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Let's have a dumb questions thread, where you can ask questions you feel like would get shot down in any other place.

Would it be smart to wear lolita to a wine and painting class?

>> No.8519244

>>8519239
some lolitas have done it, but would you trust tipsy strangers holding containers of potential stains around your brand?

>> No.8519248

>>8519244
That's why I'm thinking of getting a spot in a corner if possible. I want to stay as far away from those people if I'm going to wear my burando.

>> No.8519256

Lolita is loud, alternative fashion. It is not tasteful to wear it to formal events normal expectations of attire. It has nothing to do with being classy.

>> No.8519264

>>8519248
bring a huge apron and don't wear anything special.

why are you wearing lolita to an event like that anyway? is it a comm thing? it's no big deal to me why you just choose to do it, just wondering what the circumstances are.

>> No.8519265

>>8519239
Whenever I painted at school I would be careful but paint would somehow end up on me. I don't know why you would even think about doing it unless you wear lolita 24/7 but you should still be wearing clothes you don't mind getting ruined.

>> No.8519266

Apparently this is a dumb question:

Is Angelic Pretty (or any other brand if you happen to know) made in a sweat shop?

I'm really curious.

>> No.8519287

>>8519264
The class I want to go to in particular is having a themed event. They're having a contest for it and everything. I'm not meeting there with a comm; I was mainly thinking of going by myself.

>> No.8519298

>>8519266
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVeKzdqnxB8 This video actually shows how BTSSB's stuff is made, from creating the patterns to actually making the clothes.

>> No.8519301

>>8519287
bring an apron or something, or change at the event.

>> No.8519303

>>8519287
Might help to tell us what the themed event actually is but you should be able to tell if it's smart or not yourself. It's not like you can predict if something will end up on your outfit but it likely can and maybe will.
If the contest is separate then you can bring a change of clothes but I assume it's not like that. Just think about how you would feel if you ruined your clothes and decide for yourself if it's worth it.

>> No.8519313

>>8519298
Oh hell yeah. Thank you, this video is awesome, and it was exactly what I was looking for!

>> No.8519315

>>8519239
I would only do it in Bodyline.

>> No.8519357

>>8519244
Stick to kuro lolita.

>> No.8519360

Is it possible to modify a waist trainer/faja so that it is smaller? I just bought one but it seems to be a tad bit big. I didn't really want to order another one since these things are expensive.

>> No.8519465

>>8519239
Just wear your most expensive brand and don't give a fuck. I'm sure if you are very careful you can avoid it. Also I don't think anyone would spill anything on you unless it's on purpose. Those kinds of events are very classy and usually stain and accident free.

>> No.8519746

I don't know if this is a right thread to ask this but... Is there an unwritten law in cgl that you shouldn't post anything to do with Venus Angelic and other snow flakes?

>> No.8519760

>>8519746
It's cgl rules that you can't single out people, threads featuring wellknown lolcows like Venus, PT, etc usually get taken down for that reason.

>> No.8519762

>>8519746
We used to have quite a few threads regarding snowflakes and drama but moot didn't want us to have fun and stopped allowing that kind of thing. It's in the rules that you can't single out people.

>> No.8519812

>>8519760
>>8519762
Ohh now I get it.

>> No.8519965

Do bodyline use the korean mm measurements for their shoes or are they meant to be in cm and have just missed out a dot to indicate that?

>> No.8520010

How 2 prevent cameltoe?

If I was cosplaying a female character I wouldn't care much, but I'm cosplaying a dude in tight pants and the cameltoe will 100% ruin the illusion.

>> No.8520350 [DELETED] 

>>8520010
dancer's cup.

>> No.8520354

>>8520010
dance belt?

>> No.8520462

>>8520010
sock in pants?

>> No.8520472

>>8520010

Get a baseball/football protection cup.

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8520534

What the fuck is this shit

>> No.8520598

>>8520010
A panty liner placed horizontally across the great divide can usually hide it.

>> No.8520826

What is the best SS for dealing with bodyline?
Also what about sites like mbok and wunderwelt?

>> No.8520973

>>8519762
Those were better days...

My dumb question is if I were to build a buster sword out of wood, how would I attach the hilt too I in such a way that it doesn't break off? I feel like the answer is really obvious

>> No.8521033

>>8520826
where are you anon, afaik bodyline ships everywhere internationally, unless you're ordering from their rakuten which i have heard may not work as they tend to knock back shipping services, pretty sure wunderwelt ships internationally too.

>> No.8521119

Can guys go into a makeup store for lessons? Beginner lessons or the sort? This can improve one's own cosplay skills, no? Is this weird?

>> No.8521124

>>8521119
it is not weird. guys who act wear makeup. you can say you will be performing if it makes you feel less weird though.

>> No.8521172

how do i start at learning makeup with the least possiblity of clownface

>>8519239
god no. paint is the devil, take this from an art student. sew kawaii decorations on a boiler suit and go in that

>> No.8522547

>>8519266
BTSSb is not as another anon replied, but the other brands are not in the clear. I've heard that AP used to do some less than savory production, but no known facts.

>> No.8522550

>>8521172
the same way any adult starts.

google "makeup for beginners."

>> No.8522576

is kamikaze girls worth watching

>> No.8522597

>>8522576
Yes.

>> No.8523948

I've tried to ask this before but I never really get cohesive answers; is it worth the SS fees and intl shipping to make a small(ish) taobao order? Like maybe $200-400 worth of cosplay,wigs, and clothing, no shoes or heavy things. I was under the impression for years that unless an order was $700+ it wasn't worth it, so I'd HAVE to find someone to group order with, but the only time I did a group order it was very disorganized and I wouldn't order with them again.
Or, alternatively, what's the smallest amount you'd order from taobao?

>> No.8523997

>>8523948

If it makes you feel better to have a bigger order, you could always be the one to organise a group order, see if anyone wants to hop in.

Either way though, that's a really weird way to approach the question.

What you should really be asking yourself is:
>what am I buying, how badly do I need it

If it's something you absolutely must have to complete a costume/coord for a certain event by set date, then you're not going to have much choice, are you? $400 or $700, you're going to *have* to buy it.

If it's something you can live without, eh, why even buy it.

>what are the alternatives, what is the best choice amongst the alternatives

Other than taobao, check local shops, eBay, Aliexpress, storenvy, amazon, etsy, etc. They don't all carry the same items, it may turn out that what you want is only available on taobao, or vice versa.

Then. Evaluate your alternatives. Add together the estimated shipping cost (you'll have to guess the weight of the item, or take a similar item you have at home and weigh it. Then use the shipping calculator on your chosen shopping service's website), SS fees and the price of the item, for eg - a taobao item might cost $5, SS fees are $1, shipping is $20, making a total of $25. off eBay the same item might be $7 but with free shipping. THAT is when it makes more sense to buy it off eBay. On the other hand, a taobao dress might cost $100 off taobao, SS fees $15, shipping $20, while off a reseller site it costs $150. Then it's cheaper to go through taobao.

