>>6908099 (OP)
Would that blouse go over the dress? Under the OP? Both seem a bit off...

File: 1371148097605.jpg-(51 KB, 549x528, wine.jpg)

51 KB JPG

>>6908125
Yea someone didn't think that through.

File: 1371149195887.jpg-(57 KB, 250x333, red riding'.jpg)

57 KB JPG

and to finish, requesting idea for this dress.

File: 1371149664766.jpg-(46 KB, 250x333, SaraenaJSK-marmalade_0.jpg)

46 KB JPG

I love these threads, they give so much inspiration!

Looking for some suggestions for this dress. IW's Saraena JSK in Marmalade.

File: 1371189666666.jpg-(58 KB, 400x333, 1335262104634.jpg)

58 KB JPG

...anyone?

File: 1371192167528.jpg-(123 KB, 599x540, RedxGreenxCream IW JSK Coord.jpg)

123 KB JPG

>>6908175

File: 1371193343087.jpg-(96 KB, 599x540, PinkxBluexWhite IW JSK Coord.jpg)

96 KB JPG

>>6908194

File: 1371196288264.jpg-(140 KB, 521x435, Casual meet-up navy black.jpg)

140 KB JPG

A co-ord I'm currently working on for a casual catch up. Any advice is welcome as I'm still learning new to lolita
The coat is a stronger navy colour in real life, as is the cardigan.

File: 1371197318549.jpg-(146 KB, 680x605, anon's dress.jpg)

146 KB JPG

anon's dress in warm weather

File: 1371203448773.jpg-(6 KB, 202x229, 2334.jpg)

6 KB JPG

Any ideas for gothic co-ordinate with this dress? I was thinking about kuro lolita, but I'm afraid it will be boring. Any ideas how can I co-ordinate this dress with navy or red?

File: 1371213023077.jpg-(246 KB, 899x554, anon dress green.jpg)

246 KB JPG

I took the I.W jsk and tried to bring out the green.

File: 1371272499937.png-(1.17 MB, 1016x756, 1364270083197.png)

1.17 MB PNG

>>6909611
>>6909886
>>6909693
aaaah thank you so much! Lot's of great ideas here

File: 1371280619039.jpg-(172 KB, 1874x830, gothptions.jpg)

172 KB JPG

>>6909785
have a generic "black gothic dress options" inspiration board.

File: 1371282249574.jpg-(394 KB, 800x600, coord.jpg)

394 KB JPG

Doing a Taobao order and hoping I can get some co-ord help.

I've ordered the jsk already and the matching accessories have sold out so I thought I'd go with a red floral hair accessory to bring the red in the print out, red shoes similar to the ones pictured and having trouble finding a blouse I like, but do you think this would go okay?

I'm also not huge on accessories both in and out of lolita so I'm not sure what would go well with this.

Help?

File: 1371288326886.jpg-(588 KB, 1213x656, annette_fall_coord.jpg)

588 KB JPG

I'm planning an outfit for an event in late september /beginning of october for my first meet-up. On the left side is what I already own and on the right are a few ideas for what could look nice with them. I want the coord to have autumnal feel to it, which is why I'd prefer a floral headband (the one pictured is just a placeholder, I'd like to find something with red and cream flowers and maybe some leafs or a chiffon bow).
I'm not sure if the red blouse and red underskirt thing could work or not...opinions? And does anybody know where I could find a blouse and skirt in red and out of chiffon? The blouse pictured is just an example of what I like (not too much ruffles and lace, long sleeves with cuffs without lace), but I don't think the collar can be worn under the JSK. Thank you for your help!

File: 1371294600816.png-(300 KB, 799x716, anon's i.w dress.png)

300 KB PNG

>>6911918
I have (badly) drawn up what your outfit would look like with your original idea, one with a brown bag and rose-y leafy head piece and another one with a cream bag an simple bow.

I really like the underskirt idea as it helps to bring out the red in the print. My only concern is that the main color is a light aqua/ sky blue and the contrast with the red maybe to big since it's so strong compared to a pink or light yellow.
If you're able to, try it with both the red and a cream blouse and see what works best.
Good luck with your first meet

File: 1371294762102.jpg-(208 KB, 767x626, tarot card dress.jpg)

208 KB JPG

Still working this one out... it's the most colorful item I have. Advice is welcome

>>6911803
I assume you'll be going with white tights as well? It seems like it'll be fine. In terms of accessories, you could get away without a necklace due to all the neckline details and maybe even without bracelets, so you don't need-need them but if you want them I would suggest gold toned jewellery with red stones.

