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Recent purchases of 2022
May. 14th, 2022 12:52 pmHello!
It is time for my first official entry on my page. I wanted to do something to document and give my thoughts about the pieces I recently purchased in this year.
Just a warning, this will be a long entry, tee hee~
It is time for my first official entry on my page. I wanted to do something to document and give my thoughts about the pieces I recently purchased in this year.
Just a warning, this will be a long entry, tee hee~
Moi Meme Moitie - Rose Cross Print JSK
An interesting JSK from late 2000s Moitie. I purchased it from a local seller who had not been in the fashion for several years. The under bust bodice and the reverse-scalloping (I dont know what else to call it) makes this dress a unique one in my closet.
I adore the flocking on this dress, as it is so detailed and its fuzzy. My silly brain enjoys feeling the texture.
One thing I do dislike about this JSK is the dotted tulle fabric at the bottom. I just dislike tulle fabric and dot details. But, its not that noticeable in pictures or when I wear it that it, so it keeps me from completely hating it.
And here's it coorded, which I wore to a anime convention last month. It definitely needs to be worn with a bigger petti, haha.
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Metamorphose Temp de Fille - OP with Cape
Not the most flattering pic, but here is the lace monster of a dress. For a moment in time, I was obsessed with searching for Metamorphose pieces that were smothered in raschel lace. I was very lucky when a lolita friend in the area put this OP up for auction, which I won for a price that was not too bad. (Considering a week prior a similar piece sold for an insane price).
The dress does not have any lining, which I actually quite like. It is reminiscent of the handmade nature of early EGL pieces, and plus it would not bake me alive if I wore it in the summer heat.
I love how it makes me feel like a haunted antique doll, and I hope for more opportunities to wear it when the uni quarter is over
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Kazuko Ogawa - ワンピース0010
A piece I was fortunate enough to receive in a trade with junji. Along with my Rodia gobelin JSK, this lint magnet of a dress is definitely one of my favorites in my wardrobe. The velvet fabric and the white raschel lace create a lovely contrast that I believe embodies peak old school lolita aesthetic.
When I received this dress, the lace was a bit browned from age and stains, but I was luckily able to oxiclean it back to a nice, bright white. I was so worried while doing it, since the black velvet started to run into the solution. For a moment, I was so afraid it would end up staining the lace further, but after throwing it into the wash, it came out nice and clean!
One of my favorite details of this dress is the dainty cherub charm sewed into the center of the chest bow. The bow sometimes hides this little guy and sometimes he can barely be seen in pics, but I adore him.
Coord pic! As a short lolita, the length of the dress makes me very happy.
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Moi Meme Moitie - Logo Embroidery Jacquard JSK
Oh my, another Moitie piece? This brand has definitely drained my wallet quite a bit. The clutch that old moitie pieces have over me is insane since new moitie's releases have been disappointing me time and time again.
I was first on the fence on purchasing this piece, as moitie goes for insanely high as of recently, but after some hesitancy, I took the plunge after mabel told me how nice this JSK is, as she has this dress in her wardrobe, as well. I have no regrets buying this!
Oh my, another Moitie piece? This brand has definitely drained my wallet quite a bit. The clutch that old moitie pieces have over me is insane since new moitie's releases have been disappointing me time and time again.
I was first on the fence on purchasing this piece, as moitie goes for insanely high as of recently, but after some hesitancy, I took the plunge after mabel told me how nice this JSK is, as she has this dress in her wardrobe, as well. I have no regrets buying this!
Some details that I absolutely adore. The choice of a satin fabric on the bodice and waist ties is unique and gives a opulent vibe to this dress. Also, the jacquard fabric is such a dream!
I cannot forget mentioning the chiffon bustle and lace detailing! Literally gorgeous and makes me lament the quality of old moitie. :^(
And, coord pic!
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Antique Beast - Vampire Princess Summer JSK
Here is something I received just this week! Being disillusioned with moitie and depressed by the pricing of older moitie, I started to learn more towards looking for pieces from Japanese indie brands. My quest turned up fruitful when I was able to buy the original 2003 release of this Antique Beast piece!
This JSK was originally sold to someone else on LM, but due to damages on the grommets, the original buyer returned the pieces and the seller agreed to sell it to me for more than half the initial selling price!
