a matter of taste. To my eye they look like someone was trying to shoehorn a jester theme in, I would've ditched the hair bow and pimp cane as well. Brand doesn't always get it right.

>>8123497
Depending on the look you're going for, you could consider getting a knit or crochet bolero off etsy - most sellers should be able to send you a sample of the wool used to check that it matches. I am thinking of a very otome/emikyu sort of an outfit in my head though, which may be nothing like what you have in mind.

>>8123509
The Dear Celine blouse is much nicer, and I have never had any issues with the quality from them. I think if you want more pink that you need to have some on the top half - a pink/blue floral hairpiece, for example, rather than concentrating it all at the bottom with the shoes, or having a pink fan. I would say off-white tights but not the lace ones that look like cheap raschel, something with slightly more heaviness to it. If you're insistent on having some pink in the tights, a muted pink-on-white floral would be okay.

Anyone know how i can co-ordinate this without a blouse?

>>8125186

Is there any reason cardigans and boleros don't work on that dress?

>>8125227
look at the straps, retard

>>8125186
Because of the neckline, I would say either a bulky jacket (e.g. faux fur) or shrug, or cape would be best over this. I can definitely see it in a cute hime outfit.

>>8122930
Would recommend losing cloak for a small capelet, the blouse is good but a longer princess sleeved blouse would be better(is this 3/4 sleeved?). Would also advise of different legwear and would recommend ankle or knee high pointed toe boots.

>>8123265
This outfit might help?

Bumping with some coords from the AP blog...

>>8125383
Oh snap. Anyone know where I can get shoes like hers?

>>8125383
annmarie is one of the most underrated lolitas out there. her outfits are stunning and i wish she really had more of an online presence

>>8124749
I agree. Personally, I really dislike harlequin patterned socks and tights and would avoid them at all costs, but that's just me

>>8126821
I think it's ok for stuff like Joker's cards party, Starry night theatre and things that have that sort of theme, but yeah, not generic Halloween spooky stuff. There's at least 2 of us.

>>8126764
Those exact ones are ank rouge

>>8126842
Bless you, anon. Sadly they aren't on the website anymore, but I totally forgot about Ank Rouge until now, so that's a plus.

I just got this today.. It is so beautiful I want to do a very classic coord with it but I have no idea where to start. Yellow is an under used color in lolita which makes this an interesting challenge. Any suggestions gulls?

>>8127372
Hnng, that's gorgeous. Is the photo true to colour (is it quite mustard?) or is it more of a dark gold?
My preference would be to pair it with brown or a muted violet shade, possibly using beige or ivory for a third colour.

>>8127372
Do you have any dark green things?

Kind of coord help I guess, since I'm having trouble finding nice tights. Can someone please tell me the name/where to get the tights the girl is wearing here?

>>8127372
>>8127379
Personally, I like the idea of pairing it with a rich brown colour.

>>8127372
deep teal bolero, cream or ivory leg wear of some kind, deep teal shoes?

the color i'm imagining is dark but closer to blue-green than forest green

>>8127379
>>8127379
the top is definitely a dark gold while the skirt and waist fabric I would describe as mustard

>>8127379
A shot of the whole dress. I snatched it up on a second hand site for little to nothing.
>>8127394
Only other IW dresses sadly nothing that I could coord with this
>>8127405
I was thinking of looking for delicate brown lace tights. This is very nice anon
>>8127409
I have some beautiful Aatp navy shoes that for some reason are calling for me... although that could easily become a disaster ha

>>8127421
>>8127423
Oh my god. Name of the dress, anon? This is gorgeous.

>>8127439
IW Pomona JSK (I have the short in yellow)
http://lolibrary.org/node/782

I've been looking for this dress for about a year anon, good luck it is worth it.

I've had 'that infamous dress' sitting in my closet for ages. I was looking at it again and honestly, the quality is nice, decent construction and pretty lace so thought I could take a shot at an old school type coord with it. What do anons think of something along the lines of pic related? - Does it still make you think 'ita'?

>>8127507
now, I may be the only person who thinks this,
but a pair of chunky old school maryjanes or rocking horse shoes would better suit this.

>>8127507
>>8127513
No, I cant help but agree. When I think old school, I always think chunky shoes. Also, I feel like the bow on lacemarket would match better than all the head options you have. http://www.lacemarket.us/ap-ladder-lace-headbow-in-black-x-white/

>>8127513
I think you could be right, I guess I'm possibly treading a bit cautiously. I think something like the right image could be good but I actually own the chunky monstrosity on the left and have been 'going to color them to all black' for about six years now (I feel like it's the only way I would wear them again).

>>8127569
I actually looked at that! I was really debating the blackxwhite head bow option as I wasn't sure if I was venturing into the wrong side of old school, but having added it to the collage, I do really like how it looks. I am getting on a bit age wise though, so I am still slightly more drawn to the round headdress - it still seems like a nice match to me unless I'm way off the mark?

Thanks for your input anon, a different perspective can be really helpful.

A slightly unusual request. This is a dress I'm currently stitching up. I'm just starting out sewing classic stuff and I have trouble choosing embellishments. Please tell me what this dress needs to feel more "finished." I have some cream ribbon that matches the bustle, and plenty of fabric for bows. I'd like to stay away from lace as it gets expensive because you need so much of it.

>>8127610
Heyy that's not half bad. I'm really not sure about that cream ribbon running along the front, it feels a little garish. I feel like the ruffle is a little top heavy too, generally it seems like ruffles are 1/3rd at the top and 2/3 on the bottom.
-I would say a bow in the same red color on the middle top or bottom of the bodice.
-Or you can do a bow on the bottom on each strap
-Or you could try to find a matching satin ribbon in red but it'd have to be dead on.
-You could go with waist ties but make it go completely around the bodice like a belt, maybe like an inch thick.
-You could attach an outer ruffle to the straps.

I donno, look around and research what you like.

>>8127400
the tights are 4-5000 yen

Could I get some suggestions for wigs and shoes for this? Brand or off brand, since I have a taobao order open. I mostly do sweet/classic so I don't have a lot in terms of classic footwear. Something OTT-worthy would be nice.

>>8127601
I feel like the only wrong side of old school is no petti and striped tights. Actually looking at the headdress its really cute, and might work with the dress; but it just feels so modern.~

>>8127657
I can't really tell, what color is the trim?

I think gold? I won't be getting it for a couple of weeks so I don't know for sure.

>>8127423
Navy and mustard are perfect together, go for it. I think navy and dark teal tones sound nice.

>>8127790
Thanks anon I will come back for help after I find some accessories

>>8127513
>>8127601
I agree, and also think lace topped socks. No to the gloves.

>>8127657
Definitely something long and curly for the wig, as for shoes...for OTT I'm currently in love with the Rococo/Marie Antoinette styled lace and embellishment ones that you can find all over etsy or the bridal section of irregular choice

>>8126769
This. shes my fucking idol. She is so god damn on point every time I see her.

>OVERDRIVE
I get nervous when she talks to me. I actually want her to like me. I just want her to think I'm not complete garbage. Shes so perfect. shes been with her boyfriend for so long, and they have grown up so much together... its adorable seeing how cute they are together. Through shitty cosplays in the past and her starting lolita..and shes grown and gotten so much better. She just graduated with some STEM degree because guess what, SHES ALSO SMART. Shes just... everything I want to be.......

