/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

So I feel a little silly starting the thread when asking for help with a fandom coord, but here goes. I don’t have a hard time making coords normally, but I want this to read well as a coord in it’s own right aside from being a character homage.

Obviously doing a Bakura themed coord, but I’m uncertain where exactly to take it in parts. Utilizing my Jun Ling skirt and tights and I’ll be getting the Boz LP in February-ish which has a nice simple white blouse that I’ll put the hair clip on as a neck bow. For a Boz jacket I own the leftmost one and will have the LP one, but is it just Roland bias making me think it would be best and I should search it out? Would need size L, hence why I don’t have one yet. But if it’s certainly better I’ll make an effort.

Accessory color is where I’m torn. I own both the meme headdress and new Hecate one in black, but in white they could imitate Bakura’s spiky white hair (not going to wear a wig obviously, that veers into cosplay). If I did get them in white I could try tying in more with with the AP Elegant Doll shoes in white I own and buy or commission a corsage in blue/white to go on the jacket. Bag can also help tie in more blue or white in as needed. Or should I just stick to black everything? I feel like white legwear would look off.

I’d really appreciate help/feedback on this idea. It’s been floating in my head ever since this egyptian print came out and it’s just something fun to work on too.

>>10047487
I love Yugioh so I support this, I've definitely considered getting a white jacket like the ones you have pictured to do some kind of Kaiba coord lol.

For your questions, I think the jacket you own is suitable enough, but try laying it out with the skirt to make sure it doesn't cut off at an odd place. My preference for the headdress is the white antique beast bat one.Keeping the legwear and shoes black seems best as well. I would lay this all out to decide on the bag color.

I would personally keep black and blue as the main colors and use white and gold as more minimal accents since I think adding too much of them could look a bit tacky.

>>10047716
Ah that sounds so fun, especially if you're brunette! AatP makes loads of sleeveless white long vests, maybe one will pop up pretty cheap someday just for you! I look forward to seeing it if it ever happens.

But thanks so much for the feedback! Yeah I don't intend on adding more blue or white than the current plans. Though you think I should stick with the black shoes with the white headdress? At least I own both shoes so I'll be able to see what works best down the line. Thanks again, glad to know my idea isn't the worst lol.

>>10047754
NAYRT but I think the white shoes would look harsh, the balance will be better with just the blouse and headdress for small accents.

What would you recommend for a coord with this?

>>10047487
This is a really cool idea and I hope I get to see pictures of you wearing it sometime in the future!
While the Roland would look good, I don't think it's going to make enough of a difference to make going through the trouble of getting one worth it, when you already have two jackets that would work perfectly well. I do agree that you should try it with both to see which one looks more flattering though.
I also prefer the idea of either headdress in white, but I really do think it would look better with white legwear instead of black.

>>10048306
The colours are a bit hard to pick out in your photo but I would match your co-ord with the little accents on the dress. So cream/white/off-white tights to match the collar. Black heeled brogues/oxfords or mary janes. A fairly simple black headbow and classic satchel style bag.

If you wanted to wear something over it I'd go for a cardigan that picks out the red(?) colour or black. Or if you're in a cold place a capelet over the top.

Classic low key make-up and hair with simple dainty jewelry.

Can i ask which dress this is anon? It's adorable.

>>10047487
My teen years were spent obsessing over marik x bakura

I approve of this coord

So i asked in the worn thread to almost no avail about how i could coord this dress, so i'm assuming this might be the better thread to ask in. I was thinking about finding one of those long sleeve, turtleneck IW cutsews to wear with it but i'm still not even sure there. My friend recommended a faux fur capelette, but as i don't own one yet, and it's just a cape, it still doesn't help me out much. i own a few white poodle purses, and i have a pair of btssb heart buckle shoes in sax id like to pair with it, but that still leaves me without legwear or a blouse. i'm pretty open to different interpretations, because honestly i'm stumped on how to coord it but I am more of a fan of cotton fabric/lace, and round collared blouses if that helps at all

>>10048324
Thank you!
I'm a bit new to lolita but if I'm right, it's Victorian Rock from MILK.
This is the listing I got it from, if it's any help. https://item.fril.jp/7f8fe29b8099f07195217ab9481eb97a

>>10048353
Here is an example of how to work in an accent color to add interest to your coord.
I thought would be good inspo since it’s the same the and main color.

>>10048422
>>10048353
Oops!