Create a spreadsheet to organise the info if you need to, and don't be afraid to split the order up if it saves you money. I've done sewing projects where the lace comes from taobao because it's the best quality at lower price, and fabric is locally sourced so I can feel the fabric, and the beads are from 1cent eBay free shipping auctions.

>> No.8524655

>>8519266
AP might be sometimes, but jetj, vm, and mm are not. I think iw is still made in Japan, too.

>> No.8524675

>>8523997
It's less of do I need it or not and more of a I know I'm overpaying when I buy cosplay from eBay and Aliexpress, combined with wanting some offbrand lolita pieces from taobao stores. I've already done the alternatives advice you gave me. I've been eyeing taobao for about 3 years now, but never made an order on my own.

Basically I'm just trying to figure out how small of an order is "too small" to justify it instead of just buying from resellers. I know it's a strange way to approach it. Maybe this question of mine is even too stupid for this thread.

>> No.8524697

I'm really sensitive to light. As in, I have to wear sunglasses all the time outside and sometimes indoors. I recently tried circle lenses for the first time and I literally couldn't open my eyes outside because of the light. Is this something I'd get used to, or should I just not wear them if I need to see at all?
>tfw next cosplay has bright purple eyes

>> No.8524727

>>8524697
did the sunglasses help at all? could you carry a parasol or wear a wide hat to help shield your eyes?

>> No.8524748

>>8524727
Sunglasses brought me down to about the level of pain I get in the sun without them, maybe a little worse. I generally try to limit my time outside, but even on the con floor it was difficult. I'm sure I had them in right, too; there was no pain outside the light sensitivity.
Last time I wore my costume I just did without the lenses, but the inaccuracy bothered me a little and when I do a shoot I'd like to be fully correct.

>> No.8524769

>>8524697
Don't wear them, no one cares on the con floor what color your eyes are, just shop them for pics if you're really worried. Colored contacts are sort of superfluous on a good cosplay imo, especially if you're in pain.

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8524833

How are you suppose to get those buttons closed and opened on your back that high up?
I tried the dress on and barely managed to get them closed but I just couldn't get open all by myself, the star shape making it even harder.

>> No.8524842

>>8524833
Try positioning yourself in front of mirror(s) to see where the buttons are and just slide the loop over the buttons? It was harder to get them closed for me. It's so damn cute but so annoying.

>> No.8525057

Dumb question. I usually wear LL or 25.5 shoes. Wanted to order some new needed shoes. Site says 3L is 25.5.
Wtf do I do?

>> No.8525071

>>8525057
each company has their own measurement system. go with the cm.

>> No.8525108
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I would like to know whom she is.

>Saw her at AX this year.
>Thought she was beautiful so took her picture.
>Didn't have the balls to try and ask her out.
>That feel when can't stop thinking of her.

>> No.8525614

>>8522576
Yeah, it's pretty good.

>> No.8525631

is it ever acceptable to use your real hair for cosplay?

>> No.8525647

>>8525631
if the character a) has shaved hair and you have the appropriate colour, b) is from a live action show/movie and you have the appropriate length/thickness/colour and the ability to style it right. Other than that no.

>> No.8525681

>>8519266
AP's printed items are made in China

>>8525631
Rarely if ever. Plus wigs are easier to style and look better in photos.

>> No.8525689

What is a trip? And why do only a few people 'trip' here

>> No.8525693

>>8525647
Not that anon, but I shaved my head for a cosplay recently

>> No.8525763

alright, here`s my too dumb for special thread question: can someone recommend a good aliexpress lolita shops?

>> No.8525807

>>8525689
trips AKA tripfags are people who feel like they need to have a username on 4chan because they want to be that special little snowflake.

it applies to all boards, not just /cgl/
being a tripfag is frowned on because that person obviously wants to be that attention whore.

>> No.8525826

Looking for some updated resources on the locations of brand stores in Tokyo so I can plan out my lolita shopping day for an upcoming Japan trip. It seems that there are no solid answers out there on google, except for Laforet, Bodyline, and Innocent World. I'm specifically looking for:

- Kera shop, or somewhere carrying Triple Fortune bonnets
- Victorian Maiden
- Mary Magdalene
- JetJ
- Baby
- Millefleurs
- Q-Pot

And any other second hand lolita stores in Tokyo, like Tokyo Alice or Maiden Clothing. Thank you!

>> No.8525829

>>8519965
They're in cm

>> No.8525833

>>8525826

Tokyo Alice has an office on Takeshita dori. Don't bother going inside - they have a sign telling you to go away because it's not a shop.

Maiden Clothing has a shop in Visual Sound about five minutes away from Closet Child Shinjuku - check the website.

Usagi Youhinten has a tiny shop in the quirkier side of Harajuku.

>> No.8525988

If I found a great length of fur fr a project,but it's only in some godawful neon colours, would it be worth it to grab it (seeing it's less than the right colour in the wrong length) and just airbrush or otherwise paint dye it to black/grey?

>> No.8526182

Are there any particular reasons why girls seem to be attracted to guys who crossdress as girls? Barring the obvious confidence.

>> No.8527110

>>8520534
Is this from that same girl that made a Totoro bed set only using a glue gun instead of sewing it?

>> No.8527117

>>8526182
because it's cute and takes skill while being relatable but still male.

>> No.8527132

>>8525631
Of course it is. If your hair is the right color and length and can be styled right, it can look better than a wig because, you know, it doesn't look like a wig. Because it isn't. This is especially true for for very short cuts, partially shaved cuts, and pulled back styles that show the front hairline. For elaborate updos, a combination of your own hair (for realistic hairline and no weirdness in the back where wig hair is pulled up against the weave) and extensions can be ideal.

>> No.8527141

>>8526182
It shows that the guy doesn't have a homophobic/transphobic asshole machismo attitude, and a lot of people are attracted to genderbendy stuff or androgyny. (Lots of men are, too, it just comes out in seedier ways, like the popularity of pre-op trans sex workers.) It's no more complex than any other pattern of attraction: people find it aesthetically appealing and/or a positive personality trait.

>> No.8527323

>>8523948
That's a decent sized order, imo. I just made a $40 order from Taobao and it was absolutely worth it. It was all small items (obviously), so the shipping wasn't bad. I even went with EMS and it was worth it to me. Over $100 it's definitely worth it.

>> No.8528332

For a full body outfit, what do you do about the heat and sweating? Just be /fit/, or is there more you can do?

>> No.8528428

Hey guys, I'm currently working on a Ultimate Spider man cosplay and was wondering how to hide my shlong in this skin tight spandex suit? Thanks.

>> No.8528449

>>8528428
google search for "dance belt."

>> No.8528452

>>8528428

get a dance belt.