>>8127610
-you need to either press the bottom ruffle or tack it up
-put a bow in the red on the top of the bustle rather than waist ties
-bows on the bottom on the straps, with the cream ribbon in the middle (place where the eyelet lace is in >>8127569)
-consider a small (like 1" wide) red ruffle on the edge of the "overskirt" area so it doesn't just cut off.

>>8127943
>STEM degree = smart
when will this meme end

>>8127720
Naaw dawg, round headdresses have been around since lolita fashion has been a thing, they just never gained the same popularity as the rectangular type back in the day.

>>8127400
I think they are made by that independent Japanese lolita. Her brand is called merry go round. She always has issues with the side seams looking bad though so watch for that.

>>8128138
>something people believe = meme
When will you end posting?

>>8127601
I agree with >>8127513.
The shoes look way too elegant for the oldschool look. When I think oldschool I think punk doll.

>>8125383
How can I follow her? Blog?

>>8127610

I'm so sick of looking at this dress. please ignore normal tights/shirt I'm wearing work clothes underneath.

>>8128536

I just bought what I thought was a navy JSK, but it turned out to be more of a royal blue. I have red hair right now, and I was playing with the idea of a red and blue co-ord with white details. Would this work?

The only trouble is that the dress has some gold details on. Would this throw the whole look off, or could I match it with some subtle gold jewellery?

>>8128585

Red white and blue is going to look 'murica themed most likely. If you're cool with that, awesome! go with that. 3 colors (unless it's a print) is really kind of the outside number of colors you'd want to do for one coord. 4 might be too much.

Any cool ideas for Claudia the Fairytale Princess? I usually see the same idea of red shoes, white socks, red hair accessory with it, which always looks nice, but I'd like to see some other ideas!

This is my first dress and I'm having a hard time coordinating it with anything because of the maroon details. I'm finding a ton of reds but nothing that really matches dat maroon. Help I don't want to be an ita.

>>8123509
I have that blouse, it'd work really well in this outfit I think. Bear in mind though that the neckline ribbon is a slightly lighter shade than the rest.

>>8128594
Yeah, that was my other worry. I was thinking I could keep the white to a minimum though - just the blouse, maybe the socks.

>>8128622
Warm browns, maybe? The trouble is that the maroon has a very reddish tint anyway.

A chocolate/pastel kind of vibe might just work.

>>8128644
I could go for that! I was thinking of throwing some brown in there such as a bolero.. and maybe just little hints of maroon like wrist cuffs and other small accessories?

>>8128536
The bodice looks a bit rough, what's going on there? The seams kinda look puckered and the fit looks well off. I'd do bows at the bottom of the straps to hide how it's all pulling weirdly, or interface it to try and get it to sit more smoothly.

>>8128543
This is so pretty!

>>8128536
>>8128543
Looks like you're wearing it backwards. The white on the skirt with the bow would be nicer at the front.

>>8128597
navy shoes, floral red x white socks.

>>8128536
What is that weird lump at the right side of your waist? Why are the pintucks so uneven?

>>8128636
You mean the Dear Celine Blouse?

>>8128944
Thanks those are good ideas. It's definitely not sitting quite right, but I can't figure out why. I think it's a combination of how heavy the dress is and some issues with the distribution of the gathers at the waist. I think I need to take it apart and redistribute the gathering and like you said do something about the weight of the dress pulling on the straps, but I'm so sick of this dress and I'm only going to wear it once so... Idk.

>>8129118
Honestly with all the puckering and bagging in the bodice it looks like the fit is totally off and the tension on your machine was wrong when you sewed it, or the fabric is too lightweight to support the weight of the skirt. Weird distribution of the gathers shouldn't influence it too much unless you caught a big chunk of the skirt up accidentally. I would just interface it to smooth things out and have done with it, especially if you're only going to wear it once.

>>8129058
Yeah. Sorry, I had a brainfart and didn't make that clear.

>>8128597
same colours but hopefully a different take?

>>8128622
why not match the peachy pink and go pink x white?

>>8128622

Just got my very first lolita piece in the mail yesterday, pic related. I'm wearing it to a semi formal occasion in a few months and was wondering if any of y'all had any ideas for coords. I'm looking for something more in the otome/casual style.

>>8129707
You did not go easy on yourself picking a first piece...

>>8129716
Go hard or go home is my motto.

>>8129707

Help?
I've never really coordinated a gothic piece before.
Unsure about the headpiece.
I wanted like a rectangle headdress but couldn't find a nice one.
pref taobao?

>>8129814
Thank you so much! This is pretty damned cute!

>>8127571
Oh my god, I used to own those too! Back in high school, I was soooo proud of my first real lolita shoes! Ahh those were the days.

>>8129815
This is my suggestion, in terms of feedback on what you had I think the mu-fish tights with red crosses are *too* red, not burgundy enough. Finding a good rectangle headdress to match the maroon is difficult, I'd consider plain black if you're set on black shoes but you'll have to figure out what you're doing with the tights, imo the maroon mu-fish ones with the black crosses might be okay.

>>8129957
I was going to do black shoes for versatility purposes since I was going to buy them for another coord anyway.
I really like that headpiece though it seems like foxcherry has no items right now? I found a headdress similar to that one though
And you're right about the black tights, matching the red is a bit hard.
Could I have a link to that jewelry?

And thanks for the help friend

>>8129998
Foxcherry is closed for Chinese New Year, the jewellery all came from searching 'silver + garnet cross/rosary' on etsy - bracelet is Full of Grace rosary, earrings HFE jewellery, and necklace I can't find again for some reason.

Hey seagulls I'd like some feedback on my first ~casual~ coord with my new salopette.
Was going for a cutesy but simple look, definitely going to dress it up more soon once I get the chance! My blouse looks crap but it's a bad photo, the puff sleeves looked nice IRL i swear

>>8130042
Those stockings are really fetish-y and kind of droopy and those shoes are just no.
Can you make the straps longer?
It doesn't fit you very well.
Try some white polkadot tights and some peachy pink heels.
The salopette is really short so I would just take it a more gyaru route than anything...
Also your hair looks like a 10yo styled it.
>>8130029
>Foxcherry is closed for Chinese New Year
oooh okay gotcha, thank you so much the rosaries were very pretty.

>>8130042
pls be troll

>>8130042
Everything about this is awful.

>>8130042
erh, hate to break it to you but the coord really isnt looking good at all... are those hello kitty socks? yeah those need to go. you need a necklace, diff shoes, the long socks look pretty bad too. id go with plain white tights. this will be easier in a list.
>lose both socks
>lose shoes
>cant see hair acc up close but those arent looking good either
>bracelets, necklace, maybe a belt
>i know the coord is "casual" but id consider a wig
i dont wanna be mean but the salo itself looks kinda, /unsaveable/. it might have a chance though...
imo, just scrap it all and start over.

>>8130050
The straps aren't adjustable, but the dress was a little bunched up when i took the photo, it's longer on me than a salopette should be as I am just under 5ft. Also it's about 1-2 inches bigger in the waist than I am, thank god for waist ties. I like the gyaru idea a lot, that's definitely the route i was thinking of taking it, I just wanted to do a cute, fun sweet oufit with it but I know it's not lolita. Pic related is the blouse I was going to wear it with next time, I think it would suit gal well.

