>>8642387
Last thread in auto sage.
FAQ/Brands/Models List (WIP):
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1rG733dzImczHXH7jMJQ-FhkD2awZkYWtRfZUnDSFV70/edit#gid=0
Partial Scans List:
http://pastebin.com/gffZh8UL
Video about Larme Magazine:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPx5HuTSiHQ [Embed]
(Watch this if you're new to Larme)
Posting properly this time.
>What is Larme Kei?
"I would like to explain what a 'girly' fashion is from my perspective. I will also include some keywords that is used in the magazine [LARME]. As an introduction, I will state what a girly fashion is. According to Japan's 'girly fashion', being 'Dolly' is an important element, and essential. For example, making the legs look long by using a high waist bottoms, and a balance of exposure.*
There will be a contrast of style using frills and flares to show the clear bodyline as well. These methods will emphasize slender waist, neck and legs which leads to an overall 'girly' fashion. Ribbons and check pattern shirts/bottoms are symbolic for 'girly' fashions too. As a fact, there is another fashion style that's beyond 'girly'. In general it's called 'Lolita'.
For the second facts about girly fashion, is the hairstyle. It focuses on the forelock**, and the atmosphere around the face. The cute girl will show the natural type of being girly. The importance of hair color, affects how girly you would want to show out. Instead of bright colours, dark and grey-ish calm color will turn you into a calm and settled person.
As for the facial make-up, natural colors for skins, then add some colour on lips, cheeks and eyes, which will multiply the cuteness. These make ups are a necessity when showing girly faces to people. It will look cute and wanting men to protect you***.
In conclusion, these fashion, make-ups, and hairstyle are my perspective to what a 'girly' fashion is. It is a unique Japanese style of being 'girly' and I guarantee that trying on these types will turn you into a 'girly' girl.
* by "balance of exposure", she's referring to exposing skin
** forlock = bangs
*** I'm fairly sure she is referring to men wanting to protect you, not you wanting it them to.
>>8703062
From the video
>>8702969
my previous post, just looking for some feedback. I've got some other posts coming soon but i'd just like some opinions so far
>>8703086
I like the way you arrange your collages in a clean and simple manner and I definitely think there’s a place for well thought out larme style collages, especially in light of the amount of irrelevant crap that crops up on tumblr.
I think the top collage is successful but desu the second is a little awakened looking, the dot tights look a bit busy to me and I think the sweater would look a bit odd over the dress since the sleeves of it are so long, not to mention it looks like white hearts on grey as opposed to cream/ pale ivory.
I think it's obvious you have coording skills, I just think it needs a bit of refining. I'd definitely recommend going though larme archives again for some inspiration, plus to help really fix how the style works and looks in your mind.
Also if you're able to, it might be nice to have some makeup looks in there as well since it's such a big part of the larme look.
Anyway, keep it up anon, I'd love to see what else you come up with.
>Coats with Bare Legs Edition
kek
Speaking of which, does anyone have any good larme coord with (preferably not stark white) tights? Pic related is one of the very few I've found.
>>8703086
I like your choice of items anon, keep it up
>>8703081
sauce on this coat?
fb group is getting tacky. Is there any other?
>>8703846
1/3
Here you go anon. I've seen a lot of coords with grey socks so maybe you could try grey tights
>>8703903
2/3
>>8703904
3/3
>>8703906
Thanks anon, that last one is ace.
>>8703867
I don't think so but it'd be good if there was. Fb as a platform isn't great to begin with and the current group has no constructive criticism whatsoever.
I wonder if i can use wool tights or patterned (lolita) otk socks in larme?I feel too cold during winter to wear sheer tights or ankle socks.
Commencing a pants and boots coord to change things up and because its getting colder(although this past week where I live it's been in the 60-75 degrees F, which is really unusual)
>>8703958
*coord dump
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>>8703961
OT: 4chan is so annoying making you wait 50 seconds post, JFC
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>>8703836
thanks for the response! i do agree i think i went a little overboard with the heart look, probably should have went for short socks instead. But i just loved all those pieces together (even if the white and cream was slightly off)
I'd love to do makeup but I can't think of anything other than posting stuff from the magazines. I have yet to see a "larme makeup" on the internet from westerners that looks good. I would do my own.. but I don't need people bashing my face in.
>>8703846
thank you kindly!
>>8703972
Just realized those last two are sort of gyaru, but they still could work. They're also from Larme 002 so....
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>>8703992
/end dump
>>8703995
mmm that jean look is amazing
>>8703995
I used to despise jeans or high waisted pants because it's too normie but this... wow. I want to wear it so bad.
>>8703955
I would avoid heavily patterned tights or socks. They seem too cluttered for Larme. IF you have something really simple, maybe just a couple of bow accents or something, you could probably pull it off. Wool tights could definitely work though, especially if you can get them in white. I have some off white ones that are lovely.
>>8703867
Ank Rouge is the coat source
>>8704041
I want to buy white wooly tights online, but the ones cute are one size only and they gap a bit, i'm just a M/L size but asian tights are too small.I have floral black tights that are pretty toned down for larme and some otks with embossed hearts, these are the only ones that fit Larme kei.