>> No.8528597

Do people actually pay over $100 to put together even the most simple moe cosplay? I'm looking at putting something together myself, hardly any costruction involved, I just have to style a wig, make some wings and a tail and buy a uniform and boots. But that comes to over $100, even using Bodyline for the uniform and boots. Am I doing something very wrong, or do people actually pay that much for a basic-ass cute girl cosplay? I can understand putting a lot of money into a big, elaborate project, but if even the basic shit is this expensive, I think I'd be better off spending the money on travelling.

>> No.8528610

>>8528332
pantyliners. seriously. wherever you sweat that is under clothes, especially pits and groin, line with a pantyliner and change them throughout the day.

>> No.8528666

>>8528610
Well, as a male... Eh, who gives a fuck. Thanks for the tip!

>> No.8528773

Is there a jfashion that consists of dressing like an idol? Not really cosplaying any specific idols or groups, but just wearing similar, flashy outfits?

>> No.8528828

>>8528597
You might be poor and unable to afford it, but $100 is not a lot of money.

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Why does /cgl/ hate all men on 4chan, yet have no problems with the transmen who post here?

>> No.8528885

>>8528841
Probably because they don't post here just to talk about their fetishes and tfw no gf. We only hate men who do that.

>> No.8528894

>>8528885
Yeah but internalized misogyny is common in transmen. A lot of the misogynist shitposting is probably self-hating FtMs

>> No.8528898

>>8528841
>Why does /cgl/ hate all men on 4chan
They don't, it just probably looks like that sometimes because being the only predominantly female board it gets raided a lot by a few thirsty/bitter guys who just want to talk about what >>8528885 said

>> No.8528905

>>8528666
i'm male too. ballsweat does not fuck around.

>>8528841
Anonymous hates attention whores, greedy sluts, and newfags. most men who visit /cgl/ fit all three of those categories.

/cgl/ also hates transmen who don't try to pass but a lot of that hate got moved to the farm.

basically don't act like your gender makes you special and don't flap your dick in people's faces and most seagulls will give no shits.

>> No.8529468

>>8528841
/cgl/ is Tumblr 2.0

>> No.8529473

>>8524833
Utilize another person. Also which dress is this?

>> No.8529586

>>8525071
Thank you!

>> No.8529852

Can I buy directly from Cyperous wigs if I live in the US? Or do I need a SS?

>> No.8530509

I'm about to work out a payment with someone over LM. I've never done this before, I've always paid in full in the past. Do payment plans between two people like this usually entail extra charges to make up for inconvenience to the seller? I ask because I know my university's deferred payment plan, which splits up the registration fee in several payments, has an extra fee so I figured maybe it was normal for such arrangements.

>> No.8530516

>>8530509
Also, in case it helps clarify things, I am the buyer in this situation.

>> No.8530557

>>8530509
It's usually some % of the item's full price up front (like a deposit). Then the remaining divided by however long the agreed plan is. I've never heard of anyone charging extra for the "inconvenience". If anything, they just make the deposit "non-refundable".

>> No.8532407

>>8528597
Yes. Most decent wigs will be at least $30-40, and think about your "normal" clothes. Would you expect to get a blouse, skirt, shoes, plus additions like a cardigan or blazer and necktie for only $60 brand new?
If that's too much, look for second-hand cosplay sales sites to buy an out-of-style moe girl costume and a pre-owned wig.

>> No.8532717

Do I need a feedback page on the eglcommsales if I'm only going to be buying from already existing posts? (As in, I'm not going to be making any WTB posts)

>> No.8533105

How do you reserve items from Baby that are by e-mail only? I tried messaging them my reservation via contact us/inquiries page, but I think I found the "right" e-mail address which is order@babyssb.co.jp. Can I e-mail them to try to clear up what I did, or have I fucked up and blacklisted myself?

>> No.8533842

>>8532717
I believe you do. It's quite easy to set up, and it's totally worth having. It just gives the seller peace if they can leave you feedback.

>> No.8534564
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8534564

Would it be stupid if I coord my lolita pieces with bags like these? Do you guys think I would get shitted on? I would coord the characters colors to my outfits so if I were to have a purple main piece I would go with a bag similar to pic. Would it look ita?

>> No.8534593

when i make armor, how do i attach it to myself? (boob armor, shoulder, belt...)

>> No.8534601

>>8534564
I think it would look weeby and a little cringey at a nice meet. If it's something casual that you need a lot of storage for, like a picnic, it's probably ok. Otherwise, save it for cons and your own personal outings.

>> No.8534647

>>8519239
Why it's bad to have a meetup in McDonalds??

elitist bitches are afraid for their burando or...?

>> No.8534656

>>8534564
well it is an itabag
>sorry I had to do it

>> No.8534659

>>8534564
You'd likely get secretly shit on unless you're like at a con.

>> No.8534669

>>8534564
I second what >>8534601 said. Only acceptable at small casual meets. Otherwise, you'll end up looking like a weeby ita. Which I find disappointing because I never get a chance to flaunt my okami-covered tote.

>> No.8534744

>>8519465
Guffaw guffaw

>> No.8534750

>>8525988
No, even airbrush will make the fur look matted

>> No.8534820

I went to my first con this past weekend, Tampa Bay Comic Con. I didn't dress up or anything (didn't have the money), so I was in regular clothes. My question is, is it really that big a deal to touch someone when they're taking a picture with you? I took a ton of pictures of/with awesome cosplays and put my arm around the waists of the girls who didn't really do a pose or anything. I didn't have any bad reactions, everyone was really nice and sweet and didn't seem to mind.
I ask because I remember awhile back reading a ton of stuff about men touching women in any way at a con is very frowned upon

>> No.8534858

>>8534647
You wouldn't put in the time, effort, and money to get a Ferrari, and then drive it around the dump.

>> No.8534874

>>8534820
I've had people put their arms around my waist when taking pictures before and I never felt it was a big enough deal to say anything, but it does make me mildly uncomfortable.

>> No.8534952

>>8534820
>put my arm around the waists of the girls who didn't really do a pose or anything

NO.

>> No.8534962

>>8534820
It makes me uncomfortable. Shoulders or upper back is better. If the photo is short and the person doesn't continue touching afterwards, then it's not big enough of a deal to complain about.

>> No.8534989

>>8534874
Oh, and for some extra perspective (the post I'm replying to is mine) I'm generally the type of person that doesn't mind people getting in my personal space. I had one of the patrons of the bar that I work at touch and pull at my pants around my knee once after his friend commented that he loved my leggings, because he wanted to see what they felt like since he thought they were normal pants. A nearby chick was watching and her face made a wtf look when he did it, but it didn't bother me.

>> No.8535004

>>>8534669
>>8534601
>>8534656
Thanks guys. I wasn't planning on bringing an itabag to a tea party or high end meet cause thats hella weebish. I was thinking of bringing on to more casual meets and swapmeets. But I still wanted to ask so thanks!