>>10048353
This is pretty much just how I would wear it if I had it (in the most boring way), but here you go. I’d go with sax accents over fully sax accessories and keep the focus on the JSK. I don’t know how this would look without winter accessories though, the heavy fur trim on the bottom makes it harder to style for me. It would also look cute in an overaccessorized late-old school coord imo.
P.S. Imagine that the whites match, couldn’t find anything better through lolibrary.

>>10048423
I do like the idea of having red accents, i like sax and cherry red a lot for a more vintagey-50s vibes! This probably could make a cute 50s style winter coord if i can find the right pieces....

>>10048431
Anon! This dress actually comes with matching earmuffs! I don't have a picture and it seems like no one online actually.. has a picture of them? But they're like heart shaped and faux fur, maxipad headdress style it's pretty cute! I love the idea of this even if it is basic, i need to start somewhere with it! thank you!

>>10048306
I think you could use this for a simple, cozy look.
I'd bring out the red with a red beret and socks and then go with black shoes and bag.
If you include outerwear as suggested then use the red for that and pair white legwear instead.

I think it would be cute to take some otome inspiration and use a pair of patterned legwear in similar colors such as an argyle. If this seems a bit much for you then don't be afraid to keep it simple!

>>10048423
what ever happened to this girl? is she still around?

Would love suggestions on coording this jsk (deborah doll from mary magdalene)! I have a beige lacy high-neck cutsew that the seller kindly sent with it that matches pretty well. Thanks!

>>10051858

Here's a pic of the cutsew if anybody wants to se it as well. thanks!

>>10051861
ah youre the one that snagged this dress before me! i think the cutsew looks really nice with this dress & maybe some tights or socks that match the lace & a heel that's less chunky than a usual tea party. i have a show in mind but i cant think of the name to grab a picture for you ><

>>10048353
If you're having a hard time finding a brand turtleneck, Liz Lisa (& other jfashion brands) make nice decorative turtlenecks that I think would work.
I own this one in offwhite and I love wearing it with IW coords. LL also has a lot of cute knit tops with decorative collars that would look lovely under a JSK.

>>10051866
haha, sorry about that! I think I saw another one up for sale not too long ago on lm as a heads up? Anyway, thanks for the suggestion!

>>10047487
this coordinate makes me horny. I love Bakura.

>>10052913
Get the fuck out you piece of shit.

I’m new to Lolita and still am not 100% sure what is replica or ita yet so my question is are this style of shoes is okay if I plan to walk a lot

>>10053340
Yeah those are fine

>>10053340

If you're planning to walk a lot, go up half a shoe size and add shoe inserts.

I know some of the newer heels are already padded inside but some of the older models are a bit hard on the inside. They're fine for walking, just not all that comfy.

Hello everyone!

I got the horror garden special set about two years ago now, and though I wear the skirt a bunch I think I've worn the gilet twice? and only ever with this skirt. I really want to wear it on its own but stumped as to how. Any input or ideas would be greatly appreciated!

>>10053785
Layering it on top of a blouse+skirt or JSK is the obvious thing to do with it but I'd try layering it on top of an OP as well, depending on the OPs you have that is. It could look good paired with a printed main piece but solids are a safer bet.
I'm being very vague because I don't know what you have in your wardrobe that might work with it, but they're some ideas nonetheless.

>>10053785


The really obvious answer is to swap out the skirt for another lavender skirt, or lavender x black skirt if you can find one. I'd stick to solids if you're worried about themes clashing with the bat collar. Then you'd be able to wear the same coords as before, maybe with some changes to accommodate the lack of black in the skirt.

You could also try using it like a bustier over an OP or maybe even wear it over a shapeless trapeze dress, but you'd definitely want to keep an eye on the neckline so it doesn't look weird with the gilet's bat collar.

Lastly, you could totally slip it into an ouji/boystyle coord -- black or matching lavender pants (if you can find them), white shirt. Keep the colour theme lavender x black x white and add lavender accessories to your hat or bag to keep the colours balanced throughout.

>>10053793
>>10053801
Thank you both! I really like the over-an-op idea, i just have to find legwear to balance it nicely. The good thing is my wardrobe is all the same color combo and solids except for this one print, so I think I can come up with something. Thanks gulls!

I can't take pictures right now unfortunately, will if needed, but hopefully here is better than stupid questions for this.

Those of you who own IW bordeaux pieces that are that super dark almost purple bordeaux, what do you coord it with? Just got in a JSK that looked normal bordeaux in the stock images, dark in the seller pictures but I wondered if it was lighting, and lo and behold it's that purple toned bordeaux. Also have a cardigan the same color but the JSK is more of the issue. What color do you guys wear with it since not many items are going to be this tone? I could see myself putting browns with it but otherwise I'm drawing a blank since I feel like navy accents would look off and mixing reds just makes you look unbalanced most of the time. I don't really own any purple/lavender unfortunately.