Would this shoes be suitable for a larme outfit?
>>8704311
asos.com/Gipsy/Gipsy-Cable-Twist-Tights/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5518088&cid=7657&Rf-200=25,20,5&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=204&sort=-1&clr=Cream&totalstyles=71&gridsize=3
>>8704321
>this shoes
My grammar in this thread is atrocious
>>8704311
I don't know if they classify as "cute," but I've bought all my wool tights from here in the past: http://www.warmlegwear.com/
If you live in the us/Canada they have free shipping over $35. Not sure what their international shipping is like.
When sizing go by your biggest measurement. I fit the weight size of small but opted for the medium since I'm taller and they fit perfectly.
They're merino wool so they're not as scratchy as normal wool. You could wear another pair of stockings underneath if you're sensitive. They do tend to pill (get those little lint dots) so I just use a sweater depiller A couple of times a season and that does the trick.
I haven't looked for wool tights on taobao or other places because I'm wary about the fit.
>>8704321
Those shoes are fine for Larme. Pretty much all modestly cute and girly shoes and subtly coquettish shoes are suitable for Larme. It's one of the easiest parts of the outfit. As long as they're not neon, space boots or uguu kawaii fairy kei sneakers etc. Obviously there are footwear that are more strongly associated with Larme such as fluffy ones, platforms with cherries and so forth. in basic primary colours (black, brown, navy or red), soft pastels or Dusty pastels then they should be fine. so far the most prevalent footwear I've seen in Larme magazine are kitten heels, high heels and midi heels(strap and slip-on), peep-toe shoes, wedges, ballerina flats, school girl loafers, mary-janes, t-bar Mary-janes and Tokyo boppers.
>>8704321
Unless you already own these, I wouldn't drop the money on these ugly things. Sure you could make them work but you could do so much better.
Sometimes I find weird stuff while googling searching for jfashion.
>>8703955
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>>8704311
Well, there are tons of fake tigh highs floating around in asia with thick fur plush lining, even plus size ones.
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>>8704567
Hmm cheers anons, I didn't get them yet so might think it over. I've been really struggling to find anything apart from loafers/club heels/office lady kitten heels so if anyone has any suggestions for Europe-based shops (it's a long shot I know, but i've got weird feet so would really rather be able to try them on first) with suitable shoes it'd be great.
>>8704596
what
>>8704709
Are you in the uk? Asos might have some funkier shoe options and they have free returns for uk residents so you could buy and try on, then send back anything that doesn't work. A bit of a process, but you may have better luck with that than physical stores.
Otherwise save a bunch of Larme footwear pics to your phone and look at them while you hit up a couple of shoe stores. You might find something.
>>8704804
Returns are free for us residents too.
>>8704804
Yeah I've had a look there, just ordered a pair so hopefully they'll work.
Small image dump in return.
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>>8704321
These tights are really cute, thanks anon!
>>8704432
I live in Europe, a bit expensive considering ship and prices. But still, i would consider to get, i have wool tights that get piling like crazy but they are just black, it's awful when in offline shops when you want white or pink wool tights they watch you like an alien from outer space, life is too short to wear just dark color plain tights.
>>8704643
I should search again on AE, last time i found only leggings or one size lined tights.
>>8705474
If I find any cheaper European sources for wool tights I'll let you know. Like you said though it's hard to find things in anything other than black that I was ecstatic to find a site with white wool tights that weren't $70.
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>>8705504
Reporting back after a quick search. Some of the options on this page seem to be white or off white. Maybe they'll work for you?
http://www.tightsplease.co.uk/tpgb/tights-online/wool-tights.html
I think it's gonna be hard to find white wool tights in stores. You'll probably have to resort to online.
>>8704709
wow that outfit's a bit saucy, is it actually from larme?
>>8705587
if I remember correctly the top is honey cinnamon and the dungarees verybrain so two brands which appear in the magazine, the coord's definitely on the ~hotter and sexier~ end of larme though
>>8705504
Thank you a lot anon, your help is really useful. Well, also fleece lined tights are good enough.
>>8705512
Your link has good priced woolen tights finally, spending a lot for a pair of tights is too much in my opinion.
By the way, other than MonLily and some stuff at Bobon21 there are other cheaper brands for larme?
>mfw i like Monlily but their latest onepieces are too light for winter
Does anyone have any favourite shops for larme kei inspired clothing? Preferably located in Europe?
Does anyone have an idea of the measurements on this/Swankiss sizing in general/any non-model worn pics?
I'm kiiiind of tempted to get it but I'm worried it's gonna look like a hot pastel mess.
>>8706120
Isn't this already sold out?
>>8704504
Source on shoes and the whole outfit? Loves it
>>8706003
charity shops desu
>>8706535
and um, top shop, river island, karen millen, warehouse and possibly yumi - just bear in mind that not all items from these brands will be suitable, although they do sell many things that fit the girly aesthetic with lots of sheer and ruffle details etc.
Also although the wuality ids ok with these brands, with yumi and topshop in particular, you may be better of checking auctions on ebay etc for better value.
>>8707181
god damn, pardon my typos
I really liked saramari's recent pic related outfit (trying to redeem self with more content).
