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Thrills Thursday: Haenuli Little Prince Reservation, Lolita Fashion Video Featuring Haenuli, AnimeNEXT Featuring Baby, the Stars Shine Bright in Fashion Show

June 6, 2013, 10:00 am
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Have you heard of Haenuli yet? If not, you are really missing out on the latest up and coming brand. Really coming out of the woodwork, Haenuli is showing off their stuff with their latest designs, and floating on the latest galaxy trend that has hit seemingly every fashion style imaginable (with Lolita fashion being no exception), they are doing reservations for their new release, "The Little Prince".

Reservations have started, reserve your items now! 





While on the busy side, it does have a mystical quality that is drawing me to it. Personally, I am very partial to the tights and will probably be picking up a pair. I do not know how I feel about the one-piece; I feel like the top does not go with the bottom. It is a similar feeling I had about their Dreaming Cinderella print as the cut away seemed to be placed randomly (too stark a contrast). I like the Little Prince skirt on its own better.

 I also came across this really well-done video about Lolita fashion. It also happens to feature Haenuli, but the first part where it went into the life of the married woman I could really identify with. It just showed her going about her business with her daughter (who is absolutely adorable in her mini Lolita outfits), and everyone enjoying the happiness she brings through her outfits.

The interview with her in-laws is really telling of how the fashion style has not changed who she is; you can tell they believe she should still be allowed to be herself. Keeping your identity after marriage, at least in my experience, seems to be strange to people (like suddenly you have lost your individual lives and have become one entity). Being a part of Lolita fashion just is not a big deal!

 

Talking about other brands, AnimeNEXT in New Jersey, USA is holding a large fashion show featuring Baby, the Stars Shine Bright. Models have been selected, and the show is going this upcoming weekend! I have not been able to return to AnimeNEXT since 2008, but if anyone is able to get photos of the event, be sure to post them up so us unable to attend can see!
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Frills Friday: Green with Envy in Metamorphose Black Raschel Lace

June 7, 2013, 9:00 am
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I find a lot of people get reserved about using their own hair in a coordinate, resorting to a wig, especially if the hair color is unnatural. This coordinate shows how you can integrate your hair color with your outfit, and it will not look bad! I find wigs to be a little overdone and unnecessary, and seeing someone sport their own hair is refreshing. The contrast of the black to the green is really well done (the photography is really well done as well, so that is probably helping!). Enjoy this Frills Friday addition!

From daily_lolita LiveJournal community
Photography Credit
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Survey: Lolita Fashion & Replicas

June 8, 2013, 8:35 am
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To keep up-to-date statistics on the Lolita fashion world, this survey series provides trending data for pertinent information in this sub-culture. To use this data in your project or paper, please read the information here. These surveys' polling audience involve a dominantly female English speaking audience with the majority of its participants coming from the EGL LiveJournal community, this blog's followers, and Lolita fashion groups within other social media outlets, like Twitter, Tumblr, and Facebook. The exact demographics are provided in the beginning of each survey. Please keep this in mind when using the data for research purposes.
Say hello to Hammie!
The bow makes him so Lolita XD

This survey is meant for those who actively participate in Lolita fashion.

This week's survey is Lolita Fashion & Replicas.

The survey will take 20 - 30 minutes to complete.

Please take the survey here.

The survey will be available for a week after this post's published date and time. Results will be compiled and available a week after the survey closes.

Thank you for your continued participation in these surveys, and if you would like to take more in the future, follow this blog! You can do so through Twitter, BlogLovin', or Google+
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Survey: Lolita Fashion and Business

June 12, 2013, 4:00 am
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To keep up-to-date statistics on the Lolita fashion world, this survey series provides trending data for pertinent information in this sub-culture. To use this data in your project or paper, please read the information here. These surveys' polling audience involve a dominantly female English speaking audience with the majority of its participants coming from the EGL LiveJournal community, this blog's followers, and Lolita fashion groups within other social media outlets, like Twitter, Tumblr, and Facebook. The exact demographics are provided in the beginning of each survey. Please keep this in mind when using the data for research purposes.
Say hello to Hammie!
The bow makes him so Lolita XD

This survey is meant for those who actively participate in Lolita fashion.

This week's survey is Lolita Fashion & Business.
(about your personal work environment)

The survey will take 5 - 15 minutes to complete.

Please note: I am trying out a new logic system to help people get around questions that do not apply to them based on how they answered, so some people may have a 30 question survey, while others only have 10. Hopefully this helps!

Please take the survey here.

The survey will be available for a week after this post's published date and time. Results will be compiled and available a week after the survey closes.

Thank you for your continued participation in these surveys, and if you would like to take more in the future, follow this blog! You can do so through Twitter, BlogLovin', or Google+
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Thrills Thursday: Lolita Kawaii Weekend Netherlands, Baby, the Stars Shine Bright Survey and Outlet Sale, Innocent World 70% Off Outlet Sale

June 13, 2013, 8:30 am
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I have been following the story through Facebook for a while, but they have gone public with it on EGL LiveJournal community. In the Netherlands, they are hosting a weekend of activities featuring Misako Aoki amd RinRin Doll.  Kawaii International is filming the event to be aired on Japanese television channel NHK World. They have an event page on Facebook going with ticket information. Some events going on during the weekend include a tea party, bingo with Lolita fashion items as prizes, performances by the special guests, and a day trip to a castle.

From EGL post
Oh, and in case you did not know yet, Misako Aoki sings now. It is different - lots of auto tune! Not my cup of tea (see what I did there?), but I am sure she will have some kind of fan base for it based on her popularity as a Lolita fashion model. Anyone notice the guitarist to the left onstage breaking it down?

For those looking for the latest drama debacle, there is apparently this thing about international customer service in regards to Baby, the Stars Shine Bright. I personally have ordered directly from them several times before without any issue, but a few people are speaking up about being sent to their blacklist for "no reason". There is an anonymous survey going around that was posted on EGL earlier if you have bought from them before to speak about your experience with them (extremely short, maybe 10 questions tops).


Baby, the Stars Shine Bright is also having an outlet sale, although not as good as the Innocent World one going on.

Innocent World is having a sale that is making their items around the same cost as Bodyline right now (70% off in some cases), so if you have been dying to get some new brand at affordable prices, you cannot beat this sale right now. There is a clear umbrella with their logo for close to $3 USD right now - insane! If I had not just gotten 10 jumper skirts in my last lucky pack from them, I would definitely purchase this adorable tartan one they have on sale for close to $60 USD. You just do not see those kind of low prices with brand, ever!

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Frills Friday: Natural Hair in Sweet Lolita Mixed with Liz Lisa

June 14, 2013, 6:00 am
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Going on this no-wigs trend, for newer Lolitas, suddenly wigs is coming up as a must-have item. Unless your hair is completely unmanageable, it really is not necessary. This Sweet Lolita outfit shows how you can have your natural hair and still wear a bright, cheery style; wigs are definitely not a requirement to wear Lolita fashion! I like the mixture with Liz Lisa as well, showing how brands known for being the main pieces in other styles (Liza Lisa to Gyaru, in this example) can easily migrate into a Lolita fashion outfit. It is fully utilizing of her wardrobe and not limiting herself to a single idea of what Sweet Lolita can be. The colors meld well together and form a perfect outfit to go about your business. Enjoy this Frills Friday addition!

From daily_lolita LiveJournal community

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Lolita Blog Carnival: Surviving the Heat

June 14, 2013, 4:01 pm
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For those living in warmer climates, or that have hot summers, Lolita fashion is probably the last thing on your mind. Especially if you are plus-size like myself, more layers just leads to more uncomfortable sweating. So what is a frilly person to do?
  • Put your natural hair up. Sometimes it is hot and you can still handle a wig, but I would recommend against it just because your head is a huge route for body heat to escape. Covering it up will make it worse. Same thing with too much on your head in forms of bows, hats, accessories, etc. Consider a small, light bow to the side or back to combat the heat.
  • Bring your parasol. Not only for the rain, but being under a parasol will bring down the temperature under your parasol go down a few degrees. You may think it is not significant enough, but I have found it to be vital to keeping my body temperature down. Plus, it also protects your skin (including the sun screen you should put on as well!)
  • Wear lighter fabrics. Chiffon and light cottons are everyone's friend in the heat! Leave your velveteen and skirts with three layers at home; less will be more helpful to your situation! Cutsews become your friend in this situation - perfect for a light, casual top that you can breathe in.
  • Get your light petticoat out. Smaller, not-as-poofy petticoats are best. Organza and chiffon based petticoats will be the lightest, whereas tulle or thicker materials will just add more layers to your body and less ways for the heat to escape.
  • Ankle socks, or no socks at all! If it is really hot out, do not bother with the knee socks - let your legs be free! Ankle socks, especially the newer ones that are see-through, are a great alternative. You also can get away with no socks if you wear a nice pair of open-toed shoes. Brands put these out during their summer months and advertise them as sandals, but they are much, much more fancy than your average flip flop. 
  • One-Pieces with no blouse, or sleeveless blouses. There are many sleeveless blouses that usually look best with a skirt, but under the right cut of a jumper skirt, can work with that as well. A one-piece covers all your bases in terms of main pieces to wear, but sometimes can be a little much in terms of layers. Be sure that the one-piece you pick to wear is light and simple!
Nothing speaks better than some visual examples, so here are some sample coordinates that you can wear with hot temperatures.


