Lolita_handbook:
Quick disclaimer: This journal is meant as a way to ease beginners into the fashion and provide resources to more experienced lolitas - it is by no means a rule book. Take only what you want from this and use it to help you develop your own personal style!
♥What is Lolita?♥
Lolita is a very hard style to define, but in my opinion what really defines it is it's childlike innocence and old-fashioned elegance. It's distinctive style is most obviously from the Victorian and Rococo eras, but you will see a lot of influence from the Edwardian period and even some 40s and 50s American clothing styles - any time period in which fashion was elegant and beautiful. The bell-shaped skirt provides the typical silhouette, but it is neither what makes something lolita nor is it required of all lolitas. There is no one item of clothing or a color or trim that embodies all that is lolita - it is a unique aesthetic that's hard to perfect. To some there's a lifestyle attached - not only wearing the clothes as often as possible but also taking part in lolita activities and following a certain code of etiquette - but to others it is merely a clothing style. Lolita can be an escape from the mundane, or an attempt to return to a more innocent time in life. It's something a little bit different to everyone, but what lolitas have in common is a shared desire to wear really awesome clothes.
Lolita outfit anatony!
♥Hair accessories♥
There are many different types of hair accessories to help pull your outfit together. The most obvious is the headdress ♥, which is either a round or rectangular piece that is decorated with lace and bows that ties around your head with a ribbon. This is worn best with bangs but beware that no matter what hairstyle you have it can easily look like a maid's. A less maidish and more casual but still very lolita hair accessory is the hair bow ♥, which can attach either by clips, a hair comb, or a headband (such as Alice bows ♥). If you don't want such a large bow you can also opt for mini bow-clips ♥. Old-fashioned hats and minihats are also common styles but are harder to make at home. Tophats and mini-tophats are often found with punk and boystyle, but some of the more feminine hats ♥ are suitable for any style. Mini-crowns ♥ and tiaras ♥ are a must for himeloli and can also look very good with punk styles. Mini-straw hats ♥ go perfectly with country style and are usually decorated with ribbons as well as small fruits such as cherries or strawberries. Possibly the hardest hair accessory to pull off is the bonnet ♥ which can easily look too childish. Look for a bonnet without an overly wide or floppy brim and never tuck your hair fully underneath. Some less common but still elegant hair accessories include berets ♥, caps ♥, rose clips ♥, hairbands ♥, and cute earmuffs.
♥Jewlery and other accessories♥Lolita jewelry is hard to define because almost anything can coordinate with a lolita outfit - especially oldfashioned jewelry or jewelry with loli motifs. Lockets, cameos, pearls ♥, and loli-esque charms ♥ (keys, bows, hearts, cakes) fit very well. Chokers ♥ are good for gothic, punk, and ero-loli styles. Ties ♥ can fit with almost any style, but not just any old tie will do. Lolita ties tend to be shorter and fatter, often coordinating with a skirt and decorated with lace or even appliques. Neck corsets are fit with these styles, but these can look awkward if they are too big or your neck isn't long enough. You can also have matching wrist corsets or the more lolita wrists cuffs ♥ - which are like stocking toppers but are worn on your wrist. Gloves can be worn as well, but make sure they suit the outfit. Long gloves ♥ tend to fit best with aristo or classical styles, while short gloves ♥ are sweeter in nature and suit himeloli especially well. The key to coordinating these accessories is to keep them elegant, feminine, and not-cheap-looking.
Some more seasonal accessories are scarves ♥, mittens ♥, and muffs. Scarves, mittens, and muffs should be cute, elegant, and coordinate well with your outfit both otherwise nothing short of bunny scarves are very lolita-specific. Look for ones that match well with your winter coat.
♥Outerwear♥
Lolita jackets can be divided into two major classes by weight. Light jackets ♥ are worn to coordinate with a skirt and can be worn during any season so long as you don't feel too warm. They are similar to suit jackets but they have more feminine collars and rounded edges. Some even have puffed sleeves, but the key is the softer shape and the frilly trim.