>>8706535
just noticed there is a filter that changes t. b. h. to desu now
why?
>>8707192
It's a filter to help us spot Redditors, memelords or newfags. Which one are you?
>>8706127
Auctions m8. I'm curious about what Swankiss's sizing is like as a whole.
>>8706516
Honey Salon
>>8707620
Oh right. I thought they restocked or something.
Their sizing is like other j-fashion brands, same as Liz Lisa if you have any of their stuff.
>>8707563
#2 i guess
>>8707563
desu
Whilst the pink, super ruffled and fluffy stuff associated with larme isn't my thing, I love some of the apron pencil skirts and peter pan dresses, as well as a lot of the red lip make up looks etc.
I like that I can experiment with larme style whilst still dressing for my age group and not going full weeb.
>>8709477
Neb aaran do does some whimsical feminine stuff that looks appropriate for older women.
>>8709477
O that op is superb anon, is that one of katies?
>>8709486
shit, I wonder what an 'older woman' is by j-fash standards(?)
I love the Neb aaran neck ties, thanks anon
>>8710456
shiiit I just discovered the neck tie in question is 140 usd, maybe I don't quite like it that much.
Pic related can be yours for 245 usd plus shipping etc.
>>8709505
nah, both the dresses are Syrup/RoseMarie Seoir.
>>8710456
Well the models aren't super old but I think they could be 50+ and still look fine. The makeup isn't going for super young either.
Any decent English language make-up tutorials about?
>>8709486
Thank you for introducing me to this! I'm 18, but I love this more mature look
I absolutely love tsubasa's new haircut, I'm really tempted to get something similar myself.
>>8714022
I have a few
>>8714046
>>8714052
does anyone know where to find eyelashes like pic related?
is there a particular name for this style or do you just have to look
>>8714056
Look up Dolly Wink lashes, they should have a similar style
>>8714046
Thanks a bunch anon, they are great. Also now following the tumblr because I've clearly lived under a rock.
>>8704321
those look nice. where from? review?
>>8704567
do you happen to know where nice, simple version of these would be? [8]
Just a question:
Are otome and larme kei the same thing? Because pretty much all brands that get called larme are actually otome stores.
>>8714487
Absolutely not, and I'm not sure you'll be able actually grasp the difference even if someone explains it to you if you haven't already just by looking at them.
>>8714487
you could probably find some things in otome shops that will fit larme, but the styling is COMPLETELY different.
>>8714487
Which brands.?
>>8714052
I like this kinda flushed face with the blush, only problem I have olive/slightly tan skin and I dunno if that kinda look suits me, due to that I've deterred away from blush in case I over use it and look ridulous.
>>8703081
Can anyone give me the sleeve length for Ank Rouge coats and/or long sleeved tops? I've been searching everywhere for them but I can't find them. Maybe I'm blind
>>8703076
This is cute, do you know where the coat is from, anon?
>>8714649
you could try darker colours, like reds etc
i don't know how dark you are anon, but i'm quite tan as well so you're not alone
have you tried looking for blush colour guides or something like that?
Any advice for the fashion for girls with thighs they aren't super happy about?
>nb4 'diet and exercise', yes and yes, working on both of those.
I have a lot of dark-colored tights, but I'm speaking more in regards to what style of shirts would look flattering and still work for the fashion. I love pleated but they work the least with my figure.
>>8715043
*skirts not shirts
Fuck it's early lol
>>8715043
poofy knee-length skirts is what I usually go for, if you're worried about people looking up your skirt you could wear bloomers or shorts over your tights
>>8715043
Stuff like this maybe? Straight up and down, you can't really see what shape your legs are.
>>8714649
Buy some blush at a place that allows returns on used makeup (sephora, cvs, Walmart, etc) and try it out. If you don't like it, return it. Try a few different shades to see what works for you. You might not be able to use Risa's exact shade but there's likely something out there for you.
>>8715139
Sorry I just realized that comment was very U.S. centric. Hopefully you have places wherever you are that allow returns. Otherwise just go for something really cheap. You're checking for color, you can get something good next time around.
>>8715093
This shape is awful for anyone with large thighs or hips. You don't actually get the straight up and down shape if there's any significant difference between your waist and hips, you just end up deforming the intended shape of the garment.
Something with a little more flair is better IMO. The flowy shape skims over and doesn't offer any definition, plus the slight poof gives the illusion of slimmer legs.
On a related note, I really love the pencil skirts, but they fit me in a conventionally flattering way - more Kim Kardashian than coquette - which I don't think really works for larme. Is there any way to downplay this?
>>8715157
Damn you're right
>>8715170
I'd just go for red, if you've got gold undertones try a more orange one
>>8714487
Definitely not the same thing but the underlying concept is similar; girly, maiden and both use retro/vintage themes; otome tends to be a direct vintage look whereas Larme tends to be a more contemporary Jfashion take on vintage. There are pieces that could be used for both but ultimately the end result should be styled differently. Otome tends to be alot more quirky, alot busier, Use of colours is more adventurous and varied, use of patterns and prints is more prevalent in both main pieces and hosiery(rarely used in Larme except for mainly gingham or the occasional tartan skirt). There are other things as well, but I can see why you asked the question. Pic related is a Grimoire dress that could be used in otome kei, the feel of the photo and the styling has a somewhat Larme feel and the actual cut of the dress is one that features in Larme a fair bit.
