Dumb Questions

[Anonymous No.8430065]

Since the old one went poof.

I'll start: how do you navigate Y!J Auctions, is there a guide? Do they accept PayPal?

[Anonymous No.8430073]

Y!J can change some words into katakana/hiragana so just type in whatever you're looking for and it will look it up. And you need to use Buyee or a shopping service for Japanese auction sites

[Anonymous No.8430077]

Is crown label to meta as AATP is to BABY?

[Anonymous No.8430086]

>>8430073
Thanks!

[Anonymous No.8430113]

How long before a con begins is it usually appropriate to make meetup/General threads about the con?

[Anonymous No.8430150]

>>8430077

Crown label is supposed to be the higher end stuff. Like Premier to JetJ.

Personally I haven't noticed a lot of difference, but I'm not a Meta fan, so.

[Anonymous No.8430165]

If your circle lenses dry out and you rehydrate them with solution, are they still safe? They feel the same as before to the touch, but I don't want to risk it. The site FAQ has nothing on this.

[Anonymous No.8430172]

>>8430165
Technically, no. People (including myself) have done this before, but when the lens dries out it can warp the shape or attract bacteria so you're taking a risk. Your lens could be fine or it could not fit anymore, and there's no real way to know without trying it on.

[Anonymous No.8430178]

>>8430165

Aside from bacteria and warping, drying out the lenses almost certainly caused microtears in the lenses which you can't reallly feel, but it will make little scratches on your cornea. Don't do it, it's definitely a bad idea.

[Anonymous No.8430190]

>>8430113
Depends how big the con is. I'd say 2 weeks for something big, 1 week for a local con.

[Anonymous No.8430876]

Who the fuck is girlyhoot? What did she do?

[Anonymous No.8430889]

>>8430165
No, buy new ones, it's not like they are super expensive anyway. Don't be a cheapskate and risk your vision. You'll be more careful next time, I'm sure.

[Anonymous No.8430940]

>>8430190
Thanks!

[Anonymous No.8431060]

Is it ok to post k-fashion too?

[Anonymous No.8431085]

>>8430876
She is the one who started the LACE movement when she realising how others felt when bullied after someone made a comment on this board about hearing her poop in a public toilet.

Would you like to know more?

[Anonymous No.8431104]

>>8431085
hahahah yes, please.

[Anonymous No.8431121]

Why are some AP tags pink and others purple? I don't remember any purple tags until recently.

[Anonymous No.8431124]

>>8431085
LACE was started because of poop? Yes, I have to hear more too.

[Anonymous No.8431127]

>>8431060
In a k-fashion thread, usually. I've seen 1-2 threads for it but they usually don't get so many posts.

[Anonymous No.8431146]

>>8431060
iirc /fa/ loves k-fashion, so it's probably better suited on their board

[Anonymous No.8431161]

>>8431121

In general, pink = sweeter, cutesy pieces
Purple = more classic, elegant style

[Anonymous No.8431174]

>>8431161
Ok that makes sense. Thanks.

[Anonymous No.8431217]

>>8431124
>>8431085
>>8431104
What the fuck is/was LACE and why is there drama about it?

[Anonymous No.8431314]

Does pastel goth counts as a j fashion?

[Anonymous No.8431327]

>>8431314
As much as I think pastel goth could be a thing if carried out properly, it became a means of self-expression of bored tumblrinas where everything is ok as long as you're edgy and urself uwu
So, my answer is no. I personally think it has potential, but you'll get shit if you start a thread like that.

[Anonymous No.8431342]

>>8430150
>>8430077
Crown Label is stuff designed by the shop staff or at least with their input. It's not higher end.

[Anonymous No.8431365]

I know this is becoming old news fast, but why is Deneice getting called out now and not just John? After reading all this stuff that's surfaced after AM it seems like her only crime is marrying a creeper, but I didn't follow the whole drama until now. Her coords are cute?
Do people have bad experiences with her, or is it just to make sure john gets out of the picture?

[Anonymous No.8431432]

Which J-fashion style(s) do Liz Lisa and Axes Femme fall under?

[Anonymous No.8431449]

>>8431365
She is the con's chairperson and she was just as involved in the bad business part of the issues.
Also, as long as she is still welcomed into the comms her husband might as well be.

[Anonymous No.8431458]

Is it true that if you bid in the last 5 minutes of an auction on Y!J, the auction is extended another 5 minutes? Because I'm terrified someone is going to snipe me. I'm going to be watching the auction intensely before it ends but I'm nervous that a last minute bid will swoop in.

[Anonymous No.8431470]

>>8431458
Yes for most. You can tell if you look at the "Auto-Time Extension" field on the listing. A lot of sellers will set it to Yes (あり), but for listings set to No (なし), you can bid in the last seconds without triggering any time extension, just like eBay.

[Anonymous No.8431475]

When it comes to lolita what does OTT stand for?

[Anonymous No.8431476]

>>8431432
It's hard to label a brand because they can be used for many styles, but Liz Lisa is usually himekaji and axes femme is often otome kei.

[Anonymous No.8431477]

>>8431365
They are legally married (afaik) so each has a financial stake in what the other does, at minimum. They both have been at this game for a while and she tolerates his behavior. She needs to step down from anything Lolita-related. AM Lolita game is over. All but the gossip and fussing.

[Anonymous No.8431479]

>>8431475
Over the top.

[Anonymous No.8431480]

>>8431475
Over the top

[Anonymous No.8431486]

>>8431470
> It says no
Well fuck me then. Thank you though!

Next question- I'm using FromJapan as my SS. When I go to set up a bid or snipe bid I see it mentions:

Bid increment : 500 Yen

Is that just the minimum? New plan is to just bid really high near the end incase a bidding war starts. (It's a dream dress so I'm willing to spend more than double what the current bid is.)

[Anonymous No.8431509]

>>8431479

Thanks!

[Anonymous No.8431536]

>>8431486
even if you bid really high, the person/people can just 1up you by making their bid 1 increment higher than yours, so the best bet is to be online when the auction ends (i usually set an alarm if it's between the hours that i sleep, then i just get up for a few mins to check on it)

you can bid way more than the 'bid increment', that's just a set number of yen you have to increase each bid by in each threshold (eg the item is at 1y, the minimum increment is 1y, but at 10,000y the increment is 500y)

[Anonymous No.8431557]

>>8431536
I see. The auction ends in 8 hours so I'm stressing like crazy because I really want to win this stupid dress. I was definitely planning on being awake and watching it closely for the last hour.

I figured if I bid high, it'd make things harder for people to outbid me (Say I'm bidding at the same time as someone else, and the price is 10,000 yen. Instead of bidding 10,500 yen, I'd just bid 40,000 yen so they get the error that their bid is too low. This has worked for me on ebay but I have no idea if it'd work with Y!J)

[Anonymous No.8431656]

>>8431557
>last hour
I recommend getting to the auction in the last 10 minutes and make a single, max bid at 5 min. 20 sec. before the end of the auction if it has auto-time extension or at 20 seconds before the end of auction if it doesn't. Last thing you want is to lose logic & reason and get caught up in a bidding war.

[Anonymous No.8431663]

>>8431365
>>8431449
>>8431477
Thanks a ton!

[Anonymous No.8431698]

>>8431557
if it's a popular dress, others may have their bids set to well above that in the last 10 minutes. if other people also want it badly, they will not get discouraged by a few 'your bid was below the current bid'

a wild guess, but are you TJ anon?

[Anonymous No.8431718]

>>8431698
Y-yeah I am. I know people are sick of seeing me posting about it, and obviously I want to get it over with too. All these missed opportunities are annoying to everyone.

> Sage for OT

[Anonymous No.8432638]

I'm going to sound really dumb here.