Heavier coats ♥ are for winter (obviously). Like old-fashioned coats, they are designed to fit voluminous skirts underneath, so they flare a bit at the bottom making them look a bit like dresses themselves. They are much longer and more fitted than a lot of modern coats (no short puffy jackets). A number of these coats also have attached capelets (as seen in the example), which can either be made out of the same wool as the coat or be lined with fur. You can sometimes remove the fur collars from coats if you want a less fluffy look. Some coats also have hoods, and some come with cute animal ears - especially bears and bunnies. These can be very expensive so find one that goes with everything.
Capelets ♥ are essenitally small, elegant capes. Those that are are made of cotton and only cover your shoulders aren't very good for keeping you warm, but they are still somewhat seasonal because they should be worn over a long sleeved blouse. Capelets like this aren't really meant to be functional and simply coordinate with your skirt or dress. Longer capelets ♥ (which could probably be called capes at this point) made of wool or velvet are better for keeping warm in the winter months and look especially cute with muffs. Winter capelets can come with hoods much like those of the lolita coats.
Boleros ♥ are the cute little shrug-like sweaters that tie in the front that brands like BTSSB put out. Often they are knitted, but they can be made of any fabric. But they always look very delicate with little ruffles or puffed sleeves - they don't keep you very warm but they can keep out a Spring chill.
Cardigans ♥ are a little more casual but they are good for keeping you warm in only slightly chilly weather and for coordinating with your skirt. A lot of cute cardigans will go with your lolita clothes, but those that are strictly lolita have a very feminine cut that's not too fitten and are typically trimmed with ruffles or a bow. Some may have a lolita print or applique such as a crown.
♥Blouses♥
When looking for a lolita blouse look for something very feminine and a bit old-fashioned. It's not just lace and ruffles that make a blouse lolita - it's also the shape. Pointed collars can work, but a rounded ♥ or high collar ♥ are more fitting. The same applies to sleeves - straight sleeves can work, but puffed sleeves or sleeves that are gathered at the end are preferable. It should be tailored for the female shape but not overly tight. The fabric should be crisp (not the wrinkly stuff) and should never be see-though. Overall it should look a bit formal and elegant while still being very soft and girley. Avoid more typically masculine features like hardware (buckles, etc.) and large pockets.
♥Cutsews♥
Cutsews are perfect ♥ for a more casual loli style (though many cutsews can be worn even for formal lolita style). What makes something a cutsew is they are typically make out of knit fabrics so they can simply be cut and sewn, without all the tailoring needed for blouses or other cotton clothing. They aren't simply t-shirts (though a few of the brands have put out very loli baby tee with cute prints), they are trimmed just like a blouse or a cardigan ♥ with ruffles, lace, or puffed sleeves. They can have collars or have a tshirt-like neckline, occasionally trimmed with criss-criss straps that tie around your neck. They are a more comfy alternative to blouses or heavy jackets.
♥Bags and parasols♥
Bags ♥ and Purses ♥ are one of the last things people think about when coordinating a lolita outfit, but they really do bring an outfit together. There's tons of purses out there that perfectly match a single outfit down the the lace, bows, and the little bunny applique, but all that really required is something pretty and elegant that goes with your general color scheme. Lolita purses are very adorable, sometimes they are shaped like hearts or outer lolita motifs, other times they are shaped like everyday purses but trimmed with bows and lace. They are made of good material, they aren't floppy and they shouldn't show signs of wear. Bags or totes are typically bigger and floppier, but they are still cute and elegant - they are made of nice fabrics, sometimes patterned, and will often have a lolita print on them such as a scene from Alice in Wonderland.