The damages on the dress was fraying on the grommets, which the seller had said were only affecting 3 of them, but after further inspection of the dress, I ended up replacing all 10 of them, as they all fell out super easily.
The area around the grommets became slightly discolored (due to me accidentally drowning the area in fray check), but its not too noticeable. :,,,,^) Nonetheless, I love the details of the dress, especially the straps as their shape is exactly like the bat headdress from the brand!
I cant wait for the weather to get super hot so I can create an ero coord with this beauty.
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I cannot forget mentioning the chiffon bustle and lace detailing! Literally gorgeous and makes me lament the quality of old moitie. :^(
And, coord pic!
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Antique Beast - Vampire Princess Summer JSK
Here is something I received just this week! Being disillusioned with moitie and depressed by the pricing of older moitie, I started to learn more towards looking for pieces from Japanese indie brands. My quest turned up fruitful when I was able to buy the original 2003 release of this Antique Beast piece!
This JSK was originally sold to someone else on LM, but due to damages on the grommets, the original buyer returned the pieces and the seller agreed to sell it to me for more than half the initial selling price!
The damages on the dress was fraying on the grommets, which the seller had said were only affecting 3 of them, but after further inspection of the dress, I ended up replacing all 10 of them, as they all fell out super easily.
The area around the grommets became slightly discolored (due to me accidentally drowning the area in fray check), but its not too noticeable. :,,,,^) Nonetheless, I love the details of the dress, especially the straps as their shape is exactly like the bat headdress from the brand!
I cant wait for the weather to get super hot so I can create an ero coord with this beauty.
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BTSSB - Cul de Paris JSK
This is the first and only sweet piece that I have in my wardrobe currently! I purchased it from Cat during the anime convention last month, and I am really happy to have gotten it! I recently have become fixated on old school sax pieces (which I blame my love for blue haired anime boys on). I absolutely love the details of the crochet lace that is used throughout the dress. As someone who mostly owns raschel lace pieces, I had forgotten have beautiful and dainty cotton crochet lace can be!
Here is a close of the lace details on the bodice next to my son who I blame for heightening my love for sax.
One interesting feature of this dress is the detachable bustle that came with the release. It is supposed to be reminiscent of the bustle style of the same name. Both my roommate and I agreed that it looked a bit funny, but maybe I will use it one day to create a hime-esque coord, lol.
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Here is a close of the lace details on the bodice next to my son who I blame for heightening my love for sax.
One interesting feature of this dress is the detachable bustle that came with the release. It is supposed to be reminiscent of the bustle style of the same name. Both my roommate and I agreed that it looked a bit funny, but maybe I will use it one day to create a hime-esque coord, lol.
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Victorian Maiden - Sister OP
Can you tell that I was saving the best for last? :^)
I still cannot wrap my mind around the fact I was able to get my hands on this legend of a piece, and it really good condition too!
Around the same time that I bought this OP from a mutual on IG, this dress popped up on auction, which ended up at an, unsurprisingly, crazy price. When I say that I am lucky to not have to be destroyed by a bidding war, I truly mean it!
The print of the dress is still in amazing condition, with its detailing being still so clear and crisp.
I also really love the shantung fabric that was used for it. It gives such a lush and elegant vibe to it!
I haven't had the chance to wear this dress yet since I literally finished washing it last night, but I cannot wait for the opportunity when I can!
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That is all I have to show for my recent purchases for this year up until now!
I hope you enjoyed reading through my rambling! Have a lovely day! <3
Can you tell that I was saving the best for last? :^)
I still cannot wrap my mind around the fact I was able to get my hands on this legend of a piece, and it really good condition too!
Around the same time that I bought this OP from a mutual on IG, this dress popped up on auction, which ended up at an, unsurprisingly, crazy price. When I say that I am lucky to not have to be destroyed by a bidding war, I truly mean it!
The print of the dress is still in amazing condition, with its detailing being still so clear and crisp.
I also really love the shantung fabric that was used for it. It gives such a lush and elegant vibe to it!
I haven't had the chance to wear this dress yet since I literally finished washing it last night, but I cannot wait for the opportunity when I can!
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That is all I have to show for my recent purchases for this year up until now!
I hope you enjoyed reading through my rambling! Have a lovely day! <3