>>8714578
MILK is the main brand that has alot of otome/larme cross over.
>>8714505
I would agree with this, I could imagine items such as in pic related being styled in a lame way for instance, perhaps with sheer socks, chunky heels, little lace wrist gloves and cute clutch or ruffle pillow bags etc.
As a side note, have any brands more associated with otome ever been featured in larme and styled in a larme way?
>>8714649
I think rose coloured blushes look stunning on darker skin, I'd recommend testing those out.
Obviously I'm not suggesting make-up application like pic related, just the blush color itself.
>>8715157
I actually think Kim was cute as shit before all the contouring crap etc - so much of it has to do with styling and attitude. If you get the make-up and accessories right you should be able to pull it off. The pencil skits with extra ruffle details are a good choice I think, they're super feminine and the ones below the knee or not much above seem more cute coquettish than sexpot that way.
Even if you have a fuller, curvier figure I think it's possible, I mean look at Christina Hendricks, when she dresses super girly and femme she seems pretty cute and coquettish to me (rather than man-eater).
Did anyone manage to get onespo'a lucky bags? I found out about them. day after they were released and they were all sold out; I need them both in my life ahhh
>>8715980
She looked a lot prettier before surgery, getting her nose done makes her upper lip look really long and she now looks like a freaking muppet
For those that were interested in the verybrain apron skirt, you can pic one up on yahoo auctions for the bargain price of $449.
I wouldn't be surprised if taobao knock-offs start showing up soon if they haven"t already.
Does anyone know what Risa Nakamura's measurements are? I was just wondering as she seems really tiny. All I know is she's about 5ft 2 1/2 but that's about as far as my google-fu took me.
cute as shit dress that popped up during an image search
>>8716813
Ugh I love very brain and I want this skirt so bad, but really can't justify that price. I might try and make my own at some point.
>>8717662
She keeps them a secret, as far as I know.
>>8717694
Its probably the easiest skirt to make ever too.
>>8716813
What a shame about that ridiculous markup, this is probably my dream skirt.
Sadly apart from this one none of the verybrain pieces that pop up on auctions seem to be particularly interesting, might just order something straight from them at some point...
>>8717699
I'm just afraid to fuck up the ruffle but yes agreed, it's a basic pencil skirt with a frill and straps. I could probably make it with some trial and error.
I was wondering if this dress has larme styling potential?
My gut says 'yes' but then I may not understand the fashion well enough yet.
>>8715157
I have the same problem.
>>8717808
I was thinking something along pic related lines maybe, or am I way off?
I'm going to buy some Larme magazines but are there any other magazines with a similar aesthetic/brands/style/whatever?
>>8717836
That blouse with the dress will look great imo, the belt I could take or leave.
Necklace is a bit chunky but would still work.
I feel that the ankle cuffs on the shoes are a bit out of place, but you can't really go wrong with black platforms. I would either swap out the socks for sheer white ones, or the shoes for more slender heels. Just to add a more delicate vibe.
>>8716813
what material would a skirt like this be made of? (new to sewing)
>>8718420
http://verybrain.thebase.in/items/2014399
Original is 100% polyester, I'm guessing it's light to medium weight suiting of some kind because the ruffles protrude so much that the fabric can't be too delicate. If you ask for polyester suiting at a fabric store that's a good starting point
The back of it also seems to be pretty butt-hugging, which just makes me want the original even more.
>>8718440
thanks!
>>8717836
I vote no on the belt but everything else looks cute! Actually what the other anon said about white socks sounds good too.
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>>8718516
Thank you for the feedback anons. I agree with the belt, on reflection it's too sturdy looking and not soft enough. I really like the paler sheer socks idea so managed to find some in beige (the dress is actually beige so I was worried white out of nowhere might look a bit awkward?).
I don't know how others feel, but I'm really liking the chunkier more statement type jewellery that has been appearing in more recent larme editions.
2nd attempt pic related.
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>>8718612
The Agent Provocateur enamel ribbons and safety pins necklace is amazing. Sold out on the website and pretty pricey on the second hand market sadly.
Are there any tutorials for long hair around? I'm talking really long here, enough to sit on.
>>8719301
Long hair isn't Larme. You probably need a bun or pinned up braids.
>>8719323
Fug. I might just buy a nice wig. I can't even get my hair to stay in a normal bun let alone do anything intricate enough for larme with it.
>>8719301
I'd try informal braid styles and bun updos and experiment with coiled up fake bobs. I'd also recommended checking out Fanny Rosie's tumblr, she's mostly lolita/otome and doesn’t really dress larme, however some of her hairstyle looks I think could work or at least provide some inspiration.
>>8719323
I don't think this is entirely true, I've seen some models in larme with very long hair. I would agree however that plain, loose extra long hair isn't really the thing.
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>>8719333
I'm a member of the stupidly long hair club too, and my hair's usually too fine to do a normal bun. Doing a rope or normal braid to hold it all together then using spin pins works, though.