First example showcases a sailor inspired outfit (you really cannot have a Lolita fashion summer without at least one of these floating around). Notice how I did not take out the bloomers - although another layer, bloomers are great for capturing sweat around your legs, especially from sitting down for a long period of time in warmer temperatures. I especially like the loose hair do that is mostly up and off the face. No socks with this one either - we are using Baby, the Stars Shine Bright's summer sandals of this season to keep our legs cool. You can see the sources for the other items by clicking on the Polyvore set link.
Casual Summer Lolita Outfit


Say you want something a bit more Gothic - even though the heat is out, you still cannot break away from your dark closet. There are workarounds for that!

I personally own this Surface Spell dress, and it is so comfortable and so light, I feel like I am wearing nothing. At the same time, it is incredibly elegant; I have worn the dress to many occasions in a not-so-much Lolita outfit and received a lot of compliments on it. The dress also comes in other colors like a crimson red that would also look good in a Gothic Lolita wardrobe. Adding the bolero gives you the option to go with or without it, and the hairstyle is actually something I do often with my own hair - poof in the front, pin up randomly in the back with a slight curl. Makes it look a lot fancier than it takes to create, and is easy to add a hair bow too. It is a good alternative to people like me without bangs/fringe. Just need some bobby pins and light hair spray.

I will be the first to admit, I have a serious thing for gold and black together!

Gothic Black and Gold Summer Lolita Outfit

"This is all too dark for me, where are my pastels?" I did not forget about those who like pastels (and you can get anything I mentioned above in pastels as well), so I put together this set from one of my favorite recent releases from Innocent World.

Not only is it chiffon, but it is off the shoulder - perfect for the heat. It comes in various colors, but I am just featuring the pink and blue here for now. I could not find the blue transparent socks like I found with the pink ones, but I know they exist because I own them! I like these pieces because they really can be accessorized up as much or as little as you want, and still look great. I tried to keep it simple because we are trying to not overload ourselves with too many items because of the weather, but these can easily be added to.

Do not forget your parasol!

Light Blue Light Pink Summer Lolita Outfit


What else do you think can make a Lolita's life in the heat better or easier? I would love to hear new suggestions since I struggle with this a lot! When it gets warmer, I tend to just go with an "inspired" Lolita fashion coordinate, because I just cannot deal with the heat - I sweat too much! I really think people who brave the heat regardless are mini-warriors against the weather!


It is essentially a circle of Lolita bloggers coming together to write about a similar topic to help them come up with cute post ideas, share each other's opinions and ideas, and share each other's work. To be involved, you must be an active, seasoned Lolita blogger - you can read more about the requirements in the group info at the Facebook group. Be sure to follow all the requirements to submit an application, and you can request to join. The moderators of the group include Caro from FYeahLolita, Victoria from Parfait Doll, and myself. Feel free to contact any of us about how to get involved, or with your application.

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Survey Results: Lolita Fashion & Replicas

June 18, 2013, 9:18 am
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These survey results are related to the Lolita Fashion & Replicas survey post. To find out more information about this survey, future surveys, and about this process, please check out the Research & Surveys page.

If you would like a PDF that you can print out of these results, please e-mail me and I will get them out to you. The PDF version includes visual graphs of each question. Warning - the large answer questions do not look great with the graphs I have! I would suggest putting the plain text data into your own graphing software to generate the graphs for the questions with 10 or more answers.

This survey ran from June 10th, 2013 until June 18th, 2013. There were 494 responses in total, spanning over the following countries:


The demographics went by the following majority:

18 to 21 year old females living in North America that primarily identify with the Classic Lolita style. They have been interested in Lolita fashion for 3 to 5 years, and have been actively participating for 3 to 5 years.

Below shows the exact percentages for each demographic question.

Gender Identification:
  • Male - 2.1%
  • Female - 96.5%
  • Other - 1.4%
 Age:
  • 13 years old or younger - 0.4%
  • 14 - 17 years old - 15.5%
  • 18 - 21 years old - 35.3%
  • 22 - 25 years old - 27.8%
  • 26 - 30 years old - 13.0%
  • 31 years old or older - 8.0%
 Time interested in Lolita fashion:
  • I have never been interested in Lolita fashion - 0%
  • Less than 6 months - 1.0%
  • 7 months to 1 year - 5.7%
  • 1 - 2 years - 11.5%
  • 3 - 5 years - 44.8%
  • 6 - 8 years - 24.4%
  • 9 - 10 years - 7.4%
  • More than 10 years - 5.1%
Time actively participated in wearing Lolita fashion:
  • I have never particpated in Lolita fashion - 3.3%
  • Less than 6 months - 10.1%
  • 7 months to 1 year - 10.9%
  • 1 - 2 years - 28.1%
  • 3 - 5 years - 33.1%
  • 6 - 8 years - 10.5%
  • 9 - 10 years - 2.7%
  • More than 10 years - 1.4%
Lolita fashion styles that survey responders identify with:
  • I have never been a Lolita - 0.9%
  • Gothic - 14.8%
  • Sweet - 19.7%
  • Classic - 21.5%
  • Hime - 3.4%
  • Shiro - 2.4%
  • Kuro - 5.9%
  • Country - 4.8%
  • Sailor - 4.8%
  • Guro - 0.7%
  • Punk - 3.3%
  • Ero - 0.8%
  • Pirate - 3.3%
  • Steampunk - 2.5%
  • Fairy - 2.2%
  • Deco - 1.6%
  • Kodona/Ouji/Boystyle - 2.4%
  • Aristocrat/Elegant Gothic Aristocrat - 3.3%
  • None of the Above / Something Else - 2.0%
Continent of primary residence:
  • Africa - 0%
  • Asia - 3.5%
  • Europe - 37.1%
  • North America - 51.3%
  • Oceania - 5.6%
  • South America - 2.5%
Please select your measurements. This section is not required if you do not feel comfortable giving your measurements - please skip to this question if you do not wish to give them. Please note that this survey is anonymous, and the measurements will help give a better idea of what types of Lolitas are taking this survey. Use this for conversions. Inches are a rough estimate - it's better to go by your centimeter measurement.

Less than 60cm to 70cm
(~23.5in - 27.5in)		71cm - 80cm
(~27.6in - 31.5in)		80.1cm - 90cm
(~31.6in - 35.5in)		90.1cm - 100cm
(~35.6in - 39in)		100.1cm to more than 110cm
(~39.1in - 43in)		Responses
Bust14 (2.99%)56 (11.94%)219 (46.70%)114 (24.31%)66 (14.07%)469
Waist198 (42.40%)167 (35.76%)65 (13.92%)23 (4.93%)14 (3.00%)467
Hips8 (1.77%)47 (10.40%)135 (29.87%)157 (34.73%)105 (23.23%)452
The majority of survey takers that were willing to provide measurements had an average bust measurement of 80.1 - 90cm (roughly 31.6in - 35.5in), an average waist measurement of less than 60cm to 70cm (roughly 23.5in - 27.5in), and an average hip measurement of 90.1cm to 100cm (roughly 35.6in - 39in). 

8) Do you own any Lolita fashion item that is wearable (a clothing item) that is considered "brand" by Lolita fashion standards?

  • Yes400 (85.1%)
  • Maybe (not sure if it qualifies as brand or not)19 (4.0%)
  • No48 (10.2%)
  • Does not apply3 (0.6%)

9) When describing your brand Lolita fashion ownership, how many items do you own that are considered "brand"? (again, please keep it to wearable items only - no books, magazines, postcards, etc.)

  • 044 (9.4%)
  • 1 - 257 (12.1%)
  • 3 - 447 (10.0%)
  • 5 - 643 (9.1%)
  • 7 - 838 (8.1%)
  • 9 - 1036 (7.7%)
  • 11 - 1217 (3.6%)
  • 13 - 1415 (3.2%)
  • 15 - 1621 (4.5%)
  • 17 - 189 (1.9%)
  • 19 - 209 (1.9%)
  • More than 20 items127 (27.0%)
  • Does not apply7 (1.5%)

10) When describing your non-brand Lolita fashion ownership, how many items do you own that are considered "off brand"? (again, please keep it to wearable items only - no books, magazines, postcards, etc.)

  • 08 (1.7%)
  • 1 - 234 (7.2%)
  • 3 - 454 (11.5%)
  • 5 - 663 (13.4%)
  • 7 - 837 (7.9%)
  • 9 - 1062 (13.2%)
  • 11 - 1232 (6.8%)
  • 13 - 1431 (6.6%)
  • 15 - 1621 (4.5%)
  • 17 - 1810 (2.1%)
  • 19 - 2012 (2.6%)
  • More than 20 items96 (20.4%)
  • Does not apply10 (2.1%)

11) Thinking about your Lolita fashion wardrobe, what brand is most of your items from?

  • Major brand (Angelic Pretty, Baby, the Stars Shine Bright, Metamorphose, etc.)252 (53.6%)
  • Minor brand (Bodyline, Anna House, etc.)99 (21.1%)
  • Indie Brand (Surface Spell, Lady Sloth, Haenuli, etc.)40 (8.5%)
  • Off Brand (local retail stores, odd shops, thrift stores, etc.)24 (5.1%)
  • Handmade (by you, by commission, etc.)35 (7.4%)
  • Does not apply20 (4.3%)

12) Considering the word "replica", what do you feel qualifies as a replica?