Parasols ♥ can easily be distinguished as very lolita by their frills and old-fashioned appearance. They are not simply umbrellas with lace sewn on - they are far more delicate and usually more attractive. Children's umbrellas can sometimes work but look for one with a curved or otherwise elegant handle that extends rather than pops out (umbrellas that fold back in on themselves don't usually work). Asian style parasols are typically only suitable for waloli and should not be used with other styles.
♥Skirts♥
Skirts ♥ are the cornerstone of lolita clothing. Their bellshape provides the typical lolita silhouette, and their length (for anything but ero) is typically around 2 inches above the knee. They should sit at your natual waist (not where you wear your low-rise jeans but right around your belly-button). Trimmed with the typical lolita arsenal - lace, ruffles, ribbons, bows, appliques - it's not hard to figure out what skirts are lolita and which aren't. Note: not all lolita skirts are bellshaped but those are hard to pull of right so beginners should stick with this general rule. Some skirts are tiered ♥, some have scalloped edges ♥, and some have cutouts to display an underskirt - there are too many possibilities for skirts, one-pieces, and jsks so I'm just going to provide some examples rather than trying to explain.
♥One-pieces♥
One-pieces ♥ are dresses that can be worn by themselves or sometimes with a blouse underneath. The bodices have a lot in common with cutsews - they can have puffed sleeves or cross-ties or lace trim. The skirts resemble typical lolita skirts, though they may be elongated if the dress has an empire-waist. Again, too many possibilities, so here are some examples.
♥Jumperskirts♥
Like one-pieces but without the sleeves, jumperskirts ♥ are made to be worn over a blouse but can be worn on their own in warm enough weather. Plenty of examples to choose from.
♥Waloli and Qiloli♥
Waloli outfits ♥ are inspired by Japanese clothing. They aren't simply kimonos that are cut off with a poofy skirt underneath - care is taken to trim the kimono like any other lolita piece or the obi might be made into a cute bow. Sometimes all that is need to make something waloli is a Japanese print fabric on a dress. Qilolita ♥, inspired by Chinese clothing, is equally more elegant than just a qipao over a flooofy skirt. First of all, the skirt needs to match the print of the fabric, second the shirt or dress must be cut appropriately to accommodate a large skirt underneath. These are not very common styles and they are often done wrong, so it may be better to find your footing in the usual lolita styles before attempting waloli or qiloli.
♥Aprons♥
Aprons aren't just for Alice in Wonderland costumes or french maids anymore, but they still have a bit of a custumey feel so only wear during appropriate situations (such as while cooking) or if you feel confident you can pull it off without it looking like a costume. There are two main types of lolita aprons, those that cover your entire front ♥ and those that only cover the skirt ♥. The full aprons can sometimes have shapes at the bodice such as hearts ♥, bunnies, or gloomy bears, and both they and the short aprons are trimmed like any other lolita pieces.
♥Underthings♥
What gives the lolita skirt it's telltale poof is typically a petticoat ♥, a bell-shaped but lightweight fluffy skirt-like garment you can wear under any skirt or dress. Do not use a square dance petticoat. Go for a high-quality pettiocat with enough fluff that won't show through your skirt. Short bloomers ♥ can help give a skirt some poof and are also good if you plan to run around in your lolita clothes so people won't be getting any panty shots.
A bloomers FAQ by Ugly_kitties
I don't want to spend too much time on corsets, but I do want to say please be careful. If you want to wear them under clothing, that's fine, just don't lace them too tight. I know they cinch your waist but all that extra weight has to go somewhere and it's usually shoved upwards, making your look like a linebacker. Little girls don't have extreme hourglass shapes, so save the tight-lacing for aristo styles, and go for a more comfortable shape with lolita. If you want to wear corsets on top of your clothes, that can be fine as well, so long as it coordinates with your outfit (please don't wear a black vinyl corset with a pink outfit) and doesn't push the fabric or your body around into weird shapes. Also, a note for underbust corsets - wear a good bra, a, avalanche of boobs flopping over your corset is so not lolita.