>>8130062
also forgot to mention, the blouse looks choppy too. i know you said its better irl but, is it really? it dosent seem like it, i think you should get a new one. ya know your coord dosent look like lolita at all if it was suppose to be. to be 100% honest, theres really nothing good about this. im sorry buddy.

>>8130073
Yeah... the more I look at it the uglier the salo gets, maybe iron it and straighten it out. I think you tightened the waist ties too tight and you look like and inverted triangle.
Tbh it just gets worse the more I look at the outfit.
That blouse doesn't really match.
Maybe put a cute cream/white (idk what color the dots are) cardigan over it.

>>8130075
You had some points, i should have just worn white OTKs, but i never said it was lolita and it was wasn't intended to be, it's a salopette and if you don't know what that means then you don't know enough to give advice.

>>8130086
geez, what? im trying to help you, whats with the snappyness? you never said it was or wasnt lolita thats why i said
>dosent look like lolita at all if it was suppose to be
notice the "if it was suppose to be". the whole are salopettes lolita is debateable. i think youre coord is really messy and most of this thread agrees. you need to start over or just get rid of the salo. if you think you can get away with something this lazy just because your wearing a salo, you are delusional.

>>8130082
Thanks for the suggestions, I think cream blouse/tights would look lovely with it. I actually really love the salo, BTSSB is my favourite brand and I thought it was a super cute but casual piece I could wear often. Trying to figure more ways to wear it, I'm feeling oversized embroided jumpers and berets! Super disappointed that it turned out too big for me, how is that even possible?

>>8130103
Um there's literally one other person giving advice on how to wear it instead of just trashing me, I threw that oufit together on my first attempt like i said for a casual outfit, and i came here looking for suggestions, not a salty seagull fiending for some bait

>>8130124
i DID suggest. i suggest you scrap it and start over! i will give you something more descriptive though.
i think you should wear white tights with muted pink shoes. i think bringing another color in should help. maybe brown? id say a cardigan or bolero. brown booties would be a bit cute too. brown wig to bring it together. pink polka dot bow. long white socks with lace toppers would work ok too i think.
your coord looks bad now bcs you have, like no direction.
>bait
what? believe it or not, i was actually trying to help you. how was i baiting...?

>>8130124
>>8130042
She's just trying to help you look better since your outfit looks like shit right now, mate. Try not wearing trashy hooker stockings and wear something that fits you. Right now you look like ageplay bait.

>>8129998
I think all those headdresses are too lacy/ fancy for the dress. I think a simple black rectangle headdress would be better with black shoes. Not chiffon. Old-school style. Bodyline's are actually okay I've heard, but I'm sure you can find some on taobao. Well, the rose rectangle one MIGHT be okay if you wear more jewelery but I'd be weary of the burgundy matching.

>>8130073
That blouse is so cute, can I ask where you got it?

>>8130251
I can see what you mean, I'll keep looking around.
I might grab the BL one just because im ordering shoes from there anyway.

>>8130251
wary* oops

This is amazing. I wish garbage prints were a thing now.

>>8129957
>>8129998
Those stockings are awful. Textured stockings or lace-topped OTKs would be better.

>>8129815
You don't actually have this dress ordered yet, right? Their taobao only has the black version right now.
I'd wear a beret. You could probably even find a cross embroided one in burgundy.

>>8130578
I'm pre-ordering it, they have the pre-oders for the grey and burgundy up.
>>8130561
b-better?
I'm getting some lace topped OTK's anyway, just need to find some good quality ones.

>>8131265
Where are the drawn cross otks from?
I'm kind of feeling the mu fish tights despite the nun hooker vibe.

I want to get this colorway too and find it really hard to come up with something that's not tacky and doesn't introduce new colors besides black. This dress really doesn't ask for any of the underskirts, loud tights and elaborate headdresses people sometimes wear with it.
I've been thinking of something along your lines with a white rosary and no cross patterns at all on the beret and tights.

>>8131295
They're from mu-fish they have them on pre-order
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.1-c.w4004-9479664003.10.RJQyJy&id=43707138705
I was thinking of going mostly white with this I can't find a good white headpiece. So idk what to do.

I've been trying to inject some blue into coords using the spoons jsk in pic related but my budget is currently tiny. I found the 60s style jacket going for peanuts on ebay and the little fascinator type hat is also super cheap at bodyline but...is it working? I think it works but then I'm not exactly confident about it, it's kinda unusual (but not necessarily in a quirky kinda way) for an otome look so I guess I'm still hesitant.

>>8131306
I was thinking of also buying the Antique Beast cat headdress in white when I buy the black one. Might get some wear out of it. But it's not like their shop will ever be open any time soon.

>>8131403
That's very cute too awww.
Plus it would be versatile.

I need some help, anons. This dress is really busy and I don't really know how to coord it. I was thinking a plain yellow headbow to pick up the yellow in the butterflies? I have a blouse that I can wear, so that's all taken care of. Red shoes? What kinds of socks? I've been searching for a plain yellow headbow but I can't find one, just printed ones. Any help would be appreciated.

>I promise it doesn't look as wonky in real life

>>8131529
>dress
uh that looks like a maternity shirt lmfao.

>>8131534
It's a dress, I promise. Handmade, but not by me. I'm not sure why it looks so strange on the hanger. I've worn it irl and it looked fine.

>>8130042
hmm replace the tights socks and shoes w/ just some plain white tights and more peachy shoes to match the dress? and idk about the hair.

>>8131324
For me it's not working because the chunks of blue are too dark and too heavy, I think in this case matching the blues is important since the dress is so light. I would actually be keeping an eye out for a blue polka-dot scarf in chiffon or a light fabric.

>>8131529
You can always just say fuck it, here be butterflies and go with the moving butterfly hairclips that were very popular when I was at primary school in the 90s, grimoire replica butterfly tights or the Calzedonia butterfly ones, and I like the idea of dark maroon shoes.

>>8131324
Sauce on shoes?

Unlike the other anon, I think the blues would work as long as they actually match the blues on print. But, I'm not a fan of the jacket style. The pocket flaps make it look tacky.

>>8131756
Does the fact that the blues will probably be a close match irl change things? The blue in the stock photo used looks much lighter and brighter than it actually is, It's much more of a mid-dark royal blue in reality (also due to the material, it can resemble anything from electric blue to lighter navy depending on the lighting.)

>>8131784
I agree about the pockets, it's very authentic 60s looking but that in itself isn't really doing it any favors. I was actually wondering if I could remove the upper pockets and then replace the buttons for something cuter on the lower ones. That's what I'd like to do if there's potential here anyway.

>>8131791
I still think the materials seem too heavy for the dress if that makes sense? The blues matching means the fascinator might be a go, but not sold on the jacket...

>>8131756
Yeah, good idea anon. Thanks!

Trying something different with the library JSK because I'm sick of my off white blouse/off white knit tights/tan shoes/book jewellery combo and seeing if I can justify buying new boots and the tights...

>>8131808
Yeah, I do kinda agree, I was worried about it looking too chunky/heavy but thought it might just work as a contrast. I think the jacket might be a bust, esp as anons have kinda echoed my doubts. What I'd really like is a round neck cardigan or bolero in the same blue for under $35 but I've been looking around for weeks and found nothing appropriate, not even on aliexpress (taobao is a ballache when you have custom fee issues, plus ordering one or two items only seems like a wasted venture).