  • Anything exactly the same as something else268 (16.3%)
  • Not following the 3 distinct design change rule98 (6.0%)
  • Using the same print362 (22.0%)
  • Using the same design (not print, design of the product)158 (9.6%)
  • Using the original brand's name332 (20.2%)
  • Whatever my country's laws define as an illegal copy137 (8.3%)
  • Using the same material37 (2.2%)
  • Using the same lace, accents, etc.51 (3.1%)
  • Using anything originally created by some other brand195 (11.9%)
  • Something else5 (0.3%)
  • Does not apply2 (0.1%)

13) How do you feel about replicas? They are ...

  • Wonderful14 (3.1%)
  • Good40 (8.7%)
  • Indifferent (no opinion)205 (44.8%)
  • Bad135 (29.5%)
  • Awful59 (12.9%)
  • Does not apply5 (1.1%)

14) Considering your answer to the previous question, your feelings are based on their ...

  • Quality247 (15.8%)
  • Price156 (10.0%)
  • Legality234 (15.0%)
  • Accessibility119 (7.6%)
  • Fit118 (7.6%)
  • Range of sizes118 (7.6%)
  • Effect on the Lolita fashion community160 (10.2%)
  • How other Lolitas view them80 (5.1%)
  • How other non-Lolitas view them22 (1.4%)
  • Effect on the original brand (commerce, art, etc.)244 (15.6%)
  • Something else36 (2.3%)
  • Does not apply (either answered27 (1.7%)

15) In your opinion, what type of person would most likely be purchasing a replica? A person ... (limit yourself to your top 5 choices)

  • With low income324 (16.1%)
  • Who is thrifty90 (4.5%)
  • Who likes a better deal151 (7.5%)
  • Who is too large for brand sizing392 (19.5%)
  • Who is too small for brand sizing139 (6.9%)
  • With no other means of obtaining that item213 (10.6%)
  • With no patience96 (4.8%)
  • Who IS NOT involved in the online Lolita fashion community40 (2.0%)
  • Who IS NOT involved in their local Lolita fashion community18 (0.9%)
  • Who IS involved in the online Lolita fashion community15 (0.7%)
  • Who IS involved in their local Lolita fashion community6 (0.3%)
  • Who is smart3 (0.1%)
  • Who is stupid21 (1.0%)
  • Who is pretty0 (0.0%)
  • Who is ugly11 (0.5%)
  • Who lives in a 3rd world country14 (0.7%)
  • Who lives in a 1st world country15 (0.7%)
  • Who is not Japanese45 (2.2%)
  • Who is Japanese0 (0.0%)
  • With no respect for the original brand134 (6.7%)
  • With a lot of respect for the original brand2 (0.1%)
  • Who loves Lolita fashion50 (2.5%)
  • Who dresses well in Lolita fashion6 (0.3%)
  • Who dresses poorly in Lolita fashion71 (3.5%)
  • Who dresses well in other styles outside of Lolita fashion2 (0.1%)
  • Who dresses poorly in other styles outside of Lolita fashion13 (0.6%)
  • Who uses LiveJournal frequently1 (0.0%)
  • Who uses Facebook frequently14 (0.7%)
  • That has been involved in the Lolita fashion community for a long time0 (0.0%)
  • That has been involved in the Lolita fashion community for a short time125 (6.2%)

16) How do you think brands feel about replicas? (positively meaning that they gain more business, more notoriety, more fans, etc., negatively meaning lose more of those things)

  • Very Positive2 (0.4%)
  • Positive6 (1.3%)
  • Neutral (don't care)41 (9.1%)
  • Negative157 (34.7%)
  • Very Negative245 (54.1%)
  • Does not apply2 (0.4%)

17) What kinds of brands do you feel are affected (positively or negatively) the most by replicas?

  • Major brands (Angelic Pretty, Baby, the Stars Shine Bright, Metamorphose, etc.)359 (79.2%)
  • Minor brands (Bodyline, Anna House, etc.)9 (2.0%)
  • Indie brands (Surface Spell, Dear Celine, Haenuli, Lady Sloth, etc.)54 (11.9%)
  • Off brands (local retail stores, small shops, thrift stores, etc.)0 (0.0%)
  • Handmade (by you, by a commissoner, etc.)9 (2.0%)
  • None are affected at all, positively or negatively19 (4.2%)
  • Does not apply3 (0.7%)

18) Considering the choice you made in the previous question, in what way do you feel they are affected? (positively meaning that they gain more business, more notoriety, more fans, etc., negatively meaning lose more of those things)

  • Very Positively8 (1.8%)
  • Positively15 (3.3%)
  • Neutral (doesn't affect them either way)60 (13.2%)
  • Negatively236 (52.1%)
  • Very Negatively124 (27.4%)
  • Does not apply10 (2.2%)

19) When comparing brands to replicas, you would rather an item that was a ...

  • Brand (major, minor, indie, or off)362 (79.9%)
  • Handmade21 (4.6%)
  • Replica2 (0.4%)
  • Do not care61 (13.5%)
  • Does not apply7 (1.5%)

20) When given a situation where you have to buy brand or a replica, you usually end up buying _________ for a certain reason. (reason could be sizing, quality, rarity, accessibility, etc.)

  • Brand (major, minor, indie, or off)348 (76.8%)
  • Handmade30 (6.6%)
  • Replica45 (9.9%)
  • Does not apply30 (6.6%)

21) Considering your answer to the previous question, what was the "certain reason" that forced you to choose?

  • Sizing93 (9.4%)
  • Quality300 (30.3%)
  • Rarity110 (11.1%)
  • Accessibility87 (8.8%)
  • Legality150 (15.1%)
  • Customizations30 (3.0%)
  • Style Options76 (7.7%)
  • Something else119 (12.0%)
  • Does not apply26 (2.6%)

22) Do you own what you consider to be a replica?

  • Yes172 (38.3%)
  • No270 (60.1%)
  • Does not apply7 (1.6%)

23) Do you plan on buying in the future what you consider to be a replica?

  • Yes117 (26.1%)
  • No311 (69.3%)
  • Does not apply21 (4.7%)

24) Should what you consider to be replicas exist?

  • Yes182 (40.5%)
  • No177 (39.4%)
  • Does not apply90 (20.0%)

25) Should other people wear what you consider to be replicas?

  • Yes37 (8.2%)
  • Depends on their situation95 (21.2%)
  • No62 (13.8%)
  • I do not care what others do254 (56.6%)
  • Does not apply1 (0.2%)

26) Do you care what other people think about your clothing choices?

  • Care a lot18 (4.0%)
  • Care somewhat101 (22.5%)
  • Care a little172 (38.3%)
  • Do not care at all154 (34.3%)
  • Does not apply4 (0.9%)
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Survey Results: Lolita Fashion & Business

June 19, 2013, 5:25 pm
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These survey results are related to the Lolita Fashion & Business survey post. To find out more information about this survey, future surveys, and about this process, please check out the Research & Surveys page.

If you would like a PDF that you can print out of these results, please e-mail me and I will get them out to you. The PDF version includes visual graphs of each question. Warning - the large answer questions do not look great with the graphs I have! I would suggest putting the plain text data into your own graphing software to generate the graphs for the questions with 10 or more answers.

This survey ran from June 12th, 2013 until June 19th, 2013. There were 306 responses in total, spanning over the following countries:


The demographics went by the following majority:

22 to 25 year old females living in North America that primarily identify with the Classic Lolita style. They have been interested in Lolita fashion for 3 to 5 years, and have been actively participating for 3 to 5 years.

Below shows the exact percentages for each demographic question.

Gender Identification:
  • Male - 2.0%
  • Female - 95.0%
  • Other - 3.0%
 Age:
  • 13 years old or younger - 1.0%
  • 14 - 17 years old - 10.7%
  • 18 - 21 years old - 31.9%
  • 22 - 25 years old - 35.6%
  • 26 - 30 years old - 12.1%
  • 31 years old or older - 8.7%
 Time interested in Lolita fashion:
  • I have never been interested in Lolita fashion - 0%
  • Less than 6 months - 2.0%
  • 7 months to 1 year - 4.1%
  • 1 - 2 years - 10.5%
  • 3 - 5 years - 41.2%
  • 6 - 8 years - 28.4%
  • 9 - 10 years - 7.1%
  • More than 10 years - 6.8%
Time actively participated in wearing Lolita fashion:
  • I have never particpated in Lolita fashion - 3.4%
  • Less than 6 months - 11.8%
  • 7 months to 1 year - 10.1%
  • 1 - 2 years - 21.9%
  • 3 - 5 years - 36.0%
  • 6 - 8 years - 12.8%
  • 9 - 10 years - 3.0%
  • More than 10 years - 1.0%
Lolita fashion styles that survey responders identify with:
  • I have never been a Lolita - 0.8%
  • Gothic - 15.3%
  • Sweet - 18.1%
  • Classic - 22.0%
  • Hime - 4.1%
  • Shiro - 2.9%
  • Kuro - 4.9%
  • Country - 5.4%
  • Sailor - 3.9%
  • Guro - 0.6%
  • Punk - 3.3%
  • Ero - 1.6%
  • Pirate - 3.0%
  • Steampunk - 2.8%
  • Fairy - 1.9%
  • Deco - 1.3%
  • Kodona/Ouji/Boystyle - 2.4%
  • Aristocrat/Elegant Gothic Aristocrat - 3.7%
  • None of the Above / Something Else - 2.1%
Continent of primary residence:
  • Africa - 0%
  • Asia - 3.7%
  • Europe - 31.6%
  • North America - 56.9%
  • Oceania - 6.1%
  • South America - 1.0% 

7.) How often are you wearing Lolita fashion?

