Looking Like a Cupcake- The Guilty Pleasure of Many

Being a lover of unique food, I find myself in some fascinating situations. Just now for instance, as my loving mother passed me a plate of gooey chocolate chip cookies with..............festive chips O.o They were green and red striped, which is a dead giveaway that I grabbed about three of them. The Japanese believe that the presentation of food is almost as important as it's taste, and I must say that this is one of the many things that I agree with them on.

Speaking of Japanese culture, I'm going to get on with what I really came to write about.......




I'm going to go ahead and assume that you've all seen them- the frilly, lacy, poofy, princessy outfits that Japanese girls and westerners alike don with cutesy pride. I first discovered lolita some few years ago after reading an article about Baby the Stars Shine Bright in Shojo Beat. Not thinking much of it, I later found myself browsing the manga section in Borders when I came across the Gothic and Lolita Bible. I was absorbed in a land of kawaii. I checked the price but sadly did not have a 20 dollar bill in my pocket to spend on the gorgeous mook. That didn't stop me from coming back soon after to purchase the Bible, and I immediately began studying the unique fashion. I learned about the various brands, styles, and other aspects of the "lolita culture." I fell in love with it! Unfortunately, the dresses average about $500 apiece, and being 14 I sadly cannot afford them. But if you're interested, don't fret! I found my own solutions. I own a few tutus, which greatly resemble some of the fancier lolita skirts. I bought one at Hot Topic for around $30, but also found one for $10 in the kids section at Marshall's. I also own several hairbows and wear one almost daily. They can be found cheap in stores like Claire's. Also, if you're a crafty one, the Bible offers templates for making everything from a scarf to a full-out skirt! I remember a lolita fan once describing us as people who "enjoy looking like cupcakes." Care to join?
-Charlie