Japanese Lolita: online shopping & quick look - a list by espy

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Lolita fashion has been around since the 1970's and is gaining popularity abroad thanks in part to the growing popularity of anime/manga. This list provides a quick introduction to the brands, style and some sub-cultures for novices (like myself) as well as links to online shops that will ship overseas (and one US based jewelry designer) for established fans.

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★★★BABY,THE STARS SHINE BRIGHT★★★ Jumper dress

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The jumper dress is a keystone of the Lolita style, which is all about looking like a young victorian girl. Key details include lace accents, bows and ruffles, as well as corset inspired bodices. This one, from couture label "Baby, the Star Shines Bright" comes in three colors: pink, which is the defining color of the "sweet lolita" look that hyper emphasizes the childish style by using whites and pastels only, a navy blue which would be suitable for a "classic lolita" and black and white in a more gothic lolita style. This brand is one of the few that will ship overseas: seek out their English page for more information.

Updated Feb 5, 2008

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Metamorphose : Apple knee-high socks

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Knee-high socks are a staple, of course. For sweet loli style the cuter the better-- like these pink apple socks from couture label Metamorphose.

Updated Feb 5, 2008

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Coquettish*Tiara Cecilia (Pink)

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Femininity is key to the lolita look, and cute little handbags are another must have accessory. This one from Coquettish Tiara goes perfectly with a sweet lolita look.

Updated Feb 5, 2008

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Beth Ribbon Doll Coat (Cream)

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Lolita style is super kawaii ("cute")- frilly skirts and pinafores abound giving Lolitas the little girl look that earned them their name. Victorian inspired accents such as ruffles, ribbons and bows run counterpoint to skirt lengths and an overall energy that is anything but demure. Add black and punk/rock-n-roll edginess and you have the gothic loli style.

Updated Feb 4, 2008

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GOTHIC&LOLITA: New~Alice in wonderland sweet lolita shoes

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Vivienne Westwood's designs have had a huge impact on gothic & lolita style in Japan. Her rocking horse ballet shoes (designed by Patrick Cox) dumped Naomi Campbell on her butt in 1994 and have since spawned scads of knock-offs and re-interpretations like this adorable Alice in Wonderland version. Bona fide Westwood versions can be found through auction sites, but their high fashion cache in Japan often pushes prices into the $600-$800 range.

Updated Feb 5, 2008

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Gothic & Lolita Bible : English : VOL 1

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In response to a growing fanbase overseas, Tokyopop is set to release an English version of it's popular magazine "Gothic & Lolita" soon. Typical issues include photo spreads, interviews and features on designers, and pull out patterns that can be used to create clothing and accessories.

Updated Feb 5, 2008

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Moi-meme-Moitie / Rose Scallop Original Lace Blouse Black 2

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Moi-même-Moitié was founded in 1999 by Malice Mizer, lead singer of the (now-disbanded_ Japanese goth band Mana. This line is *the* couture brand in Gothic Lolita style, and has played a tremendous role in defining it. He is responsible for creating the substyles known as Elegant Gothic Lolita (EGL) and Elegant Gothic Aritistocrat (after his women's and androgynous lines, respectively). EGL style uses only black, white and dark colors with liberal use of lace, bows, ruffles and high-quality fabrics.

Updated Feb 5, 2008

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h.NAOTO : Frill : complete outfit

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h.NAOTO is a hot avant-garde designer that incorporates gothic and punk influences into his designs. This complete outfit is from his FRILL line (click through the link to see details) and costs around $500 USD (plus shipping and handling).

Updated Feb 5, 2008

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Cosmates Japan - Gothic Lolita - Headdress - Black Mini Hat

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Headdresses are a key accessory for any lolita. Oversized bows, round ruffled lace head pieces, and Victorian styled hats like this mini hat are key!

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Cosmates Japan - Gothic Lolita - Japanese - Gosrori Yukata White and Orange Butterfly (gothic950)

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Another subset of loli style known as Wa Loli, or waloli, adapts more traditional Japanese clothing such as this yukata-based dress with a butterfly pattern.

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