>>9670008
I've had a handful of online friends for a few years now. A few months ago I met them in a major city in full gothic lolita, veil and all. The first minute out of my B&B a bird shit on me. I'm not joking. A fucking bird shit on my OP. I ran back to my room and washed that shit so thoroughly there was no trace of it, let it air dry, was running half an hour late. Rushed to the train station. Some girl in punk clothing high-fived me when we were both crossing a cross-walk and screamed "wrist-cuffs, FUCK YEAH"
On the train, the ticket lady gave me some trouble but I gave her my pass and made some small talk. By the time we got to my destination she was all smiles and asked to take a picture with me.
Took one more train to get to the museum- there was another lolita on board. I don't want to sound judgmental but her hair was very limp and she was wearing striped stockings- but she was very, very nice. We talked for a minute about our coords and parted ways.
Once I met up with my friends they were extremely surprised that I came in a full coord but were delighted and the rest of the day was beautiful. We went to a beautiful art gallery, had a fancy lunch, visited the local art district and finished the evening by the beach.
I've had a lot of excellent experiences in lolita. The ONLY awkward moments I've had were on buses where normies asked for my picture for the obvious novelty, and I didn't give any fucks and humored them.
I don't understand lolitas who are offended by people being amused or find their way of dressing novel. It's unusual, it's fun, there's nothing wrong with people giving you extra attention or whatever. I really love wearing gothic lolita and getting the chance to wear it in a socially acceptable setting is just wonderful.