>>6911918
I think a warm red-brown colour would be nice, and agree with >>6912007 that the contrast could be too harsh with blocks of colour compared to a patterned JSK. I would go with cream and brown before red.

>>6912011
Pick a theme and stick to it, it looks like you're trying to pull too many things out of the dress at the moment. I would nix the jacket since it's a bit goth/punk and an awkward length but most of the outfit looks like it's going more classic/casual. If you want to go that route, a wine or black blazer and just one of those floral hairclips will do, a couple of discreet rings with red stones and a simple pendant necklace that matches.

>>6912063
>>6912007

Thank you both! I'm also worried that the red might be too harsh, so I guess I will try cream first. I'm pretty pale and blonde so I thought cream might be too light on me, but I will give it a try. Thank you very much!

>>6912011
That dress has a lot of information going on, you'd better add discrete accessories. That jacket is waaaay too much.
The rest of what I have to say is just personal opinion, but maybe you'll agree so I'll say it anyway: if I were you, I'd wear higher heels for a more elegant look and I don't like the red on your hairpieces, it's too bright. I'd go for a wine, darker red (again, for a more sophisticaded look).
I love the rings and the necklace, I'd keep those.

>>6908630
>>6908635
>>6908660
>>6908665
>>6908667
>>6909558
Those are seriously cute.

File: 1371304266416.jpg-(127 KB, 584x900, tumblr_mlj2ts6i6A1qgnhu4o(...).jpg)

127 KB JPG

>>6912063
Yes, I wasn't too sure what to do about a hair accessories so I just posted the ones I that I have. I'll have to look more into the jacket, as I've only seen a few pictures of this dress in full outfits.
Thanks for your thoughts
<------ I was kinda going for the look in the pic

>>6912104
Thanks for your input
Yes, I was tossed between a more fitted jacket or an asymmetrical one and also going for a 'wine' red over a bright one. I'm still looking for the perfect pair of wine red mid-heel shoes to wear with this dress.
Thanks again

>>6911803
>>6912063

That would be correct with the white tights, and thank you :) A friend suggested a gold toned brooch so I'm on the hunt for a crown shaped one now.

File: 1371317970956.jpg-(30 KB, 320x240, 768_original.jpg)

30 KB JPG

I was wondering if I could get some opinions about something.
I bought this bag on an impulse buy (far right), thinking I could somehow coordinate around this bag (noob move I know), but I'm having more trouble coming up with coordination ideas than I thought.
Originally I thought it would be cute to get a black polka dot dress or skirt to match with it but now I fear that it would be too much polka dot and that it would look odd.

So I'm stuck debating if I should still go with the skirt idea, or if I should just try a solid black dress with polka dots and pink accents as accessories? I don't want anything super fancy, just a casual coord.

>>6912342
You don't even need polka dots, anon, just match the colors.

File: 1371343307671.jpg-(101 KB, 720x720, marmalade.jpg)

101 KB JPG

>>6908194
gave it a shot. Not sure what sort of jewelry to pair it with though.

File: 1371384806629.jpg-(1.06 MB, 2552x3424, 1364059576286.jpg)

1.06 MB JPG

>>6912342
Don't be afraid of polka dots, they coord so well. You could try a black dress with pink and white polka dot accents.

>>6908660
Where is that cardi from, it's too cute.

>>6912088
I think creams are easier to wear than white for paler people, you should be fine.

>>6912109
I think the difference with that outfit is that it clearly has two things that are very well balanced - the gothic cross motif with the goth/punk jacket and the classic with the tights, there's no additional colours brought in.

