Research
So, you're new to Lolita fashion. It can be so overwhelming, what do you do first? Research, research, research!
These are just a few. EGL can be a bit outdated, especially the handbook that they will link you to, but read the FAQ, read the list of scammers(that is absolutely important), read through the posts, and before you want to make a post and ask a question, make sure you can't find the info on your own first.
Know your terminology
JSK- Jumper skirt. A dress with straps instead of sleeves.
OP- One piece. A dress with sleeves.
Coord- Short for "coordinate". Like the word "outfit", but it implies so much more. An outfit is what you threw on at the beginning of the day. A coord is something you've been planning for three months.
Cutsew: It's like a knit blouse. Considered to be more casual.
OTK's: Over the knee socks.
Burando: A romanized way of saying "brand". Referring to any item you have that is brand name.
RHS: Rocking Horse Shoes
CGL: Just, don't go there...
Brand abbreviations:
AP- Angelic Pretty
BtSSB- Baby the Stars Shine Bright
IW- Innocent World
Moitie- Moi Meme Moitie
Build Your Wishlist
Don't worry about price or size for now. This will help you determine what your personal style is and help you to organize your spending when you do decide to make the plunge. Keep shoes, blouses, skirts, dresses, accessories, and wigs in all different categories/files/albums. Start a polyvore account, www.polyvore.com, and begin creating your dream coordinates.
Get Inspired
Find and follow your favorite Lolitas for ideas on your own wardrobe. You don't have to copy what they do, but pick out what you like about their coords and let that inspire you when you start wearing Lolita.
Know Your Measurements
Have a friend measure you the right way, there are several tutorials on youtube, and keep that info somewhere you will not forget it. It is very important to know what size you are. No one is going to be able to convert your retail size for you, it just isn't applicable.
Make Friends
Find a Lolita best friend or get close with some of the older Lolitas in your local community. They've been doing it for a while and can probably help you avoid common traps that newbies can easily fall into. I don't know how many girls I've saved from ordering anything from one particular, Chinese scammer site. Talking with "veterans" of the style can save you a lot of time, money, and frustration.
Deal with Haters
And last but not least, learn to take criticism. People can be harsh, so if they're saying something along the lines of how ugly they think you are, ignore them. If they think a certain style or color of shoe would look better than what you picked, maybe try that suggestion. You might end up agreeing with them!
I hope this was helpful, have fun!
-Lunette <3
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