  • Less than once a month (23.2%)
  • At least once a month (23.9%)
  • At least twice a month (8.5%)
  • At least a few times a month (21.5%)
  • At least once a week (6.1%)
  • At least two to four days per week (7.8%)
  • At least five to six days per week (0.7%)
  • Almost every day (2.0%)
  • Every day (2.0%)
  • Does not apply (4.1%)

8) What is your working status?

  • Unemployed (13.4%)
  • Student (34.2%)
  • Temporary (3.0%)
  • Part-time (20.3%)
  • Full-time (17.8%)
  • Homemaker (2.2%)
  • Self-employed (5.9%)
  • Something else (3.0%)
  • Does not apply (0.2%)

9) What industry do you currently work in?

  • Accounting, Auditors, Tax & Bookkeepers (3.6%)
  • Advertising & Public Relations (0.8%)
  • Agriculture Products & Services (0.0%)
  • Airlines, Aviation Services / Supplies (0.0%)
  • Animal Products (0.0%)
  • Apparel / Accessories / Textiles (4.4%)
  • Architectural, Engineering & Technical (0.4%)
  • Architecture, Planning and Design (0.4%)
  • Associations and Non-Profit Organizations (0.8%)
  • Banking & Financial Services (0.8%)
  • Beverages, Alcoholic & Non-alcoholic (1.2%)
  • Building Systems / Materials / Fixtures (0.4%)
  • Business Consultancy & Advisory (0.4%)
  • Computer & IT Products & Services (4.0%)
  • Construction General (0.0%)
  • Education & Training1 (5.2%)
  • Engineering and Technical (2.0%)
  • Entertainment & Recreation (1.6%)
  • Environmental Products & Services (0.4%)
  • Executive Search & Personnel Recruitment (0.0%)
  • Farm Equipment (0.0%)
  • Food Manufacturing / Distribution / Services (4.8%)
  • Freight Forwarders / Couriers (0.0%)
  • Government (2.4%)
  • Health / Hygiene Products & Services (2.8%)
  • Hospitals (1.6%)
  • Hotels / Restaurants / Caterers (2.8%)
  • Industrial Equipment (0.4%)
  • Information & Communications Technology (1.2%)
  • Inspection, Safety & Security (0.0%)
  • Insurance (0.0%)
  • Legal Practice (0.8%)
  • Manufacturing (2.0%)
  • Marketing & Communications (1.6%)
  • Outplacement Services (0.0%)
  • Petroleum & Petroleum Products (0.0%)
  • Pharmaceutical & Medicinal Products (0.8%)
  • Power & Electrical (0.0%)
  • Printing & Publishing (2.4%)
  • Property & Real Estate Services (0.4%)
  • Retail Consumer Products (10.9%)
  • Scientific & Medical Instruments (0.4%)
  • Security, Investigative Services & Products (0.0%)
  • Sourcing, Trading & Buying (0.0%)
  • Transport Vehicles & Parts (0.4%)
  • Transportation & Logistics (0.4%)
  • Travel & Tourism (1.2%)
  • Valuation & Disposal (0.0%)
  • Something else (13.3%)
  • Does not apply (22.6%)

10) What are your feelings about your current employment situation?

  • Very Happy (10.5%)
  • Happy (26.6%)
  • OK (neutral - neither good or bad) (33.1%)
  • Unhappy (13.3%)
  • Very Unhappy (5.2%)
  • Does not apply (11.3%)

11) Do you work in a setting that has some kind of dress code (either really relaxed to very formal) in place?

  • Yes (40.7%)
  • Sometimes (depends if a client is in the office, if the boss is in, etc.) (14.1%)
  • No (20.6%)
  • Does not apply (24.6%)

12) How would you consider your relationship with your co-workers?

  • Limited to no engagement; just work, no friendships or social talk. (5.2%)
  • Some interaction; we talk sometimes about non-work things, but wouldn't consider them more than aquaintances. (34.3%)
  • Quite a bit of dialogue; we discuss about lots of different things, and consider one or more of them friends. (21.4%)
  • Frequent discussion; talk with them all the time, and consider one or more of them my closest friends (8.1%)
  • Does not apply (31.0%)

13) How would you consider your relationship with your direct boss(es)? (the person/people you directly report to)

  • Limited to no engagement; just work, no friendships or social talk. (12.5%)
  • Some interaction; we talk sometimes about non-work things, but wouldn't consider them more than aquaintances. (37.5%)
  • Quite a bit of dialogue; we discuss about lots of different things, and consider one or more of them friends. (13.7%)
  • Frequent discussion; talk with them all the time, and consider one or more of them my closest friends (4.0%)
  • Does not apply (32.3%)

14) How would you consider your relationship with your overhead boss(es)? (CEOs, owners of the company, etc. - this could be the same as the question before)

  • Limited to no engagement; just work, no friendships or social talk. (31.5%)
  • Some interaction; we talk sometimes about non-work things, but wouldn't consider them more than aquaintances. (14.1%)
  • Quite a bit of dialogue; we discuss about lots of different things, and consider one or more of them friends. (2.0%)
  • Frequent discussion; talk with them all the time, and consider one or more of them my closest friends (1.2%)
  • My direct boss and my overhead boss are the same person. (11.3%)
  • Does not apply (39.9%)

15) Is it possible for you to wear Lolita fashion to work? (not if you actually wear it or not, just if it is a viable option)

  • Yes (23.2%)
  • Depends on the situation (17.3%)
  • No (38.0%)
  • Does not apply (21.5%)

16) Do you wear Lolita fashion to work?

  • Yes (10.5%)
  • Sometimes (14.3%)
  • No (50.2%)
  • Does not apply (24.9%)

17) Do you deal directly with clients, customers, etc.?

  • Yes (45.6%)
  • Sometimes (13.5%)
  • No (16.5%)
  • Does not apply (24.5%)

18) Considering your co-workers, how do you think they feel about alternative fashions like Lolita fashion?

  • Love it (6.8%)
  • Like it (8.9%)
  • Accepting of it (22.8%)
  • Neutral (doesn't matter) (23.6%)
  • Dislike it (6.3%)
  • Hate it (0.8%)
  • Does not apply (30.8%)

19) Considering your direct or overhead boss(es), how do you think they feel about alternative fashions like Lolita fashion?

  • Love it (4.2%)
  • Like it (5.9%)
  • Accepting of it (13.1%)
  • Neutral (doesn't matter) (30.0%)
  • Dislike it (9.7%)
  • Hate it (2.1%)
  • Does not apply (35.0%)

20) How do you feel Lolita fashion impacts your job, if at all?

  • Impacts it greatly in a positive way (2.1%)
  • Impacts it somewhat in a positive way (10.1%)
  • Neutral (doesn't impact it in any way positively or negatively) (46.0%)
  • Impacts it somewhat in a negative way  (7.6%)
  • Impacts it greatly in a negative way (2.1%)
  • Does not apply (32.1%)

21) What would you consider Lolita fashion?

  • Very formal; something to wear to important, publicized events (11.7%)
  • Formal; something to wear to special occasions (31.1%)
  • Business Formal; something to wear to important business meetings (3.2%)
  • Business Casual; something to wear to every day work (10.4%)
  • Casual; something to wear to a friend's house, a class, a date, etc. (32.7%)
  • Very casual; something to wear to lounge around in, doing errands, etc. (9.5%)
  • Does not apply (1.4%)
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Thrills Thursday: Metamorphose Lucky Packs Summer 2013, Innocent World Collaboration with Rozen Maiden, Dear Margaret Sailor Dress Reserve

June 20, 2013, 6:00 am
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Metamorphose released their summer lucky packs. They are doing something that does not happen very often by releasing a special print that will only be sold during the lucky pack sales. Another words, if this is your dream print, you have to buy it now or hope that someone sells it on the second hand sales communities. For those who have been wanting the Squirrel print, it is back in the smaller skirt and cutsew lucky pack set. These should be live by the time this post goes live, so hurry and purchase if you like what you see!

 
Get this Lolita lucky pack set at Metamorphose
 
Example of Happy Bell print
Metamorphose has been known to do collaborative works with different anime / manga series, and now Innocent World is taking its turn. Hooking up with Rozen Maiden (a typical Lolita fashion inspired anime / manga), they made an announcement a few days ago about the new upcoming series installment. They plan on doing some pieces within their Antique Doll series as well, which you can see the preliminary designs for below.

From Innocent World (do find replace for "2012.2.14")
Dear Margaret has been around for a couple of years, but they decided to take on the international market directly by using Tumblr, and honestly, this is probably one of the smartest moves reach-wise a brand can make right now, considering the popularity of Tumblr within the Lolita fashion community, in particular the international one. What this also allows is for all their updates and releases to be rebloggable, reaching probably a bigger audience than a typical website would (and honestly, with the right people blogging their updates - better than other social media as well). I really love their Sailor series that they just released. It makes me want to buy the XL size and just work my way down to fit into it! No custom sizing with these guys, but they do offer a decent range of sizes.

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Frills Friday: Old Emblem Metamorphose with Comfy Red Shawl and Gold Accents

June 21, 2013, 6:00 am
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Perfect for a day out at a festival, like this person did, the shawl combined with a comfortable jumper skirt like Old Emblem and a nice pair of flats is perfect to last anyone all day. I really love how she focused on bringing out the best colors in the print and stuck with jewel tones. Partial to outfits that are practical for every day use, this outfit is no exception. Her hair and makeup is simple and lets the outfit speak for itself. Enjoy this Frills Friday addition!