>>6909637
>>6913008

These are both really helpful! Thank you both! (I struggle a bit with jewelry for it too because of the ruffle on the front making it a bit cluttered looking, so I generally try and keep it simple if I can help it)

>>6914000
http://hellolace.net/wardrobe/mary-magdalene/type/cutsew-and-knit/item/1/

File: 1371456096924.jpg-(85 KB, 480x640, Picture1.jpg)

85 KB JPG

Anything for this that isn't just putting it with black, white, and/or music themed accessories? I can do that already myself, but mixing some colour and other themes into it would be nice. It's just that the dress itself is like a huge block of white with a bit of black, so it seems like it gets overwhelmed by other colours whenever I try anything else.

>>6915828
A wine or navy blue would look good with that. Like a navy blue chiffon blouse, navy tights, white pumps.

File: 1371457892923.jpg-(66 KB, 300x342, JetJ Belle Pierreries Jupe.jpg)

66 KB JPG

Getting this soon, and it's a pretty long skirt, and I'm pretty short. Ideas? (kuro lolita, preferably)

File: 1371465325000.jpg-(39 KB, 350x467, img20070904_t.jpg)

39 KB JPG

>>6915859
I actually have most of those things mentioned, thanks!

>>6915861
You could go a bit more towards the EGA side with a corset, if desired - I think the challenge with long skirts and short people is not looking too stumpy or swallowed up in the outfit, and a corset helps define things a bit.

File: 1371539899218.jpg-(111 KB, 600x450, 8560490999_b5cb74d4b9_z.jpg)

111 KB JPG

Man I really want to come up with ideas to coordinate with this Fancy Egg mini skirt, but why is it whenever I try to look for worn photos there's always like the same two asian people wearing it and no other pictures?
I feel like there's something I don't know that everyone else does. Do people avoid this print because it's a clusterfuck to coordinate with? Is it just unflattering, or what?
--Sincerely, a puzzled lolita.

>>6917892
I think it's just because it's Meta, that it's a bit less popular brand so you see less people wearing it. I personally love Fancy Egg, and while the print is quite busy with lots of different colours, in many ways that makes it easier to coord since you can pull out colours from the print to make more interesting outfits.

>>6917892
My dream print, urghhh.

I think it can look real flattering due to the colour range involved. You can just pick any colour in the print that compliments your skin tone & coordinate your outfit. Due to the colours you can keep changing colour scheme & styles for a more casual or grand look, quite versatile I say.

If I make my own Lolita dresses is it considered ita?
I've been sewing for about 5 years now, I have the money to buy the dresses but not many prints call out to me. If its ita I'll shut my mouth and open up my purse to more brand.

File: 1371547225951.jpg-(55 KB, 747x631, slightly classic.jpg)

55 KB JPG

>>6917892

>>6918006
If you can make it well, do it, Well-made dresses are admired in lolita, and you shouldn't really feel obligated to buy brand if you don't like the design. You should only buy what you like.

>>6918006
No. If you make a dress that looks awful and call it lolita, then it's ita, same as someone wearing brand that looks awful and calling it lolita. Brand has the advantage of usually looking lolita on the hanger to start with whereas if you're sewing, you can screw up the execution of it. Handmade is fine as long as it's done well - try to make sure you have at least a 2 and a half yard hem circumference on your skirts and get a good grasp of the lolita aesthetic before you start.

>>6918039
>>6918058

Ok :) thank you both for the advice on hamdmades. I've made victiorian ball gowns before so I'm quite aware of hem circumstance and how tricky it can get. I lurk in Lolita threads often and I own one dress from BtSSB already, though I've never worn it out, I intend to become more involved in the Lolita community!

And once again thank you so much.

>>6918028
Sauce on that necklace?

>>6918482
I think it's from the Faberge collection - they did a line of jewellery modelled on their eggs.

>>6918028
http://www.faberge.com/products/791-oeuftsarskoyeseloempereurros-0-0.aspx

I know this doesn't really belong here, but I couldn't find a lolita general.

I ordered a skirt from IW on the first day of the sale, got an auto-reply, and haven't heard from them since. How long before I should start to worry? I've never ordered direct from a brand before, haha.

File: 1371656537988.jpg-(40 KB, 250x333, 1368485083716.jpg)

40 KB JPG

>>6920815
Did you check your paypal? they might've sent you an invoice, or your item sold out and they haven't had time to reply yet.
Which skirt did you get?

>>6920815
Their response time gets really backed up during sales. It can be two weeks before you hear from them and everything may still be fine.