>>8719343
That's the thing, though. Very long hair is incredibly difficult to style in a girly way since it's so heavy and Larme hair needs texture and volume. You really need short layers at the front for styling, then either braid or bun the back.
>>8719354
I appreciate that it's not easy but you can still achieve some volume/softness and fluff by pulling out the braids etc a little so they're not too tight and formal much like in this image (although you'll likely need hidden pins to take the weight of the hair and stop it flattening) >>8719343
Also if you don't have bangs or shorter layers, you could try experimenting with fake bangs that come with longer side pieces (pic related). You can also sprinkle a bit of talc on them to make them appear more realistic and even thin them out with scissors if you prefer a less heavy look.
appeared on my dash a while ago, kawaii as fuck
>>8719323
Thats BS. Length isn't important, how you style it does.
>>8719323
I don't think you're correct. It's true that a lot of Larme hairstyles are short, but I think that's due to the fact that a lot of the models get their hair done a lot and over processed hair is hard to grow out very far.
Ofc limp, unstyled, long hair is absolutely not Larme.
>>8719464
And you can't style below the waist hair beyond braids. Curling doesn't hold unless you damage it first with bleaching
>>8719479
Those are all medium length.
>>8719524
They are curled though. When straightened, they should be at least boob length.
>>8719521
That is not true at all. I have never bleached my long hair and it can hold a curl provided I spray it with hairspray.
I'm currently going through a very awkward hair growth stage. Would anyone have some possible wig recommendations that would suit Larme? I really love the way Risa's hair looks soft and tousled.
anyone have any cute larme-able afro styles?
Is there any Larme brand that sells some coats that have some type of warmer material, maybe like wool?
>>8719521
This is entirely dependent on your hair texture and weight. My coarse stranded, dead straight Asian hair needs heat and a fuckton of product to hold curls below APL; other friends with classic length hair that tends to waves when shorter and pulls itself straighter due to the weight when long can put their hair in braids or rag curls overnight and get perfect waves or curls with minimal hairspray or a small amount of mousse
Sorry for the shitty quality pictures. I was wondering if this would quality as a simple larme style outfit? I was trying to come up with something using items I already own.
It's a shame you can't see the corset detailing on the sides of my top, especially as I reckon it's the the best bit(!).
>>8720318
There were some styles mentioned in the previous (now dead) thread, might be worth checking the archives. I also think natural afros with cute bow hair bands etc would look great.
Odango afro puffs were were mentioned as well as cute curly looks similar to your pic related - who is she btw? She's gorgeous.
>>8720641
Never mind, I just discovered it's milkandtwee on tumblr, I did the reverse image search by myself, mother would be proud.
>>8720622
I like it anon, I think you've captured the style pretty well. Only thing I'm eh about is the cut of the jacket/coat
Anyone looking to pick up the latest issue?
Saw this dress in a thrift shop today and couldn't resist the gingham, but how do I coord this? Was thinking of wearing a frilly turtleneck with it, but would that work?
Noob question, can leather work in larme? Like a leather pencil skirt?
>>8722153
Sure. This isn't a pencil skirt but hopefully it gives you an idea.
>>8721256
A frilly turtleneck or sheer blouse would be nice, anything white and cute. I would go for open toed heels or sandals with tie-up straps for a summery look.
You could also add some embellishments to the dress itself- I'm thinking bows on the shoulders, heart-shaped buttons on the pockets sort of thing.
>>8718604
Oh, I couldn't tell it was beige from the picture, but that shoe/sock combo is much cuter imo. And the hairbow and blouse match wonderfully.
>>8721233
Just picked it up. Cheers for the reminder.
This is my most recent attempt at larme. Luckily my hair was nice enough to hold curls for a few hours, but my tired face ate all my makeup. Sorry for shitty pics. Any advice to improve?
>>8722465
Dropped pic
>>8722468
I think the bottom ruins this for me anon, though I do like the other pieces. The shoes look really unflattering and socks over tights is quite hard to pull off well. Replace the shoes with something more feminine and get rid of either socks or tights (or if you're wearing the latter for warmth, replace them with flesh colored tights)
>>8722474
Flesh colored is a good idea! I know tights/socks are usually a no-no but I wasn't feeling like going bare leg. And I think the shoes may be cuter than they look in that picture, they're heeled oxfords with some nice detailing, but the pic admittedly makes them look like weird workboots or something
>>8722482
Wtf, how big are your feet to have toes that long?
>>8721233
thanks for reminding me!
>>8722482
No, I could tell that's what they are and they're really not cute for the look you're going for. These would work with classic lolita but I don't know about larme... most of the girls in the scans are wearing really cute and feminine shoes, stuff with bows and ruffles and softer shapes. The socks are pretty eh too, those just look like standard crew socks... you can get socks with cute lace at the top for cheap off aliexpress.
>>8722230
Thank you! This dress is pretty warm though, so I'm not sure I could pull that off (but then again, the climate here during summer is so weird so I could probably go for it). Any suggestions for shoes suitable for winter? It's such a cozy dress and I don't know if I'm going to wear it this year, unless we will get incredibly low temperatures in December.