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8535014

As a cosplayer - what is the absolute worst thing someone could ever say or do to you? Throw your worst nightmares out there so the rest of us can understand and relate.

>> No.8535020

>>8535014
>do to you
damage/break my costume on purpose

>> No.8535022

>>8535014
when people fucking ask for photos when you're sitting down, especially if you're eating. i hate turning people down so it's usually a big thing to get ready again or i feel guilty for saying no

>> No.8535029

can i make a katana without wood? i don't have wood working tools or a garage/backyard to cut wood in

>> No.8535034

>>8535014
I guess tear into my costume to my face. If somebody were to purposefully damage my costume like another anon said I'd probably lose my shit and react in kind, but insulting my costume would just make me really upset and make me feel inadequate/set off my anxiety. I have a terrible fear of being judged since I developed anxiety.

>> No.8535048

What's the protocol on brand tea parties? There's an AP tea party coming up and I only wear IW. Is it rude to wear another unrelated brand?

>> No.8535086

>>8535048
First thing's first: you gotta make sure that other brands are even allowed Some brand tea parties demand your main piece be of that brand.
If they are allowed, I do think it's a little rude but not enough to where I'd tell you not to go.
Other lolitas might just give you the stink eye, though. If you don't care about that, then go on ahead.

>> No.8535203

How would I go about using points at a hotel on a free room? The hotel where I want to stay at isn't opened up because the convention shut it down for some reason? The convention isn't helping me.

Sorry about my bad english

>> No.8535236

>>8535203
As in using reward points for a hotel room? Sometimes hotels will black out (not allow) you to use your points on certain days. If you can use your points on other days but not the day of the convention, that day is probably blacked out.

>> No.8535247

>>8535014
Ignore my costume even when it's flashy. Call my face/race ugly when there's nothing I can do change such things.

>> No.8535266

>>8527110
Anon, you gotta link that shit. Sounds like gold.

>> No.8535274

>>8520973
If you made a buster sword out of wood, wouldn't it be ridicilously heavy? I'd consider lighter material options...

>> No.8535285

>>8534820
Yeah don't put your hand on anyone's waist. It makes most people uncomfortable but they're too polite to say anything.

>> No.8535391

>>8529473
looks like dream marine OP

>> No.8535393

>>8525763
infanta has an aliexpress shop

>> No.8535396

>>8535266
not that anon but
http://youtu.be/AJGomx_XYWo
yumi king is always a total cringefest

>> No.8535414

>>8520534
WHAT ARE THOOOOOOOSE?

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8535462

i've just received this skirt in pink and i love the fabric but the box pleats make me look like a cupcake - and not in a good way. i have a vague idea of how to do it, but how would i go about turning it into an a-line skirt?

>> No.8535484

>>8535462
With a print it might be hard (there's a reason border print dresses are cupcake- it's hard to match up). Anyway if you just unpick and re-gather on the waistband it's still going to be a rectangle skirt and cupcake shaped with a cupcake petti. I think a-line requires cutting. I'm not really experienced, sorry, maybe somebody else will help with that. This is just generally telling you gathered skirts are cupcake.

>> No.8535491

>>8528841
>Why does /cgl/ hate all men on 4chan
this is mini tumblr

>> No.8535574

>>8535484
i've unpicked it from the waistband and there's SO much more fabric than i thought there would be so i'm gonna just gather it onto a new, plain waistband. i'm taking the easy way out haha.

>> No.8535625

Can any print be turned into a loliable? I have a blackout blind with a cute bicycle print that I'd like to turn into a jsk.

>> No.8535660

>>8535625
no, no, and no. Unless the fabric is godly soft and nice it's going to look like shit.

>> No.8535823

>>8535029
You might be able to fashion one out of MDF, but I guess that would still require the same tools.

>> No.8535827

>>8535048
I think the general consensus is "if the main piece isn't that brand, don't go". It might look like you're rubbing it in the face of the designers, even if you were just wearing it because you have nothing else. It's a little disrespectful.

>> No.8535953

>>8535014
One of the most obnoxious things I've encountered in real life is "oh my god that character is just awful" like okay yeah and your name is fucking ugly.

>> No.8536556

>>8535236
For some reason the hotel (Embassy) is blacked out on the days of the con except way before the con. But the other hotel (Hyatt) has free rooms. It sucks because I don't have enough points for the Hyatt yet.

I tried asking the anime convention but they gave me the run around saying that the Embassy has free rooms and they have nothing to do with the black out while the hotel says that the anime convention booked the whole hotel so they don't have free rooms for that date (Which is a lie)

>> No.8536670
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8536670

I'm helping out at a charity shop run entirely by middle aged to elderly ladies soon, would it be acceptable to wear toned down lolita whilst there? There's no dress code other than the obvious don't dress like a hobo.

>> No.8536850
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8536850

what kind of jacket is Squirrel Girl wearing in her new series? I can't for the life of me think of it

>> No.8536853

>>8536670
old bitches love the frills. I have only encountered a few who think it's weird but they seem judgmental of anything

>> No.8536892

>>8536850
It's just a cropped jacket with lapels. There's not a special name for it.

>> No.8536952

How often should I be checking in with a commissioner on updates of a cosplay? I don't want to be excessive but I also want to know what's going on.

>> No.8537097

>>8536952
Pretty much never unless it's close to your deadline and haven't heard anything or you're following up on a question/fabric choice/whatever (or it's like a $5,000 full armor suit that's being made over months and months and progress shots might be more logical). "What's going on" is either that the commissioner is actively working on your project or it's in a queue awaiting the completion of another project, and you're just wasting her time by trying to find out if the sleeves have been put in yet or not.

>> No.8537391

shoes - how the fuck do i get around having to drop however much cash on a new pair of shoes for almost every costume? don't say boot covers because none of the cosplays i do involve boots.

>> No.8538181

Is there a way to de-shiny a wig without washing it? And without baby-powder grey to deal with? Straightened a wig, it looked more natural wavy but now it's straight it looks a tad too shiny, and it's long as shit so I'd rather not have to straighten it again.

>> No.8538414

who are mana and misako?
famous ewhores in lolita?

>> No.8538422

>>8538414
why would you pick those two specific names, i wonder

>> No.8538424

>>8538422
People keep mentioning them in lolita threads

>> No.8538493

>>8538414
why would you not google, i wonder

>> No.8538530

>>8525693
Were you Furiosa?

>> No.8538569

Do I need an SS to order from Antique Beast? And if not, how do I order from them? Also how does ordering work? should I get on as soon as the orders start or do they take them all day?

>> No.8538905
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8538905

Figure Ill get a faster answer on here. What character is this and what is she from?

>> No.8538909

>>8538905
It's from Attack on Titan

>> No.8538911

>>8538181
I've seen a tutorial about using fabric softener but I haven't tried it myself

>> No.8538914

>>8538905
here you go anon
http://myfigurecollection.net/item/131197

>> No.8538923
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8538923

>>8538905
HOLY IMAGE SIZE! IM SO SORRY!