File: 1371657387911.jpg-(93 KB, 250x288, dress.jpg)

93 KB JPG

Can someone help me with this dress? The color is somewhere between sax and light green.

File: 1371677162262.jpg-(34 KB, 250x333, 06.jpg)

34 KB JPG

>>6920831
>>6920840
I keep checking my Paypal, emails and junk folder every day. They said a week, or longer if it's busy, so I'm not worrying just yet, but I don't want to leave it for ages and never hear anything, haha. I bought pic related.

>>6921362
Don't worry too much, I waited over 2 weeks (from memory) for a reply from them during a busy period.

File: 1371691961098.jpg-(208 KB, 554x768, Chandelier_Ribbon_Brooch_wi.jpg)

208 KB JPG

I've been looking endlessly for AP's Gloria matching head bow in wine. Recently I bumped into this cute little barrette.
Should I get it or should I be more patient and keep looking?
>inb4 yes I'm an indecisive fag that needs /cgl/s approval

File: 1371692747594.png-(21 KB, 300x300, 1208972772795.png)

21 KB PNG

Sort of an outside witness question: As Lolitas, do you buy put-together outfits, or do you put together your own outfits using stuff here and there?
Also, the hell do you guys even buy this?

>>6921720
You clearly are new.

>>6921720

I think what you're getting at is if people buy full sets (Dress, headbow, socks, jewelry) all from the same series or do they mix and match stuff from different series/brands?

If that's the case then I find that everyone does it differently. Personally, if I love a series I'll try to get as much as I can of it but that isn't always possible because of the cost factor or because stuff sells out pretty quickly (I also find that I tend to only like 1-2 things from a series.)

Mixing stuff from different brands and series is what I prefer but things like colours really vary between brands and from season to season.

>>6921821
I'll buy a bunch of stuff from the same series. Sometimes I wear it all together for shits and giggles even though the western community tends to frown upon it. But fuck, if I'm going to invest in a full set, what's the point of not showing it all off together a few times?

>>6921720
I put together outfits from all over the place. Usually a main piece from a specific brand, mix in different brand or offbrand blouses, usually socks from the same brand or offbrand tights, different shoes, various accessories (matching or not).

I buy it with my hard-earned cash, yo. It just means that I often give up on other hobbies or eat out less often.

>>6921362
I ordered some stuff from IW on June 13th and got an email/invoice tonight. They just have a lot of orders in.

>>6921705
You can wear both, you know.

>>6922090
Same anon you replied to here -
I think it's stupid that people frown upon the idea of wearing full sets. Gotta agree as well that if you spent your money on it you can wear it however you want!

>>6920851
wear it with white and pink, bodyline's sax/light green is hard to match

File: 1371743920977.png-(679 KB, 871x886, Screen shot 2013-06-20 at(...).png)

679 KB PNG

so I ordered this dress through Qutieland ages and ages ago because I fell in love with it, but now that it's finally here I have no fucking clue what to wear with it. All of the accessories I have are ivory or off-white whereas the white in this dress is pure. So far I have these VM boots that I think would work OK with it, but I have no idea what do do as far as balancing the rest of the coordinate. I have these brown/pink floral tights that could maybe work with the shoes? but I'd like input on how people would coord this if they were in my position.

File: 1371791434279.jpg-(75 KB, 648x761, green gothic himeish.jpg)

75 KB JPG

>>6922625

>>6923876
>like eight different shades of green all at once
ishygddt

>>6923927
>ishygddt

think your monitor or eyes are seeing something different.

>>6921362
How funny, I ordered the same one! The black x black right? I'm sure they're just backed up, but I got my invoice the next day.

>>6924088
Where is the dress from? I assume taobao- I love it

File: 1371901427587.jpg-(154 KB, 533x771, Untitled.jpg)

154 KB JPG

>>6924703
yeah it is, can't remember which store though sorry!

>>6926451

Wheres is that dress from? Its beautiful

>>6926541
i believe its from i do declare

>>6926451
Goddamn that dress is gorgeous... so many things I'd be tempted to buy from her if not for what I've heard about her customer service.

>>6924703
Looks like Infanta to me.