From daily_lolita LiveJournal community

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Frills Friday: Floral Wedding Outfit Classic Lolita

June 28, 2013, 3:00 am
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A month or so ago I spoke about dressing appropriately for occasions, and this outfit shows how you can incorporate Lolita fashion into a special occasion without taking from the person of honor. Usually, when I see what people wore to weddings, I really do not like it because it is too much, but this outfit is just enough class without breaking the line and looking out of place. The color palette is muted, but not dull, and it suits her very well! Enjoy this Frills Friday addition!

From daily_lolita LiveJournal community
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Survey: Lolita Fashion & Conventions

July 3, 2013, 7:56 am
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To keep up-to-date statistics on the Lolita fashion world, this survey series provides trending data for pertinent information in this sub-culture. To use this data in your project or paper, please read the information here. These surveys' polling audience involve a dominantly female English speaking audience with the majority of its participants coming from the EGL LiveJournal community, this blog's followers, and Lolita fashion groups within other social media outlets, like Twitter, Tumblr, and Facebook. The exact demographics are provided in the beginning of each survey. Please keep this in mind when using the data for research purposes.
Say hello to Hammie!
The bow makes him so Lolita XD

This survey is meant for those who actively participate in Lolita fashion.

This week's survey is Lolita Fashion & Conventions.

The survey will take 20 - 30 minutes to complete.

Please take the survey here.

Please note: I am trying out a new logic system to help people get around questions that do not apply to them based on how they answered, so some people may have up to a 30 question survey, while others only have 10. Hopefully this helps!

Also, due to constraints with my survey provider, I am unable to provide open-ended "Other" or "Explain" boxes, so if you would like to clarify further on your answer choices, you can do so anonymously on this blog post.

The survey will be available for a week after this post's published date and time. Results will be compiled and available a week after the survey closes.

Thank you for your continued participation in these surveys, and if you would like to take more in the future, follow this blog! You can do so through Twitter, BlogLovin', or Google+
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Frills Friday: Simple Pink and White Sweet Lolita

July 5, 2013, 5:12 am
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Adorable and simple, this outfit shows you how sometimes, less is more. In this case, a well done hairstyle can boost an otherwise typical outfit to really great, and the Hime vibe this is giving off is adorable. This is also a good example of a muted, more traditional Sweet Lolita; a lot of people think Sweet Lolita and automatically go towards the huge, pastel colored wigs with large accessories and loud prints. That louder style has really only been popular for the last 5 years or so. Just love the beauty and simplicity of this coordinate! Enjoy this Frills Friday addition!

From Closet of Frills
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Quick Post: ConnectiCon 2013 Events

July 9, 2013, 10:02 am
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Just a quick post to let you all know that I will be at ConnectiCon again this year, and I will be doing a couple more panels.

ConnectiCon's Website



Full schedule here. (search for the word "Lolita" and you will find the panels related)

There will be two Lolita fashion panels. On Friday, we are having an Every Day Lolita panel, showing different techniques and tips to wearing Lolita fashion every day. On Saturday, we are having our standard Lolita 101 & Swap Meet. This year we get to stay in the panel room for the swap meet, so it will be much easier to find!

Also on Friday, the J-Fashion show is a collaboration with my friends Caro and Remi, and while featuring Lolita fashion, will also include other styles like Mori Kei, Shironuri, Aristocrat, Visual Kei, and more. We have a great group of models to show off these different styles.

On Saturday (completely unrelated, but something else I do), I'm hosting a Geek Jeopardy panel.

Hope to see you all there! :)
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Frills Friday: Deep Purple Classic with Floral Headpiece.

July 12, 2013, 3:00 am
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I love purple, and I love seeing it done in outfits, especially Lolita fashion outfits because it is not a color you see too often. Her floral head piece is handmade, and really goes well with this Lady Sloth jumper skirt. Everything about this outfit is well coordinated and color coded perfectly - even all the purples match or are at least in the same hue as the darker fade a the bottom of the skirt. Enjoy this Frills Friday addition!

From daily_lolita
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Survey Results: Lolita Fashion & Conventions

July 17, 2013, 6:01 am
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These survey results are related to the Lolita Fashion & Conventions survey post. To find out more information about this survey, future surveys, and about this process, please check out the Research & Surveys page.

If you would like a PDF that you can print out of these results, please e-mail me and I will get them out to you. The PDF version includes visual graphs of each question. Warning - the large answer questions do not look great with the graphs I have! I would suggest putting the plain text data into your own graphing software to generate the graphs for the questions  with 10 or more answers.

This survey went a little differently, depending on how the respondent answered - so certain questions have less answers because some respondents skipped those questions based on previous answers. I put some text before answers that were previous-answer-dependent. :)

This survey ran from July 3rd, 2013 until July 17th, 2013. There were 283 responses in total, spanning over the following countries:



The demographics went by the following majority:

18 to 21 year old females (closely following by the 22 to 25 year old females) living in North America that primarily identify with the Classic Lolita style. They have been interested in Lolita fashion for 3 to 5 years, and have been actively participating for 3 to 5 years.




1) What gender do you identify with?

  • Male2 (0.7%)
  • Female273 (97.5%)
  • Other5 (1.8%)

2) What is your age?

  • 13 years old or younger3 (1.1%)
  • 14 - 17 years old42 (15.1%)
  • 18 - 21 years old91 (32.6%)
  • 22 - 25 years old89 (31.9%)
  • 26 - 30 years old33 (11.8%)
  • 31 years old or older21 (7.5%)

3) How long have you been interested in Lolita fashion? (not necessarily participated, but looked at photos, read blogs, etc.; this includes years you also participated)

  • I have never been interested in Lolita fashion0 (0.0%)
  • Less than 6 months1 (0.4%)
  • 7 months to 1 year13 (4.6%)
  • 1 - 2 years30 (10.7%)
  • 3 - 5 years121 (43.2%)
  • 6 - 8 years74 (26.4%)
  • 9 - 10 years23 (8.2%)
  • More than 10 years18 (6.4%)

4) How long have you considered yourself a participant in Lolita fashion?

  • I have never particpated in Lolita fashion12 (4.3%)
  • Less than 6 months26 (9.3%)
  • 7 months to 1 year32 (11.5%)
  • 1 - 2 years72 (25.8%)
  • 3 - 5 years101 (36.2%)
  • 6 - 8 years28 (10.0%)
  • 9 - 10 years6 (2.2%)
  • More than 10 years2 (0.7%)

5) Which style(s) of Lolita fashion do you associate yourself with? (Please limit yourself to styles that you have actually worn)

  • I have never been a Lolita9 (1.0%)
  • Gothic135 (15.1%)
  • Sweet173 (19.4%)
  • Classic195 (21.9%)
  • Hime30 (3.4%)
  • Shiro25 (2.8%)
  • Kuro56 (6.3%)
  • Country41 (4.6%)
  • Sailor56 (6.3%)
  • Guro3 (0.3%)
  • Punk21 (2.4%)
  • Ero7 (0.8%)
  • Pirate28 (3.1%)
  • Steampunk22 (2.5%)
  • Fairy15 (1.7%)
  • Deco4 (0.4%)
  • Kodona/Ouji/Boystyle22 (2.5%)
  • Aristocrat/Elegant Gothic Aristocrat29 (3.3%)
  • None of the Above / Something Else21 (2.4%)

6) What continent do you currently live on?

  • Africa0 (0.0%)
  • Asia8 (2.9%)
  • Europe90 (32.1%)
  • North America161 (57.5%)
  • Oceania14 (5.0%)
  • South America7 (2.5%)

7) Have you been to a special interest conference or convention before? (special interest being a hobby, activity, topic, etc. that you enjoy - examples being fashion conferences, blogging conferences, anime conventions, video game conventions, etc.)


  • Yes238 (85.9%)
  • No39 (14.1%)
  • Does not apply0 (0.0%)

This question only appeared to the respondent if they answered "Yes" to Question 7.

8) How many times in your life have you attended a special interest convention?


  • 1 - 242 (19.0%)
  • 3 - 427 (12.2%)
  • 4 - 527 (12.2%)
  • 5 - 1060 (27.1%)
  • 10 - 1530 (13.6%)
  • 15 - 2012 (5.4%)
  • More than twenty times23 (10.4%)

This question only appeared to the respondent if they answered "Yes" to Question 7.

9) When do you attend special interest conferences/conventions?


  • January38 (4.6%)
  • February44 (5.3%)
  • March55 (6.6%)
  • April88 (10.6%)
  • May101 (12.2%)
  • June93 (11.2%)
  • July106 (12.8%)
  • August98 (11.8%)
  • September71 (8.6%)
  • October74 (8.9%)
  • November41 (4.9%)
  • December21 (2.5%)


This question only appeared to the respondent if they answered "Yes" to Question 7.

10) If you really wanted to attend a new special interest convention, when would be the best time to add something like that to your schedule? (financially, time-wise, etc.)


  • January37 (4.6%)
  • February42 (5.3%)
  • March52 (6.5%)
  • April65 (8.1%)
  • May71 (8.9%)
  • June103 (12.9%)
  • July123 (15.4%)
  • August117 (14.6%)
  • September62 (7.8%)
  • October55 (6.9%)
  • November40 (5.0%)
  • December33 (4.1%)

This question only appeared to the respondent if they answered "Yes" to Question 7.

11) What kinds of special interest conferences/conventions have you attended?