If a brand dress claims to have a waist measurement of 27 inches, does that mean someone with a 27 inch waist would fit into it, or is that the exact circumferance of the dress (meaning you would need to be a bit smaller than 27")?

[Anonymous No.8432656]

>>8432638

I think it's sometimes better to be a little bit smaller than the listed measurements just for comfort.

[Anonymous No.8432710]

>>8432638
If it's a JP site, usually it refers to the actual measurement of the garment and you'd want to be at least 2-4cm smaller for ease.

[Anonymous No.8432717]

>>8432638
Ideally, you want to be 2-4cm smaller than the listed max measurements (providing they are accurate). This keeps you from looking like a stuffed sausage in a casing. Listed measurements are usually for the garment itself.
This isn't a dumb question at all. I wish more people paid attention to this.

[Anonymous No.8433125]

How do I protect a styled wig if I don't have a wig stand mannequin head thing?

[Anonymous No.8433129]

Why are some AP tags purple when others are pink? Is there a reason at all?

[Anonymous No.8433146]

>>8433129 see >>8431161

[Anonymous No.8433185]

>>8430876
>became popular by wearing HUGE fugly hipster teir glasses with uncut wigs while wearing AP sets
>after improving, she started LACE, not because of poops or some bullshit, but more likely because everyone made fun of her for her long face+ shitty glasses for a long time, and as a way to keep herself relevant.

[Anonymous No.8433290]

Where can I find lolita advertisement scans from Kera posted the soonest after it is published? I try to look the day it comes out but I'm still almost always 2nd, 3rd or further behind with my shopping service. I need to see the scans quicker. I'd buy the magazine if my town stocked them anywhere. But I'd like to see the releases faster! It's just the ads so I don't feel bad to ask for those, not content scans. I do buy some JFash magazines, but slow post is slow, even by EMS.

[Anonymous No.8433313]

Does Mary Magdalene have an actual store, or is it only online?

[Anonymous No.8433320]

>>8433313
Online only sadly

[Anonymous No.8433322]

>>8433320
Bummer. Thank you though!

[Anonymous No.8433657]

Has anyone reconstructed a t-shirt from the craft stores into a cutsew

[Anonymous No.8433697]

I have two questions. I really wanna buy something from BTSSB's summer sale. How long do their summer sales usually last? Also, how the hell do you buy from their website?

[Anonymous No.8433705]

>>8432638
If your bust and waist measurements are the exact same as a dress's measurements, it's going to be a really tight fit, especially if it has no shirring.

[Anonymous No.8433723]

>>8433697
read their overseas shopping guide
sales usually last for a few weeks, but things can sell out fast

[Anonymous No.8433978]

>>8433657
A T-shirt is a cutsew by Japanese definition.

If you meant taking it apart and turning into a J-fashion piece, I'm sure someone(s) have tried and put the result up on Etsy. If you want a quality piece, it's better to start with a cut of the base knit fabric instead of taking apart a T-shirt, because there's nothing really you can use from it and the end result will more likely resemble a kid's T-shirt project.

[Anonymous No.8434512]

>>8433125
Depends. If it's something kind of crushable like curls then you can put it in a plastic bag, but you will have to fluff up the curls some when you take it out.
If it's some weird, solid, spikey thing then I have no idea. good luck.

[Anonymous No.8434516]

>>8433978
>A T-shirt is a cutsew by Japanese definition.
no...even in normal japanese fashion t-shirt is still used and cutsew is used to refer to fitted tshirts. i know cutsew actually refers to the way the fabric is cut and sewn which is the same for tshirts, but they're considered to be different items of clothing.

[Anonymous No.8434527]

If I buy a replica, tag it properly instead of tagging as burando, coord it nicely and be honest about buying it, will I still get shit on?

[Anonymous No.8434536]

If I found pants that have the style I'm looking for but not the texture could I sew/screw the fabric I want onto the existing pants?
I'm completely new to sewing.

[Anonymous No.8434537]

>>8434527
probably. why not just get something else? the replica won't be the same, it won't.

here's how replicas work.

you admire a print for years, it's out of print and rare as a bluebird but replicas as far as the eye can see! so what do you do? you take the plunge! then it arrives, it's beautiful, that lovely print, gorgeous. the excitement is strong, but fleeting. you don't see those details, the tag is nowhere to be found, the fabric is off and the print isn't crisp. your enthusiasm starts to wane a bit, bit you put it on and coord it up. excitement comes back but weaker this time it fits(hopefully) and it looks good, but it's not the dress you fell in love with, just the print, just the idea, not the real one. you heart slowly sinks, you'll wear it, you'll take pics and be happy a little while, but it will fade and you'll just feel meh inside and then it will sit in your closet forever.

[Anonymous No.8434539]

>>8434527
Yes, you will. I think the best thing you can do is be very open about it but absolutely don't make any excuses or try to explain yourself. Try to be silent about it or man up about your egoistic decisions. As soon as you get into an ethical argument, you're gonna get shat on.

[Anonymous No.8434589]

>>8430065
I tried to order from aliexpress once and it said it didn't ship to my location. I live in Washington state, USA. So is aliexpress one store or have multiple sellers? If so I'm thinking maybe that seller didnt do internationally shipping.

[Anonymous No.8434609]

>>8434589
It's multiple.

[Anonymous No.8434623]

>>8431342

Really? Could've sworn I saw someone explain on egl as such.

Thanks for the correction.

[Anonymous No.8434727]

>>8430065
>how do you navigate Y!J Auctions, is there a guide?
these two guides are your new best friends:
http://egl.livejournal.com/15456883.html
http://frozen-yjapan.livejournal.com/567.html
>Paypal
no, though you need a japanese shopping service (I use japonica market or FromJapan for example) and 99.9% of the time they accept Paypal

>>8433125
if it's something that can't be stored in its own bag, you can improvise a wig stand for the time being if you don't have one yet (check value village, etc the day after halloween, you can get a ton of them for practically pocket change).
Some people will use a 2L empty (CLEAN) pop bottles, a shower cap and some stuffing/newspaper), lots of methods. google "improvised wig stand" and you'll get a lot of options

>>8434536
>could I sew/screw the fabric I want onto the existing pants?
no,but what might be a reasonable alternative (though somewhat time-consuming) is to take off one piece at a time of the original pants with a seam ripper, trace that piece onto and replace it with the new fabric, then sew that back into place on the pants. I did this when I was a sewing newbie but needed to make a pair of pants in a really specific colour and it turned out great. You'll just need a bit of patience and a decent memory, but it's definitely doable for a newbie

>>8434527
there will always be people who vehemently disagree with the production and consumption of replicas, so yes. it's more a matter of planning how you'll take it rather than how to avoid it

[Anonymous No.8434738]

>>8434527
Yep. I'm amazed people still ask these kinds of questions when even a little research shows that most of us don't like replicas in ANY situation for ANY reason. There is nothing anyone can do to make them more accepted. Ever. Period.

[Anonymous No.8434747]

>>8434537
Wow. Reading this actually makes me feel like shit, that's exactly it: I want the dress with the print. It's not your fault tho, I'm grateful for this reality check.

>>8434727
You were also really nice. Thanks.

[Anonymous No.8434764]

>>8433290
try weibo.com

The chinese usually post them in a matter of hours (that's still only for the most popular brands like AP and IW though), for minor brands you usually have to wait a few days more for scans to pop up.

[Anonymous No.8434767]

>>8433313
Some physical locations like Kerashop stock Mary Magdalene though

[Anonymous No.8434774]

>>8434764
Thanks lots, Anon. My mobile doesn't like weibo for some reason so I didn't even think of it. I'll check it on my desktop on the release day.