File: 1371987825865.jpg-(391 KB, 885x592, 1362505635710.jpg)

391 KB JPG

>>6928330
Hey, this coord was made at my request! I still want to mimic it as close as I can someday but those boots are so expensive, hahaha. Damn Fluevog to Hell for making so many deliciously sexy but painfully expensive boots.
The dress is IW's Cendrillon Scallop, in case anybody cares.

File: 1371987891961.jpg-(515 KB, 780x800, 1364279964567.jpg)

515 KB JPG

Also my favorite of all time.

>>6928253
It is from I do declare. I was very tempted to buy that dress, but didn't want to spend 200+ dollars from an etsy store I barely knew.
https://www.etsy.com/transaction/112968969?

>>6928341
You either misquoted or misread, they're talking about this post...
>>6924088

File: 1372021089030.jpg-(86 KB, 600x449, 35577_600.jpg)

86 KB JPG

I just bought this skirt and I'm trying to figure out how to coordinate it. The outfits I'm coming up with aren't bad, but they're just kinda boring. Could anyone help me out?

And sorry there's no stock photo for it that I could find.

File: 1372037261957.jpg-(402 KB, 660x990, F+F Ghost Bride JSK.jpg)

402 KB JPG

Do you think I could get some suggestions as to what to do with this? I was thinking a white blouse and white tights, but I'm not too sure.

I adore this dress, I'm just not keen on showing my shoulders.

>>6908099 (OP)
OP
Blouse
Collar
So much going on around the neck?

File: 1372041933915.jpg-(127 KB, 500x747, T27xFbXo4NXXXXXXXX_!!1993(...).jpg)

127 KB JPG

ideas?
I'm a dark skin girl and I try to stay away from bright whites because i don't think they look too good with my skin color (there's irony in dem dar hills)

File: 1372050136195.jpg-(164 KB, 1005x1160, insp.jpg)

164 KB JPG

>>6929552
there are a bunch of things to do with black corset dresses, I've been lazy and collected some photos...often people seem to favour the scoop collar ones with corset dresses, but you can always wear a bolero if you aren't comfortable with visible shoulders

>>6929663
Awh shit, I was gonna order this one. Are you happy with the quality of it?
Also I really liked one of the coords that model was wearing on the item page, with the red blouse...I'll go grab it for you in a minute!

>>6929873

Would a white high-collar work, do you think?

File: 1372051169259.jpg-(136 KB, 500x704, T2Sf4JXXldXXXXXXXX_!!199340297.jpg)

136 KB JPG

>>6929663
This is the one I was talking about, the reds are a lot different than I remembered but I think ti would look a bit weird if the blouse was as saturated in color as the roses on the dress. I don't know, I was planning on ordering it in blue and just coording it with a white blouse and black shoes + accessories. Probably subtly-patterned black tights too.

File: 1372051480769.png-(136 KB, 360x360, 5012-2-l.png)

136 KB PNG

>>6929886
I think so, as long as the white is worked into the rest of the outfit. I'd go chiffon blouse/lace tights to soften the white slightly and black shoes - something like these, or boots would be good.

File: 1372052467465.jpg-(86 KB, 856x732, sailor.jpg)

86 KB JPG

>>6929031
The skirt makes me think sailor, so I tried for a slightly more subtle (i.e. no mini hat/striped socks/sailor collar) but still sailor-y coordinate.

>>6929937
Thank you so much anon! That's adorable!

Polite sage because no contribution.

File: 1372057489427.png-(725 KB, 1000x800, polkadot1.png)

725 KB PNG

Planning an outfit for an AP tea party but kind of at a loss for hair and accessories. I don't know whether to go with a wig or just my natural hair (black/dark brown, past shoulder/chest length), and if so what kind of hairstyle (high or low pigtails? high pony? loose and curled?) would fit. I have pink haircombs and a scrunchie but they are both Baby so they have the logo drops, so unless I can hide them somehow, I don't think that'll go over too well. Help?

File: 1372057578022.png-(466 KB, 730x560, polkadotchoice.png)

466 KB PNG

>>6930052
pic related two of my wigs (not pictured: a super long straight blond one) and a couple of hair things I have.

>>6930052
i think the polka dot scrunchie would work best in this situation, with your hair either in a ponytail or a loose bun.

>>6929629
Yea, someone said as much. Ain't mine, and I think the idea behind it is cute.

