Jan 24, 2010 21:11
1)Screen- name and DOB, please tell me these~
anathema_narumi
9-27-91
(2) height, weight, clothing size and shoe size
5;6.5", no thanks :x, no thanks again, shoe size 10 US/26-26.5cm
(3) why did you start to dress lolita?
I thought it was beautiful, graceful and elegant. Which is exactly what I wanted to be.
(4) which style of lolita do you like
Pretty much all of them, though I'm not super big on sailor.
(5) express in your own words, the ideal your above answer
Funky coordinations, "crossover" styles, sweet has to be OTT; decolita styled :D
(6) Do you have piercings? Where?
13 in my ears and counting
(7) Which brands do you like?
I like a little bit of everything; though Baby really has it going on, I'd say :D I like AP's designs, but I DON'T like AP because of how discriminatory most of their dress sizes are. And sometimes they seem kinda "fake" with their prints, even though they're pretty adorable. Don't get me started.
(8) Which are your favorite clothes you wear?
Anything red is what I like best :D I love red and pink coordinates!
(9) how many lolita friends do you have?
A good number. The CO lolitas are great!
(10) What do you love most about lolita?
I love how beautiful I feel inside of it. There has never been a time where I've felt bad, or ugly in lolita. Also; how conservative the fashion is. I LIKE TO COVER UP.
(11) What do you hate about it? Pet peeves??
As I mentioned before, I really wish some brands (such as AP) would reach out to audiences of many sizes as they gained popularity. Of course, the clothes are originally built for Japanese sizes but if you know you have a consumer base large enough to offer international shipping, you should also cater to international sizes.
(12 Magazine you read?
I do a lot of online browsing, though I have yet to buy any mags of my own. The GL Bible, Kera, Ageha, used to look at Egg... and JRock mags here and there.
(13) Headdresses, bonnets or ribbons?
Ribbons I suppose. Like bows? I love bows.
(14) Yes to Drawers/Bloomers
Yes, though I have yet to find the "perfect" pair. DX I'm thinking Anna House has it.
(15) do you tie headdresses at the front or at the back?
I don't like the way headdresses look unless they are round/heartshaped...but I'd tie at front
(16) Who is your favourite band/type of music?
I don't like to pick favorites, but Utada Hikaru, HYDE, Gackt, BoA and some other artists.
(17) What is your phone ring tone~?
It's some generic Samsung tone XDDD I still haven't changed it and I got the phone back in Sept!
(18) Do you go to concerts in lolita?
Depends on which kind of concert. Rock concert? HELL NO. (Except Polysics XDD ) Pop concert? Why not?
(19) For people who go to concerts: do you headbang at concerts?
I try. I get dizzy.
(20)What colours do you like?
reds,pinks, blacks....things like that
(21) What are your hobbies?
I have many, but I rarely practice them nowadays :( make-up, hairstyling, nail art, drawing, creative writing, etc.
(22) If you have any favourite perfumes, please tell us.
I don't, actually XD
(23) Is there anything you are careful of in lolita?
Well, when I wear lolita I'm careful about how I move. I don't want to snag anything or bump into anything messy on accident.
(24) Do you have any favourite haunts in lolita?
what does this mean? XD like....halloween haunting?
(25) how many times a week do you dress lolita?
Not very often, these days. I prefer to wear my clothes to more formal events. But if I had a more versatile wardrobe I'd wear it every day if I could.
(26) Please tell us an embarrassing story when you were a beginner in lolita.
Ummm, I dunno, the entire first year that I had my ONE DRESS that was a tacky Bodyline remake of an UGLY dress to begin with, and it was so short you could almost see my ass poking out of it? Oh. AND I met Mana in said dress. XDDDD I don't like to look back on those days.
(27) Your current hairstyle and color.
It's like an bob style, with blunt bangs across my forehead.
(28) What is your lolita history?
I became interested in lolita in...say....7th-8th grade, which was around 6-7 years ago. For a long while, I only had one piece of clothing until a few people were generous enough to buy pieces for me. I experimented with many different types of lolita, and even some kodona. Then I became interested in selling/recycling my old clothes annnd....I guess I'm doing the same today? XD Only difference now, is that I work and can afford my pieces much easier.
(29) Do you store your clothes in a special place?
I keep all my lolita clothing in my walk-in closet, on a special rack.
(30) Did you ever think about stopping Lolita? What was the reason?
I had my VERY FIRST "quitting lolita" thought about 2 days ago, actually. Though, I'd have to say it's a fashion I don't think I'd be quitting for quite a long time. It was more "I'm upset with my size/weight and should take a break until I lose some inches" kind of thing.
(31) What is your motto?
I don't have one XD be awesome, and keep your head up?
(31) Your dreams of the Future?
Lolita-wise: To be beautiful and respect, and have a 32" waist like I used to.