Lolita stockings aren't exactly underthings, but they're going in this category any way. Stockings should be *knee-highs* or full on tights unless you're going for ero loli. Thigh-high stockings won't fit under a knee-length skirt (unless you're trying to give the appearance that they're full tights which is fine) and short little socks look like sissy style (something you probably don't want to be associated with). With that said, stockings can be worn two different ways. One is simple the stockings themselves ♥ - these stockings generally have cute patterns or decorations (such as ribbons lacing up them) that make them lolita on their own. Sometimes you can find striped stockings - not the gaudy goth-style of hot topic stockings, but knee-high ones made with knit material that are elegant in their own way. These look best when worn in pastel shades ♥ rather than black and white. But often they are worn with stocking toppers ♥ - just a bit of lace and ribbon that goes at the top of the stocking to match the frill of the rest of your outfit. Sometimes they are attached to the stockings but they can come separately with elastic inside so they can be worn over any stocking.
♥Shoes♥
The basic lolita shoe is the mary jane ♥. These can be trickier to find for adults but look for one in which the strap goes over the top of your foot nearer to you shin than to your toes. Flat, platformed, and high heeled mary janes are all good choices, but avoid mary jane-esque shoes excessively high heels and a strap around the ankle (commonly referred to as stripper or drag queen heels). Ballerina flats ♥ (like mary janes but without the strap) tend to look slightly less youthful and coordinate better if decorated with bows or lacing. Another common lolita shoes is the rockinghorse shoe ♥, originally designed by Vivienne Westwood but now you can find several brands that carry then (see "where to buy - shoes"). Boots ♥ are sometimes harder to fit into lolita style (with the exception of punk), but several of the major brands have come out with very cute boots. It is also possible to work in cute sandals ♥ with your summer lolita attire. Traditional Japanese wooden shoes or Chinese slipper shoes work for waloli or qiloli, respectively. For punk lolita there are a lot more options (including clunky boots and even converse) as long as the rest of your outfit is very lolita.
♥Lolita styles♥
 | ♥Gothic Lolita♥ Probably the most used lolita term. The traditional blackxwhite scheme is very recognizable, but not all gothic lolita is black and white. This style incorporates the darker colors and themes (like cross motifs and veils) from Western goth into the more adorable lolita style to produce a very unique style that takes a lot of practice to perfect. So it's darker than sweet lolita, but much sweeter than Western goth. Most lolitas start off with this style because it much easier to find gothic items locally and it's very easy to coordinate. But be aware that Gothic Lolita is nt a substyle of Goth fashion, though it incorporates some of its elements. This style may also be called 'loli-goth', 'goth-loli', 'Elegant Gothic Lolita' or 'EGL', but these terms are somewhat misleading, though they are commonly used so be aware. Some people also consider Gothic Lolita a coverall term for lolita fashion, probably because of the Gothic Lolita Bibles, but this is also misleading because many lolita styles possess no gothic elements. ♥ ~ ♥ ~ ♥ ~ ♥ ~ ♥ ~ ♥ |
 | <>Main styles♥Sweet Lolita♥ Now the most common lolita style and definitely one of the cutest and most colorful. It has all the traditional lolita elements but with a more wider choice of colors, like light pinks, baby blues,whites, and even sometimes colors like lavender, canary yellow and mint green. This is also where you'll find the most fluff and frill. Lolita brands that sells Sweet Lolita clothing might often have themes, such as fairy tales (i.e.: Little Mermaid, Sleeping Beauty, Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, Snow White, etc.), cupcakes, fruits, and other sweets, puppies and kitties, and fragrances. |