>> No.8538925

>>8538914
Thank you! Trying to sell some figures of mine from mystery bags and I don't know all of them, but at least the rest have names I can search.

>> No.8539095

I feel really dumb for asking this but what's a switching jsk?

>> No.8539130

>>8538181
Try spraying a little dry shampoo on it.

>> No.8539159

>>8539095
Typically it's a JSK with a removable bodice bib type piece so it can be worn two different ways, but for whatever reason AP also seems to use it for JSKs with a non-removable ruffle/design piece over the chest.

>> No.8539185

>>8538923
idk who that is but the box says she's from yuruyuri

>> No.8539219

>>8538569
No, you don't need an SS for Antique Beast. Just check out as you would normally by using the shopping art and following the steps it outlines for you. You can process the order without a member registration. They'll invoice in a day or two, but shipping takes some time depending on their customer flow since they only open during a limited time.

>> No.8540232

How do I order items that aren't listed on tokyo alice's rakuten, but on their actual website? I can't click on them or anything. It just shows a stock image of the item with the price below it.

>> No.8540304

>>8539219
Thank you!!

>> No.8540727

Where/how do you buy issues of Larme and the lolita bibles?

>> No.8540729

>just turned 20
>never really worn makeup before
>want to start, since you can't cosplay/wear lolita without a little
>seen aunt, mum, cosplayers and such without makeup
>seems to washout (i guess that would be the correct term?) skin
is there any way to stop that or?

>> No.8540730
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8540730

How bad an idea is it to wear lolita to a gay bar?

>> No.8540731

>>8540729
not sure what you're asking tbh

>> No.8540733

>>8540729
You choose foundation that matches your skin tone and then use blush (and possibly bronzer depending on how you look) to add color back into your face.

>> No.8540737

>>8540730
It depends on the bar. If it's one wear people get sloppy, don't do it. If it's a chill bar, then I've done it before.

>> No.8540745
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8540745

>>8540731
yeah, i'm not doing a good job at explaining this, it seems like make up (especially around the eyes) does a number on your skin? and i really don't want that to happen to mine
>>8540733
okay, thanks for explaining anon

>> No.8540770

>>8540737
>I've done it before.
How'd it go? Did you get any comments?

>> No.8540775

>>8540770
Yep, people liked it. Alternative fashion tends to be popular in the gay community. I had one (I assume) newbie lolita ask me if I was wearing real brand in this almost reverent way, it was funny.

>> No.8540780
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8540780

>>8540775
>ask me if I was wearing real brand
Were you?

>> No.8540787

>>8540780
No, it was just Anna House since I was testing the waters. Next time I plan on whipping out the Innocent World, though.

>> No.8540796

>>8540745
Makeup doesn't affect your skin in that way-- it's just the illusion of makeup.

Wear makeup all the time --> people will notice when you don't, and since you look redder/darker eyes/etc, you will look different/tired/sick to them.

Just don't wear makeup everyday, and nobody will really notice. It'll just be "Oh, she's not wearing makeup today." instead of "Wow, you look way more tired than you always do!"

>> No.8540800

>>8540796
really? huh, that's so strange. thank you for telling me anon, i was really worried

>> No.8540867

Is it really important to do a muslin/cheap fabric mock up before digging into your actual fabric? I've never done it before. Not that I think my cosplays are the best thing ever (they could certainly be better), but I don't know if it's necessarily worth the extra cost/time. Also, how do you know when a certain garment needs lining, besides when a pattern dictates as such?
Thanks!

>> No.8540945

>>8540232

I'm pretty sure you're looking at their wanted section, bro. That's how much they're willing to pay for those items.

>> No.8540967

>>8540867
I never skip a muslin for anything fitted and I'm an advanced seamstress. When to line is something you learn over time, though generally it's the opposite -- when not to line. Most woven fabric garments are better with a lining.

>> No.8540998

>>8540945
Pfft. I feel like such a dumbass now. Thanks for your help. I never knew Japanese lolitas could be so cheap.

>> No.8541005

>>8540998
What. It's a store. They buy and sell for profit. Are you a complete toddler?

>> No.8541011

>>8540800
yeah, makeup does not damage your skin. if you are allergic, or acne-prone, you might have a reaction which will be temporary.

makeup makes your skin look better, which means without it, you don't look as good anymore. if you have healthy skin this will hardly be an issue, but no human being's skin is flawless, so makeup helps everyone look better.

>> No.8541111

>>8541005
Wtf? I was referring to how little people were willing to pay for the dresses they listed in the wanted section. Someone only wanted to fork out 20k for MM perfume bottle OP for example. Not gonna happen.

>> No.8541152

>>8541111
Oh you sweet summer child.

No, those are the prices CLOSET CHILD is paying for those items. The items on that list aren't WTBs from specific people, they are items closet child wants to have in their shop, so they are offering to pay more than they usually would for them.

Every time you buy something from closet child, closet child has appraised that item, and bought it from someone. They pay something like half or a third of market value for everything.

>> No.8541163

>>8541152
*tokyo alice. sorry wrong store, same concept.

>> No.8541166

>>8540727
Amazon Japan, they ship overseas, pretty reasonable.

You can get second hand GLB cheap on amazon japan market place, but you need a SS. I use fromJapan to buy back issues of kera used on the amazon japan marketplace.

>> No.8541175

>>8539095
A garment where the fabric in one place is different from the fabric on the rest of the garment is often termed "switching" by certain brands.

So fur cuffs on a sweater, a collar/bib insert in a different fabric on a JSK, etc.

>> No.8541196
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8541196

>>8538414
Mana is an actual celebrity. Mana is the designer for Moi Meme Motie, a gothic lolita brand. He's more famous for being in a couple of VK bands. (he's in the photo) He cross dresses in lolita.
People joke about him being the god of lolita. He almost never speaks and you should look up interviews with him on youtube. They are golden.

Misako is newer to lolita than Mana. She started out modeling for bodyline back when they still were a borderline sex shop. She then started modeling for some bigger lolita brands and for Kera, a japanese street fashion magazine. She's very popular overseas as a lolita model. She was jokingly called the godess of lolita once Mana started to lose popularity, but she's fallen out of favor with some lolita because she's gotten tied up in all the AM drama.

>> No.8541204
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>>8541196
>>8541196
Mana also coined/popularized the terms Elegant Gothic Lolita (egl) and Elegant Gothic Aristocrat (ega). but Misako interacts more with the international lolita community while Mana is more a distant but influential figure.

both are or have been fashion icons.

pic related, Mana in EGA

>> No.8541210
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8541210

>>8541204
and here is Misako in a NYC store, being approachable.