>>8131856
What about this? It might be better with a brooch or little embellishment, and I'm on phone now so have no idea whether it'll match...
http://m.newlook.com/shop/womens/knitwear/blue-basic-crew-neck-cardigan_323910940

>>8131808
I forgot to mention that I'd be wearing a cream blouse as well, the jacket would be more for going outdoors and staying warm, but then I wonder, when the jacket comes off, would the blue of the hat look lost? I could add a blue bow to the necklace perhaps but I'm not sure if it would be enough to pull it together. I'm probably clutching at straws anyway, since signs do seem to be pointing towards 'drop the damn jacket'!

>>8131403
At least the good thing with Antique Beast is that they are very quick to ship things out.

>>8131877
Damn anon, you have skills! Thank you, yeah that would be a great match color-wise. I could pep it up with some cute buttons then perhaps add a subtle patch or bit of embroidery to it (I'm learning how to do basic stuff at the moment).

>>8131403
Hnnng antique beast. It's not as obviously cat ears as the fluffy ones, either

I absolutely love this print in this colorway, but I'm having trouble figuring out how to coordinate it. I'm thinking a blouse with princess sleeves, but what color? Legwear is an issue too, although I at least have some gold shoes.

So I just got the Haenuli Angel of Music OP in black (along with the bonnet and headdress) and I'm wondering how to coord it, specifically shoes. Should I just go with black pumps like pic related or should I get some gold teaparties?

Also, would a red shawl be alright with this? specifically this one http://www.fanplusfriend.com/bookish-beauty-classic-lolita-embroidery-warm-shawl-cape-cross-brooch/ (in red with gold embroidery)

>>8131403
Isn't that actually a bat headdress? I own it in black; it's really nice.

>>8134196
Its a cat bat. The description says its a cat headband with a bat twist.

>>8122792
I saved this from a while back and I kinda like where this was heading

Not feeling the shoes or socks though, so help?

>>8134235
>the bat in the cat in the hat

>>8134133
White or navy blue chiffon for the blouse, maybe white x gold or navy x gold legwear?

>>8134182
Imo teaparties are too sweet; if you like the crossed straps, get something similar with a heel.

>>8134441
Crazy galaxy tights time?

>>8134484
it's never crazy galaxy tights time

>>8134602
Given how much of a travesty the actual print is you may as well go tumblr black milk shit with it.

>>8131896
Do you know how regularly they open? Is it a once every x months deal?

>>8134602
it's never time for that skirt either, you should send it off into orbit.

>>8134602
>>8134484
There's black and white galaxy tights if you don't want to be too obnoxious.

>>8134616
I feel like sheer black tights and blue or purple shoes would go better.

>>8134484
>White or navy blue chiffon for the blouse, maybe white x gold or navy x gold legwear?

I suppose white could work. I was worried about it being too plain. However, navy won't work since there isn't any navy in the dress. The details are in a darker teal and a darker, smokey lavender.

Working on co-ording MM Perfume Bottles in Mint for an event in April. I have dress, blouse, bag, legwear, hair accessories and some jewellery already but still looking for shoes, maybe a bracelet and the right wig. I'd also like to maybe bring in some more pink since the waist bow is pink but I'm not sure how to do so other than with a bracelet?

For shoes, I was thinking chocolate brown oxfords or something similar (which are proving impossible to find). Based in Europe which doesn't help either. Bodyline's pair seem pretty good but are out of stock in my size.

The two bracelets are just examples, I was thinking roses to bring in more florals from the headress and maybe pink to link in with the waist bow. I also have a plain strand of pearls I could wear.

I have both hair accessories, leaning more towards the mint corsage as it's more interesting.

Thoughts, /cgl/?

>>8122878
Sorry for responding to an old post, but source on the shoes and earrings? They're lovely

help w/ making this coord less basic? this is my first lolita coord and i'll be wearing it to a con in april. i feel like it's lacking in hair accessories, but then again i already have a crown and the star thingy.
i'm also getting jewelry (rings, maybe bracelets) for it, if you guys have any cute ones that would match that would be sweet!
i'd also like to have a different scepter/staff than the one pictured (it's a generic one from ebay lol) but i can't find any gold ones! if you know where to get one let me know.
i'm gonna keep all of my accessories gold since there's already so much pink on the skirt. i'm also trying to not use purple accessories so that the print can stand out.
i think what i have so far is good, but it feels like it's missing something.
thank you!

>>8135355
*dress not skirt lol
also, does anyone know a simple/elegant makeup look that incorporates a little gold into it? thanks again!

>>8135026
Etsy! I'm on my phone now so don't have the links, I searched for rococo shoes and rose pearl earrings.

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>>8130073
This blouse is fantastic

>>8131831
Sauce on tights?

>>8134836
I'd add some pink in with the hair accessories instead of going for just ivory or ivory x mint

I like the brown handbag but I don't know if those shoes match the shade of brown in the purse. I might tend towards getting a slightly "dressier" feeling shoe for this coord

First foray into lolita - just wanted to post this first to make sure I'm not making any terrible life choices before I drop a couple hundred on it. I'll also have a brown beret which i'll decorate myself with a bow (and some pearls maybe??)
Suggestions? Please and thank.

>>8136550
Forgot to mention, tights will be in colour #7

>>8135355
i wonder who this could be.....

>>8136550
this coord looks cute and well thought out, may i suggest a different pair of tights or something, because i feel like the number 7 color tights pictured would look odd with the shoes you picked

>>8136597
wtf does that mean? i've never posted about this dress anywhere else so..
unless you're my sister. then hi.

>>8131831
I fucking love everything about this coord. I want to ask for sauce all across the board but don't even know where to begin.

>>8136698
>>8136452
Tights are Calzedonia and they only sell in their own stores - if you have a eurofag or UK friend to buy them for you, that's the easiest way to get them (or live close to a store)
Jewellery is ebay (necklace) and etsy (bracelets)
Blouse is on fururun
Shoes are the Vivianna boots by Hush Puppies
The bow and bag are generic things which I added as placeholders since I already own them, can't really help with source since I bought them both at night markets.

>>8134133
>>8134835
My bad, must be my monitor. All of the colours look quite difficult to get exact matches for, then, I'd already dismissed the blue and lavender as being really tricky - maybe the teal could work if you can find a blouse, and Teja Jamilla as well as Polonova do teal x gold. I wonder whether a beige chiffon shot with gold would work though, and then it would free you up to use beige in the tights. If you think white is too plain maybe go for a blouse that has a lot of lace or embellishments on the princess sleeve part.

>>8136550
You will somewhat resemble a tree if you get the tights in #7 colour, unless it's my monitor again - a bunch of tan-brown on the bottom and green on the top with a smattering of brown. If the beret is a different brown from the shoes/bag I probably wouldn't recommend it for this outfit because of the emphasis on colour matching and balance in lolita. I would suggest maybe #5 for the tights depending on how beige that surface spell top actually turns out to be.

>>8134836
I like this but agree with the other anon, if you want more pink the hair accessory is the obvious place to put it, then potentially the shoes (or even consider ivory shoes with pink shoe clips). Bitsweet has nice rose bracelets but I think isn't EU-based, perhaps bring in a pink bolero (depending on how far south you are..)
I have attached uncomfortable but pretty ivory shoes for your perusal.

