#mari's really into ouji fashion

[amethiosspouse]

mari's outfits :3 casual {left} and explorers uniform {right} made via picrew {links down below}

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a/n: since i cant draw their outfits properly, ive resorted into using picrews. i was planning on using gacha but i remember being made fun of for being a gacha kid -w-

[strawb3rry-shark]

Do you have any Soren or Marie Ann headcanons asking for a friend

OH DO I!!!!

Soren

He really likes critters. very much a fan of ferrets

VERY much into ouji fashion and did not pack the right clothes for being at a Camp.

Night owl BUT will wake up early for marie ann and fennel

he plays a Dan K’ni!!!

He’s actually trained in a lot of musical instruments but he’s partial to string instruments

controversial but. soren was absolutely a theater kid.

HE DOES DRAG I CAN FEEL IT IN MY BONES

Marie-Ann

SOUTHERN GOTH!!!!

SHE IS SO SOUTHERN GIRLS WHO WHERE RAISED ON A FARM

she has a big dogs!!! girl loves dogs!!

SHE GOES ON RUNS EVERY MORNING AT THE CRACK OF DAWN

she absolutely did track in school.

im also a fan of. marie ann has a prosthetic hc’s

i think she’s not really super skilled in any particular instrument but i she can sing very well!!!

achme scars.

she makes jewlery:]

girls who are Poly

[popculturekuma]

A Brief Look at Lolita Fashion

There is a difference between Lolita and lolita—one referring to the Nabokov novel from 1955, and one referring to the Japanese alternative fashion. Unfortunately, those not familiar with anime, Japanese culture, or alternative fashion, are confused when people use the term “lolita” to describe the fashion because of the association with the Nabakov novel. To be clear, lolita fashion has nothing to do with the book, and with this article, I want to explore the history of lolita, the assumptions of sexuality about lolita, and feminism in this “cutesy” fashion.

Lolita fashion started gaining prominence in the Harajuku district of Japan in the 1980s. Referred to as Elegant Gothic Lolita, or EGL, the style drew on inspiration from historical clothing from the Victorian and French Rococo, the lavish dresses and oh, the frills! Despite the idea of lolita being all pink, there are actually several substyles within lolita—including classic, sweet, and gothic. Each substyle has their own general color schemes and accessories, but they all follow the same respective silhouettes and guidelines.

(Diagram from PenguinLolita)

An outfit is called a coordinate, and there are multiple pieces that make up a single coordinate. PenguinLolita uses a great diagram to showcase the anatomy of a coord (shorthand for coordinate). A coordinate includes either a one piece dress (OP), a jumperskirt (JSK) with a blouse, or a skirt with a blouse, a petticoat beneath the dress to help achieve an A-line shape, bloomers beneath the petti, usually worn to preserve modesty in case any curious outsiders try to pull the skirts up, socks or tights, shoes (typically a tea party shoe or Mary Jane style), and a head piece. The idea of the head piece is to balance out the volume and shape of the coordinate. Coordinate-inspired accessories are also encouraged, and Over the Top (OTT) coordinates are all the rage. Accessories can include, but are not limited to, rings, bracelets, wrist cuffs, necklaces, and bows. Parasols and purses are often seen to round out the look!

So where does the EGL community and the Nabokov book overlap? Well, they don’t. However, because the fashion shares a name with the Nabokov novel, it is easy for outsiders of the community to perceive EGL as something sexual. Coined as a “lolita complex,” or “lolicon,” this is the idea of older men, typically middle age, being attracted to younger girls, in line with the Nabokov novel. The EGL community is a place for women of all ages to honor this fashion and its roots as a fashion inspired by French Rococo styles. As PenguinLolita puts it, “The lolita subculture emphasises modesty and youthfulness, as well as drawing from the Japanese kawaii aesthetic, and isn't considered overtly sexual by its followers.” 

It is, unfortunately, a common occurrence for lolitas to come across those who have assumptions and perceptions of what lolita is. Because of its youthfulness and cute fashion, members of the EGL community are often assumed to be dressing up to play out some sort of sexual fantasy. This really could not be further from the truth. Some lolitas have been attracted to the fashion because of its lack of sexualization and emphasis on expressing oneself. Lolita fashion inherently subverts the  social expectation of how women should dress. I’m not saying it’s not impossible for people to be attracted to the fashion and try to use pieces that are “lolita” inspired to fulfil some sexual desire, but that would not be lolita—plain and simple.