Hi! Sorry about the terrible pic quality, it's night here.

Someone gifted me this jumper skirt and I wanted to try my hand at a punk coord, but I'm having trouble with this little bastard.

What kind and color of blouse/socks/stockings/shoes would look better with this dress?

Or should I simply not use it for a punk coord?

>>10056636
Black or red would look best. White may work too but I'm not sure how the contrast will work out due to the style of the dress, you'll want to be careful or things will get 2007-era anime con emo special snowflake tier real quick.

Something like a red blouse, and black boots or chunky platform mary jane's would look cool, maybe RHS. You could even try layering tights, like black ripped tights over red ones so the red peeks through the rips. It's a cool JSK anon, where is it from? I think you can have a lot of fun with this. Maybe look at old GLB's or Putumayo shots for inspo.

>>10056717

I'm deeply afraid of pulling the 2000's con emo look!

I'll be keeping it between red or black. Maybe it's better to wear a shorter sleeved blouse? I'll also go for chunky black platforms and I really like the idea of layering tights!

This JSK is from Bodyline. I believe it's really old. The dress construction and the fabric are really good. The only thing that bothers me a little is the red nylon lace around the skirt.

Thank you for your advice!

Am I going to get flack for wearing this off the shoulder without a blouse? It’s called an OP and most of the coords I’ve seen online style it that way. Thinking of wearing a lace shawl with it.

>>10056021
...neutrals. Like black, beige, cream, and white.

First coord is this in pink. Seems easy but I don’t want to make it too uninspired..

>>10057421
nah wearing it blouseless is fine

>>10057906
You could keep it simple and cute by using just white and pink: white blouse and socks, pink headbow, shoes, and bag. When you become more comfortable and expand your wardrobe, you could try pulling out the yellow, blue, or red from the print for something a bit more interesting. I think some kind of bakery related bag would be quite cute as well.

Sorry for crappy bed shot, but may I please have some concrit?
I feel like something's missing

>>10059116
Looks cute as is anon! But I find that adding jewelry or cute brooches is a good way to spruce up an outfit when I feel like it's missing something.

>>10059116
Good start anon! Definitely add some jewelry to bring out the dress's gold accents; a necklace or brooch on the blouse and rings would work. A gold clip in the hair is also an option.
Going into pickier territory, you might want to consider a patterned legwear that contains both wine and white to help the color balance, but if you don't own anything like that it's fine as is.

Recently got Holy Wolf OP in black, and I want recommendations about how to coord it for winter, and how to do my hair.
I recently wore it with the golden knit bolero from Meta here depicted, but it felt too heavy, visually speaking.
Any recommendations?

>>10062095
>I recently wore it with the golden knit bolero from Meta here depicted, but it felt too heavy, visually speaking.

Did you balance it off with golden/beige tights? Shoes might do, too, but you need something golden/beige at the bottom otherwise the top will be too light and the bottom too dark. If you want to avoid using that bolero, you could switch to white as secondary colour and use golden only as accent colour. White tights, black shoes and golden jewelry. If you want a bolero/coat I'd wear a black one just because white would really make too much of a contrast, personally I wouldn't like it.

>>10062108
I wore white/golden tights, and black shoes. Might be too many frills on the bolero??? Or something I could do to my hair to balance it out maybe???

Hey gulls, I bought this jsk as a n00b and I still can’t find a way to coordinate it to its full potential. I’d love some suggestions that aren’t the full set, this was my ita Meta dream and I just can’t sell it...
I’ve been trying to pair it with darker items like Meta did with this colorway, but should I play with the blues/pinks/golds instead? This dress is just so easy to make look like shit if everything isn’t balanced.

>>10062095
I think a shorter black caplet could be a cute option for this. Alternatively since the sleeves are lined, you could wear a thermal layer underneath the dress for warmth.
For winter coords I find hats pair well such as a beret, so I'd work your hair into that. Something like curls or low double buns could be cute.

>>10062969
This is a tough one for both noobs and experienced lolitas honestly. I like the idea of pulling out the pink though if you have a pink blouse or outer that matches. My tacky heart says to wear a fur coat or fur topped boots.
I found pic related and she accented the gold and wore a lavender bomber jacket which goes for that kind of vibe.

>>10063423
Oh, a leather moto jacket could also be an option since they're trendy atm. A pink one would be easy to find if you like that idea.

>>10062095
That's not gonna look good over that collar