>>8722618
Good points, thanks for the input. Placing some online orders right now actually so time to get some new shoes and socks!
>>8722482
Those socks make you look like you have cankles.
>>8722844
Whoops, I'm in Australia, forgot everyone else was going through winter, I'm an idiot...
Anyway, fluffy boots are pretty popular for winter larme. I think alot of boots with bows, ribbons or fluff fit into the aesthetic, particularly if they have a platform or heel. Pic related, some boots from dreamv and some legwear ideas (use diff colours though) for if it's too cold for ankle socks or sheer stockings.
>>8722915
Oh goodness, these are so adorable! I actually ordered some flesh coloured tights with a fleece/plush lining on taobao, so I suppose I could still go for cute lacy socks. I really like these shoes http://m.intl.taobao.com/detail/detail.html?spm=0.0.0.0&id=41785123435 and I think I might order them next time together with more Larme stuff
>>8722618
I think the shoes are alright, if paired with like a suspender skirt or something like that it could be really cute. but she definitely needs more feminine socks. something frilly and cute can really change the overall look.
>>8723021
I'm getting these to try out instead, what do you think?
>>8722468
I don't even think the dress is very larme, honestly. You'll have to really work with your accessorizing and makeup to make it fit the look, but the tips about shoes and socks other anons are giving are in the right direction.
>>8723076
yeah im not feeling the dress as it is.
here's a quick edit. lose the tights, go for cute socks, maybe wear a lacy underskirt or something. I would even go for a really lacy turtle neck, maybe replace the buttons with something fancier.
>>8722468
Incoming wall of text!
First off, I appreciate that you didn't go for the overdone obvious Swankiss fluffy thing that seems to be the go to choice for everyone trying Larme outfits, and you went for a more mature colour scheme. The outfit doesn't really work though for the reasons the other anons have already pointed out so I won't go over that again. I did an edit of how I would make your outfit more Larme looking (50 hours in MS paint). Ok so we've covered the flesh coloured tights things and you can wear those under thigh highs. I would invest in some platform type footwear, or some kitten heels or midi heels, just anything feminine and cute that you see in Larme. Pour over Larme scans, or better yet buy some issues of Larme, and really absorb the source material. Buy a few key pieces you see models wearing, like say a fluffy mohair sweater, a midi length tulle skirt and so on.
You really have neglected to accessorize at all. A few suitable necklaces with pendants and earrings (almost always gold in Larme magazine) , and hair ribbons can make the difference. I feel like the bag is wrong but I've added a fluff ball bag charm to improve the feel.
>>8723363
No offence but that looks terrible; to be fair you didn't have a great outfit to work with. Those ankle socks are rarely seen in larme, they usually go for a clean crisp outline for the ankle area, with the exception being the rare use of Katie style lace cuffs. In that particular outfit the triangular shape of the ruffle is completely at odds with the boxy shape of the dress. This is also in answer to >>8723047 those socks are kind of childish looking; I don't doubt you might find some magazine scans somewhere with models wearing them but I think it's more an exception to the rule.
>>8723363
>>8723076
>>8723534
Woah thanks for the extreme effort you guys put in to help. I can see how the dress isn't super larme now.
I do want to defend myself and day I dooo have a bow in my hair but its black so it was hard to pick up. Red world probably be a better choice. I'm definitely still in the process of shopping for my wardrobe so this post really helps. I'm also waiting for a minihaul of larme jewelry I ordered and was trying to hold off on making an outfit till it came in but I couldn't. I'm a little confused about the socks now because of the two different spectrums of advice I've gotten but I'll play around with it. Thanks!!
>>8723924
Don't get me wrong, There are pics with those ruffle top socks, they seem to mostly be Swankiss shop girl photos though. So I guess my additional advice is, if you do a Swankiss style Larme outfit they would be great for that. Pic related - every single pic I have that features those socks is Swankiss (the top two rows). Bottom row is the type of ankle sock you commonly see in most other Larme photos.
I really like Risa's recent 'sweetsexy' look she posted. I think we'll be seeing more of sweet sexy styles appearing in larme, particularly with brands such as verybrain, with their cute but saucy style appearing in the magazine.
>>8725200
just to add, I don't think larme is going to encourage people to walk around in their undies or anything, but more for cute pin-up looks for fancy dress and special party events etc.
>>8720318
The single bun with a bow looks good, but you definitely need bangs (clip ins will do, easy to find attached local beauty shops) or at least some pieces around your face. Bare foreheads aren't cute
http://www.thewhitepepper.com/collections/dresses/products/organza-ruffle-smock-dress
Is is possible to do the younger look in larme while fully covering the areas in gray? (meaning no wide necklines or cutouts there) (excuse the crappy drawing but it was easier than trying to explain with words)
I'm extremely uncomfortable showing off my back, it's full of acne scars, or wearing anything that emphasizes my breasts, meaning no cleavage, no low necklines, no underbust straps (high waist is fine), no fitted/padded cups, etc
I have no problem exposing anything outside of that zone though (arms, legs, midriff, etc), so can covered on top/exposed on the bottom work and look balanced?