>>8135355
I don't like the combination of star chain and crown, pick one or the other and then star clips (think Emmy Rossum as Christine in Phantom of the Opera). If you're new enough to makeup that you need a 'look' with gold in it, I suggest looking for a 'natural gold eye' rather than anything particularly dramatic.
If you're going with star themes, star charm jewellery in gold is easy to find on ebay

>>8136812
>>8136602
Thanks for the tip about the tights guys, I might see if I can find a similar print but on a more beige colour.

As for the beret, if I can't find a match for the shoes/bag would it worth going for a beige one too or would that be too much? Or even green?

>>8136857
I think beige would be nicer than green, or no beret and just a green bow.

>>8136466
Thanks for the suggestions! I do have to pink hair accessories which I've included in the picture but I feel that they're a bit too bright and maybe too sweet? for the coord. Interested to hear some others' thoughts though!

I've actually been second guessing the shoes recently so I'm pretty glad you said something about them! I've been really struggling to find something in a dark enough brown so I had kind of given up. Would a style similar to any of the ones pictured be good? The Naya Jada's are just something I've been craving for a while, haha

>>8136812
I never even thought about ivory shoes, I figured it there wouldn't be enough brown if I went that way. I like the idea! Assuming those boots are Irregular Choice?

>>8136930
Yup, they are. I'd honestly not bother with brown if you go with ivory shoes, make it mint , ivory and pink and the brown can stand as accents on the dress

>>8136812
These shoes would be perfect for >>8127657 if it weren't for the blue sole. Do you have recommendations for shoes with a similar style?

>>8137254
Oh okay. So then an ivory bag, perhaps?

Any suggestions for this dress? I got it a long time ago and was never able to make a good coord because my wardrobe is too colorful

>>8137267
Bridal stores, also funtasma have these

>>8137382
Dusky pink, navy, or maroon? Baby pink will also work.

>>8137466
Perfect, thank you anon!

Only my second coord. Opinions? Any additions or changes I should make?

I'm a beginner at lolita coords. The dress is a DoL Squirrel Rabbit JSK (made the bows detachable so I can use one as a headband).

This is what I got. I need opinons for expert eyes (I'm going for more classic/sweet.)

I bought a blouse at Walmart. Modded it with ruffles and got new shoes and made the shoe bow.

I'm wondering whether or not I should paint the pumps to a more muted brown color or leave it the way it is.

As well ad what accessories should I wear for the coord(s) (I have a pearl necklace I can wear, but that all I can think of without being covered in accessories

(The dress behind it is a lolita jsk and headdress set I made for a con. I don't know which one I should wear to the harajuku walk. )

>>8138700
Add more hair accessories.

>>8138907
it looks kinda ok, but your photo is really tiny and its hard to really see anything. could you upload another one?
>DoL Squirrel Rabbit JSK
dream of lolita? that brands infamous for making terrible replicas, anon! its really not suggested to buy from them, bad quality, art theft, and ripping off brands. if you need something cheap that looks okay with decent quality try bodyline or taobao.

>>8138700
black hairbow or bonnet. Something like AP's mercator antique bonnet might be cute, or a headbow with gold details.

The only crit I'd give is that the purse is quite sweet compared to everything else. It fits with the motif of the night sky though, so that makes it passable.

Overall, really cute second coord.

>>8138979
Thanks! I do have a Chocomint moon night hair clip in but it's hard to see in the picture. But I think that black hair accessories might pull it together better. I was thinking of taking the top bow off the JSK and adding it to a black beret, do you think that would work? If that doesn't work, I'll try a black bow with some gold accents.

>>8139010
i think a standard black headbow would suit you just fine, imo. looking good though for your second coord!

>>8138907

Please tell me you're joking.

>>8138963

I had to do the replica because of the custom option.

I'll upload another quality pic

>>8139020
It's my first dress, I can't drop $200-$300 brand that won't fit me

>>8139032

DoL was never my first option, it was my last resort dress because my original dress I bought would not make it in time for the con, so the seller turned it into store credit so I bought this + customs + shipping and an extra $12 back to my account

This is my first dress and coord so I'm not an expert at it (yes there will be a petticoat underneath it)

>>8139032
Here's what I did: I bought second hand from lacemarket. If it doesn't fit, resell it.

>>8137382
I hope you like butterflies.

>>8138700
I like that you took this in a sweet direction with the purse and shoes. It's really hard to see the gold clips against the blonde, though, so I would consider a navy bow with tiny star charms on it or a dark brown wig so the gold pops more.

>>8139049
Everything looks poor quality and tacky, anon. It would be better to sell that trashbag and start from scratch.

>>8139049
I'm going to try to help the best I can, so please don't get offended/defensive.
-The construction of the dress looks bad. It looks kind of wonky, and there is hardly any detailing, construction or otherwise. This is why you don't buy from shops like DoL and also one of many good reasons you don't buy replicas (along with art theft). For the amount of money you spent on that dress, you could have bought a really nice brand dress (though probably non-"print"), especially with how good the exchange rate is, assuming you're from the eurozone/britain/USA, which you would have been able to sell on later and make your money back.
-The blouse isn't working for me. It clearly looks like a minimally-modded work shirt; while this would have been passable in like the early-mid 2000s, there's really no excuse for it now.
-Same as above for the shoes.They're better than the blouse and could maybe work if the rest of the outfit was better, but right now they're just adding to the mess.
-If those are white tights by the shoes, I would not wear them. Opaque white tights are generally not flattering, and they're incredibly boring.

Honestly, this reminds me of my shitty first coord. I realize you're probably excited and want to dive right in, but you should really lurk more/spend more time looking at the fashion before jumping in if you're having problems like this. Also, you're better off saving up money and purchasing quality items than trying to complete your lolita outfit with items from walmart. The world isn't going to end anytime soon, and doing the latter only leads to embarrassment.

>>8139138
-continued-
I would agree with >>8139129 and scrap the whole thing if I were you, but if you're dead set on wearing this, here is how I would change it to make it look better.

-Swap blouse for either a proper lolita blouse or a cardigan/bolero (which might be easier to find locally/thrift and are also available for cheap on LM/Bodyline). If you go with a cardigan/bolero, red or brown would be good colour options.
-If you go with a blouse, try finding/making a belt/waist ribbon in either red or brown (matching it to the reds/browns in the print) to add some visual interest/detailing to the dress.
-Get different shoes. I think darker brown heels (preferable with a strap or ribbon of some sort) or more camel-coloured brogues would be cute. You could also go for red shoes. Right now the red bow you have on the shoes also seems to clash with the red in the dress, imo.
-For legwear, patterned lacy tights (the more cottony ones, not the trashy looking ones) are cheap, easy to find, and would look nice.
-Maybe try to find a simple strawberry necklace to match the print? I think that would be cute.
-You'll probably want a bag, but the colour of the bag will depend on what other changes you make (i.e. top colour, shoes, etc.).

I personally think this dress is perfect for country lolita and would probably style it that way if I owned it.

Had the skirt/ OTKs/ headbow gathering dust in my closet for a while because I feel like I don't look good in skirts but I think I'll give it a shot. Right now I'm thinking about replacing the OTKs with white lace tights. Also, shoe and jewelry suggestions?

>>8139161
Shoes - elegant, with a heel, white if you keep the OTKs and either mint, beige, or matching the skirt if you don't. I'd keep jewellery very simple - perhaps a globe necklace on a gold chain with a mint flower inside, and a ring.