File: 1372118167795.jpg-(27 KB, 240x320, btssb chain bouquet in wh(...).jpg)

27 KB JPG

Any suggestions as to what to co-ord this with? It's a reddish Chain Bouquet from AatP.

It's my only dress and absolutely adore it, but I have no idea what to do with it and it's just sitting in my closet. Help me, /cgl/, you're my only hope!

>>6931353
This is a beautiful dress. I've been waiting for posts for it but since I've not seen any yet, I just thought I'd say that I think it would look lovely with a ivory coloured short sleeve blouse.

File: 1372167504196.png-(858 KB, 960x720, ajhsdfa;sdf.png)

858 KB PNG

can I get your honest opinion on this? I think I suck at coording. Also, I have no idea what to do with the legwear (and of course I will only use one headbow, but I'm not sure which one!)

>>6932610
I like it but I think the blouse would look better without the bows on it. I see it more as a blouse for a skirt rather than JSK.

>>6932610
Personally I don't think the sash is working and be careful with your pinks, they don't look like they match too well (try and keep warm and cool tones separate, although this may just be because of the quality of the image you've posted, in which case ignore this). For legwear some nice sheer white tights with perhaps a simple polka dot pattern may look cute. If not that then I would at least suggest something light coloured and not too cluttered with a pattern or print. The chess story bow is really cute so try it on and judge whether it looks too ott with the rest of the outfit. If it does then go with the other one or alternatively ramp up your accessories and makeup/hair so the first bow doesn't look out of place. Perhaps try to add in some more pearls too.

>>6930052
I second the polka dot scrunchie. You could do your hair in a high top bun with it or maybe a side pony if it looks good.

If you were to go with a wig I would suggest a solid colored one rather than the split toned wig also.

>>6932644
not OP but is it really that bad if your colors don't 100% match. Now I don't mean a royal blue with navy blue, but if you can get a close approximation of the pinks is it bad that its not a 1:1 match.

It always struck me as a bit much that people would rip coords apart because the pink in the blouse and the pink in the dress isn't 100% on point

File: 1372170164731.png-(843 KB, 960x720, blouses.png)

843 KB PNG

>>6932640
the JSK has a weird bust shape (I think the cut is too low...?), that is why I looked for a blouse with something cutesy on top, but I will try it on without them. I also have pic related?

>>6932644
I'm going to be in a catwalk (is that the right name? Sorry, ESL), and that is why I'm aiming for something a little OTT, hence the sash and the chess story headbow as an alternative. I was also thinking on a simple pattern tights but can't for the life of me find ones that match nicely. I tried with polka dots and flowers and meh. Maybe I should just use white tights, as you suggested.

>>6932655
There seems to be at least one anon that freaks out when colors don't match EXACTLY and posts people to ita threads for it, I don't get it either. I can see when they really obviously don't match (trust me, most of my wardrobe is black; you can tell between a 'blue' black and a 'warm' black), but barely noticeable differences between almost exactly the same dyelots is just stupid especially with stuff like pink or red.

As long as you keep your colors in the same family (cool or warm toned), you're fine.

>>6932662
...So since I basically just reiterated what the anon you were replying to was saying- they're correct, keep to color tones and try to match approximate shade as well, but other than that don't stress over it being a slight shade off.

>>6932655
I'm sure most people wouldn't rip apart her outfit and tell her to quit the fashion but if you're going to put the effort into an outfit then it's good to try and get a cohesive look and it's the small touches that turn a nice outfit into an awesome one.

Of course it's not always easy to get them all to match because of wardrobe restrictions or whatever but especially since she's said here >>6932657 that she's going to be in a catwalk it would look better to try and get them all to match as closely as possible. I don't simply mean that the exact same colour must run through the outfit, but matching tones would look nicer.

File: 1372174351591.jpg-(330 KB, 1060x1089, collage.jpg)

330 KB JPG

>>6931353
here anon I made a collage for you. I'm not sure if it came out that good.. but I hope it gave you some inspiration. I couldn't decide between the handcuffs or the blouse so I put both as an option there.