  • Agriculture Show6 (0.7%)
  • Aircraft spotting0 (0.0%)
  • Airsoft lawl0 (0.0%)
  • Air sports2 (0.2%)
  • Amateur astronomy3 (0.3%)
  • Amateur geology2 (0.2%)
  • Amateur radio0 (0.0%)
  • American football1 (0.1%)
  • Anime/Manga174 (19.2%)
  • Antiquing13 (1.4%)
  • Antiquities5 (0.6%)
  • Archery3 (0.3%)
  • Art collecting7 (0.8%)
  • Association football0 (0.0%)
  • Audiophilia0 (0.0%)
  • Australian Football League0 (0.0%)
  • Auto audiophilia1 (0.1%)
  • Auto racing0 (0.0%)
  • Backpacking1 (0.1%)
  • Badminton0 (0.0%)
  • Baking5 (0.6%)
  • Baseball0 (0.0%)
  • Basketball1 (0.1%)
  • Basket weaving0 (0.0%)
  • Baton twirling0 (0.0%)
  • Bboying0 (0.0%)
  • Billiards0 (0.0%)
  • Bird watching0 (0.0%)
  • Board sports0 (0.0%)
  • Bonsai3 (0.3%)
  • Book collecting14 (1.5%)
  • Bowling0 (0.0%)
  • Boxing0 (0.0%)
  • Bridge0 (0.0%)
  • Bus spotting0 (0.0%)
  • Camping1 (0.1%)
  • Canoeing0 (0.0%)
  • Card collecting2 (0.2%)
  • Chainmail making0 (0.0%)
  • Cheerleading1 (0.1%)
  • Chess3 (0.3%)
  • Climbing0 (0.0%)
  • Coin collecting0 (0.0%)
  • Collecting cards3 (0.3%)
  • College football1 (0.1%)
  • Color Guard4 (0.4%)
  • Coloring2 (0.2%)
  • Computers/Programming10 (1.1%)
  • Conlanging0 (0.0%)
  • Cooking3 (0.3%)
  • Creative writing7 (0.8%)
  • Cricket0 (0.0%)
  • Crocheting0 (0.0%)
  • Cubing0 (0.0%)
  • Cycling0 (0.0%)
  • Dance8 (0.9%)
  • Dancing6 (0.7%)
  • Darts0 (0.0%)
  • Disc golf0 (0.0%)
  • Dog sport4 (0.4%)
  • Drawing11 (1.2%)
  • Driving0 (0.0%)
  • Element collecting0 (0.0%)
  • Equestrianism4 (0.4%)
  • Exhibition Drill0 (0.0%)
  • Fantasy Football0 (0.0%)
  • Fashion55 (6.1%)
  • Fencing1 (0.1%)
  • Figure skating2 (0.2%)
  • Fishing1 (0.1%)
  • Fishkeeping0 (0.0%)
  • Footbag0 (0.0%)
  • Foraging1 (0.1%)
  • Fossil hunting2 (0.2%)
  • Games Club - Dungeons and Dragons, Monopoly, Etc.22 (2.4%)
  • Gaming73 (8.0%)
  • Gardening8 (0.9%)
  • Genealogy0 (0.0%)
  • Geocaching1 (0.1%)
  • Golf0 (0.0%)
  • Golfing0 (0.0%)
  • Gongoozling0 (0.0%)
  • Gymnastics2 (0.2%)
  • Handball0 (0.0%)
  • Health and Beauty8 (0.9%)
  • Herpetoculture3 (0.3%)
  • Herping1 (0.1%)
  • Hiking2 (0.2%)
  • Homebrewing0 (0.0%)
  • Home Movies0 (0.0%)
  • Hooping0 (0.0%)
  • Hunting0 (0.0%)
  • Ice hockey1 (0.1%)
  • Indoor Cricket0 (0.0%)
  • Inline Skating0 (0.0%)
  • Insect collecting0 (0.0%)
  • International Science Olympiad1 (0.1%)
  • Japanese culture86 (9.5%)
  • Jewelry making7 (0.8%)
  • Jogging1 (0.1%)
  • Judo1 (0.1%)
  • Juggling1 (0.1%)
  • Jukskei0 (0.0%)
  • Kart racing0 (0.0%)
  • Kayaking0 (0.0%)
  • Kiteboarding0 (0.0%)
  • Knapping0 (0.0%)
  • Knitting3 (0.3%)
  • Lapidary2 (0.2%)
  • LARPing21 (2.3%)
  • Leaf collecting and pressing1 (0.1%)
  • Locksport0 (0.0%)
  • Machining0 (0.0%)
  • Magic6 (0.7%)
  • Martial arts1 (0.1%)
  • Metal detecting0 (0.0%)
  • Meteorology1 (0.1%)
  • Microscopy1 (0.1%)
  • Mineral collecting4 (0.4%)
  • Model Aircraft Hobbies1 (0.1%)
  • Modelling1 (0.1%)
  • Motor sports0 (0.0%)
  • Mountain biking0 (0.0%)
  • Mushroom Hunting or Mycology3 (0.3%)
  • Musical instruments7 (0.8%)
  • Nordic skating0 (0.0%)
  • Origami5 (0.6%)
  • Paintball1 (0.1%)
  • Painting2 (0.2%)
  • Parkour0 (0.0%)
  • People watching1 (0.1%)
  • Petal collecting and pressing0 (0.0%)
  • Photography6 (0.7%)
  • Poker1 (0.1%)
  • Racquetball0 (0.0%)
  • Radio-Controlled Car Racing (Hobby Grade)0 (0.0%)
  • RC cars0 (0.0%)
  • Reading11 (1.2%)
  • Record collecting2 (0.2%)
  • Rock climbing0 (0.0%)
  • Rock collecting3 (0.3%)
  • Rock stacking0 (0.0%)
  • Roller Derby0 (0.0%)
  • Roller skating0 (0.0%)
  • Rugby league football0 (0.0%)
  • Running2 (0.2%)
  • Sailing0 (0.0%)
  • Sand castle building1 (0.1%)
  • Scrapbooking1 (0.1%)
  • Sculling or Rowing0 (0.0%)
  • Sculpting1 (0.1%)
  • Seaglass collecting0 (0.0%)
  • Seashell collecting1 (0.1%)
  • Sewing11 (1.2%)
  • Shooting sport1 (0.1%)
  • Shortwave listening0 (0.0%)
  • Singing5 (0.6%)
  • Skateboarding0 (0.0%)
  • Skiing0 (0.0%)
  • Skydiving0 (0.0%)
  • Slot Car Racing0 (0.0%)
  • Something Else26 (2.9%)
  • Speed skating0 (0.0%)
  • Squash0 (0.0%)
  • Stamp collecting1 (0.1%)
  • Stone collecting0 (0.0%)
  • Surfing0 (0.0%)
  • Swimming1 (0.1%)
  • Table football0 (0.0%)
  • Table tennis0 (0.0%)
  • Tai Chi0 (0.0%)
  • Target Shooting1 (0.1%)
  • Taxidermy2 (0.2%)
  • Tennis0 (0.0%)
  • Touch Football0 (0.0%)
  • Tour skating0 (0.0%)
  • Trainspotting1 (0.1%)
  • Travel4 (0.4%)
  • Urban exploration1 (0.1%)
  • Vehicle restoration2 (0.2%)
  • Video Gaming71 (7.8%)
  • Videophilia (Home theater)1 (0.1%)
  • Vintage Books5 (0.6%)
  • Vintage car3 (0.3%)
  • Vintage clothing18 (2.0%)
  • Volleyball1 (0.1%)
  • Water sports0 (0.0%)
  • Weightlifting1 (0.1%)
  • Woodworking1 (0.1%)
  • Worldbuilding1 (0.1%)
  • Writing8 (0.9%)
  • Yo-yoing0 (0.0%)
  • Something Else60 (6.6%)

This question only appeared to the respondent if they answered "No" to Question 7.

12) Why have you not attended a special interest conference/convention?


  • I am not interested in attending one.8 (8.9%)
  • A conference/convention with my particular interests has never been created.1 (1.1%)
  • Conferences/conventions I am interested in are too far away.21 (23.3%)
  • Conferences/conventions I am interested in are too expensive.20 (22.2%)
  • Conferences/conventions I am interested in are too busy/packed.6 (6.7%)
  • Conferences/conventions I am interested in do not have enough events I am interested in.2 (2.2%)
  • I do not have anyone to go with, and do not want to go by myself.17 (18.9%)
  • My parent/guardian/authority figure will not allow me to go.4 (4.4%)
  • I have a health condition preventing me from attending.3 (3.3%)
  • I have family obligations preventing me from attending.0 (0.0%)
  • I have work obligations preventing me from attending.4 (4.4%)
  • Something else3 (3.3%)
  • Does not apply/Do not want to answer1 (1.1%)

13) How do you feel about the quantity of events that are targeted at the alternative fashion community in your area? (alternative fashion can be anything not mainstream - goth, punk, steampunk, lolita fashion, historical fashion, etc.) (events can be conventions, meetups, presentations, etc.)


  • There are always lots of events.8 (3.3%)
  • There are often many different events.28 (11.6%)
  • There are some events here and there.90 (37.3%)
  • There are rarely any events.59 (24.5%)
  • There are no events that I know of.53 (22.0%)
  • Does not apply3 (1.2%)

14) How do you feel about yourself wearing Lolita fashion to an alternative fashion convention? (goth, punk, historical clothing, steampunk, retro, rockabilly, etc.)


  • Very Appropriate97 (40.2%)
  • Appropriate83 (34.4%)
  • Neutral49 (20.3%)
  • Inappropriate7 (2.9%)
  • Very Inappropriate0 (0.0%)
  • Does not apply5 (2.1%)

15) How do you feel about the quality of the alternative fashion conventions in your area?