 | ♥Classic Lolita♥ Classic lolita is a slightly more mature version of lolita. It's not quite aristo because the loli silhouette is still present, but there are fewer frills and it's a lot less cutesy. Generally classic pieces are decorated with a few self-ruffles or some ribbons, but you won't find yourself swimming in lace and large bows. Classic lolis tend to wear darker or more muted colors (as opposed to bright pink or blue) and floral prints are common as well but aren't required for a classic outfit. What makes this style harder to distinguish is that it is right between sweet and gothic lolita - the dark reds and blues and even blacks can be confused for gothic style while the light florals make it look like sweet. What separates it from both is that it relies on an elegant cut or print instead of a lot of trim. The perfect style for those who love lolita but who want a more subdued look. Original guide here. |
 | ♥Punk Lolita♥ Punk lolita is a really hard style to pull off because it treads a fine line between lolita and full-on Western Punk. Traditional punk elements are used - plaid, chains, spikes, deconstructed fabrics, etc. - but what separates punk lolita from traditional punk is really the fact that it's adorable and a bit cutesy. Good punk lolita tends to keep the bell-shaped skirt or the frilly blouse even with all the other more punk features, and lolita accessories are mixed with punk (for example, a lace trimmed spiked collar). This is the only lolita style where big stompy boots really fit, but honestly any shoes work for punk lolita so long as you have other lolita elements in your outfit. Though keep in mind you'll probably look a little ridiculous to real punks, so you may want to leave the frills behind for the Buzzcocks concert. Original guide here. (Sorry it's so terrible, it was one of the first) |
 | ♥Aristocrat♥ Aristocrat is a more mature style, so I'm not sure whether it would actually be called lolita. But it is associated with it, simply because of it's old-fashioned elegance. The skirts are longer and they don't have to be bell-shaped, and the shoes and other accessories are typically less cutesy. It's what lolitas grow up to be - an elegant, refined lady. For a few examples (I'm sorry they aren't very good): Original guide here |
 | ♥Boystyle♥ Boystyle is just as varied as lolita ranging from the cute little-boy style of kodonas to the more sophisticated dandy or aristocrat. "Kodonas" might wear knickers (not the underwear!!!) with a proper blouse and a vest, while aristocrats would wear a whole suit; a suit like those from the Victorian Era, not a tuxedo. But seeing as I don't really wear boystyle, I thought I'd leave the description up to those who understand it better than I do (namely neuromance), see here from ![[info]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/community.gif?v=90.5){kind=small} teddyboys. For a few examples:Original guide here. |
 | ♥Kuro Lolita♥ ♥ ~ ♥ ~ ♥ "Black" lolita - like any other style of lolita but completely black. I'm not entirely sure why the style merits it's own name, but just a heads up this is what it is called. Kuro-lolitas are often spotted with their lighter counterpart, the shiro-lolita. (Note: Kuro-lolita is not a name to call darker-skinned lolitas. I've seen people say it in this term and it's ridiculous.) ♥Shiro Lolita♥ ♥ ~ ♥ ~ ♥ "White" lolita - any style of lolita done completely in white. This is a very tricky style to pull off because wearing floofy white clothing can easily lead to looking like a giant marshmallow, but it's very beautiful and striking if you can pull it off. ~Shiro-Kuro Twins~ ♥ ~ ♥ | <> |
 | ♥Hime Lolita♥ Princess/himeloli is pretty much what it sounds like - lolita clothing a princess might wear. This style is very much inspired by Rococo (rather than Victorian) and is very fancy, with a mini-crown or tiara to complete the look. But don't think a pink dress and a crown will make you a hime lolita--coordination is key! Sometimes (but not often) the traditional loli silhouhette of a bell-shaped skirt is extended to a more full-length dress, usually with a slightly lower and squared neckline to balance out the fullness of the skirt (not a plunging neckline or anything). This is a difficult modification to pull off correctly and should be avoided by beginners. Jumpers can be found as well, but not as many blouse/skirt outfits. Overall in my opinion, it's the most feminine and fancy of all the Lolita styles, and often the most extravagant. Original guide found here. |