Trying to find royal blue striped knee or otk socks to match the bodyline sailor OP!
I always either find too dark blue or a pastel blue

I'm so glad that this caught on as a thing(coord collage), I love these threads and think theyre uber helpful. Its also really cool to see how others manage their coords!

File: 1372185675023.png-(2.28 MB, 1384x1124, IT'S SHIT.png)

2.28 MB PNG

Is this more or less alright? It's not completely ita, right?

>>6932910

Ditch the tacky choker and the tights and find a less cheap looking bag and you'll be golden.

>>6932709
Oh gosh, it looks so beautiful! This is a real inspiration; I can't believe I didn't think of anything like that sooner!

File: 1372187718881.jpg-(236 KB, 1134x1100, MT coord 3.jpg)

236 KB JPG

Just got masquerade theater in black and am trying to do a phantom of the opera coord using stuff already in my wardrobe (or close approximations).

Any suggestions in how to work in more red besides the hair roses? I thought maybe red shoes but that might look too cute.

File: 1372187740305.jpg-(45 KB, 250x333, AP_RoyalChocolate.jpg)

45 KB JPG

I really want to get this, but I so have no idea what blouse to wear with this.

>>6932930
Thanks. Would (black/)transparent tights be okay? I mean, it's a simple coord after all.

>>6933005
Maybe you should consider something brown, to go with the detailing?

File: 1372189049297.jpg-(62 KB, 650x633, chocolate.jpg)

62 KB JPG

>>6933005

Here anon, I am a classic loli but I gave it a shot.

The blouse is infanta and can be found here:
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.1.w3-5077599968.6.vqNIg4&id=15302566749&scene=taobao_shop

>>6932910
>>6932930
I think the tights are fine but definitely ditch the choker and I'd also choose a different bag, but for style clashing reasons.

>>6933002
Jewelry using red gems, instead of all the cameos?

>>6933070

OH! Good idea anon! Thank you!

File: 1372191083765.jpg-(187 KB, 928x900, MT coord 4.jpg)

187 KB JPG

>>6933070

Thank you so much anon. I like it much better now!

File: 1372202265917.jpg-(49 KB, 500x500, outfit_large_0a5cfd40-619(...).jpg)

49 KB JPG

Made my reservation for this dress today, looking for con crit on my tentative coord. (Sorry for the crappy quality)

>>6933124
That is heartbreakingly lovely.

>>6933628
I'd lose the tights as I don't really think they work with that coord at all. The purse should go too, the shoes + jewelry is more than enough gold.

>>6933658
I'm pretty stuck on the leg wear, do you have any suggestions?

>>6933670
Not the same anon, but I would say go very simple as the dress already steals the show and you'll have too much going on on the central line of your body if the leg wear is as attention grabbing. If that makes any sense.
Personally I would've gone for some plain and dark knee high socks. But that is just my taste.

File: 1372206362089.jpg-(100 KB, 480x640, Beardsley Rose Alice.jpg)

100 KB JPG

Any ideas with this? I'm a bit lost about balancing the print.

>>6928265

I love brown, but I feel like it needs to be toned down a notch. Maybe go with a cream blouse and/or cream hat perhaps.

File: 1372207296377.jpg-(97 KB, 240x323, aatp_jsk_gatherchiffon_color2.jpg)

97 KB JPG

Advice for co-ording this dress? I was thinking either lace or harlequin tights and a chiffon blouse with a rose hairpiece.

>>6933814
a plain pink cardigan with a cream or pink chiffon blouse would be hella cute

pair with pink teaparties and some very pattern neutral pink otks

>>6933859
Thank you so much! Although I should have pointed out, I don't own any pink in my wardrobe save for a pair of tights because I never liked it. Would a cream blouse and black shoes work?

>>6933991
that would be fine. the point is the dress is SUPER busy wear nothing too complicated that would make you look even busier so keep those tights and accessories low key

>>6933722
I agree, maybe just some navy tights or something. Navy x gold is really lovely.

>>6934007
Yay! I've never been into statement accesories so that's a given.

Another possible coord idea I had involved lace topped socks, a knitted cardigan and a beret. Does that sound nice?