  • Excellent8 (3.3%)
  • Above Average23 (9.5%)
  • Average58 (24.1%)
  • Below Average20 (8.3%)
  • Very Poor6 (2.5%)
  • We do not have alternative fashion conventions in our area, that I know of.108 (44.8%)
  • Does not apply18 (7.5%)

16) How do you feel about the quantity of events that are targeted at the Japanese interest community in your area? (Japanese interest being cultural (pop or otherwise), historical, etc.) (events can be conventions, meetups, presentations, etc.)


  • There are always lots of events.20 (8.3%)
  • There are often many different events.48 (19.9%)
  • There are some events here and there.94 (39.0%)
  • There are rarely any events.53 (22.0%)
  • There are no events that I know of.24 (10.0%)
  • Does not apply2 (0.8%)

17) How do you feel about yourself wearing Lolita fashion to a Japanese interest convention? (anime, manga, comics, music, fashion, etc.)


  • Very Appropriate115 (47.7%)
  • Appropriate83 (34.4%)
  • Neutral32 (13.3%)
  • Inappropriate4 (1.7%)
  • Very Inappropriate2 (0.8%)
  • Does not apply5 (2.1%)

18) How do you feel about the quality of the Japanese interest conventions in your area?


  • Excellent19 (7.9%)
  • Above Average53 (22.0%)
  • Average92 (38.2%)
  • Below Average24 (10.0%)
  • Very Poor8 (3.3%)
  • We do not have Japanese interest conventions in our area, that I know of.32 (13.3%)
  • Does not apply13 (5.4%)

19) How do you feel about the quantity of events that are targeted at the Lolita fashion community in your area? (events can be conventions, meetups, presentations, etc.)


  • There are always lots of events.17 (7.1%)
  • There are often many different events.40 (16.6%)
  • There are some events here and there.80 (33.2%)
  • There are rarely any events.40 (16.6%)
  • There are no events that I know of.61 (25.3%)
  • Does not apply3 (1.2%)

20) How do you feel about yourself wearing Lolita fashion to a Loltia fashion convention?


  • Very Appropriate220 (91.3%)
  • Appropriate14 (5.8%)
  • Neutral2 (0.8%)
  • Inappropriate1 (0.4%)
  • Very Inappropriate1 (0.4%)
  • Does not apply3 (1.2%)

21) How do you feel about the quality of the Lolita fashion conventions in your area?

  • Excellent16 (6.6%)
  • Above Average24 (10.0%)
  • Average40 (16.6%)
  • Below Average8 (3.3%)
  • Very Poor9 (3.7%)
  • We do not have any Lolita fashion conventions in our area, that I know of.132 (54.8%)
  • Does not apply12 (5.0%)

22) Would you be interested in a Lolita fashion conference/convention in your area?


  • Yes226 (94.2%)
  • No9 (3.8%)
  • Does not apply5 (2.1%)

23) Have you attended a Lolita fashion conference/convention?


  • Yes34 (15.1%)
  • No185 (82.2%)
  • Does not apply6 (2.7%)


This question only appeared to the respondent if they answered "Yes" to Question 22.

24) What type of events at a Lolita fashion conference/convention would interest you? (because I do not have an advanced account with my survey provider, please go to the blog post and comment there - you can do so anonymously - with further events that you wish to see at a Lolita fashion conference/convention)


  • Lolita 101 presentations about basic information83 (3.2%)
  • Sewing/crafting workshops on how to make basic Lolita fashion related items146 (5.6%)
  • Sewing/crafting workshops on how to make advanced Lolita fashion related items134 (5.1%)
  • Concerts featuring artists in the Lolita fashion community (Misako Aoki, MC Melody Doll, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, etc.)122 (4.6%)
  • Concerts featuring artists outside of the Lolita fashion community35 (1.3%)
  • Presentations from famous figures in the Lolita fashion community (Misako Aoki, MC Melody Doll, etc.)168 (6.4%)
  • Photo and autograph session with a famous figure in the Lolita fashion community110 (4.2%)
  • Major brand fashion show202 (7.7%)
  • Indie brand/Handmade fashion show182 (6.9%)
  • High Tea dining event with tea cups and fine dinner ware181 (6.9%)
  • Advanced Lolita fashion presentations about beyond the basics information146 (5.6%)
  • Online shopping guide presentations77 (2.9%)
  • Games with a Lolita fashion spin-off (Jeopardy, Match Game, etc.)136 (5.2%)
  • Presentations by major brands178 (6.8%)
  • Presentations by indie brands159 (6.1%)
  • Presentations by figures in the online community (FYeahLolita, Lolita Tips, etc.)135 (5.1%)
  • Screenings of Lolita fashion influenced movies/documentaries (Kamikaze Girls, NANA, fashion documentaries, etc.)140 (5.3%)
  • Events aimed at making friends within the Lolita fashion community164 (6.3%)
  • Presentations on serious matters, such as social, cultural, and familial issues related to Lolita fashion118 (4.5%)
  • Something else (please comment on the blog post with your preferences - I can't provide a textarea)5 (0.2%)
  • Does not apply3 (0.1%)

This question only appeared to the respondent if they answered "Yes" to Question 22.

25) What do you consider a reasonable price you would pay for a weekend (3 day pass) to a Lolita fashion conference/convention that had most, if not all, of the events you were interested in above? (please keep in mind the costs of running a conference/convention with catered food, high tea, famous guests, etc.)


  • Free0 (0.0%)
  • $1 - $50 USD25 (11.1%)
  • $51 - $60 USD43 (19.1%)
  • $61 - $70 USD34 (15.1%)
  • $71 - $80 USD29 (12.9%)
  • $81 - $90 USD11 (4.9%)
  • $91 - $100 USD29 (12.9%)
  • $101 - $110 USD8 (3.6%)
  • $111 - $120 USD4 (1.8%)
  • $121 - $130 USD12 (5.3%)
  • $131 - $140 USD3 (1.3%)
  • $141 - $150 USD10 (4.4%)
  • $151 - $160 USD6 (2.7%)
  • $161 - $170 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $171 - $180 USD3 (1.3%)
  • $181 - $190 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $191 - $200 USD2 (0.9%)
  • $201 or more3 (1.3%)
  • Does not apply3 (1.3%)

This question only appeared to the respondent if they answered "Yes" to Question 22.

26) What do you consider a reasonable price you would pay for a weekend (2 day pass) to a Lolita fashion conference/convention that had most, if not all, of the events you were interested in above? (please keep in mind the costs of running a conference/convention with catered food, high tea, famous guests, etc.)


  • Free0 (0.0%)
  • $1 - $50 USD66 (29.3%)
  • $51 - $60 USD53 (23.6%)
  • $61 - $70 USD33 (14.7%)
  • $71 - $80 USD21 (9.3%)
  • $81 - $90 USD7 (3.1%)
  • $91 - $100 USD17 (7.6%)
  • $101 - $110 USD9 (4.0%)
  • $111 - $120 USD7 (3.1%)
  • $121 - $130 USD3 (1.3%)
  • $131 - $140 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $141 - $150 USD2 (0.9%)
  • $151 - $160 USD1 (0.4%)
  • $161 - $170 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $171 - $180 USD2 (0.9%)
  • $181 - $190 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $191 - $200 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $201 or more1 (0.4%)
  • Does not apply3 (1.3%)

This question only appeared to the respondent if they answered "Yes" to Question 22.

27) What do you consider a reasonable price you would pay for a single day pass to a Lolita fashion conference/convention that had most, if not all, of the events you were interested in above? (please keep in mind the costs of running a conference/convention with catered food, high tea, famous guests, etc.)


  • Free6 (2.7%)
  • $1 - $50 USD146 (64.9%)
  • $51 - $60 USD38 (16.9%)
  • $61 - $70 USD12 (5.3%)
  • $71 - $80 USD13 (5.8%)
  • $81 - $90 USD4 (1.8%)
  • $91 - $100 USD1 (0.4%)
  • $101 - $110 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $111 - $120 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $121 - $130 USD1 (0.4%)
  • $131 - $140 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $141 - $150 USD1 (0.4%)
  • $151 - $160 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $161 - $170 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $171 - $180 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $181 - $190 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $191 - $200 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $201 or more0 (0.0%)
  • Does not apply3 (1.3%)

This question only appeared to the respondent if they answered "Yes" to Question 22.
28) Would you consider purchasing a special, limited offering pass that would give you extra benefits over other attendees at a Lolita fashion conference/convention?


  • Yes171 (76.0%)
  • No52 (23.1%)
  • Does not apply2 (0.9%)

This question only appeared to the respondent if they answered "Yes" to Question 28.
29) What do you consider a reasonable price you would pay for a special, limited all weekend pass (3 days) to a Lolita fashion conference/convention that had most, if not all, of the events you were interested in above? (please keep in mind the costs of running a conference/convention with catered food, high tea, famous guests, etc.)


  • Free0 (0.0%)
  • $1 - $50 USD5 (3.0%)
  • $51 - $60 USD5 (3.0%)
  • $61 - $70 USD12 (7.1%)
  • $71 - $80 USD16 (9.5%)
  • $81 - $90 USD12 (7.1%)
  • $91 - $100 USD20 (11.9%)
  • $101 - $110 USD19 (11.3%)
  • $111 - $120 USD11 (6.5%)
  • $121 - $130 USD10 (6.0%)
  • $131 - $140 USD3 (1.8%)
  • $141 - $150 USD17 (10.1%)
  • $151 - $160 USD5 (3.0%)
  • $161 - $170 USD6 (3.6%)
  • $171 - $180 USD4 (2.4%)
  • $181 - $190 USD4 (2.4%)
  • $191 - $200 USD8 (4.8%)
  • $201 or more9 (5.4%)
  • Does not apply2 (1.2%)


This question only appeared to the respondent if they answered "Yes" to Question 28.