>>8134133
Axes Femme might have a blouse to compliment the dress - their blues and purples look similar on my monitor. I've tried to match the tights + cutsew in this one since they are lighter but hopefully in the same tone family as the details.

>>8139165
Love the necklace, source?

>>8139161
What's the name of the skirt? It's stunning.

>>8139355
The skirt is AATP'S Last Note Faint Spring Song

I own everything in this coord/photo, and it looks pretty solid, but I'm looking for another main piece (JSK or SK) for this small collection. I really want to work blue into the coord, and I'd love suggestions on what I should be looking for. Does anyone have images of blue dresses with red accents or accessories that would work here?

>>8137382

>>8139659
Thank you!

Hi, absolute beginner here. I'm considering buying this dress, but since this is my first coord, I'm struggling a bit.
What sort of blouse would work with a collar like this? Or maybe a cardigan would be better?

I'd prefer a more classical look that incorporates some brown, but I'm open to suggestions.

>>8139942
Source on those gorgeous shoes?

>>8140123
http://www.neosens.com
I think they are out of stock, but there are similar shoes still available.

>>8139165
Thank you! That's some really wonderful inspiration. I actually have a globe necklace and ring that have lavender flowers inside that I was thinking would look good with this dress. I had also been playing with the idea of making a lariat to match the dress with crystal shards hanging from the ends of some of the chains. The gold shoes I have do have a short heel, but I like those boots more. Where are they from?

>>8139161

I like most of the coord, especially the flowers you have there, it looks very sweet and pretty. I think the waist ribbon was good in theory, because the added color is nice, but I think the ribbon might just end up looking cheap, and sort of slapped on. Maybe try a skinny mint belt? Might be a tall order to find something like that though.

Purse looks out of place too. Just not the right style really.

>>8139165
Thanks for the suggestions, definitely going to keep an eye out for a necklace like that.

>>8140423
The waist ribbon actually came with the skirt but it kind of is a pain in the ass to wear, I'll certainly be taking it off then.

I'm having a ton of trouble coording this (colorway as pictured) without it coming out too sweet. This is my first gothic piece and while I can tell it has sweet elements I really want to take it in a more goth direction.

My biggest problem is that wearing a black blouse feels to me like it will remove the focus from the interesting bat collar which is a big reason for purchasing, I really want to highlight this. I've looked up others coords but many seem to have chosen to go the black blouse route, is that really my best option?

I was thinking of trying a purple/lavender blouse but most blouses I'm coming across don't seem to be fitting (either too much lace, wrong purple, etc) For legwear I would like to do a purple/black diamond patter but was also thinking of playing up the bat angle with bat tights and headwear but fear that may come off as too costumey?

>>8135355
This whole coord is hideous. Pls burn it.

>>8140920
Charcoal gray blouse might be a nice option, it would pick up the color in the skirt, and keep it more gothic looking than lavender, but it might be hard to find.

>>8140930
Thank you for the advice anon, I don't know why but I completely glossed over the fact that there's quite a bit of gray to work with.

>>8139355
necklace is ticktacktick on etsy, but if you're at all crafty you can probably make it yourself for cheaper since the bell jar findings are like $6...

>>8139746
I think if you're going with blue, go with navy blue - I can't find a navy x maroon dress that I like, but think that this outfit would look nice with Infanta's Nightingale embroidery dress in navy velvet if you had a couple of navy accents as well.

>>8140347
Funtasma (same company as Pleaser/Demonia/Bordello)

>>8140048
A high-collar blouse or one that mimics the neckline of the dress is best. You could get away with one that sits below the neckline of the dress so you just have the sleeves, but then you may as well wear a cardigan

>>8134182
I'm not convinced about the shawl in a strictly lolita outfit; I also think the red on the dress appears more true red and the shawl looks slightly darker and pinker. You are also better with dark gold shoes if you want to really match the print, it doesn't look super shiny.

>>8140920
Ivory high collar?

Please help me find items to match this beautiful dress anons

I wanted to get some opinions about trying to coord an offbrand dress I have. These are pics of the dress I found online, will try and get a better picture of it splayed out soon. It does take a full CP A-line petti no problem.

I usually wear classic and sweet. I've got some brown heeled oxfords and a Chocolate Rosette purse I could pair with this, I just wanted some inspiration for a more casual outfit.

Suggestions?

>>8141279
thought of u

>>8141416
oh yes anon perfect! What about the negative image version? Maybe I can get the photo locket and put the image in myself

>>8141388
where is that blouse from? it's perfectt

>>8141492
Here I made you an inverted version

>>8141541
I want to punch myself in the face for saving this onto the computer

>>8141144
Thank you! I'll take a look high-collar blouses then.

>>8141144
Thank you! I'll take a look at high-collar blouses then.

How do you guys feel about wearing Cadre du Chat blouseless in a Lolita coord (not as a caual summer dress)? I really don't want someone pinting out I'm a total ita for not wearng a blouse with it, when in reality the cut allows to wear it as is. The stock pics show the model wearing it without a blouse too, it has been featured in magazines without a blose, and even the allmighty Misako, who is always considered to be extremly strict about " teh rori rulez" has worn it blousless. So: Yay or Nay?

>ib4 wear whatever you want, the rules are just guidelines
I know they are, but I want to hear the opinion of more expirienced Lolitas on this subject

>>8142153
I think the dress looks fine without a blouse, though not strictly lolita. Misako's coord is cute but can also just pass as a cute dress someone can wear to a tea party.

Considering the simplicity of the dress it might look good if you took it in a more otome/vintage sort of way?

I've just ordered this dress because I thought it would make a cute historical-inspired coord with a straw hat. But now that I'm looking for actual hats to go with it, I'm a bit stuck. (I'm in my late 20's and have a more mature-looking face, so I'd rather stay away from bonnets because they make me feel like I'm trying too hard to look young.) Any takes on coord with this dress, or just a hat that's similar to my inspo pictures? I was thinking ivory or cream for accent colors.

>>8129814
the cardigan wouldn't work since it's too long, and the blouse is kinda tacky but overall this is okay.
>>8130042
vendetta?
>>8134441
the blouse wouldn't really match and the starclip is kinda tacky.
Dont go for over the top tights or socks since the skirt sticks out enough on it's own. If you don't already own the skirt, i really wouldn't recommend buying it since it's terribly ugly.
>>8134484
terrible advice.
>>8135355
start from the top. the headdress doesn't work. the wig and the dress might, ditch the bag too.
>>8138700
pretty good, but more hair accessories and a different blouse since the black doesn't mix. if you dont switch the black blouse perhaps try black tights? or actually just a black wig instead would make it better.

>>8142153
I'll try that anon, thanks! I'm having a very hard time finding a blouse that will work with the sax colorway. The ruffles on the bottom are some sort of very light gray, every blouse I own clashes with it...

alright anons, be brutal. Does this idea work at all? Could it work but my choices suck?

>>8143327
I'm sorry, I saw the ruby slippers and rainbow necklace and lost my shit because I grew up loving the Wizard of Oz. I really hope you're going for a Dorothy-inspired look or I'm going to feel really weird.

From a color point of view though, the necklace seems kind of out of place with not much to tie it into the outfit. I'd definitely go with the red shoes rather than white to bring out the hair bow, though.