File: 1372211475747.jpg-(15 KB, 301x198, secret_shop_shoes_model_9(...).jpg)

15 KB JPG

I'm going to be getting these SS replica shoes and I want to see if my co-ordinations with them are totally off or get any more ideas for them. They are a slightly unusual pink for lolita so I'm not really sure how to wear them even though they are super cute! Con-crit and other outfits more than welcome

File: 1372211512377.jpg-(80 KB, 516x500, SS Shoes 1.jpg)

80 KB JPG

>>6934047
1/2

File: 1372211550315.jpg-(87 KB, 548x508, SS Shoes 2.jpg)

87 KB JPG

>>6934047
2/2

File: 1372211623262.jpg-(255 KB, 867x1230, 509d19a3723bf.jpg)

255 KB JPG

>>6933849
Yes to the latter two, but I think actually those sheer harlequin tights would work well for this, solid ones would be too strong for all the chiffon you'll be wearing and lace pattern just doesn't seem to match it too well for me.

Can't find a picture of them exactly, but like pic related only.. harlequin.

File: 1372212218941.png-(731 KB, 723x1031, MAIL.png)

731 KB PNG

>>6934057
That's actually the problem I was having with the idea of harlequin tights, but I wanted something visually interesting on the legs to break up the black. Thanks a bunch for the suggestion, I'll definitely track a pair down.

Pic related is the set I have coming.

>>6933722
>>6934031

I'll keep that in mind, thanks!

File: 1372223266359.jpg-(82 KB, 480x640, 136230-b.jpg)

82 KB JPG

Can we post more coords with more generic black JSKs? I'm really psyched cause I just bought my first brand and my first JSK from BTTSB and I wanna imagine what to do with it.
Also, how do you guys find pieces for your collages?

How I Polyvore? It looks terrible because this is the first time I've tried using it, but you get the gist.

Tentative coordinate for a meetup coming up soon, con-crit is fine. Bustier and skirt are a must, but I'm open to suggestions on accessories, alternatives, etc.

File: 1372225800610.png-(366 KB, 649x573, MozarabicCoord.png)

366 KB PNG

>>6934573
Shit forgot my picture.

>>6934578
It's fine-enough. I'd maybe add one, maybe two dark red or teal or gold accessories to make it a little more interesting, there's so many nice colors in the skirt to just pair it with just black.

>>6934578
Where's the bustier from? And I agree with >>6934581 , bring a little red or gold into the coord to brighten it up a bit.

>>6934589
Innocent World, the Musette Bustier.

>>6934581
>>6934589
Definitely planning on gold and ivory jewelry, but I think some burgundy accents would be nice. I wish I had more burgundy accessories! I have one bow that might work, I'll have to try it out.

File: 1372233948414.jpg-(193 KB, 809x669, TWINS.jpg)

193 KB JPG

>>6933849

File: 1372234155242.jpg-(48 KB, 400x566, 6670.jpg)

48 KB JPG

>>6934050
>>6934052
They don't look too bad, but since the shoes are so blingy you might want to have a bit more bling in your accessories, or at least metallics.

>>6934490
I spend lots of time looking at online stores anyway so I kinda have an idea of what's around from most of the major Japanese and Taobao brands, for offbrand I usually look on asos, topshop and forever21

>>6934764
Urghhhh so pretty. I want Gathered Chiffon in every colorway at this point.

File: 1372240348155.png-(1.44 MB, 1220x858, balloonjsk coord.png)

1.44 MB PNG

Sorry this isn't a great contribution, but it's good for beginners.

File: 1372240472803.jpg-(407 KB, 825x639, mille fleurs ballet coord.jpg)

407 KB JPG

From an old thread. Ballerina-inspired hime.

File: 1372240615349.png-(635 KB, 873x554, meta coord 1.png)

635 KB PNG

I love this dress, it works for every season. This is a fall coord.

>>6934845
Oh, that is cute. I think it would be nice to bring out the pink more, though.

>>6908099 (OP)
Sauce on those tights?

>>6934848
that dress is so cute. what is it?

>>6936678
Not OP, but here you go: http://millefleurs-noirs.com/f-607.html

File: 1372314359746.png-(193 KB, 640x640, coord1.png)

193 KB PNG

I've got the dress coming in the mail, and I was just figuring out how I would coord it.
Also that meta bow is my fucking dream item

>>6934848

This is everything I aspire to be

>>6936899
Whelp, there went my underwear.