[Anonymous No.8435330]

Are you supposed to tie headbow strings under your chin? How do headbows stay in place if they're not on a hairband?

[Anonymous No.8435539]

>>8435330
Some people do but usually only for oldschool. You can tie them under your hair at the back of your neck, put combs or barrette clips on them, put them on a hairband or use bobby pins to hold them.

[Anonymous No.8435872]

Is My-Lolita-Dress safe to shop from? I want one dress and I don't know if putting a taobao order in is cheaper than just buying off their site.

[Anonymous No.8436033]

Please respond quickly if possible? ;_;
i ordered a few things on bodyline and didnt notice there was a typo in my name until i got the confirmation email. everything else is correct though. will it still arrive to my house???

[Anonymous No.8436101]

>>8436033
Yeah, it will. I've had bills come to my house with my last name misspelled multiple times. As long as you got the address right, it's all good.

[Anonymous No.8436123]

>>8433125
build a bear boxes
for real

[Anonymous No.8436137]

>>8436101
This, my surname had already been misspelled on my birth certificate and I always spell it correctly myself when entering it in the name field, it arrives every time.

[Anonymous No.8436207]

>>8435872
I placed my first order from them in May and my dress arrived last week (it was a pre-order so there was a longer processing time) They're legit and extremely pleasant to deal with I'm definitely going to buy from them again

[Anonymous No.8436238]

>>8435872
They sell replicas, I wouldn't give them a dime.
Also, Google for reviews they are badly reviewed.
Nope!

[Anonymous No.8436596]

Does someone know a place online that sells good quality fabric roses? Also in unusual colors like purple or olive green? It also has to be European since I'm a Eurofag, and I can't justify high shipping costs on such small items. Please help, I'm kind of clueless!

[Anonymous No.8436618]

Why are there no steampunk threads?

[Anonymous No.8436624]

>>8431342
Thank you so so much! Ive been dying to know and my questions usually get unanswered.

Im glad i own a few CL stuff now.

[Anonymous No.8436628]

>>8430065
OP if you arent doing a huge haul (and if the item isnt restricted to japanese only) i would just use buyee. Above the auction there should be a overseas buyer button and itll put everything into english for you. Its pretty simple and no need to exchange emails and what not. The only negatives are they dont do quality control and im not sure if there is paypal or if its card only.

[Anonymous No.8436643]

>>8436618
Because people don't have much of an interest in them? As a general rule, /cgl/ has never been too fond of steampunk, but if you want a thread, no one is going to stop you from making one.

[Anonymous No.8436669]

>>8436618
Because it's shit

[Anonymous No.8436672]

>>8436618
Because CGL hates steampunk

[Anonymous No.8436794]

>>8434727
Thanks for the idea about the seam ripper and piecing it back together.
It sounds kind of fun just to see where alltat idea could go.
meant to thank you yesterday but I'm on mobile and my phone died.

[Anonymous No.8436915]

Are sleeveless blouses suitable for Lolita?

[Anonymous No.8436925]

>>8436915
Depends on what it's worn under and who you're speaking to, but if you have to ask this question you're probably not experienced enough to pull int off.

[Anonymous No.8437276]

What do people do when their character has a very specific shoe design that's difficult to make and probably impossible to buy? My character wears heels with those snake sandal straps but I either find heels with the right size/shape/height or shoes with the snakes but no heel. I'm not sure what to do.

[Anonymous No.8437289]

>>8436915
Almost never. You could post a picture of it in coord help thread and ask what it might go with though if you want specific opinions.

[Anonymous No.8437300]

>>8431314
No, it's a western thing. And many people here dislike it. Ditto for nu-goth, soft grunge, nu-grunge, and the tumblr version of creepy cute, though there is some sort of cute-looking Japanese fashion using creepy accessories that is different but I'm not sure what it is called.

[Anonymous No.8437306]

>>8437276
Commission them from someone who can make them.

[Anonymous No.8437313]

>>8436618
Because Japanese steampunk aside from h.Naoto brand STEAM isn't very well known yet, maybe? But yes, CGL hates western steampunk pretty much.

[Anonymous No.8437364]

Can you heat wonderflex to slightly reshape it after it has already been painted with spray paint?

[Anonymous No.8437406]

>>8437364
Depends how slightly is slightly.
You should be good but it'd be best to test it out first.

[Anonymous No.8437464]

>>8437306
Any recommendations?

[Anonymous No.8437499]

What's that stuff that looks like gauze that the swamp monster might use?
They wrap it around things like spear handles or guns.

[Anonymous No.8437616]

>>8437499
Look for sport tape, it gets wrapped around hockey sticks and handles. You should be able to find it at any sport/drug store.

[Anonymous No.8437681]

>>8437616
Hell yeah, thanks, Anon.

[Anonymous No.8437818]

How do you order off of Taobao
I feel like a fucking idiot for not knowing this :(

[Anonymous No.8437825]

>>8437818
Get a shopping service. taobao spree is an example of one. Each ss have different methods of ordering. Taobaospree has a video on their site to show you exactly how to do it. For them, you fill out a spreadsheet, pay for the items and shipping to their office then they send you a picture of the items when they arrive to make sure everything is good (and for proof). You then pay shipping from them to your door. It's really easy.

[Anonymous No.8437870]

>>8437818
Use a shopping service. The taobao thread has a list of services you can try, though most people use taobaotrends or taobaoring.

[Anonymous No.8437958]

What is this style called?

[Anonymous No.8437984]

>>8437958
I'm pretty sure it's himekaji

[Anonymous No.8438074]

Why do people still think that bodyline is decent?

Not trolling. Hell, I remember years ago that it was always just "barely one step above Milanoo" like fan plus friend.

[Anonymous No.8438087]

>>8438074
They got better

[Anonymous No.8438106]

>>8438087

[Anonymous No.8438118]

>>8438074
They haven't improved much, their selection is still a mix of decent, ita, and "why would you do that". However they are - or were - a lot cheaper than f+f and milanoo, so they come off as a good way to pad your closet. The recent price hikes are absurd, but their products are at least consistent (vs milanoo) and cheap (vs f+f), and any lolita worth their salt can put together a good coord using bodyline items.

[Anonymous No.8438191]

What the hell is a "basic bitch"? I see people use that term all over /cgl/ now and I haven't caught on to what it means yet.

[Anonymous No.8438973]

>>8438191
Something simple, easy, standard, run-of-the-mill, or otherwise a beginner should know. /cgl/ feels the need throw a curse word in there for extra impact.

[Anonymous No.8438974]

>>8437984
>>8437958
Might be amakaji or "classic/feminine" by Japanese terms. I think himekaji is a little more frilly and over-the-top princess-ey in comparison?

[Anonymous No.8438982]

>>8437464
Do you have some sort of reference photo? Hard to tell exactly what you are referring to from your description.

[Sage No.8438986]

>>8438106
No, Yan. Still a newt.
Sage for being silly.

[Anonymous No.8438987]

>>8438973
Cgl didn't make up the term btw

[Anonymous No.8438990]

>>8432710
Does that include bodyline?

[Sage No.8439011]

>>8438990
Bodyline sizing is all over the place, shoes included. You are better reading reviews for individual pieces to estimate the sizing but yes, in general being 2-4cm smaller than garment measurements is pretty much universal for Asian sizes listed on websites. Exception is F+F custom items and brand or TaoBao made to order items where they require your body measurements.

[Anonymous No.8439013]

>>8439011
Thanks for your help!

