LBC: Winter to Spring Transition Coordinates

As the snow starts to melt and reveal the hidden layers of the ground, so too do humans slowly begin to shed their numerous outerwear. For the fashion-inclined, this serves a great opportunity to wear winter-friendly clothes in a less bulky manner. Lolitas, in particular, rejoice in the perfectly cool weather. However, transitioning from winter…

Making the Most of Candytopia

A sugar fanatic’s dream has made its way to Minnesota! Bursting with colors and flavors, Candytopia is a 17,000-square-foot pop-up art installment currently located in Mall of America. Last weekend, my husband and I visited the MoA location. Even after reading as many reviews as I could have, I was still floored by the absolute…

Lolita Blog Carnival: What Types Of Topics Would You Like Covered In A Lolita Panel

Anime conventions are a common way for fans of Japanese pop-culture to come together and share their interests. Because of its Japanese roots, lolita fashion enthusiasts also attend these occasions. One of the events held in these cons are panels for topics which attract newcomers and veterans alike. In this article, we’ll focus on some…

Chocolate Lovers Tea Meetup Review

A sudden warmth enveloped me as I walk past the double doors, a welcome reprieve from the frosty wind. Grandiose marble columns greeted me, towering over plush sofas blanketed by the warm light of crystalline chandeliers. Even before my first glimpse, I had expected myself to be in awe of the interior. In this aspect,…

One Dress, Five Ways: Angelic Pretty Princess Cat Peplum JSK

Lolita fashion is infamous for having highly expensive clothing. Most brands usually release a set of accessories like legwear and headpieces for their prints. For those of us who want to maximise the wearability of these main pieces, having various ways to coordinate these dresses and skirts helps considerably. I personally have trouble mix and…

Surviving Winter in Lolita

I love cold weather - but only because it means hot drinks, cozy clothes, snuggling thick duvets, and long hot baths. Another thing I love is dressing up. In lolita fashion, a little chill means being able to put on more layers without sweating all over our precious treasures. But of course, that’s often not…

Lolita Fashion Packing Tips

For most people in Lolita fashion, traveling means packing two or more  large suitcases to fit everything they need for their coordinates (or coords). It’s no secret that lolita apparel is bulky, very bulky. But for the love of frill, we willingly drag around a train of luggage all over the place. Unfortunately, for many…

Ending the Great Debate on Butterbeer

Arguably one of the most anticipated experiences in Universal Studios for every Potterhead is their first sip of Butterbeer™. Simply described in the Harry Potter book series as “a little bit like less-sickly butterscotch,” many people have tried to create their take on this drink, but the J.K. Rowling approved theme park version might be…

Travel-Friendly Emergency Pouch

Having a pretty active lifestyle, I’ve become accustomed to Murphy’s Law. If things can go wrong, they probably (definitely) will. This is especially true for a incurable klutz like me. I’ve had so many mishaps that people around me aren’t even surprised by my bruises anymore. Tried to warn someone about a no-biking zone and…

TSA-Friendly Toiletries Packing

One of the most annoying things to pack for a flight is the toiletries bag. This is especially irritating for people who don’t travel with check-in luggages because of TSA restrictions. Only liquids in 3.4 oz (or 100 ml) containers are allowed onboard. This includes gel products like toothpaste. In my recent travels, I’ve been…