Other: Find true love? Own a business. Inspire people. Idk
(33) This person is so perfect for lolita!" - Do you ever think that about certain celebrities?)
Not really, no.
(34) 一Any products/items you have with a fond memory?
I'd say...my red cake jsk from Anna House is one of my faves. It was my dream dress for a while and I finally got it *o*
(35) What was your first item?
Again, that shitty Bodyline replica I ordered off eBay XD;;
(36) Have you got a pose for photos?
not so much, though I try to take pictures at angles
(37) What is your heart's bible? [book/magazine/CD/etc]
My heart doesn't have one, I don't think. So many things touch my heart.
(38) what is the best cm for heels?
hmmm for me, the shorter the better. I don't like to feel very tall in lolita; so I aim for flats, etc.
(39) Do you wear tiaras?
I doooo :3 they're so pretty
(40) Do you think you want to try prince style? What kind of prince?
Already have, I think it's great. I'd say more traditional/gothic prince. Maybe punk prince.
(41) What types of lace do you like?)
I'm partial to cotton eyelet lace; actually...and the laces Baby uses XD;; anything not scratchy or cheap. I don't think I like Raschel either; though I may be confusing the name with something else.
(42) Do you own a doll? Does it give you fun, childish feelings?
I do not.
(43) What is in your lolita bag?
Right now? Nothing. I only use my bag for special occasions.
(44) What is your favorite flower?
Roses are lovely :) white ones.
(45) Right now, what is your favorite accessory?
I'd have to say my new pocketwatch necklace :D
(46) Please recommend us some cosmetics.
MAC is pretty cool, although I don't own a lot of it. L'Oreal HIP is also great for budgeting; as well as some Maybelline liquid foundations :D
(47) With Eye-tape your eyes look like a Doll's! What eyelashes will you wear?)
My eyes look like a doll's without eye tape XD;; Anyway, long, "pointy" styled lashes work best with my eye shape.
(48) Your eye makeup for these eyelashes?
something sheer, and glittery is my favorite choice. Along with a good highlight and contour for my eyebrows/crease
(49) Red Lipstick? Blue? Black? Pink?
I don't wear lipstick. But I enjoy clear glosses, or gloss with a brown/gold shimmer.
(50) Or which nail polish do you choose normally?
PFFT. I own too many polishes to have a regular XDD whatever feels good at the time.
(51) Have you ever changed in a train station bathroom?
I've never even been in a train station bathroom.
(52) What do you think of 'twinning' and 'triplet' lolitas?
I think it's cute!
(53) How do you keep in shape for lolita? Recommend us something.
that's, actually something I'd like to work on. I'll get back to you.
(54) Do you keep calm when by yourself in Lolita?
Ja.
(55) How much do you spend per month on clothes/accessories?
it depends on the month, actually. This month I've spent around $500 on lolita stuff, other months I'll usually spend around $100 or less. (I don't buy a lot of brand)
(56)Was there a time lag between you knowing about Lolita and dressing?
sort of... I don't remember the actual gap, but since I was like...only 13 I had to wait until my birthday came around to have the money to get my first item.
(57) What is your most expensive Lolita item?
As soon as it arrives, my "She is Sleeping" jsk from Baby.
(58) It takes a lot of money to do Lolita. How do you save?
I...don't. :x and that's my problem! XD I try to save, but usually end up spending on other things. I buy lots of secondhand, so I'll either do payment plans, or holds until I have what I need.
(59) Just a little secret here...How much have you spent so far on Lolita, roughly?
Oh, gosh. Since I'm mostly offbrand, I'd say around $1200 roughly. Which is pretty cheap in comparison to lolis that wear lots of brand.
(60) Is there a Brand you want near where you live?
It would be awesome if Baby opened up another store in CO :D though...I don't see that happening.....ever XD
(61) Man, what a rip-off!!" Have you ever thought that about a store?
Yes. Angelic Pretty. Their prints are pretty and all, and screenprinting IS costly; but honestly I feel like they jack the markup on those dresses WAY too high for the designs they provide. Others argue that it's because AP hand-makes all their dresses....no they freakin' don't. They're factory made for the most part, aside from sewing on pearls or other additives.
(62) Do you shop online? If so, put the good & bad points here to advise others.
You kind of have to for lolita, if you live internationally
Good:
handmade items, some of which are very pretty
used, cheaper items
lucky packs if you missed out on buying one
Bad:
international shipping fails
scammers fail
(63) You can say if you want, but is there a Secret person/shop that you have ordered a dress solely for you from?
Nope
(64) I can never have that/see that happening!! But I will always want it!!" Is there a brand you think this of?
haha. Angelic Pretty, sort of. I won't "always want" AP items, I barely want them now. Maybe some of the smaller classical brands.