[Anonymous No.8439023]

>>8438974
Amakaji? Do you mean amekaji? Because it's definitely not that. Himekaji isn't more ott, it's meant to be the toned down casual version of hime gyaru

[Anonymous No.8439031]

How do I wear eyelid tape/glue without my eyes drying out? I wear contacts and whenever I try to make a true double lid (I have hooded lids) I can't close my eyes properly and my eyes get extra dry. What wizardry should I perform?

[Anonymous No.8439043]

>>8439023
Nope, not "American-style". 甘カジ is a substyle and if you google term, you can find plenty of example pictures.

[Anonymous No.8439049]

>>8439031
Eyelid tape and glue are mainly meant for creating a fold in monolid eyes and giving them a slight enlarging effect. They have little to no desired effects on eyelids that already have a fold(s) like hooded lids.

[Anonymous No.8439589]

Can someone post the actual regs for weapons of a con they're planning on attending or have attended in the past?
The ones I find are vague.

[Anonymous No.8439764]

>>8431432
both are considered gyaru brands

[Anonymous No.8439772]

>>8437958
bobon21 is meant to be himekaji.

[Anonymous No.8439916]

>>8438982
Hope that helps.

[Anonymous No.8439981]

>>8439589
Each con is different. Almost everyone has their weapons policies online on the convention page. Some cons are fine with anything non-realistic/non-projectile, some have stricter weight restrictions.

[Anonymous No.8440010]

Does anyone know where Meltia performs/their schedule?

[Anonymous No.8440016]

>>8440010
www.meltia-lolita.com

[Anonymous No.8440029]

How hard is it to actually make a decent looking cosplay?

I'm going to start cosplaying soon and I'm afraid it'll look like shit.

[Anonymous No.8440072]

>>8438191
Not quite sure >>8438973 knows what they're talking about, they got it half right- if you are referring to when gulls call other people "basic bitches"

It means that the person is extra ordinary. Nothing special about them, but odds are they act as tho they are better than everyone.

The cosplays that they do are flavor of the month (fotm) or constantly the same, just a few details changed.

[Anonymous No.8440080]

>>8440029
Depends on your definition of hard.

If you are willing to put time, effort and money into a cosplay, it can turn out great. But you got to be willing to stop something half way through and remake it when you realize it isn't turning out right. You have to be willing to spend money. You have to be willing to do research.

My first cosplay looked like crap because I did none of those things. Now I can bang out a relatively simple one in a few days. It takes time to build up skills, but as long as you work at it, it should be fairly simple.

[Anonymous No.8440123]

What size should I buy Bodyline shoes in? I'm eu 40-41.

[Anonymous No.8440392]

Why did Steven Universe all of a sudden get so popular?

It's been around for a long time but only started being popular within the past month or two iirc, and there are now SU cosplayers everywhere.

[Anonymous No.8440435]

>>8434589
IIRC Washington also has weird bans/restrictions on online sellers because Amazon lives there. I live in California, but I've seen the Washington question come up a few times before. You might have a better time getting an out-of-state friend/seller to buy the item for you and then ship it to you on their own time.

[Anonymous No.8440449]

>>8440392
Yeah, the reason for that is because the recent episodes have practically catered to tumblr, with the anime references, the "diverse body type" cast and the whole ruby/sapphire being lesbians same with pearl/rose. At least that's what I think

[Anonymous No.8440501]

Propmasters, is there a big difference between PETG and clear polycarbonate? I want to heatform some 1.5mm pieces by hand with my heatgun to make a fluid wavy shape (no vacuum forming for me), but the only local store to me sells polycarbonate, not petg. Google is failing me hard; is the difference negligible, or should I shell out the shipping cost to buy petg online?

[Anonymous No.8440573]

>>8440392
The new season just started with a Steven Bomb last week or the week before, so its been all over the internet because of that.

I think this is only the second con season that its been around (it started airing in Nov. 2013), so its not that surprising that the people are starting to jump on the band wagon.

[Anonymous No.8440891]

Anyone knows what belts were used in this?

http://propsbyfev.blogspot.ca/2009/12/assassins-creed-2-ezios-belt.html

[Anonymous No.8440941]

>>8440449
>Wanting lesbos in cartoons is now tumblr
>Thinking SU got popular because of lesbos

kek

[Anonymous No.8440949]

>>8440123
You can use an online shoe size converter but read the reviews of the particular model number to see how the sizing runs, Bodyline sizing varies a lot from shoe to shoe.

[Anonymous No.8441052]

Is there any other gothic j fashion besides gothic lolita?

[Anonymous No.8441072]

>>8441052
Japanese Goth, Angura, Aristo.

[Anonymous No.8441188]

>>8441072
Wasn't there kawaii-goth or something like that?

[Anonymous No.8441233]

What is the story behind this picture?

[Anonymous No.8441252]

>>8441188
Idk, I think something a little similar to (but not as dumb and immature as) western creepy cute or pastel goth. I'm not into cute aesthetics but I seem to remember seeing something cute/goth but I didn't like it so I clicked it off. Some guro-lolita is kind of cute but still very creepy or has some gothic elements.

[Anonymous No.8441303]

Where can you buy Kira Imai postcards? Are they for sale individually anywhere? Do you get them when you buy from Angelic pretty? Are they only available when you get certain prints? Someone please tell me how to get my hands on some.

[Anonymous No.8441341]

>>8441303
here u go anon

http://fewmany.shop-pro.jp/?mode=grp&gid=171157

[Anonymous No.8441456]

>>8441341
Thank you!
Time to spend some money

[Anonymous No.8441541]

>>8441233
Mr Yan feeds on our nightmares. Srsly though I have no idea and am likewise curious

[Anonymous No.8441552]

Dumb question: Can crew/mid calf socks be good in lolita or would it look too off especially for an 18" calf?

>pic related, wrong color

[Anonymous No.8441607]

>>8441552
The more I think about it the less I think they would work to be honest, I think they would throw off the flow and usual proportions of a lolita outfit. Also given how crew socks are associated with schoolgirls they may come across as ageplay.

[Anonymous No.8441663]

>>8441541
He went to a convention (comic maybe?) as a wolf. And he got a pic with an Anna from frozen cosplayer and called her little red riding hood lol.

[Anonymous No.8444388]

How safe is putting scotch tape over leather shoes, im going for the shitty aesthetic of pic related. Will any permanent damage occur. I regularly clean my shoes so Im prepared to clean of residue

[Anonymous No.8444733]

>>8444388

Nothing in this picture looks like leather or scotch tape, what do you mean?

[Anonymous No.8445070]

Would it be better to go to my first (small) meet up in an incomplete coord or just wait until I complete it and go when I look less ita?
Right now I basically have a blouse, JSK, ankle socks, and shoes. Is that good enough or should I wait for my purse, headwear, and wristcuffs?

[Anonymous No.8445075]

>>8445070
You'll look fine. Just because something inst OTT doesn't mean it's unfit to wear.

[Anonymous No.8445158]

>>8444733
Doing a shitty poorcore version of it so it'll be black hi tops with yellow tape

[Anonymous No.8445182]

>>8445070
Personally I would wait. That old saying about first impressions and all. I had a full cord for my first meet and was really glad I did.

[Anonymous No.8445185]

>>8441552
18 inch calf too fat for these or other low socks. Please wear dark tights.

[Anonymous No.8445212]

So I want to peruse DreamV and maybe purchase something but I can't do that without measurements, and I can't understand this chart at all. Google will barely translate anything on the page. Can some anon help? Pic related.

[Anonymous No.8445221]

>>8445212
>Size: W3L
>Shoulders: 37cm
>Bust: 112cm

Damn son you fat

[Anonymous No.8445236]

>>8445221
Bless you anon. What are the rest of the numbers? Is the 113 waist or hip?