>>8143327
Definitely red shoes for that dorothy aesthetic; I'd suggest a rainbow pin or something instead of a large necklace like that. This is such a cute idea though, so keep with it! The bag is great for the picnic basket look.

Don't do the sparkles though. It pushes into gaudy and costumey looking territory, unless you're wearing it to a con, but it just doesn't look good imo to have sparkles. I'm biased tho lmao. I don't think it would hurt to make the burgundy into a ruby red though.

>>8141388
Go with a turtleneck cutsew, blazer, tights, and boots. Like every ETC blog outfit ever.

>>8142333
Edwardian straw hat and wide straw hat give me the best results on etsy,

>>8128594
You might find that in lolita wearing red, white and blue will be more associated with Parisian colours so you will probably get away with it.

As for the gold, if done correctly I find that the most interesting and well "finished" looking co-ordinates will have 3-4 well balanced colours in it. So work hard and it will work out.

>>8130107
Honey, salo's are supposed to be too big.
The band worn just under your waistline is supposed to sit loosely just on your hipbones. Maybe lengthen the shoulder straps a little to get it to sit correctly, and then loosen or take off (if they are removable) the waist ties to get the correct shape.

As for the co-ord I feel like the short length of salo's often matches poorly with over-knee socks if you want to avoid looking too age-play-esque so maybe go for some patterned tights that suit the salo. If your after some "not really lolita shoes" for this casual outfit, I feel like some feminine ballet flats would suit the styling a bit better.

Image just something I found on google search to help with showing how a salo should sit on the body. Note how the "waist line" sits low on the hip bone.

Good luck with your outfit.

>>8143977
Had me till shoes, the shoes are a bit too cutesy for the elegance of the rest of the coord.

Dark blue shoes with a higher heel and ankle strap would be much better, even with a bow.

>>8143977
Source on tights?

I have this in the long/Mint colours, I have no idea what Im doing with it.

Send help.

>>8144122
I was trying really hard to avoid the Lumiere shoes, but there are definitely better ones than the ones I chose.

>>8144132
Aliexpress, I can't find them again now because on my phone but I searched for white and blue flower tights

I am still new to the whole Lolita scene and wanting to put together a few things just for tests.

I haven't chosen accessories yet but I kind of want to go with a pearl theme with the accessories.

>>8146251
I like where you're going with this but I think you need to incorporate some pink. Otherwise it's a little boring. Also, I wouldn't mix white with ivory/cream. Pick one or the other, I'd say go with ivory for this outfit.

>>8146251
I really hope you are not actually planning to wear that headdress and the beret at the same time..

>>8146467
I said OR
I can't decide which one I am leaning towards a white beret

I'm trying to put together my first coord, could I get some concrit please? The bolero is a placeholder since it's sold out, but everything else is either in stock or already ordered.

Forgive my poorfag choices, I'm mostly stuck buying secondhand or indie stuff until I get a little more income.

>>8146251
I would go for pink as the second colour, since it looks like you can't tell the difference between white and cream at the moment.

>>8144519
Wearing dark green and gold, hopefully...the mint looks difficult to match.

>>8146520
I would change the blouse, it looks more stark white than the tights and the pointed collar isn't really very lolita. There are a few high collar blouses/cutsews around on second hand sites like violet blue and maiden clothing, try there.

>>8147108
I had my suspicions about the blouse not being appropriate for this coord, although more for the color than the shape of the collar. It is one of the items I've ordered and paid for already though, bummer. Do you think the collar shape would be okay for a Gothic coord instead?

>>8147539
Yes, although the blouse gives me more of a boystyle/aristocrat vibe than lolita

>>8146520
I have this JSK and the shoes, wore them out last weekend, and they're a pretty solid match. I would change out the blouse to something with a completely different collar, and this coord looks fantastic with a high collar. I recommend something slightly off-white. I got a blouse from Dear Celine that worked well, but if sizing is an issue, take a look at The Floral Notebook (she won't be making more blouses 'til April tho) or another custom service. The Floral Notebook is worth waiting for, her prices and quality really impressed me (and her chiffon stuff will go with those tights).

I'm wondering if a Bordeaux shirt will make this all too 'red heavy' and if introducing a dusty pink is ridiculous if I add some dusty pink into my bonnet or accessories, or should I stick to ivory?

Numbers included for best combo suggestions

>>8148723
1, 4, 5, 8

>>8134441
I wear these tights with most of my celestial prints and it's beautiful if you don't have fat legs.

>>8148827
>it's beautiful if you don't have fat legs
I find Grimoire tights look good only up to a certain height as well.

>>8148931
That's a general rule for tights printed like that though. Stretching them even a bit can make them look bad.

>>8148723
are you going to carry a bag? if you tied in the dusty rose/pink with a bag and some in the bonnet i think ivory/bordeaux/dusty pink combo would look killer

i vote 1, 4, 5, 9

i'd be into ivory shoes too with this

>>8148734
Thanks for the input anon
>>8149002
Yep I plan on carrying a bag too but haven't found an appropriate one. My wardrobe is rather Gothic/ouji so I'm lacking a bit in colour diversity bag wise. Will take ivory shoes on board as well

>>8148723
1,4,5,8

Okay this is gonna sound SUPER noobish - and I will admit, I am super new to lolita fashion. I was planning on wearing it to a matsuri thats happening in my city soon, and after about a month and a half of sitting here going "It's ages away, I have plenty of time to order a blouse and such" I've been pulled into reality to find that its only 9 days away, definitely not enough time to order anything.

I'm gonna go scour some thift stores and shopping centres for a suitable blouse ( I've found some alright shoes, gold flats with little bows on the front and scalloped edges ) but on the chance that I can't find anything AT ALL, would it be acceptable to wear a plain white turtleneck under my JSK? Or should I skip out on wearing loli to the festival and just go normalfag? The coord was going to be casual in the first place since I don't own many accessories, but I'm not sure how it'd sink in wearing a top thats /that/ casual.

Dress is APs Chess Chocolate dropped waist JSK in pink, and for accessories I'm planning on just wearing a white beret with the detachable bow pinned to it btw.

>>8149839
White won't work for Chess Chocolate. The only "white" bits on the dress are actually more of an ivory/cream.

>>8143977
Late reply, but I really like this. Thank you, kind anon!

>>8149839
I'd say just go normalfag unless you want to end up on an ita thread.

>>8149839
Instead of going lolita, you could possible use it in a otome outfit? Like if you could find a cream cardigan, and brown tights and something in the same pink for your headwear, like a beret? I'm just throwing ideas out there you might not have enough time for even that.

>>8130042
Those stockings are sex shop kind.. don't skimp on good leg wear.

>>8150012
Oh I never thought of styling it as an otome outfit! I actually have a fair few otome style cardigans and such in my wardrobe already so that helps a lot~

I'm getting the dress in pink and the jacket in white, and idk what direction I could go in?

>>8131831
Sauce on dress?

which bag should i go for? i'm planning on wearing a dark brown cardigan with this that matches the browns on the dress. while i prefer cross-body bags to handbags, idk if the AP purse goes well with the pink on the dress. would anyone suggest other alternatives as well?

>>8151344
says it right on the image, anon. it's surface spell.

>>8151347
same anon: also contemplating this milk replica bag in gold but i'm afraid if it'll be too metallic-y. i have a AP star bag replica in silver and that worked out ok though so idk.