>> No.8541256

I feel too tall and white to pull off lolita and I don't think I'd ever want to wear the full getup in public ever but I think it's so gosh darn cute and pretty! Is there like, a toned-down version of lolita out there in the fashion world? If so, what's it called? Sorry if this is too stupid of a question :<

>> No.8541277
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8541277

>>8541256
otome

>> No.8541419

>>8541277
Bless you, anon. I will look into this immediately!

>> No.8541438

>>8541196
Didn't visual-kei popularize gothic lolita? Like I keep hearing that it's rococo-inspired but it feels like they're only talking about classical/sweet

>> No.8541475

Is there a way to view Completed or Sold listings on mbok or YJA as you can on eBay?
Being able to keep track of that makes it easier to price check and see if sellers are going to lower their prices any more.

>>8520826
No SS needed for Bodyline, Wunderwelt, or Closetchild. You pay them directly and they ship directly to your place.
For mbok and YJA I like FromJapan due to their low fees (in comparison to other SS's) and thorough interface.

>>8521119
Why not? It's just as important for you too. Even besides makeup for cosplay, I think a lot of guys would benefit from learning skin care basics.
For you and >>8521172 and >>8540729 as well, Sephora offers a variety of free classes from concealing to contouring:
http://www.sephora.com/store-locations-events?tab=classes

>> No.8541487

Click on すべての検索条件を表示 to open the filter page on Y!J, then the 終了したオークション to search within completed auctions.

>> No.8541518

>>8525108
Kill yourself, beta redditor.

>> No.8541854

>>8541487
Ah yes thank you! It was right in front of my nose.

>> No.8542374

Have you guys ever had a significant delay in receiving money on PayPal? Like they say they sent it and even sent a screenshot of the confirmation page, but you haven't gotten it in your account.
I'm trying not to scream scam right away and try to be understanding cause I know PP fucks up a lot, but I'm also not going to be gullible.

>> No.8542503

>>8541438
Lolita is rococo and victorian inspired, yes. It did also gain popularity because of visual-kei. VK fans wore lolita to concerts and stuff.

>> No.8542507

>>8541475
also try en.aucfan.com

>> No.8542513

>>8542374
It's there but they are holding it until a specific date. It should say so somewhere under your balance.

>> No.8542514

What's the difference between pink and blue insulation foam? Is one type better than another for propmaking? I worked on a Habitat for Humanity build recently and took home some of the blue insulation foam scraps, and I'd like to use them if I can.

>> No.8542517

>>8542374
like 20 minutes, or like days? because if it's days, then they need to call paypal support.

Also, use invoices instead of having people send money when ever possible. Way harder for the buyer to mess up your email and send money to the wrong person. If you screw up an invoice, no money goes off into the void, you just get someone rejecting it or the buyer saying they never got it.

>> No.8542533

>>8542514
Different brands, it apparently varies by region which brand makes which color. If you google it, there are a lot of forums where people use foam like that for making stuff that isn't houses and there doesn't seem to be a whole lot of consensus about what is different about one versus the other. The brand that makes it seems to be more important than the color.

>> No.8542534

are lucky packs put out during the summer or only the winter? ex for ap or btssb?

>> No.8542877

>>8542513
No, it's not there. It's not anywhere, and I've logged in on my PC and mobile. Nothing.

>>8542517
Believe me, I do, but for some reason, they're not going through for me. IDK the whole situation is messed up.

>> No.8542890

>>8542877
Then the money was probably never send to you. I would trust paypal's system more than a confirmation page. Won't hurt to contact support though.

>> No.8542924

Where should I buy bluish grey body paint? And what kind of sealant do I use? Also how do I figure out how much I need to cover my legs and arms and face?

>> No.8542929

>>8541011
awesome, i'm glad to hear that

>> No.8543160

If I wanted to order something from a japanese web shop, like AP or Milklim for example, how do I find a shopping service? I hear about shopping services for Taobao all the time but I'm not sure of the reliability of other shopping services. How do you find the good ones?

>> No.8543167

What is lolcow?

>> No.8543169

>>8543167
Someone who makes a huge ass out of themselves on the internet

>> No.8543189

>>8542924
Should I ask in the mspa thread? My cosplay isn't from that but I'd assume they'd know?

>> No.8543199

>>8543189
Definitely. For all Homestuck cosplayers' faults, they sure know their body paint.

>> No.8543212
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8543212

What is the collared portion of this dress called?

>> No.8543215

>>8543212
yoke

sometimes bib

>> No.8543217

>>8542924
Go look in the homestuck general. If there's one thing they know it's body paint

>> No.8543225

>>8543215
Okay, that's what I thought. I've been having trouble finding patterns for the dress shape I want that includes a collared yoke similar to this one.

>> No.8543261

>>8543167
Google "lolcow". You'll see what pops up.

>> No.8543263
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8543263

I'll ask here because I don't want to make a whole thread for it. Is Apparel K a good shop, or can I find some better clothes elsewhere? I saw some posts before about their Uzumaki windbreaker being scalped but I'm more interested in the eva merch they have there.

>> No.8543482

>>8537391
You basically have to either sacrifice accuracy for convenience and use what you have or bite the bullet and buy new ones. There's no cheat for this, anon.

Maybe take shoes into consideration when choosing your cosplays-what do you have already that could work? Could you think of other uses/characters for a given pair if you don't have something that will work already? Etc.

>> No.8543508

>>8542929
Earlier anon is right, makeup doesn't automagically damage your skin (excepting allergic reactions/the rare makeup with harsh chemicals, so read reviews or buy from known brands) but it's still not a good idea to keep it on all the time-always make sure to take it off before bed! Your skin needs to breath, since clogged pores can cause acne.

>> No.8543710

Do I need to buy an instrument if a character has it or can I be okay without it? I'm cosplaying a character that carries an accordion in this one particular outfit, however, accordions are not cheap and I would never learn to play it if I bought it. I was considering a toy one, but I can't find them in stores (can't take the risk with shipping).

>> No.8543716

>>8543710
Of course not... geez

>> No.8543741

>>8543217
Thanks, that's what I thought!

>> No.8543763

>>8543710
I've seen cute accordion bags on ebay, if you really want a prop that might be a nice alternative to a real goddamn instrument.

>> No.8543774

>>8543482
Or you could, you know, be smart about how to custumize your cosplay shoes and be able to change them up depending on what you need them for. One pair or boots could be used several times over by just changing the outer appearance with boot covers. This works for thigh highs as well.

>> No.8543799

>>8543774
googling tip; search accordion bag novelty rather than just accordion bag to avoid suitcases and such, though you probably already know that and I'm just assuming everyone is an idiot
(cute idea btw)

>> No.8544745

Is there a particular reason so many cosplayers don't seem to bother making actual bows for their sailor scout and other magical girl cosplays? They seem to just get two pieces of fabric cut and sewn into a relatively bow shaped flat figure instead of actually making and tying a bow. Is there something I'm missing? It really rustles my jimmies when I see giant flat, fake bows.