>>8725273
turtle necks, crop tops, sweaters, anything with frilly or peter pan collars works just fine.
I know niceclaup doesn't ship overseas or accept tenso, but what about other SSs/forwarding services?
Wow these are beautiful. http://www.sweet-star.jp/shopbrand/namikicollabowig
>>8714670
That coat is Honey Cinnamon.
i dont even know if this would work for larme but swankiss has it in their webshop and it's huge and ridiculous and tacky and i want it
>>8725908
I want it too anon. Fuckin adorable
>>8725908
this is the most friggin adorable thing, and cozy I want 20
>>8725233
but what about
>>8726016
Sauce for blouse pls.
On another note, what coords would best suit a tall slender person with wide hips? Short dresses can look like little girl dresses on me, and something about super ruffly/fluffy things just looks really bad and inelegant. I want to look cute, but still wearing adult clothing.
>>8726016
Yeah, Idk why everyone says bare foreheads don't fit, I've definitely seen a lot of pulled back bangs like this in pics. I'd say as long as the rest of the hair is textured and you have a bow or something you're fine
>>8726040
I think it's from verybrain
>>8703906
>>8703981
>>8703984
>>8705369
>>8717662
>>8719390
Some examples from this thread of bangless hair looks, to further support my claim
>>8717662
They give a really detailed rundown of the main three models measurements in one of the most recent issues.
I don't have my magazines at hand so sorry I couldn't be more help!
>>8726069
>>8726044
Does everyone say that? the decision to wear hair away from the face should be decided on a case to case basis. Yes there are lots of examples of these hairstyles in Larme magazine, all worn by gorgeous models which not everyone trying these styles are. Certain individuals with certain face shapes or unfortunate foreheads may benefit more from bangs (the girl who self posted in this thread happens to look fine with hair away from her face though desu). So I'd suggest just figuring out what looks best for the individual and not relying on the old "if it's in the magazine it will work for me" type of thinking.
>>8726119
Wait I'm an idiot
I think it's a lucky pack? Maybe (translation isn't totally clear)? That's a good price then
Here's the link
http://swankiss.net/item/SKI0116H0001
>>8726120
That definitely makes sense. But personally ive seen enough people say that bangs are a requirement for larme that for a while i almost gave up on ever fully accomplishing the style. So I just want people to know they don't need bangs to wear the stlye as long as the put some styling in cuz for some reason it seems to be a common misconception.
>>8726152
That's fair enough. Here's another nice exposed forehead pic!
>>8726124
It is.
>>8722482
I think you can use plain or simple patterned tights (polkadots, small flowers, small hearts, bows) or over the knee socks. I can't use for larme ankle socks with flesh tights only in winter (i freeze easily), layering otks with flesh or same colored tights or fleece tights is a better winter idea.
>>8722915
Wish my potato feet would wear these boots, too bad are made of hard PU, very unconfortable to walk on them.
>>8725908
All my want, if there is also a small ver...
Why does tumblr not get what larme is about? Shit like this is clogging up the tags
>>8726293
It's a lucky pack
You get the stuff inside the ridiculous bag AND the ridiculous bag! What a steal!
>>8726416
people need to be more open to taking concrit
the styling is all wrong in this and that top needs to go
probably more stuff but i haven't slept in over 24 hours so i don't feel like going over it right now
>>8726416
But anon, she has glitter on her cheeks like Swankiss Saaya! Seriously though, I too do not get how, at this point, two years after the magazine has been in circulation, with so many scans available, that these people still can't get a basic outfit right. I have a vague idea of why Tumblrinas and normalfags are always so way offbase, I sort of suspect it's disinformation at the hands of more popular bloggers they want to emulate, who blog an outfit pic they incorrectly tag as Larme and usually has certain reoccurring elements (ones I've noticed so far are, cheek glitter, Barbie font pendants, pastels, often bright/candy pastels not soft or dusty) then Tumblr majoritively believes that this is indeed this brand new trend called Larme and want to be a part of it asap. So they recreate this incorrect look and post away. Add to the fact that Tumblr is obsessed with uguu kawaii and can not grasp the classier or more mature elements of the style and you get results like your pic.
>>8726416
Isn't this just fairy kei?
I like her hair though.
>>8726480
no
that's not close to fairy kei's aesthetic
pastel ≠ fairy kei
>>8726432
I can help you with that. The entire top half needs to go - makeup, piercings, wig, silly hat, kawaii cupcake top, wig. The bottom half is workable
>>8726483
I guess! It just looks like a toned down version to me. Then again I don't know much about it anyhow
>>8726486
didn't even notice that piercing. huh
i guess she could get one of those open loop ones and flip it up so people can't see it
>>8726475
this is why i try to avoid following westerners who post jfash on sites like Instagram unless they've really, really, got the aesthetic down because it's so much better to usually get it straight from the source. I mean look what happened to cult party kei. popular tumblr bloggers spread misinformation and now like no one in the west seems to know who to do it correctly
that sounded incredibly weebish but i just rather get the pure version untainted by misconceptions
>>8726432
Ohhh i didn't know, i should check it out!
