The Sensitive Petal Princess

Lolita sub- styles: Part 1  Hello, today I will be talking about the four most common lolita sub styles. They are old school/ traditional, sweet lolita, classic lolita and gothic lolita. As this blog is intended for the newbies to the fashion, I don't want to confuse and overwhelm you with too much information all at once:)  While lolita refers to the name of the fashion we wear in general, lolita fashion came from the fascination with the Victorian- Rococo look of the 18th century. The first known style to appear on the streets of Harajuku was Old School, but sometimes refered to as Traditional lolita style. Then out of the old school look, lolita fashion evolved into what we know today into the other lolita sub styles.   Old School/ Traditional Lolita What is old school lolita? Old school lolita back in the early days of the fashion consisted of a lot less bright colours, tartan fabric was also popular, also to add detail to the dress, lace...

Lolita in Anime and Manga   Today I want to talk about lolita inspired fashion in anime and manga. Not only am I passionate about lolita fashion, but I love, love, looove anime and manga. I am a lolita Otaku (nerd). While other lolitas are more into literature and books. So, as my lolita fashion adventure began five years ago, now I can't help but notice how the fashion has made itself present in movies, anime and manga. Brand and indie brands also draw inspiration from media and literature when also designing their garments for all lolita enthusiests to enjoy.      Movies First, I am going to start with the movie most lolitas are familiar with, 下妻物語 Shimotsuma monogatari, or otherwise known as Kamikaze Girls. This follows the story of Momoko, a 17 year old High School girl is is obsessed with 18th century France, dresses in lolita fashion, has an obsession with the fashion brand Baby, the Stars Shine Bright. She befriends a Yanki bik...

Times I've thought of quitting Lolita...   Hi everyone, I'm back with another story. I wanted to share this because its been on my mind and I need it get it out. As you've probably guessed from the title, there have been times I have thought of quitting lolita...........Yes, quitting.   This frustration all started when I ordered my one of my dream dresses from Haenuli. I've ordered previously from Haeluli and didn't have a problem. So when reservations opened for one of my dream dresses, I quickly reserved and paid my money. I waited for a month or two and at last, said dress shows up. I carefully take it out of the box and plastic it was wrapped in and went to try it on. It wouldn't fit over my breasts. I. was. devastated. A dress I was looking forward to for so long didn't fit my fat, foreigner body. I'd even bought accessories to go with this outfit...............So, with a feeling of disappointment, sadness and frustration, I carefully wrap...

The Petticoat   Hello everyone, I'm back with another post!! Yay!! When I first started in Lolita fashion five years ago, one of the things I thought I could get away with was a PETTICOAT!! I thought my bum looked big enough as it was ,and did not need to increase the size, and make it bigger with a petticoat. BUT little did I know that I needed a petticoat to give the dress some SHAPE. Because I'm a plus sized Lolita, I don't need an overly large and poofy petticoat. However, some lolitas wear two or even three pettis underneath on the quest for their desired look they want to achieve   One of the mistakes a lot of beginners make and often overlook is the petticoat. As I mentioned earlier, it gives the dress shape. This is important as it gives the look of the lolita aesthetic, and the iconic silhouette every one is familiar with. Beginners will often purchase a dress, minus the petti. If you're going to buy that dress you've had your eye on for ages, buy ...

  Lulu Hashimoto: The REAL living doll Hellooooo everyone!! Today, I'm going to talk about Lulu Hashimoto- The REAL living doll of Japan!!   Other people on the internet, for whatever reason, have taken on the title of a living doll. This goes from the clothes they wear, how they do their make up, how they furnish their house, and the plastic surgery to even look the part. However, how would you feel with me telling you that 23 year old Japanese fashion designer, Hitomi Komaki has taken it one step even further, to produce a REAL living doll. She has always loved dolls, so therefore went ahead and designed a real life one and quoted as saying, “I have always really liked dolls and for me, the epitome of cuteness is dolls,”.   Lulu and designer Komaki recently appeared on the 100th episode of "Kawaii International".    Lulu Hashimoto wears a body suit with ball joints air brushed on the suit where the "actual joint" would be o...

How to buy brand on a budget and brand new   Hi all, in this blog post I want to talk about the purchasing of BRAND and INDIE BRAND and reasonably priced lolita pieces in general.   When I tell people I'm into Lolita fashion, one of the questions I get asked the most is "Isn't Lolita expensive"?, well yes, it is. However, there are ways to save and afford the fashion weather you are a seasoned lolita who has been wearing the fashion for years, or a newbie to the fashion who is still learning. So, where to start.........most people start with the internet.     INTERNET   One website I recommend for buying brand and other indie brand pieces is Lace market . Lace market is the ebay of lolita fashion and accessories. I've purchased from Lace market in the past and have not had a problem. However, be cautious, as with ebay, be cautious with internet sellers in general, and always check the feedback section to check the sellers r...

Living the Lolita lifestyle in everyday life: MUSIC!! Hello everyone. It's been a while since my last post. Well, in this post I thought I would write about one of my loves to survive in everyday life; in my Lolita life that is. I'm talking about music of course. Over the years, Lolita fashion has gone further than "just wearing the clothes and tea parties". The Lolita aesthetic has also made it's way into music. So, I well be discussing various music artists\ idols that have incorporated Lolita fashion into their music, as well as a few other mentions of other pioneers of kawaii culture in general. Kyary Pamyu Pamyu The first one I would like to talk about is of course, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu (KPP). KPP jumped into the fashion scene working as a model for KERA magazine and Zipper. She released her first single PON PON in August 2011, drawing inspiration from overseas artists such as Gwen Stefani, Christina Aguilera and Katy Perry. Her music is cute with he...