(65) What do you do with the clothes you don't want anymore?
selllllllllll them, fo sho!
(66) What is your most recent purchase? [Even non-lolita]
I totally just went shopping today and got a bunch of stuff XD new pants, tops, shoes, jewelry...
(67) Is there an item which you love that you can't buy/seem to find?
Lavender/mint colored shoes in my size. .____.
(68) What do you think of people who only wear lolita to concerts?
Depends on the concert, again. Rock concert: "wtf are you doing? D:" pop/other concert: "cute, but...why only concerts?"
(69) what do you think of lolitas without makeup?
I think that wearing makeup enhances a lot of people's features; but I also feel that people shouldn't overdo it with the blue/black lipstick trying to be like Mana-sama. >.<
(70) Another lolita is wearing the same coordinate/clothes as you!! What do you do?
Take a picture with her! X3 then figure out ways to switch up my coordinates once I got home...XD
(71) What age should you stop Lolita?
You don't have to stop at any age, methinks. Though, I think once women hit around their 40s they may want to wear more comfortable items of clothing. It's hard moving around in a petticoat with a lot of poof >.O
Me, personally? I have no idea. As of right now, I don't see myself ever stopping for quite some time.
(72) When do you think you should graduate from Lolita? And why?
See above.
(73) You should stop that!!!>_<;" What must you not do when dressing lolita?
Let your boobs hang out .___.
Let your ass hang out .____.
forget to bathe/groom
show off disgusting habits XD
chew with your mouth open!
(74) A lolita should be 'this'! What do you think that should be?
Elegant.
(75) Excluding #73, is there anything you should definitely not do in lolita?
construction work? lol idk. Probably don't wanna do messy things, unless it's intentional.
(76) What do you think of men in Lolita?
I don't like the way it looks, personally. But some can make it work. Men just don't have the right body type for lolita typically; but there are always exceptions. Also, I still treat any male in lolita with the same amount of respect I treat ladies.
(77) Did you change yourself for dressing lolita?
Nah, but I picked up on nice table manners (kinda) XD learned to spill less.
(78) What does your family and surrounding people think of you dressing lolita? And do you accept it?
Eh. I'mma do me regardless of what they think, but I don't think anyone minds actually.
(79) How do you dress Lolita in the boiling mid-summer?
cutsews, light cardigans, skirts or sundresses and sandals would be my ideal coordinate. I don't own any cutsews/sandals/cardigans though XD
(80) have you gone to School or Work in lolita?
school, yes. Work, no. Not yet. :3
(81) How do you dress normally?
Very bland and unappealing, lately =/ but that's because I've been in a slump.
(82) Do you think twice about buying second-hand clothes?
I love secondhand!
(83) Do you have a boyfriend? [or husband?] Does he understand Lolita?
I have a boyfriend, he thinks lolita is beautiful and loves it when I dress up :)
(84) Please tell us your ideal man.
Caring, funny, loyal, trustworthy, loving, romantic
(85) What Lolita has left a big, shiny impression on you so far?
Janora, Katie, and Brenda fo sho. The first two I admire greatly; Brenda only because she's so OTT XD;
(86) Have you made your own clothes? What are they like?
no, not yet unfortunately..
(87) Have you made your own accessories? What did you make?
Yes! I've made my own nail sets, as well as hairclips and rings
(88) The best item you have made! What is it?
My super OTT "fruity whipped cream" nail sets with 3d dollops of whipped cream and sparkles XD they were very impractical, but VERY awesome.
(89) Please say your most perfect Lolita coordination you wear.
I don't think I have a perfect one. It's whatever, yo~
(90) Do you admire someone? What are they like?
Katie, my supervisor. SHE'S SO COOL! XD
(91) One day I will go on a date with that person. What would you like to wear for him?
...with KATIE?! XDDD Ummmm I don't see that happening
(92) If you want one, what type of store would you open in the future?
something that caters to alternative clothing for plus sized women, without being cheesy like Hot Topic or Torrid.
(93) Your eyes get attracted inadvertently to something. What is this motif?
Strawberries! Crowns, and trump print
(94) Would you dress your child in Lolita?
awww, yes <3
(95) How much do you spend on one outfit?
anywhere from like $20-$200
(96) "This is Lolita!!" Please say what you would say this about.
Leonidas wearing a pink head bow kicking a guy into a bottomless pit. XD
(97) "I have always wanted to try that once!" What, in the Lolita world, have you wanted to try wearing?
Spank/fairy lolita. I've tried just about everything else, I think.
(98) Look at you in Lolita. In one word/phrase, how would you express your style/image?
classy.....?
(99) What is your ideal of Lolita?
beauty, femininity, elegance
(100) Thank you for taking this Baton!! Please state your thoughts on it!
This took me like 2.5 days to complete because I had to keep coming back to it XD but it was fun :)
meme,
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