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thread of different lolita fashion styles and their unique attributes
GOTHIC LOLITA⢠primarily influenced by victorian-inspired goth styles
⢠follows the basic lolita silhouettes
⢠common motifs are crosses, bats, skulls, and dark red/black roses
⢠mainly uses dark colors like black, navy, maroon, crimson, and deep purple
SWEET LOLITA⢠the most innocent style, containing lots of bows and frills
⢠follows the basic lolita silhouettes
⢠common motifs are desserts, berries, flowers, and some fantasy elements
⢠mainly uses soft colors like pink, baby blue, white, and pastels
CLASSIC LOLITA⢠inspired by historic and victorian fashion, designed to be elegant
⢠tends to have simpler silhouettes
⢠common motifs are flowers, crests, and antiques
⢠can be any color
⢠mainly uses floral and striped patterns
PUNK LOLITA⢠inspired by western punk fashion
⢠this style appears in two forms: one that's more punk and one that's more lolita
⢠accessories and layering is VERY important, common accessories are fishnets, chains, and studs
⢠mainly pairs black with a bright color
HIME LOLITA⢠an over-the-top style that focuses on a princess-like appearance
⢠tends to feature long skirts with plenty of ruffles
⢠mainly uses light colors like pale pinks, blues, greens, yellows, and white
⢠similar to sweet lolita, but is more elegant
SAILOR LOLITA⢠inspired by japanese sailor school uniforms and nautical motifs
⢠sailor collars are a must, and dark blues or black and white is common
⢠common motifs are ship anchors, ship wheels, and fish
CASUAL LOLITA⢠an umbrella term for any style of lolita that's toned-down but still has lolita elements
⢠favored for its simplicity and elegance
⢠usually a simple lolita skirt with few accessories
⢠can be any color as long as the colors used match
DECO LOLITA⢠an umbrella term for any style of lolita that's over-the-top in terms of decoration
⢠the complete opposite of casual lolita
⢠the outfit is covered head-to-toe in decorations and accessories
⢠poofy wigs are commonly used to hold more hair accessories
KURO LOLITA⢠an umbrella term for any style of lolita with a completely black outfit
⢠kuro outfits can't contain any colors other than black except for one or two small accessories
SHIRO LOLITA⢠an umbrella term for any style of lolita with a completely white outfit
⢠shiro outfits can't contain any colors other than white except for one or two small accessories
⢠cream or off-white clothing is also acceptable
STEAM LOLITA⢠inspired by western steampunk fashion
⢠steam lolita is more thematic and prop-centered than other styles
⢠common accessories are goggles, victorian hats, gloves, and other common steampunk accessories
⢠mainly uses colors like brown, cream, and bronze
PIRATE LOLITA⢠inspired by pirate outfits
⢠similar to classic or gothic lolita but with a pirate twist
⢠common accessories are tricorn hats, eyepatches, sword props, and treasure chest purses
NUN LOLITA⢠inspired by the orthodox clothing of nuns
⢠mainly used by gothic lolita styles
⢠a common motif is a cross, and black or dark blue is the main color palette
NURSE LOLITA⢠TW - many nurse lolita outfits (including below) contain needle props so mute the term "nurse lolita" if you're uncomfy!
⢠inspired by hospital imagery
⢠defined by the motifs rather than the clothing
⢠common motifs are red crosses, bandages, and shots
MILITARY LOLITA⢠inspired by classic military uniforms
⢠common accessories are, jackets, hats, buttons, pins, ties, and shoulder decorations
⢠mainly uses black or dark green, but red or blue is also used
⢠props like canes or plastic guns are common
GURO LOLITA⢠focuses less on sweetness or elegance and more on horror
⢠common motifs are blood splatters, bandages, eye patches, and fake bruises
⢠mainly uses black and white
⢠despite the horror theme, still looks innocent and doll-like
COUNTRY LOLITA⢠how a sweet lolita would dress if they grew up in the countryside
⢠most outfits use gingham patterns
⢠common accessories are straw baskets, hats, fruit, flowers, and things related to picnics
OLD-SCHOOL LOLITA⢠the original and most widely known version of the fashion
⢠dresses are less print based and more design based
⢠commonly uses the classic lolita headdress
⢠black and white is the most common, and most outfits contain lace
ALICE LOLITA⢠not an official lolita style, but it's similar to some so i'm including it on my list!
⢠dresses are mainly blue with a white apron
⢠common motifs are cards, card suites, hearts, and other alice in wonderland themed items
OUJI LOLITA⢠a style of lolita that's commonly worn by boys, though anyone who wants to can wear it
⢠instead of skirts, ouji uses pants or shorts
⢠common accessories are hats, ties, and waistcoats
⢠also implements lolita elements and accessories