30) What do you consider a reasonable price you would pay for a special, limited all weekend pass (2 days) to a Lolita fashion conference/convention that had most, if not all, of the events you were interested in above? (please keep in mind the costs of running a conference/convention with catered food, high tea, famous guests, etc.)

  • Free0 (0.0%)
  • $1 - $50 USD9 (5.4%)
  • $51 - $60 USD15 (8.9%)
  • $61 - $70 USD25 (14.9%)
  • $71 - $80 USD15 (8.9%)
  • $81 - $90 USD21 (12.5%)
  • $91 - $100 USD25 (14.9%)
  • $101 - $110 USD16 (9.5%)
  • $111 - $120 USD5 (3.0%)
  • $121 - $130 USD7 (4.2%)
  • $131 - $140 USD7 (4.2%)
  • $141 - $150 USD7 (4.2%)
  • $151 - $160 USD5 (3.0%)
  • $161 - $170 USD4 (2.4%)
  • $171 - $180 USD2 (1.2%)
  • $181 - $190 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $191 - $200 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $201 or more3 (1.8%)
  • Does not apply2 (1.2%)

This question only appeared to the respondent if they answered "Yes" to Question 28.

31) What do you consider a reasonable price you would pay for a special, limited single day pass to a Lolita fashion conference/convention that had most, if not all, of the events you were interested in above? (please keep in mind the costs of running a conference/convention with catered food, high tea, famous guests, etc.)


  • Free1 (0.6%)
  • $1 - $50 USD30 (17.9%)
  • $51 - $60 USD31 (18.5%)
  • $61 - $70 USD23 (13.7%)
  • $71 - $80 USD33 (19.6%)
  • $81 - $90 USD11 (6.5%)
  • $91 - $100 USD18 (10.7%)
  • $101 - $110 USD7 (4.2%)
  • $111 - $120 USD3 (1.8%)
  • $121 - $130 USD4 (2.4%)
  • $131 - $140 USD1 (0.6%)
  • $141 - $150 USD2 (1.2%)
  • $151 - $160 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $161 - $170 USD1 (0.6%)
  • $171 - $180 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $181 - $190 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $191 - $200 USD0 (0.0%)
  • $201 or more1 (0.6%)
  • Does not apply2 (1.2%)

This question only appeared to the respondent if they answered "Yes" to Question 28.

32) What type of benefits would you expect/want with a special, limited pass (any length) to a Lolita fashion conference/convention? (If you want to specify something specific, due to constraints with this survey provider, please go to the blog post and post a comment (anonymous or not) about anything else you would expect/want with a special limited all weekend pass)

  • Front row seating at major brand events, fashion show, etc.136 (12.7%)
  • Front row seating at presentations, panels, etc.76 (7.1%)
  • Early access to vendors and shopping areas140 (13.1%)
  • Goodie bag with various Lolita fashion related items in it138 (12.9%)
  • Goodie bag with a shirt or tote bag that only comes with a purchase of a limited pass97 (9.1%)
  • Special room only for special, limited pass purchasers (with food, beverage, seating, etc.)69 (6.5%)
  • Special events only for special, limited pass purchasers50 (4.7%)
  • Meet and greet with famous guests112 (10.5%)
  • Photograph and/or autograph with famous guests98 (9.2%)
  • Covered cost for extra cost events, such as a High Tea, workshops, dance, etc.118 (11.0%)
  • Accommodations provided (hotel room for the weekend)30 (2.8%)
  • Something else3 (0.3%)
  • Does not apply1 (0.1%)

33) Are special interest conference/conventions something that should exist?

  • Yes230 (97.5%)
  • No1 (0.4%)
  • Does not apply5 (2.1%)

34) Are Lolita fashion conventions something that should exist?


  • Yes226 (95.8%)
  • No3 (1.3%)
  • Does not apply7 (3.0%)

35) Should major brands hold their own Lolita fashion conferences/conventions?


  • Yes182 (77.1%)
  • No39 (16.5%)
  • Does not apply15 (6.4%)
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Indie Brands You Should Be Buying From - Updated!: The Snow Field, We're All Mad Here, Dear Margaret

August 1, 2013, 7:19 am
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It's been about a year since my last post about indie brands, and since then they have taken off like wildfire. Indie brands in general have changed a lot within this past year, some coming out with similar brand pricing and quality, and others expanding into a larger market.

Although my sentiment about indie brands being a cheaper option seems to be becoming less and less so, I think it is important to note that at the end of the day, you are paying for quality. These items, especially within the indie brand market, are usually made by hand by one or a couple people.

There are three other indie brands that have been coming into the limelight lately through updating often and gaining more popularity within the online and international community. None of them are new on the scene, but they are definitely becoming more and more accessible to the market as a whole.

The Snow Field

I have been keeping my eye on this one for a bit, but after seeing some more reasonable priced items, I think they are making themselves more accessible. The quality is superb and the customer service is just as great, but the Snow Field is one of those indie brands with higher-than-average pricing for indie brand pieces (and rightfully so). They have been making rounds to various conventions and conferences, so you might see them in your local area as well!

We're All Mad Here

Images From Their Online Shop

Another large player that seems to be updating more often is We're All Mad Here. Custom sizing, a punk vibe, and a love for skeletons, they have cornered the idea of creepy cute and made a place for it to live and thrive. One of their popular designs, Sugary Bones, showcases a skeletal print rounding the bottom of a skirt in pretty, Sweet Lolita colors like lavender and mint. 

Dear Margaret

Images From Their Tumblr

After announcing their international website on Tumblr, Dear Margaret basically exploded. I think this brand has been relatively unnoticed (not unknown - we have all heard of them before) since their Tumblr debut, although they have been known in other international communities (in particular, South Korea), Tumblr really helped them get on the big stage. I am seeing a lot of their coordinates and stock photos rumbling through others reblogs, and becoming a new favorite now that they have an easier place to access the international market. 

Their prices are incredibly reasonable for something brand new and brand quality; I would say their only downside right now is quantity of different kinds of items. The few items they put out makes up for this.

And once again, we have our all-together indie brand list. I've removed several that were inactive from last year's list. Please, if you have an active indie brand (you have updated within the last 3 months and has items for sale) you would like on here, comment with the link below.

Indie Brands

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Thrills Thursday: Rococo Daze Chantilly x JetJ Lucky Packs, Baroque Custom Color Three Strap Ribbon Shoes, Nuigulumar Z Movie Trailer Featuring Lolita Fashion

August 8, 2013, 3:00 am
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Rococo Daze, the new brand stockist in England, is doing a lucky pack release for their two bigger brands, Chantilly and Juliette et Justine. A great way to get the word out there about their new store, and a great way to get your hands on some typically high priced items at a decent rate. If you are within the UK or Europe, this is a great deal for you. Not sure about the U.S. customers, but still an option if you are looking to get your hands on either of these brands.

From Rococo Daze
They are offering 4 different kinds of lucky packs - small, medium, big accessory, and big. The small includes 5 accessories, the medium includes a top or skirt and 3 accessories, the big accessory includes a bonnet or petticoat and 3 accessories, and the big includes a dress and 3 accessories.

The lucky packs will release Sunday, August 11th at 9pm BST.

Baroque is taking orders for their first shoe design, the Three Strap Ribbon Shoes. I am pointing these out because after contacting them directly, they are willing to do any color you want for only $10 USD more. Considering that these shoes seem like a great basic Lolita fashion shoe that could fit into any wardrobe, this is a great deal!

From Baroque's Facebook
From Baroque's Facebook
Have a dress with a non-typical color you are having a hard time matching? You can get this shoe to match that dress perfectly! I personally wanted to get this shoe in silver as well as the gold they have available, and was able to order silver and gold! They also have a wide range of sizes from 22cm - 25.5cm. They will also do a custom size for $15 USD more. Reservation period is ending (I believe) August 16th, 2013 on these.

Nuigulumar Z is an upcoming live-action movie directed by Noboru Iguchi starring Rina Takeda. Description from the YouTube video:

Yumeko Ayukawa, better known as Dameko, is a lolita fashion-clad girl who possesses the ability to merge with her pink teddy bear Buusuke to become ""Nuigulumar"". In her new form she must do battle against a villain named Takeshi who's using zombies in his plot to take over the world. 



It is going to be released January 25th, 2014, and I have no idea why I am so excited for this movie. It speaks to me in so many ways - my desire to be able to get out of a situation by merging with my teddy bear, or my endless crusade of destroying zombies. So many things to love, such little time. It is always great to see a movie featuring someone in Lolita fashion!

This is probably going to turn into a movie night with my local community - for sure! Talk about a good excuse for a Guro/Zombie Lolita themed meetup (just kidding - or maybe not!).
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Frills Friday: Adorable Sweet Deco Lolita

August 9, 2013, 3:00 am
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It is so hard to find Deco Lolita without unnaturally colored hair, but one of my favorites, RaineDragon, produced this adorable coordinate with a brunette look. She is deco'ed out everywhere, while still remaining balanced and cute (you tend to see people go too far overboard with the accessories). The colors mesh well into a sweet pastel palette. Enjoy this Frills Friday addition!


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