[Anonymous No.8445237]

I'm looking for an idea of what to cosplay as for an upcoming con in my city next month. I was thinking of going as an animu girl as it would probably offer a wider selection of who to choose, and actually be recognized too. Preferably something cheap/simplistic, if possible. I'm tall, lanky, and wear glasses. Any suggestions would be grand.

[Anonymous No.8445249]

>>8445236
113 is the hem circumference.
Here is the rest now that I've gotten over the W3L size.

>Length: 60cm
>Sleeve length: 22.5cm
>Sleeve opening (has elastic): 28cm
>upper arm circumference: 48cm
>armhole (cuff): 56cm

[Anonymous No.8445251]

>>8445249
Thank you SO much! And I'm working on losing weight, but fatties need clothes too.

[Anonymous No.8447864]

would spray paint mess up tint on plexiglass? i need to transfer a simple x symbol in white onto a sheet of plexiglass tinted with the stick on stuff. i was planning on making a stencil and just spray painting it on, but i'm afraid the spray paint would ruin the tint? any suggestions or ideas?

[Anonymous No.8447935]

>>8447864

I think it'd be OK, why don't you spraypaint a scrap of the tinted film first though?

The paint is safe on plexiglass itself.

[Anonymous No.8448077]

>>8441663
LOL, this picture was taken in Poland, Pyrkon!

[Anonymous No.8448619]

What do you guys think about cosplaying outside of your race?
It seems everyone can do it but white people. I really want to cosplay a Black character but since i'm deathly white i'm not sure how i can get around the whole "omfg u racist" thing.
Not as if i'm going to be wearing black face.

Stick with the character design wearing slightly darker makeup all over my body (nothing darker than 2-3 shades of my normal skin tone since i'm the lightest shade you got.) or keep my skin the way it is?

[Anonymous No.8448699]

Does someone know which ones of the of the EGL sales mods are active and fast with replying? That availability list is outdated as fuck + I'm tired of having to wait weeks until a reply from a mod.

I'm having issues with a seller and I need clarification asap. Can someone recommend me a mod?

[Anonymous No.8448706]

>>8431161
Holy shit, I never realized this. Thanks anon!

[Anonymous No.8448987]

>>8445237
Please respond.

[Anonymous No.8449396]

Is there a specific name for the skirts and dresses with the painting prints on them? Or a brand in particular that sells them? I mostly lurk here and haven't taken part in any of the fashion myself, but I love these dresses.

[Anonymous No.8449400]

>>8449396
There isn't a formal name but people just usually call them 'painting dresses'. Juliette et Justine (JetJ) is the most known brand for them and I believe, started or at least popularized the whole trend but these days, even Bodyline has a couple.

[Anonymous No.8449457]

>>8448619
The race isn't the costume. Don't bother darkening yourself for it. Make the costume to the best of your ability, and if anyone wants to give you shit over your skin tell them to fuck off.

[Anonymous No.8449577]

>>8448619
Don't be stupid. White people do it all the fucking time. Do you think Japanese anime characters are white? No, they aren't. Just cosplay what you like, and don't darken yourself for it, it won't make you look more accurate, it'll just look really off. No one cares, it's a fucking character.

I can't even believe you suggested darkening your skin lol have you seen that done before? It always looks so bad, and that's usually when Tumblr comes out the woodwork. Just cosplay who you like. Would you tell a black cosplayer to lighten their skin to cosplay a white character? No? Then don't suggest it to yourself, you silly goose.

[Anonymous No.8449582]

How do I sew stretchy material without permanently stretching the sewn bits?
I know I use a ball point needle, but what about the pressure foot, isn't that what stretches it out as I'm sewing?
Please help.

[Anonymous No.8449600]

>>8444388
The sticky residue may be a lot harder to clean than you expect and cleaning solutions designed for removing residue may damage the leather.

[Anonymous No.8450043]

>>8449582
Stabilize the fabric with either tissue paper or a wash-out stabilizer first to make it act like a non-stretch fabric under the sewing machine. Always test on a piece of scrap fabric first to make sure it works.

[Anonymous No.8450223]

Thanks for the advice :)>>8449577
>>8449457

[Anonymous No.8450385]

Where can I find a trench coat with no buttons like this, and that green coat he has under it.

[Anonymous No.8450442]

>>8450385
I think I see the buttons on the other flap since it's unbuttoned.

And if you really don't want buttons, you can always...you know...remove them?

[Anonymous No.8450525]

How do I join RC: U?

[Anonymous No.8450568]

>>8448619
If you are pasty pale, I'd at least subtly darken a few shades with makeup and self-tanner. It's kind of a parody to be white as a ghost and playing a dark skinned character. But practice quite a bit so it's smooth and even and keep it very natural looking. And yes, I'd suggest a slightly lighter but natural makeup to a black person playing a white or Asian character too. And contouring for all, amen. And no, this is not black-, yellow- or white-facing, it's just an attempt at better character accuracy. If you were playing another race in a stage role, they would do your makeup like this so that's where my thinking is based.

But opinions are going to vary and you will likely get shit no matter what you do so be prepared for that.

[Anonymous No.8450592]

Er, is it possible to remove fabric glue from, well, fabric? What's the best method if so? If I can't, I'll just cover it up I guess.

[Anonymous No.8450660]

>>8450592
Try solvents like paint thinner, Goo Gone, isopropyl alcohol, acetone, etc. Test on a tiny area first. I've had good luck if applied within minutes of realizing that I'd dun goofed

[Anonymous No.8450728]

>>8435872
I've ordered from them multiple times and their communication has always been great, and delivery always fast. Although they use DHL which often has fees.

[Anonymous No.8451116]

What is the "yen trick"? I came across it in the Bodyline thread, is it a trick to buy dresses for a lower price?

[Anonymous No.8451170]

>>8451116
Yes. Simply go to the section at the top that has the currency listed, then click it and select Japanese yen. BL's site isn't up to date on conversion rates (nor were they ever even close to begin with lol), so setting it to yen makes things significantly cheaper when it's actually converted back into whatever currency you usually use. So, for example, the unicorn dress that just came out is $133 USD. Setting your currency to yen on the site puts it at 9,999 yen. So, when I actually buy the dress, it'll actually charge me about $81 USD for it.

[Anonymous No.8451204]

>>8448699
seconding this

don't use wonderfinch, she blew off my messages while posting around elsewhere

[Anonymous No.8451557]

>>8451170
Ok, thank you!

[Anonymous No.8451719]

What's the best shopping service for tiny auction orders?Like, just a couple of accessories or jewelry only. Europoor speaking.

[Anonymous No.8451763]

Would it be considered ita to wear a face mask with a coord? Some people in my comm wear perfumes I'm allergic to and my nose runs and my eyes get puffy and I look gross in photos. Would it be a bad thing to wear a mask at a meet to hide the reaction?

[Anonymous No.8452700]

Where can one get a seifuku that's better quality than Bodyline? Especially in cute patterns.

[Anonymous No.8453091]

I want to try to do a shanks cosplay, anyone know the best place or way to get or make his sword

Everything else should be easy enough to obtain

[Anonymous No.8453103]

>>8451763
Nah, just say you have really bad allergies or something along those lines. Masks aren't too uncommon in most other jfashions, so I think it would be odd, but not something too outlandish and weird.

[Anonymous No.8453136]

>>8451763
Puffy eyes are just going to be even more evident with a mask. You won't be able to discreetly wipe your nose at all. Take an allergy tab and ask the meet host to take photos at the beginning of the meet before you react and to help you sit furthest away from the perfumed people that affect you.

[Anonymous No.8453173]

>>8452700
If you want something that has wintry patterns or cherry blossoms, Taobao's a good place to look in stores that sell really weeb stuff like Vocaloid and/or shimapan.