>> No.8545425

>>8535247
this. "x character isn't black" well I am so

>> No.8545481

>>8526182
It's all personal preference, but personally if my boyfriend wanted to crossdress I wouldn't be into it. I think you're really generalizing here.

>> No.8545578
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8545578

So for Inkling wigs, the general idea is to get a regular wig and attach fabric tentacles to it, right? Would attaching wig hair to the fabric make it look stupid? Since I personally don't like the look of fabric tentacles.

>> No.8545633

What are some cons in the states worth flying to if one lives in another country? anime expo?

>> No.8545647

>>8545633
Pretty much just that.

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>>8545578
The wig hair tentacles would have to be really, really well done in order for you to pull it off.

This girl did it and it looks excellent but that''s because of how neatly she got the fibers to stay down.

I wonder if doing this technique and then coating it with some kind of sealer would give a more uniform/glossy look..

>> No.8545657

What is the length of Bunny Houses large bell-shaped petticoats?

>> No.8545674

>>8544745
actual bows look awful and are often not even possible with the necessary width and weight of the fabric. You can do them with a loop of fabric for the bow part rather than a flat rectangle, but sailor scout type bows have to be fake, not tied.

>> No.8545683

>>8525681
>AP's printed items are made in China

My non printed items are made in China too. Katrina is the most recent one I own from AP

>> No.8545721

>>8543160
FromJapan, Chibi Tenshi, Tokyo Pirates

and for AP if you want to buy online and have it shipped overseas, use tenso just for the shipping (they give you a special unique japanese address so it comes to their office, but has an ID number that lets them know it's yours, and then they forward it on to you on request for a fee)

>> No.8545737

>>8545652
She did a great job with her hair tentacles. I think coating it with sealer would be good though, since god Inkling hair is shiny.

How would you stick them onto the fabric nicely anyway? I'm really new to cosplaying. Just get a few really long wigs and glue them on somehow?

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8545752

>>8545683
>>8525681
>AP's items are made in China!

Actually, APs print items are made in at least 4 countries. Here are some items and the countries where they were made:
Japan (CDC Premium set)
Vietnam (Dream Marine, Dolly Cat)
China (Lucky Key)
Philippines (Marine Kingdom, Castle Mirage)

>> No.8545909

Is anyone else having a problem accessing their Amazon cart right now? I just want to buy a tie for a cosplay.

>> No.8546175
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8546175

>>8545737
This may be one way to do it. Maybe you can make a paper mache type thin on top of the fabric?

Not 100 on this but it's food for thought

http://ryoko-demon.deviantart.com/art/Jessie-wig-tutorial-188470197

>> No.8546189

>>8546175
Ohh, that's a good idea. Thank you so much.

>> No.8546199

I'm very new, but very excited about a shopping trip on taobao, I read the guide and have a couple questions.
For a shopping service is it over the phone or primarily through other means(email/website)
And for Conversions, should I convert my own money, will they take usd, or is there a reliable exchange through PayPal of some sort?
Sorry if these seem like retarded questions.

>> No.8546281

>>8534564
So what exactly is an itabag? Just a tote you pin merch for a specific character on? I'm intrigued by the idea and might have to do this myself.

>> No.8546324

>>8546199
I think these questions would have been fine on the taobao thread. Communication with the shopping service is done primarily through email. I van only speak for TaobaoTrends bit the conversion is done by them, they will tell you how much to pay.

>> No.8546331

when purchasing fabric how much extra "just in case i fuck up" fabric do you buy, if any?

>> No.8546334

>>8546331
at least 20%. More if I have a feeling the gods of cosplay aren't smiling down upon me.

>> No.8546339
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8546339

How would I go about making a head like this? Wire frame with a helmet thing inside and stretch fabric over it, then do something similar with the ears then sew them on?

>> No.8546344

>>8546199

It honestly differs from service to service. Unlike >>8546324 the one I'm using (taobaonow) communicates primarily through the website (the site does send an email when there is a new message), and the currency conversion is limited to three currencies. A previous service I used was fully email-based and only charged in chinese renminbi though.

Most taobao services do take paypal and do convert to USD, but it's still neccessary to check them individually.

>> No.8546352

>>8546344
>>8546324
Thank you two, that makes a lot of sense. In my head I thought over the phone was the way it was done, but I'm sure it's easier on both parties to do otherwise

>> No.8546367

>>8520973
if you can drill a hole in the hilt up into the sword about 6-8 inches that should be good.

>> No.8546556

>>8546331
2 inches more. I figure out the placement of all of my pattern pieces first on Photoshop (to scale) and find the absolute minimum I need (including shrinkage), then add 2 inches for good measure.
This method has never failed me. I tend to still end up with more fabric than I use because the cutting counter ladies give me 2+ inches more almost every time.

>> No.8546603

As a cosplayer who likes to take photos with other cosplayers, I am looking to raise my game in terms of posing when asking for photos, what are some do's and don't aside from the common sense stuff?

>> No.8546609

>>8525108
>Incorrect use of 'whom'
You are pond scum.

>> No.8546610

>>8536850
The only hero to actually kill her villain.
Best Girl.

>> No.8546613

Which light weight air dry clay would be best for making horns?

>> No.8546634

>>8546609
It's even worse than when people say "who" when they should say "whom".

>> No.8546695

I don't know if this is the best place to ask this, but I really want to get into Lolita fashion but I just don't know where to start or what to do.

I've lurked for a while in the lolita generals and It seems extremely hard to pull off anything well.

anyway any advice would be appreciated

>> No.8546711

>>8546695
Look at hellolace and the lolita handbook.
It's kind of hard to tell you if you don't even know what you're looking for but there's a bunch of resources everywhere online.
Do you want to know how to coordinate or where to buy clothes or what

>> No.8546721

>>8546695
I think starting by choosing a style would be easier (like sweet, classic or goth) or just choosing your wardrobe by colors.

First start getting the basics like a petticoat, basic colors of stockings (or tights), then choosing some shoes that would fit your style in general.

>> No.8546762

>>8546721
I think that Sweet or Classic would suit me better, although more so classic.

A plane white petticoat would be fine with both right?
>>8546711
Thanks those sites really helped.

I would really love some tips on how to generally coordinate an outfit. Like what to avoid ect...

Also is bodyline that bad?

>> No.8546794

How would I ask a brand, like Angelic Pretty, if they're going to rerelease a print?

>> No.8546918

>>8546794
Email them, I'd guess. Which print are you wanting?

>> No.8546922

>>8519239
The real question is...

Would it be smart to host a lolita wine and painting class.

>> No.8546971

>>8546918
Oh yes, indeed. I guess I wasn't clear on what I meant haha. I meant if I were to contact the brands, should I use English or Japanese? And how would I write the message if I used Japanese?
But anyway, I would ask AP if they're planning to rerelease Dream Marine (pretty much no chance of it happening though) and if Mary Magdalene is still planning to rerelease Perfume Bottle.