Coordinates can be incredibly expensive, especially when considering that pieces are not mass produced, thus emphasizing paying for the unique print, manufacturing of the garment, waiting for the garment to be made, and shipping. Buying pieces from brands such as Angelic Pretty and Baby, The Stars Shine Bright can reach up to $1,000+ USD. Considering everything that goes into a basic coordinate, this can be an easy deterrent for those who are not devoted to the fashion, or for those looking at it in a way that is purely sexual, so it is relatively easy to spot someone who is claiming to be part of the EGL community for all the wrong reasons. Additionally, the EGL community tends to use the terms lolita (lowercase ‘L’), EGL, and “lolita fashion” when discussing the fashion, and they avoid using the words Lolita (uppercase ‘L’), and loli.

What is the appeal to lolita fashion, and is it for everyone? As discussed before, the fashion is inherently nonsexual, and is something people of all ages can enjoy and wear. It is not just for women, though. The idea of lolita is to embrace non-traditional femininity, something that is incredibly important when masculinity is favored so prominently throughout the world. It defies this idea that women need to dress to attract work, love, and have kids. Lolita embraces cuteness and fun, and you can embrace everything that makes you YOU, all while engaging with the EGL fashion, whether you are Black, White, or part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Lolita is about honoring femininity and oneself, and there is a substyle for everyone. Recently, ouji has been becoming more popular to accompany  lolita fashion. The term “ouji” refers to a “prince-like” style. If lolita is a “princess-like” style, then ouji is its counterpart. Frills galore, but add pants; and this is the perfect fashion for individuals who love and appreciate the fashion, but do not feel comfortable in dresses or skirts (for a variety of reasons).

More than ever, lolita fashion is accessible to those not living in Japan, or individuals who do not fit in the “one size” (one size fits small) many name brand lolita companies use. Bodyline offers lolita pieces at a low price, and it is easy to buy directly from their Japanese site if you live out of the country. Additionally, Taobao lolita brands are becoming increasingly popular, and consumers outside of China and Japan can use shopping services for both Taobao brands and Japanese lolita brands. There are U.S. stores and websites for Angelic Pretty and Baby, The Stars Shine Bright, so North American lolitas can buy directly from there in English. Lolita has become so much more than an alternative fashion seen on the streets of Harajuku, Kei-Con, a convention for kawaii alternative fashion enthusiasts, popping up in Toronto, Canada, and Paradiso, a J-fashion convention based in the Midwest. With tea parties held at the Angelic Pretty stores around the world, the alternative fashion is becoming increasingly visible outside of Japan and accepted through various local EGL communities.

What about plus size lolitas? Many Taobao brands offer custom sizing on select pieces to help lolitas that don’t fit in the small sizing “standard.” Dollbe on Etsy offers JSKs and OPs up to 5XL, and their sizing is so inclusive. Dollbe is also  a Black-owned lolita company! Another size inclusive shop is Lady Sloth, a lolita brand from Poland. They offer custom sizing, as well, and their pieces range from sweet lolita to gothic lolita with classic disbursed between.

The EGL community is wonderfully inclusive and accepting. It embraces differences in those who participate in the fashion. The EGL community is, at its core, alternative fashion, which is accepting of all individuals who want to embrace femininity. Aside from the beautiful coordinates, lolita is about being yourself, truly. It can be an amazing and breathtaking experience to put on your first full coordinate. If you’re interested in lolita fashion, don’t be afraid to reach out to your local lolita community. Additionally, there are many lovely lolitas on Youtube that can aid you in your quest to build the lolita wardrobe of your dreams.

For links to my sources and additionally readings can be found here: Google Doc

A special thank you to the lovely lolitas from my own community in Michigan for helping me with this piece! 

[recentanimenews]

Ouji Suzuka & Marie Iitoyo Voice The Leads in The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes Anime Film

    The official website for the forthcoming anime film adaptation of Mei Hachimoku's The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes sci-fi novel has announced its two leading voice cast members.

  22-year-old actor/fashion model Ouji Suzuka (Izumi Miyamura in the Horomiya live-action drama series) voices Kaoru Tono, who lost his beloved sister in the past. This is the first time Suzuka has served as an anime voice actor. "I had the opportunity to read the original novel and was immersed in the story created by Hachimoku-sensei, and I wanted to stay immersed in it. I read the book in the fall, so I missed summer," Suzuka said. "I was able to enjoy with the support of the director, the staff and Iitoyo-san during the two days of voice recording session."