Or, if you want an easier route but is a total ripoff, SpreePicky sells some for $60, last I checked, which was last year.

[Anonymous No.8453177]

Is it okay to wear red contacts for a Gothic coord ? Would it just end up looking weird?

[Anonymous No.8453192]

>>8453177
It really depends what you look like otherwise. If everything else is perfect and the coord is formal with nothing costume-like or weeby, you can probably do it.

[Anonymous No.8453548]

Is it completely normal to buy the same exact blouse in more than one colorway?

[Anonymous No.8453693]

When is the right time to ask Chibi Tenshi for am invoice? I know she's busy right now, so I don't want to bother her, but I also don't want her to think I'm a non-paying buyer...

[Anonymous No.8453698]

>>8453693
she sends you the invoice when she receives the items

[Anonymous No.8453700]

>>8453698
Ah, alright. Thank you. This was my first time using her as a ss, so I wasn't too sure.

[Anonymous No.8453897]

I'm not a cosplayer nor a lolita, but I try to go to cons whenever I can. I have a question. Is it really that useful to take photos with a big and expensive camera? I just take photos for the memories and don't post photos of cosplayers online because maybe they don't want photos of them on the internet. I take photos with my smartphone, it's an android so it makes some noise whenever I take a picture (which is embarrassing) and sometimes it's blurry for no reason. But at the same time I don't think I can afford a camera, even a cheap one, right now.

So what do you think about it? Also, do you use a camera or a phone during cons?

[Anonymous No.8454173]

>>8453103
>>8453136

Thank you guys! I'll take some with me, both masks and tabs, and try to find a balance.

[Anonymous No.8454210]

>>8453897
Photographer here. The big difference between a smartphone and a basic DSLR are huge because of the sensor size. Photography is a game of light capture and manipulation, and the basic Canon Ti series (inb4 shilling for Canon) is able to capture much higher image quality than a basic iphone6/Galaxys6.


I use my old DSLR, and I even have a website (no time to shill though, its bad practice). Would you like to know more?

On topic, I'm a newish photographer (had my DSLR for 1 year, been doing cons for years, finally upgraded a year ago, I mainly do east coast cons when work permits,) and I have a question for you cosplayers, I assume you all like business cards, but would you sign release forms if say I wanted to use your image on a improved business card (currently my business cards are a shot of a battleship I took forever ago, but I would like some more weeaboo themed ones for my weeabo events.)

[Anonymous No.8454453]

First time Lacemarket seller here. How does LS notify you when people buy your stuff? Is it through their message system or email or what?

[Anonymous No.8454475]

>>8454453
You get sent emails when someone bids on/wins your stuff.

[Anonymous No.8454731]

How do I order from Ank Rouge?

[Anonymous No.8455421]

I ended up with extra money this month and need an overlock machine and a dress form but can't choose which one to buy. Which one should I get?

[Anonymous No.8455434]

>>8455421
If you sew a lot of cosplay knits or things that need rolled hems, the overlock, if you need to fit your things better, the form. My regular machine does a couple of overcast stitches and I'm used to it so I'd go for the form over an overlock machine. My dresses started fitting better once I started using my form regularly, plus my skirt hems are easier to do and look nicer. Just depends on your needs, mostly.

[Anonymous No.8455567]

>>8453548
Well, I don't know if it's the norm, but it's not unusual either. If it matches your wardrobe, who cares, just go for it.

[Anonymous No.8455673]

I'm selling off some old cosplay shit on ebay, and it's my first time selling online. The auction ends two days from now and my starting price was $100, and I've gotten a few low early bids, the current highest being $107. The most recent bid, however, was $104. So my question is, what gives? What's the point of bidding lower than my highest bid? Are they just banking on the high bidder flaking out or something?

[Anonymous No.8455674]

>>8430065
difference between indie brand and just brand?

[Anonymous No.8455915]

>>8455674
Brand is the biggest Japanese brands (baby, ap, iw, etc) while indie brand is not as popular but still well known and decent quality, often times they're Chinese or Korean brands (ex. Haenuli)

[Anonymous No.8457001]

>>8455673
You're probably reading the history wrong - ebay does not allow you to bid under the current price. In order of time your bids could look like:

Bidder A bids a max of $105. Current auction price is $10
Bidder B bids a max of $104.
Ebay auto-ups the price to $105 because that's what Bidder A's max was.

Bidder A technically put the $105 price in before Bidder B, so you can't just look at the timestamps.

[Anonymous No.8457176]

any good petticoats from bodyline?

[Anonymous No.8457190]

>>8453548
I know some people do it because s certain blouse looks much better on them than other cuts do or has a fit or sleeve they really like.

[Anonymous No.8457309]

>>8453548
Totally. If it fits well, suits your wardrobe and looks good on you, why not get it in a few different colors? I usually pick up a black and ivory blouse in the same cut.

[Anonymous No.8457322]

What is mbok?

[Anonymous No.8457351]

>>8457322
Auction site. Originally made and meant for mobile phones (the flip phones). Just browse the site to understand what it's about.
>http://www.mbok.jp

[Anonymous No.8457362]

>>8457001
Thank you!

[Anonymous No.8457882]

Can you use fabric paint to paint polyester? Can you even paint polyester at all? I need to paint the sides of pic related grey but I don't know if it'll work.

[Anonymous No.8457957]

>>8450525
Submit a request to be added like you would with any other fb group

[Anonymous No.8458327]

Other than honeycolor and pinkyparadise where is it recommended to get circle lenses?

[Anonymous No.8458443]

Would it be pretty easy to modify this pattern so that there wouldn't be a seam in the front? I would move the zipper to the back.

[Anonymous No.8458455]

>>8458443
You would have to re-draft the pattern to have side seams. I'd look for a different one.

[Anonymous No.8458462]

>>8458443
Was going to use it for a Sango costume. Any suggestions for how to make the part of the collar that comes down to the shoulder?

[Anonymous No.8458466]

>>8457176
No. They are scratchy, too short and lose pouf or are too flat to start with.

[Anonymous No.8458475]

>>8458462
Most people fake it.

You take some stretchy bias tape in the right color and put it on top of the turtleneck part and then extend it to the shoulder. Then just sew it in place.

[Anonymous No.8458552]

I have the haircut, but I have no idea what product to use for Superboy's hair. Any recommendations?

[Anonymous No.8458782]

If I get something printed on transfer paper meant to be transferred using a heat press, can I use an iron to transfer it??

[Anonymous No.8458788]

>>8458782
>>8458782
Uh to clarify, I mean t-shirt transfer paper

[Anonymous No.8459603]

can you use sock glue like spirit gum to affix fake stubble/wig sideburns?

[Anonymous No.8459630]

>>8430065
Whenever I place an online order on a Japanese-based site that doesn't require an SS, I'm unsure on how to format a USA address.
Once you indicate the USA delivery address, the form changes to accommodate, usually by offering three separate bars labelled Address 1, Address 2, and Address 3, with only the first Address 1 bar being mandatory to fill in.
Below that are mandatory drop-down menus for state and zip code but usually not for city.

>After completing the state/zip, what exactly goes in the fill-in address bars?
Do you fill only the street address (12345 Name Street) in bar 1?
Or do you put the entire address in bar 1 (12345 Name Street; City, CA 54321 USA)?
Or do you put street in bar 1 (12345 Name Street) with the rest in bar 2 (City, CA 54321 USA)?

I know stores usually just use the Paypal address registered to your account so it doesn't matter that much, but it just bothers me lol

Also,
> How do you quell your retail therapy urges? );

[Anonymous No.8459644]

>>8459630
You start big and get smaller basically, so the bar 1 would be City and bar 2 would be Street + Number. Sometimes they make you put it all on one line if you're buying international, so refer to whatever directions they have in their FAQs if those exist.

