I recently discovered this movie, Shimotsuma Monogatari a.k.a. Kamikaze Girls. I like to think that it’s a Japanese coming of age comedy, but who knows what genre it really falls. Anyways, I’m recommending this movie because: a) its main character is a gothic/ sweet lolita, b) it features the store Baby, The Stars Shine Bright, [...]
Edward Merrin Has Fallen For An American Gothic Lolli
To the American Gothic Lolita that was at the gas station,
Forgive me Lena, you’re going to be mad at me for this, but I just have to stay true to myself. Today, I fell into a whirlwind of infatuation with another girl. A girl with style. A girl with courage. And a girl that is [...]
Harajuku/ Cosplay In The Mainstream
In addition to the “Harajuku Girl” gaining popularity in the States, it seems as though people are getting more and more serious with Cosplay. The effort being put into creating these costumes, and even the attitude and enthusiasm… It all shows that some Americans have really found a deep liking to the Japanese lifestyle… Check [...]
Gyaru Gal #10 – Romanba/ Romamba
The Romanba/ Romamba look has often been known “Lolita Gal.” But instead it’s more of a hybrid with two subcategories: the Lolita look and the Ganguro/ Yamanba look. The Ro has been known to stand for “romantic” and the “manba” I’m sure you can figure out. The Romanba gals tend to wear lots of Marie-chan [...]
Gyaru Gal #9 – Manba/ Mamba
The updated Manba look is a more recent version o the Yamamba. The Manba gals tend to keep their makeup more powdery and blended more smoothly. The makeup is worn more softly. As for clothes, they’re a lot less beachy. The brands: Alba Rosa, Cocolulu, and fairly non-beach related clothing are often worn.
Cosplay In America
I recently attended the San Francisco Wondercon event this weekend. Aside from all the comics, I saw some really cool Cosplayers. Unfortunately, only one of my pics turned out good.
Pics by Deb Aoki. Except the Sailor Moon, that one was by me.
By Deb Aoki
By Deb Aoki. By Edward Merrin.
Edward Merrin Is Infatuated With Gyaru
I know I’m starting to look obsessive here, but I just can’t help it. I’m just too fascinated with the Gyaru culture. Within the past few days, I don’t know how many times and how much I’ve invested in items related to Ganguro and Kogal lifestyles. Aside from buying a few magazines, I have [...]
Still Fascinated With Tanned Japanese Girls
So lately, I’ve just been too caught up with tanned Japanese girls. I recently went on a binge, buying as many Japanese fashion magazines on eBay. I figure, even though I can’t read the magazine, the visuals will still serve some inspiration for me. For those interested in Kogal, Gyaru/ Ganguro looks and culture, check [...]
Japanorama on Gyaru
So I recently discovered the series, Japanorama. And all I gotta say is, wow… The series is British-based, and each episode is dedicated to exploring a certain aspect or lifestyle in Japan today. It’s pretty much a Sociological documentary series. Each episode digs deep behind every culture. The host, Jonathan Ross is a little goofy, [...]
Kinds of Harajuku Girls
Gothic Lolitas
Gothic Lolita, is a form of the Lolita fashion subculture in Japan. The style pretty much resembles the clothes that children would wear during the Victorian and Rocco time period. Though the look may appear uniform, some gothic Lolitas are able to make themselves unique, in many ways.
For example, since the Victorian and Rocco [...]