>> No.8547000

>>8546971
Sorry to be a party pooper but Japanese brands are super secretive and probably wouldn't tell you even if they're planning a rerelease.

>> No.8547037

>>8547000
Ah, okay. I figured as much. In the meantime, even though it won't be that influential, I guess I'll just email them and express my interest of those prints.

>> No.8547044

>>8546971
MM's confirmed to rerelease Perfume Bottle with some modifications if they get enough orders.

>> No.8547711

What is an iron gate?

>> No.8547720
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>>8547711
I'm guessing that you mean Iron Gate, an incredibly sought after lolita print. It's by Moi Meme Moitie.

>> No.8548581

I bought a dress in lavender with white lace. I'm planning a fairly simple coord, and I'm using white socks. Do I need to buy lavender shoes, or can I scrape by with white?

>> No.8548585

>>8548581
lavender is best, white is ok. maybe get some lavender shoe clips as an attempt to balance it if you don't wanna purchase new shoes.

>> No.8548634

>>8546762
Any petticoat color is fine really, since it's not supposed to be seen, but white is the best option since it won't show through fabric. This blog is really useful for beginners: http://fyeahlolita.blogspot.ca/2009/10/how-to-avoid-being-ita.html

Bodyline isn't bad per se, it's just hit or miss and tends to be the cornerstone of a bad coord. It's definitely possible to wear it right, however. There's a thread here on it. Best of luck.

>> No.8548647

I have a question. I found a jsk I really want, but lolibrary says the shirring only stretches to 1 cm below my bust size. Is it worth a shot, or should I just give up?
>inb4 lose weight

>> No.8548651

>>8538530
Nope

>> No.8548652

>>8548581
is there any way to get lavender socks or put lavender bows on the shoes? i always like a touch of color with white shoes

>> No.8548668

>>8548647
try a minimizing bra

>> No.8548671

>>8546339
Anyone?

>> No.8548680

>>8548647
Regardless of what the supposed max is, what matters is the minimum. Shirring only buys you a little bit of give over the unstretched size. It's definitely not going to fit if you're above the theoretical max.

>> No.8548764
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8548764

What's the point of itabags? I just don't get it. Are they to sell, or people actually use these as their normal bag?

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>>8548764
>sees thumbnail
>ugh weebs
>opens image
>mfw

>> No.8548794

What days does closet child update?

>> No.8548807

>>8535396
>a single sheet of fleece as a blanket
>sewing the pillowcase shut
Yumi King always makes me feel better about my own skills.

>> No.8548812

>>8537391
Boot covers aren't just for boots. You can make covers for any kind of shoe.
It's common for cosplayers to use multiple covers for the same base shoe.

Or you can alter shoes you already have and just don't care about.

As the other anon said, there's not much of a cheat code for it.

>> No.8548814

>>8548764
people use them, to show how much they love a certain character/series

>> No.8548817

>>8519298
How would everyone feel if lolita became extremely popular overseas? More than it is already.
My fear is that there will be a big surge in popularity and clothing companies will try and take advantage of this by creating low quality outfits to try and match the lolita esthetic.
We all saw what happened to kigurumis.
Do you think that the nature of lolita would prevent this from happening?

>> No.8548844

>>8546339
Essentially, yeah.
Look up mascot heads.

>> No.8548865

>>8548814
Ah okay. For while I was thinking they were a way to display buttons to sell or something.

>> No.8548927

>>8548844
Thanks man.

>> No.8548930

If I wear the same cosplay more than one year to the same convention, is it a faux pas? I don't compete and just go to walk around.

>> No.8548956

>>8548930
Nah, but if you wear it year after year, regulars at that con will notice. Anything past three years feels a little sad imo, unless it's an enduringly popular series and/or a really good costume.

Although, that being said, if it's not an uncommon costume, people won't notice. If you're Ed/Sora/Naruto/L/whatever generic costume every year, that's definitely going to fly under the radar.

>> No.8548976

>>8548956
Three years? That's generous. I give it three cons (in the same year and in a row where I actually see them) before I start mentally side-eyeing people.

>> No.8549022

Hi anons, sorry if this has been answered before.

I am wanting to make a purchase with Antaina but am confused about how to order from them.

>On their page it says that they now accept Paypal, does this mean I can skip the SS?

>How does one go about actually ordering a type of shoe... When you click on a style when browsing through the different categories it will display numerous different types of shoe in the one shoe type that you clicked on. How do I know what I get? Do I have to specify colour, heel height, heel type etc. in my order e-mail? And if so how do I best communicate this. (sorry if this was hard to understand)

>Finally how long does it take to have an order processed and shipped?

Thanks for any help you can provide anons, I really appreciate it.

>> No.8549040

>>8548794

Thursday and Sunday.

>> No.8549064

>>8548956
>>8548976
>>8548930
If it's a good costume, people will definitely remember and ask, "Are you the X from last year?" if you hit the same con again. Don't do a third year in the same costume, because chances are, it's already 1) falling apart, 2) smelling funny, 3) people will think you're a one-trick pony, strangely obsessed with that character, and unable to move on.

>> No.8549072

>>8549064
If it's a good costume it shouldn't fall apart after three years, and you should also be able to launder it. Point three is valid.

>> No.8549089
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8549089

So I wanna cosplay gif related. If I bought a nice military jacket that looked as close to his as possible, and wore jeans the same style/color as his and bought high quality boots that looked as close to his and styled a wig as close as I could to his what are the chances of it really coming out badly?

He should be a really easy character to cosplay, but is it possible to fuck something that easy up so badly that it looks terrible

>> No.8549282

>>8535953
Well, if you're cosplaying as an evil character you should expect to get shit on - but then you just shit on them right back in character.

>> No.8549318

Maybe not right board... but can someone regoment good and free program for filming gameplay?

>> No.8549376

>>8549089
You have the right mindset to pull it off.
Simple cosplays tend to look like shit because people think "oh just any pair of jeans will do. i'll wear my converse because it's just shoes. my hair is fine as it is!!!" and they end up missing key details.

>> No.8549412

>>8546613
>>8542924
Ask the Homestucks.

>>8548671
Check fursuit tutorials and use something similar as base.

>>8549282
It's not even an objectively evil pr antagonizing character, just one with at times questionable moral alignments.

>> No.8551781

>>8546695
Lurk, lurk, then lurk some more. Once you've done lots of lurking (and background research), I'd recommend going onto LaceMarket to buy clothes - newbs are often encouraged to go for Bodyline because it's cheap, so if you don't like it no harm done, but the quality of brand clothing is just so much better than Bodyline's so it's worth trying to find some even second hand.

>> No.8552835

>>8546695
You should see if your local comm has a mentor big sister/little sister lolita group. There might even be a general one that can suit someone without a comm just starting out.