So I just bought this dress and I'm having issues coming up with accessories. I was thinking about incorporating a sailor hat but I'm worried it would look too costume-y...
Also I bought white/light blue striped socks. Bad idea?

>>8151321
Sweet. White sheer tights with flocked polka dots, tea parties, headbow...

>>8151375
I like the gold bag or the IW bag, the other one is too dark.

>>8151514
I don't like stripes with polka dots at all, so my vote is bad idea. There are a million and one things that you could pull out from the dress, like pearls, whales, gold stars...

>>8151540
thanks!! do you think people will mind that the IW bag is a replica? i can't find the original on sale.

What color shoes would you wear with this? I'm probably going to wear solid ivory tights with it. Also any suggestions for other accessories? I have a red bow headband not pictured

>>8151582
a brown that matches the dress. if you can't find a matching brown, then red would do, just not like, a bright red, if that makes sense.

>>8151547
Not unless you post it on the internet accompanied by a blurb about how replicas are the best thing ever omg1!1!

>>8151582
Match the main colour of the dress or try to match the pastry. Ivory shoes will do if you can't, but put shoe clips or something on to balance the colours

>>8151629
That's what I was thinking too. I think I'll have to wait for it to come in the mail first, since I'm not super sure what the actual color looks like. It really looks brown to me but Infanta actually calls it wine so idk.

Sorry I'm using a screenshot but my phone is really dumb about saved images.

So I ordered this skirt. Magic tea party Libra SK 2. Right now I'm thinking a nice black blouse, I've got solid black and I believe a pair of red shoes that can coord with this. Otherwise I have black shoes and red tights. I'd like some tight, jewelry, and hair accessories(other then the one for the set)

>>8151582
Would a dark brown (matching the stripes on the bows, and the cutlery) look alright?

>>8130073
that blouse does not match that salo.. And that salo isn't gyaru. The jelly shoes are DEFINITELY not gyaru. Get a cute skirt instead of that salo and wear heels with opaque plain OTKs or sheer tights.

>>8134441
THAT COORD
PLS NO

THAT STAR CLIP.... 2010 WAS 5 YEARS AGO

>>8151664
I don't think she should be attempting gyaru if she thinks that's what it looks like...

after lurking for a loooong time, i tried something. how ita will i look?

>>8152019
i'm probably gona go with plain white tights unless you guys suggest something better...

>>8152019
>>8152019
Those tights are way too busy and bright for this print. I've seen it irl.
Solid light blue tights would look cute. White vertical striped ones.

>>8152022
Thank you!

>>8151651
If you've got red shoes that work, what about these tights, gold horoscope charm bracelet and necklace, and pick one of the hairstyles from the print to mimic?

>>8152019
looks ok so far anon! i agree to not have the dream sky tights in there. i'd personally go for some light blue OTKs to match the blue on the dress, but tights would work too. maybe some lavender shoes that match the ribbon on the print? either that or white. i'm not too hot on the necklace and ring though; is that the set that was released alongside the print? the hot pink looks so out of place...

>>8151645
ahaha god no i know better than that. i just know that some folks dont like replicas when they are of more iconic designs or have the brand name still on them.

>>8149839
>would it be acceptable to wear a plain white turtleneck under my JSK
go for plain brown or cream instead. but yes, a turtleneck would be the best option for something you have to find fast.

You can wear this dress casually in a way thats kinda more like otome. Brown/cream turtleneck, small and thin brown hairbow with very neat hair. Brown shoes (oxfords, boots, maryjanes..) and cream OTKs/opaque tights. Wear a gold necklace without too much design and a gold ring (pick these up at a thrift store). Dont add anything big on your head to attempt to make it look fancier, you will just look like you fucked up. Plain brown hairbow. You can get a plain headband at target and put brown ribbon on it and hotglue a small brown bow. Use reference photos of small IW or AP headbows while you make it, copy one if you can.

If you only have a white turtleneck, fuck it, wear it and wear it with white OTKs. Just dont post the outfit and avoid pictures. It will look passable as long as youre cute and have your make up/hair done, but you dont want it posted really.

>>8151669
are star clips really that fucking horrible these days?

I have those fluffy ones and a couple metallic ones i like to wear sometimes.

>>8143419
>>8143388
See, I was thinking a rainbow pin, but I'm having such a hard time finding something nice that isn't too knicknacky. Sliver shoe choice was for any bookfags that may be lurking.

I just ordered IW's Baked Sweets JSK in pink and I was just looking for coord ideas. I was thinking about playing up the brown in the print maybe?

>>8153160
Oh man that's so cute

>>8153160
Use brown as an accent? Brown headbow or just a brown bow hair clip with brown shoes. Blouse and socks can be white or beige.

Hey, anons! I can't do anything else but do a plain brown + beige coord with this dress. Can anyone help me coord this with another color? Like gold or something?

>>8153656
Pink x brown is the more obvious choice. Pink blouse, pink tights/floral print tights, brown shoes, pink floral hair accessory...

>>8153656

Burgundy is also a good color to coord with.

Would this OP look good with a bell shaped petticoat?

>>8135355
Wow a con in April?
You want to wear AP with all AP accessories?

What convention could you possibly want to go to?
Don't you know we will all know who you are?

>smh

>>8154174
i don't really care, i just wanted some help with my coord! the same people would probably see it if i posted it on some facebook group anyways. besides, i'm a no-name lolita (i'm not active online or in any communities, i'm not even going to the tea party lol) so you guys will never see me again anyway. i just wanted to make this coord as good as possible since i won't be wearing it again for a very long time. i don't see why you would feel the need to shame me for asking for help?
also my only ap accessories are the socks lol

>>8136597
>>8154174
Srsly don't get why everyone is being hurrdurr omg we know who you are. Who gives a fuck?

>>8151350
Apologies, I saw it the writing but I didn't have my contacts in and it was way too blurry to read. Thanks for your help.

>>8154413
op here and i don't get it either haha. as aforementioned i'm a lone lolita and i'm not important whatsoever so i don't get why it matters. whatever will i do if someone from the internet recognizes me irl? how horrible D:

>>8154747

I was on your side until
>D:

go.

>>8154822
i knew i would get backlash for using that face but i didn't know what to put! sorry but i promise it's the only one i use haha.

so i've never worn sweet before ever, i'm strictly gothic and pretty new to lolita. how stupid is this coord, gulls?

>>8154123
definitely looks a-line to me

>>8155042
this is something else i've been thinking about for a first coord using some of the same elements as in this collage

i have no idea what i'm doing, um halp

I've got these two ideas for this skirt and I'll probably do both for variety, but I can't find accessories to match. I'd like mini marble statues (cus the print has grey statues or sth that looks like it), basically, but any search for that came up empty. I'd love help on finding any jewelry in a similar vein (I looked for gargoyles, looked through AlchemyGothic's stuff, etc.) or better ideas.

(2nd look explained: The skirt has little loops in it to attach straps, so I'll make a little corset-jsk top to hide the ugly waistband and hide the uggo brown lace with (perhaps detachable) black fabric/lace too)

>>8155042
The dress and blouse are mint, but the shoes, bags, and roses are blue. Also not sure if that blouse and that dress would work

>>8155133
This is much better. I love the bracelet, and I think you should carry the soft pink roses more throughout the outfit, maybe find a matching necklace and pink hair pins.