> How do you quell your retail therapy urges? );
Look at your bank account.

[Anonymous No.8459653]

>>8459630
Quell retail therapy urges by having a fashion list and plan for your closet and just buy stuff from the list. Set a small amount aside for impulse buying if you like to do it but to me, it's more satisfying to have a cohesive plan and work within my budget.
Also, maybe don't window shop online as a hobby, the things fall into the cart all too easily.

[Anonymous No.8459740]

If you live in Japan can you easily set up a mbok/yahoo auctions account? Do you have to have a Japanese card that works online (I have a Japanese bank card but it basically works as a cash card and works in only certain brick and mortar stores) or could I use my international Visa card?

[Anonymous No.8459802]

Why can I go through dumblr and find giant girls wearing too-small JSKs but no one wants to buy my XL JSK or swap for a size down?

>tfw 'add 4cms!' put me in the wrong sizing bracket where the listed measurements were max not min or med
>can grab over a fistful of fabric around my waist/chest and it's ten meters too long

C'mon people, buy jsks that fit you. from me.

[Anonymous No.8459804]

>>8459802
Post a photo and measurements in the BST thread here.

[Anonymous No.8459815]

>>8459804
I've done that nearly every BST thread that has been around and I've been posting on local BST sites. At this rate I'd be happy to just find the M/L, buy it and sell the two JSKs.

>But seriously why aren't people ever interested in trading for LARGER sizes when their size doesn't fit?

I know it's not a ~help~ question thread, but I'd kill for a lolita dress that's a good plus size if the one I got was too small.

[Anonymous No.8459820]

>>8459815
What brand is it?

[Anonymous No.8459826]

>>8459820
Haenuli. Apparently their shirring is purely aesthetic. I've selfposted before so I'll do it again.
>I'm wearing a massively padded bra to fill out the chest area, almost considered wearing a fatsuit
Also please excuse the lack of poof my petti gives, I wasn't prepared for so much fabric, obviously.

[Anonymous No.8460218]

How would you go about making these belts?

[Anonymous No.8460308]

Is it possible to order from DreamV without a shopping service, through the english rakuten?

[Anonymous No.8460406]

>>8458552
I'd go with some with a flexible hold like sculpting wax. Do you have a hairdresser you see regularly? Try asking them for recommendations.

[Anonymous No.8460412]

>>8459603
In a pinch it would probably work, but I would always go with a product that is meant to go on your face like spirit gum.

[Anonymous No.8460418]

>>8460218
Get a white, flat, canvas/cotton belt and paint on the designs.

[Anonymous No.8460508]

Wtf does this guy has under the coat? It's not a normal shirt, that is

[Anonymous No.8460523]

>>8460508
Looks like a dress shirt with a big ruffle attached sideways down the center. Girls' blouses sometimes have this.

[Anonymous No.8460548]

>>8436596
Have you checked out AliExpress? It's not EU but it has "free" (factored into the price but still cheap) shipping and tiny cheap packages are less likely to be intercepted by customs.

[Anonymous No.8460562]

>>8440123
Measure your feet from toe to heel, then go with the size same as/just above the size of your feet in mm. Also check reviews like >>8440949 said. RHS for instance run narrow and it's recommended to go a size up.

[Anonymous No.8460578]

>>8451763
>>8454173
Maybe it's just me but I'd at least mention your allergy to the girls who are wearing the perfume, if you know who they are. If I found out that someone in my comm had an averse reaction to my perfume I'd stop wearing it to meets I knew they were going to be at.

[Anonymous No.8460685]

Do Q-Pot items ever come back in stock or is it like lolita where once they're gone they're pretty much gone for good?

[Anonymous No.8460919]

Does anyone know of a lolita outfit similar to the pink one in pic related? And does this type of outfit have a name?

[Anonymous No.8460970]

>>8450660
Sorry it took me so long to reply but I finally tested googone today and it worked! Thank you anon!!

[Anonymous No.8461007]

>>8459826
I think all the fatties who wanted this print rushed in to order the black onepiece during the reservation. Maybe that's why. I rarely see anyone wearing this cut/color.

[Anonymous No.8461322]

>>8461007
I have both colours of the JSK. I prefer the white, actually, it's such a shame. I can't see where to take it in that won't distort the print since it needs darts around the bust too.

[Anonymous No.8461337]

>>8460919
This is not close to being lolita at all. If you wanted something similar in length and in style, I would suggest looking at salopettes instead of regular lolita dresses.

[Anonymous No.8461409]

>>8460919
Just because the dress has a ribbon and scalloped hem doesn't mean it's lolita. The green one is moreso than the pink one, but neither are lolita dresses. Try looking for pink sundresses.

Pic related. Sorta. It's the closest I could find in a minute.

[Anonymous No.8461417]

>>8461337
>>8461409
Thank you for helping a retard such as myself. I wanted to find a lolified version of said dress, if that makes things any clearer?

[Anonymous No.8461464]

>>8461417
A "lolified" version would be drastically different in cut and silhouette and the only thing it would share with your posted image is the color pink. Look around for solid pink lolita JSKs with white bow(s)?

[Anonymous No.8461474]

>>8461464
Brace yourself for some more retard:
What does JSK mean?

[Anonymous No.8461483]

>>8461474
Lurk more before asking for lolita advice, please.
But since this is a dumb question thread... Jumper skirt.

[Anonymous No.8461484]

>>8461474
Jumperskirt. Sleeveless and shaped more like a sundress than a dress and it takes a blouse under.
I like this thread, people are learning a lot.

[Anonymous No.8461486]

>>8461483
I think it's really rude to tell someone to lurk more in a dumb questions thread, sheesh.

[Anonymous No.8461496]

>>8461483
It's just hard to find an answer to such a question regularly since everyone else here seems so experienced.
>>8461484
Thanks anon. Is an under blouse necessary, akin to the necessity of a petticoat?

[Anonymous No.8461497]

>>8461486
it's a dumb questions thread not a retard who can't google questions thread.

[Anonymous No.8461518]

>>8461497
You should be GLAD they are asking here instead of the lolita threads but whatevs.

>>8461496
Yes, blouse is required under or bolero/cardigan etc is worn over it (and don't remove it) or it's considered ita by most Lolitas. 'No bare shoulders' is almost as much a rule as 'petticoat required'.
You'll see people debate this at times but it hasn't changed.

[Anonymous No.8461529]

>>8461518
Is a bolero/cardigan/shawl considered a necessary accessory with a jsk/blouse combination?
This is my last question, I promise. Thanks for being so patient.

[Anonymous No.8461534]

>>8440941
an entire group of my friends (like 10+) started watching it after the lesbian shit so, yes.

[Anonymous No.8461550]

>>8461529
No, one or the other is sufficient though you can certainly layer them in colder weather. I like having both so I have more ways to wear my JSK.
Don't worry about grumpy Anons, this is the right place to ask these things and most of us who answer do it because we enjoy helping.

[Anonymous No.8461553]

>>8431432
Liz Lisa more recently is also being featured in Larme magazine, a new trend as well.

[Anonymous No.8461559]

>>8461518
>You should be GLAD they are asking here instead of the lolita threads but whatevs.
Teach em how to fish con't coddle them and let them be stupid dependents forever.

[Anonymous No.8461563]

>>8461559
>get angry over dumb questions in a dumb question thread
plz.

[Anonymous No.8461580]

>>8461559
I agree past introductory noob questions so why don't you do something helpful and link to the sticky, a lolita wiki or current faq? Oh right because they are all super out of date.

But yeah, a couple of clueless noob questions get a pass from me and most others here and you can always just hide the thread so why are you here, exactly?

