/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

>>9998950
I don't know if handmade pieces are overall judged harsher on cgl but most people will compare what you make to what the brands make. Obviously, handmade dresses rarely measure up since regular lolitas don't have the experience and resources of the big brands. The unfortunate truth is that the fabric looks cheap, the construction is difficult to see because her arm is covering the bodice, and the coord doesn't elevate it at all.
Her socks are plain and could easily be swapped with something with a simple pattern or add lace tops.
The sleeves appear too short.
The combination of the bows with the rectangle headdress gives her head a very odd shape.
And as other anons have pointed out, a colour from the dress could be used to swap out with the black.
It's not the worst handmade dress ever but it's definitely ita.