 | ♥Country Lolita♥ A subset of sweet style, with little straw hats and dresses in gingham, floral, and fruit patterns. Basically you look like a sweet lolita out for a picnic, so it is not uncommon to tote around a wicker basket or parasol. The print of the dress and the straw hat accessory are really the only thing that distinguishes it from sweet loli, and often the two are grouped together. Original guide here. |
 | ♥Sailor Lolita♥ Pretty self-explanatory, it's just a lolita version of the old sailor uniforms. The skirts have nautical stripes around the edges, the blouses have little sailor collars and ties, and sailor hats are worn in place of headdresses. It's really just a small subset of sweet lolita, it's popular enough to deserve it's own panel. Original guide here. |
 | ♥Oriental-styled Lolita♥ Wa-lolita - inspired by traditional Japanese clothing, including the kimono and less formal yukata. One option is a top or dress resembling a kimono in the sleeves ad wrapped bodice but with a lolita bell-shaped skirt. Often lace and an obi bow are added to make it more lolita. Asian or western prints are used for this style - this can be useful for balancing the eastern and western influence. Occasionally brands will put lolita yukatas with lolita-esque prints (such as a cakes/strawberries/etc.) and trims but lacking the traditional lolita bell-shape. Qi-lolita - inspired by traditional Chinese dresses from the Qing dynasty known as qipaos/cheongsams. High collars, brocade prints, and traditional frog closures usually identify these dresses. The most common qiloli design is a fairly traditional qipao with the base of the dress widened slightly to fit a petticoat (often seen peeking out the side slits). A lot of the time they are sleevless but sometimes puffy sleeves are added to make them more lolita. Again asian or western prints can be used. There are also attempts at hanbok-styled (traditional Korean dress) Lolita dresses, a lovely example being here. Original guide here. |
 | ♥Gurololita♥ This style also goes by "grotesque lolita" or "injured lolita". Any style of loli clothing will work for this because it's all about what you add to it (though it is more often seen on punk or goth lolis). Eyepatches, blood stains, fake bruises, bandages, and even slings give you that "broken dolly" look. This style can either look scary and gruesome or cute and all please-fix-me. Just don't overdo it, because you can quickly start looking like something out of a Marilyn Manson video. Most of these examples are actually art because it's not a common style. Art (Not safe for kids) by ![[info]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif?v=90.5){kind=small} sugarcreamcandy♥ ~ ♥ ~ ♥ Original guide here. |
 | ♥Erololita♥ Erololi is a more uncommon style that resembles normal lolita style on it is slightly more revealing and often has fetish elements such as collars, handcuffs, garters, and vinyl fabric. By revealing I do not mean exposing, the skirts are just shorter and the tops are a little lower cut, or ones that draw attention to the breasts. Corsets are often seen and usually without anything underneath (such as a blouse). The style ranges from the darker stuff you see in places like "Torture Garden" to the adorable pastel frilly clothing of Kana. It's still appropriate to wear in public but it's usually meant for clubbing or going to concert. Despite being "ero" it maintains a certain innocence through frills, loli accessories, and a certain degree of modesty. It fits a more western definition of lolita (a sexual precocious - not promiscuous - little girl) but elegance and class are still important. This is a very tough style to pull off and it helps to have a lot of experience in lolita fashion before you attempt it. Most of the better examples are found in art rather than life. These ecamples are only to give you a sense of the elements that may be incorporated into ero (corsets, bloomers showing, low-cut but still modest an frilly tops), but they are not examples of perfect ero-lolis. |
Building a Lolita Wardrobe
First and foremost - lolita is an expensive hobby, in the sense of both time and money. Cheap clothing with no time or thought put into it isn't lolita. Lolita is defined by it's elegance, and elegance doesn't come easy and it doesn't come cheap. But it easy possibly to afford it through several different means.
♥Save up for it. It cold take a week or it could take a year, but it can be really worth it.
♥Learn to sew.