I pleasantly answer at least a few noob questions personally because 1. It's polite and 2. it fosters a friendly atmosphere so noobs don't get intimidated or scared away before they learn that the majority of us aren't grumpy cunts waving their canes to 'get off my lawn'.

[Anonymous No.8461616]

>>8460562
Is this how Japanese shoe sizes are figured out? Because I measured my foot once and I thought the shoes would fit, but online size converter said it was 2 sizes above mine.

[Anonymous No.8461667]

does anyone remember that one girl who always posted nice outfits she was plus sized and about 6ft
like I cannot for the life of me remember her name or her blog

[Anonymous No.8461722]

>>8445237

[Anonymous No.8461793]

>>8434774
you really should make an account. it helps.

[Anonymous No.8461799]

>>8436033
I got something mailed to me as Miss Miss once. It's fine.

[Anonymous No.8461802]

>>8436596
search for Mulberry Paper Flowers. They look fabulous, are cheaper than silk, and come in way more weird colors.

[Anonymous No.8461823]

>>8461616

Shoes aren't standardized. So there is no exact match between different countries.

Since Japanese shoes are CM based instead of something insane like a lot of other countries shoes, Japanese shoes are actually easier to size than most other countries shoes, as long as you measure correctly.

This lolita blog has a guide on how to measure your feet: http://www.rainedragon.com/getting-the-right-japanese-shoe-size/

[Anonymous No.8461831]

>>8461793
That's a great idea and I'm going to do it. I read that sign up is a bit of a pain but that it's fun once you figure things out. I'd like to give it a try.

[Anonymous No.8461835]

>>8460562
Don't measure from tow to heel. You have to trace your foot on to paper and then measure the box. See >>8461823

[Anonymous No.8461838]

>>8461835
Nor should you measure from toe to heel. I'm clearly need to stop typing and go to bed.

[Anonymous No.8461938]

what's the difference between lolita dresses/jsk and skater dresses?

[Anonymous No.8461951]

>>8461938
lolita dresses are designed to puff out more. so you have a petti underneath it and thatswhy there is more fabric. skater dresses you wear as is, and they have enough fabric to twirl and stuff but it's not nearly as much fabric as an OP or a JSK.

[Anonymous No.8462084]

>>8461823
Thanks!

[Anonymous No.8462090]

>>8461938
Different fit, cut, fabric, construction. There's no way to make a skater dress into a suitable lolita dress.

[Anonymous No.8462232]

>>8461580
I actually really like the idea of a lolita wiki...

>>8461938
What >>8461951 said. Also the fabric is hugely different and construction is more solid. I've never seen a lolita op or jsk with plain shoulder straps or sleeves like a skater dress. A lolita JSK has a certain neckline, too, to allow for blouses underneath and OP necklines are modest in height over a skater dress.

[Anonymous No.8462254]

Had anyone success with mailing JetJ? I mean getting an answer for a question?

I mailed them three days ago and still got no answer. Should I re-sent my question and maybe translate it into japanese?

[Anonymous No.8462267]

Why are clothes from good quality lolita stores on taoboa still referred to as off-brand?

[Anonymous No.8462272]

>>8462267
I meant Taobao, of course.

[Anonymous No.8462284]

>>8462267
Because they're not from one of the major Japanese brands and they're Chinese brands. Probably laced with carcinogens and made with no real industrial or workplace safety standards.

[Anonymous No.8462337]

Is there a visual difference between a JSK and an OP? I'm a little ashamed, cause I've been following lolita fashion for nearly a decade (never worn it for this reason, though) but the only thing I've ever found was the OPs have sleeves (even if they're tiny) whereas the JSKs have straps, and I don't know if this is universal or just limited to the brands I like. Is.. is that it or am I missing something?

[Anonymous No.8462502]

>>8462337
Yup that's it. OP stands for One Piece so it's a dress you usually don't need to wear a blouse under unlike a JSK.

[Anonymous No.8462956]

Will innocent world let you cancel an entire order if one or more items in that order is sold out?

[Anonymous No.8462981]

>>8462956
Oh and will lolita stores generally allow requests to undervalue/declare as a gift for international customers?

[Anonymous No.8463166]

What's the best way to color your eyebrows to match a wig?
>in b4 google it
I've tried many methods and they're either too harsh on my skin or my eyebrows are so dark that it just doesn't work.

[Anonymous No.8463209]

>>8462981
Bodyline lets you mark down packages but no other brand is willing to compromise their business like that so be prepared to pay customs fees out the ass if you live in Europe.

To answer your other question, I'm pretty sure they will if it's the biggest item in your order (like a JSK or such) but not if it's just a small accessory in a big order.

[Anonymous No.8463214]

>>8463166
Have you tried eyebrow mascara, anon? My eyebrows are really thick and dark brown but the right eyebrow mascara still lightens them well enough that a milk tea wig looks passable. Otherwise just cut your bangs so that they cover your eyebrows and no one will find out~

[Anonymous No.8463303]

Should a petticoat be shorter or longer in length than the outfit you're wearing?

[Anonymous No.8463308]

>>8463209
>live in UK
>all big brands force EMS shipping
>EMS is exclusively handled by parcelcunts
Welp there goes my entry into this hobby. I refuse to give those pricks a pound more of my money the way they've fucked me over before.

[Anonymous No.8463402]

>>8463308
You can bypass this by using an SS that is willing to mark down your package and ship with another shipping method. I do it all the time. You do pay fees for the service, and there is still a a chance it goes through customs but I haven't had to pay anything for 1.5 years.

[Anonymous No.8463415]

What is sissy style, and why is it bad?

[Anonymous No.8463418]

>>8463402
Ah, never even thought of that. What SS do you use? I'm worried the fees with it may make me unable to afford it.

[Anonymous No.8463435]

>>8463415
It's old men dressed up like and pretending to be toddlers or little girls. Lolitas dislike them because they often try to join comms to hang out with young girls, are generally creepy,and often steal photo's of actual lolitas to use for their roleplaying

[Anonymous No.8463444]

>>8463435
Yuck. I just assumed it was traps who were into lolita, thanks for informing me.

[Anonymous No.8463467]

Is mixing lolita and non lolita stuff looked down upon in this community?
Say I was decked out in brand stuff but my shoes were mary janes from a regular retail store, would that cause flack?

[Anonymous No.8463512]

>>8463166
I use highlighter mascara and it works great. Eyebrows are supposed to be naturally darker than hair anyways, so it's totally fine that you don't get 100% perfect coverage & match. It actually looks better if your eyebrows are halfway to the hair color (assuming you have black or very dark brown base eyebrow color).

[Anonymous No.8463517]

>>8463303
Shorter by about 1-2 inches. Petticoats shouldn't peek.

[Anonymous No.8464386]

>>8462956
Usually, yes. When they email you, just be very apologetic and sad " oh, I only wanted those things to match with the dress :( can I cancel the order?"

[Anonymous No.8464394]

>>8462267
taobao brands are typically poorly advertised in English or Japanese and were not well known outside of China until fairly recently. They also aren't usually featured in publications, so they don't have the same reach.

[Anonymous No.8464397]

>>8462981
Not bog/reputable ones, and the reason isn't just to be mean or exclusive; it's that people claim things are damaged or stolen in transit and do charge backs and the company loses money because they couldn't insure it for the full value.

[Anonymous No.8464684]

>>8430065
My stupid question is when it comes to salopettes, do you wear a petti underneath it or not?

[Anonymous No.8465512]

Still working on this one. I kinda wanna go the extra mile and do the thorns as well but it'd be super cool if I could make something where I just press a button or use some other trigger and they pop out and wrap around me. Is that even fucking possible or is it a pipe dream?