    ★━━━━━━━━━ 　　塔野カオル 声の出演：#鈴鹿央士 ━━━━━━━━━★ 田舎町の高校二年生。父親と二人暮らし。 幼少期のある出来事がきっかけで心に葛藤を抱えている。ひょんなことから願いを叶えるというウラシマトンネルの存在を知る。#夏トン pic.twitter.com/ZcAin1dprm

— 映画「夏へのトンネル、さよならの出口」 (@natsuton_anime) March 23, 2022

    Meanwhile, 24-year-old actress Marie Iitoyo (Ai Shindo in City Hunter: Shinjuku Private Eyes) is cast as Anzu Hanaki, a transfer girl with a certain problem. "The nostalgic worldview makes us feel every place and tunnel where they exist very nostalgic and mysterious. What kind of ending awaits the two as they join hands to achieve 'what they really wanted.' Above all, the scenery surrounding them is so beautiful that we hope you will feel as if you were lost in the world where the Urashima Tunnel exists at the movie theater."

    ★━━━━━━━━━ 　　花城あんず 声の出演：#飯豊まりえ ━━━━━━━━━★ 東京からきた転校生。容姿端麗で頭脳明晰。 転校初日にクラスで浮いた存在となるが、ある出来事をきっかけに、カオルと共にウラシマトンネル探索の協力関係を結ぶ。#夏トン pic.twitter.com/Wg98LZglCX

— 映画「夏へのトンネル、さよならの出口」 (@natsuton_anime) March 23, 2022

    ／ 「夏へのトンネル、さよならの出口」#鈴鹿央士 さん& #飯豊まりえ さんのW主演決定???? ＼ 塔野カオル役を鈴鹿央士さん、花城あんず役を飯豊まりえさんに演じていただきました♪ お二人からのコメントも到着???? ぜひ公式サイトをチェックしてください！https://t.co/9JSR5o661b#夏トン pic.twitter.com/WYXOeEwYHi

— 映画「夏へのトンネル、さよならの出口」 (@natsuton_anime) March 23, 2022

    The film is set to be released in Japan in the summer of 2022. Tomohisa Taguchi (Akudama Drive, Digimon Adventure: Last Evolution Kizuna) serves as the director at CLAP (Pompo: The Cinéphile), alongside chief animation director Tomomi Yabuki (Pompo: The Cinéphile animation director).

  The novel won both the Gagaga Award and the Judges' Special Prize at the 13th Shogakukan Light Novel Awards in 2019, then published from Shogakukan's light novel imprint Gagaga Bunko in July of the year. Its English edition is scheduled to be published from Seven Seas Entertainment's light novel imprint Airship on May 10, 2022. The publisher's official webpage for the novel describes its synopsis as below:

    Tono Kaoru heard a rumor: The laws of space and time mean nothing to the Urashima Tunnel. If you find it, walk through and you’ll find your heart’s desire on the other side…in exchange for years of your own life. On the night Kaoru just so happens to find himself standing in front of a tunnel that looks suspiciously like the one the rumor describes, he finds himself thinking of Karen, the sister he lost in an accident five years ago. To Kaoru’s surprise, he’s been followed by the new transfer student Anzu Hanaki, who promises to help him experiment with the mysterious tunnel–but what does she want from Kaoru in exchange? And what will he have left to give, after the tunnel’s done with him? 

    Teaser visual:

    Source: "The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes" anime film official website / Twitter

  By: Mikikazu Komatsu

[7prettylies]

7x11

First episode of the last 10 episodes:(

Okay let’s dive in.

I don’t know where to start so this’ll be in random placement.

I cannot believe Spencer played the game without the other Liars. That board game thing is like Ouji. I felt bad for her though, because Mary is her real mom and he dad just keeps sucking. I also cannot believe that she went to see Toby because of the dare. That Spoby moment was cute, but it would’ve been cuter if she had the will to go on her own.

I don’t know how to feel about Ezria. Aria knows Ezra kissed Nicole when he saw her and they did talk about how Nicole is but I’m just not feeling it that much. Ezra left for New York since Nicole’s parents want him there. He just up and left and I couldn’t tell if he was going to meet Aria somewhere before he left because she needed a ride home from Holden (he’s such a cutie, I’ve missed him), and they saw Ezra while they were walking around. I don’t know.

Haleb. They’re so cute and support each other. Hanna is trying to get back on her feet with her fashion job and was assisted by Mona. I hope that Hanna still has her job since Mona called to clarify that she was not the boss but that Hanna is.

I really enjoyed the little Haria moments in this episode too. They don’t get seen together to often.

Emily and Alison. There was tension with them and Paige at school. The old Alison is coming out and insulting Paige. Emily is not having it and doesn’t want Alison to kiss her unless it’s what she wants to do and not something to make Emily stay with her. I didn’t like how Paige or Alison acted.

The game is creepy. Jenna is creepy. We’re in for a wild ride.

Until next week Liars!