♥Spend lots of times hunting for sales, second-hand bargains, and lucky packs.
♥Convince a friend/parent/spouse/significant other/family pet to buy it for you.
Some of these methods are obviously more effective than others. Anyway, onto the basics you'll need to begin your wardrobe. You don't have to go in this exact order but sometimes it's helpful to have at least one each of the first few items when starting out.
Additionally, some really great advice on building a wardrobe on a budget can be found here.
 | ♥Skirts/jumperskirts/dresses♥ This piece will be most easily recognizable as lolita even when mixed with your usual clothes. Select something in a color and style you love with but make sure you can coordinate it with stuff you already own or things you plan to buy soon. Look for skirts with nice bell-shapes - though circle skirts are coming in to fashion more and more, and MM and VM have put out a few fitted skirts. These are good pieces to start with because they are lolita by themselves (even when worn with tshirts) and will set the color-scheme for your outfit. |
 | ♥Petticoats♥ You'll need this to get the maximum floof out of your skirt. A white petticoat will probably be of the most use since it won't show through lighter fabrics, but if you plan to wear mostly black skirts a black petticoat might look better. Try and invest in a well-constructed petticoat because it will be the foundation of your lolita outfits. If you haven't quite gotten around to purchasing a petticoat, layering other (shorter) skirts underneath the skirt you want to wear is alright for a temporary substitute. You may also want to get some bloomers if you need some extra foof or plan on being very active. |
 | ♥Shoes♥ A nice solid pair of black or white Mary Janes will go with almost everything. Avoid colored shoes unless you plan to build an entire wardrobe on that exact shade. A great guide to buying shoes can be found here. |
 | ♥Blouses♥ A good blouse is essential to your lolita wardrobe so look for one that goes with everything. Your best bet is a blouse in white, slightly off-white (if the lace on your other clothing is off-white), or black without too much going on (no weird bows all over the place or anything like that). If you can find one with detachable sleeves that's even better, because it'll work in all weather. Look for a blouse that's nicely fitted and that can either be worn alone or with other clothing on top (so nothing too poofy) and one that's comfortable enough to wear frequently. |
 | ♥Hair Accessories♥ Any hair accessory is fine (see Anatomy of a Lolita Outfit) so long as it coordinates with your dress or skirt. But if you're new to lolita it might be best to start off with a bow or mini-clips rather than plunging headfirst into frilly headdresses and bonnets. These items are non-essential but are great for creating the perfect coordinate. |
 | ♥Stockings♥ Another technically non-essential that still really contributes to the overall loliness ^_^;;; Again go for a pair in white and black that'll go with the blouse you've choosen and future clothing, though if you really like a colored pair that coordinates with the dress or skirt you bought go ahead and go for it if you plan to buy more things in that color. Again a way to ease into this is with simple socks, without all the lace, but it's entirely up to you. |
 | ♥Bags♥ So you don't end up like me carrying around a beat up Chococat purse in your lolita finest find a nice bag that goes with all the other things you've purchased. If you like having lots of different purses go ahead and buy one that coordinates with your skirt and dress, otherwise go for a simple white or black purse that doesn't have too much going on (avoid trim and appliques that might clash with other outfits). |
 | ♥Jackets♥ The perfect way to keep warm and be lolified all at the same time. While you can only wear your new lolita skirt a few times a month, a coat can be worn almost daily (provided you wash it :P). And even the frilliest of lolita coats still looks awesome over your other clothes. For long coats any color is fine since it covers the clothes underneath (so it doesn't matter if it coordinates), but for jackets try and coordinate it with your skirt or dress (e.g. don't buy a pink jacket to wear with a bright blue skirt). |
 | ♥Additional Accessories♥ Once you have the basic items you can start adding things like jewelry and parasols now that you know what you need to coordinate it with. It's much easier to coordinate jewelry and other accessories to your dress than it is to find a dress to match pre-bought accessories. |
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