>>8726497
I don't think that's weebish, I think that's understandable considering. To be fair, there are westerners who do get it right but off the top of my head, I can literally only think of one for each of those styles (Saramari - Larme, Cosmashanti - cult party)
Im putting together a collage of some items from F21 that kind of give me a larme vibe. Any feedback/items to add?
I'm mostly just trying to practice my eye but if anyone wants links or anything let me know.
>>8726587
the second dress and the last skirt don't seem to fit. Maybe its just me but the skirt gives me more nanchatte schoolgirl vibes rather than larme.
>>8726604
Yeah, I put it in just because it was gingham and I figured that with the right shirt and accessories it could work.and you're definitely right about the second dress.
>>8726587
I would add these
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=women-new-arrivals-clothing-bottoms&ProductID=2000161331
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=women-new-arrivals-clothing-bottoms&ProductID=2000182964
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=women-new-arrivals-clothing-bottoms&ProductID=2000184948&VariantID=
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=women-new-arrivals-clothing-bottoms&ProductID=2000147509&VariantID=
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=women-new-arrivals-clothing-bottoms&ProductID=2000164797&VariantID=
>>8726619
Dresses to consider:
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=dress&ProductID=2000122882&VariantID=
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=dress&ProductID=2000145645&VariantID=
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=dress&ProductID=2000179433&VariantID=
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=dress&ProductID=2000180073&VariantID=
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=dress&ProductID=2000157014&VariantID=
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=dress&ProductID=2000143081&VariantID=
www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=dress&ProductID=2000117516&VariantID=
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=dress&ProductID=2000096059&VariantID=
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=dress&ProductID=2000137973&VariantID=
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=sweater_sweater-dresses&ProductID=2000145304&VariantID=
the white ones would be cuter if dyed dusty rose or cream.
>>8726587
Yep, definitely ditch the second dress, but good job on the rest. I sort of agree on the gingham skirt, it isn't ideal (I think it's the cut or/and type of pleats) but I feel it is kind of workable (something like pic related)
It's too bad this is sold out in most sizes, this could work really well (as long as you don't pull the peep hole down to expose your cleavage like the model does in one photo)
https://www.missguidedus.com/clothing/category/knitwear/fluffy-jumpers/fluffy-peep-hole-front-jumper-pink?utm_source=LinkshareUS&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_campaign=J84DHJLQkR4
Sorry for the dumb question, but do you guys think there's anything from the Lauren Conrad kohl's collection that could work?
>>8726960
http://pastebin.com/L8urEd3A
these are the only things I saw that might work if styled well.
I have mentioned something along these lines before in previous threads but seriously, if you can, try to up your ebay auction game. I found all in pic related selling for under 7USD with no bids.
If you're looking for a bargain or just want to be able to experiment without breaking the bank, it can work out really well.
To find the items I used phrases such as - peplum, sheer, lace, peter pan, baby pink, baby blue, midi, lace blouse, ruffle, net, gingham, cropped, heart and pin-up.
You have to be prepared to trawl but with practice you can get quite fast; it took me about 15 minutes to find everything here. I also always organise the search starting with 'price plus p+p lowest fist' to find the very best deals.
Also try not to be too put off by poor quality seller pics, as long and they are in good condition, you can usually use a bit of imagination to see their potential.
I saw pic related on the River Island website and thought it could be larme appropriate. It comes in all black too.
supercute skirts found on aliexpress - sorry for pics for ants
>>8727985
>>8727148
These all look terrible. Look, the yen is weak. It's not that hard to buy Larme. There's no reason to be sinking 15 dollars into an ebay purchase. It's not lolita fashion where things can get up around the 200-300 dollar mark regularly. Just suck it up, save maybe about 15 more dollars and buy a legit Larme item.
>>8727148
most of this is completely unusable
>>8728050
Unless you're too fat for Japanese brands. But agreed, anon could do better.
>>8728050
unless you're buying Katie, I have trouble justifying some of their prices
ive seen Katie show up on fril before so maybe I'll snap some up secondhand
>>8728130
Mon lily is pretty reasonably priced for the most part. There's also japanese mercari. I would check both, I've seen Katie there in the past (still can be stupidly expensive though).
>>8727985
source?
>>8728050
Some of them are okay, I think. Would have to see them worn and styled to judge. Even though a lot of times just buying larme brand clothes will yield better results it's still fun to experiment with the look and see if you can recreate it using pieces from other sources.
>>8728050
I think that's maybe a bit harsh, they're poor quality amateur snaps of mid-range clothing - you can still find stock photos of some of these and they look pretty decent.
I agree it would be silly to blow a bunch of cash on a lot of items like this, but for a few wardrobe fillers or the odd outfit it's not a bad way to go, especially when some of these are $50 pieces for around $4.
Also in terms of 'legit larme', for what it's worth, several of the brands in the collage have actually featured in Japanese larme based style blogs and one in the magazine itself. I still think there is merit in trying to gauge potential in an item and trying to see past dodgy looking, unflattering photos etc. I didn't mean to suggest that you should restrict yourself to ebay or even mainly buy on there, more 'worth a look'.
>>8720318
Pic related has a bit of a pinup vibe
>>8720321
Katie has some but they're about $600
>>8728050
You can probably hang up any larme ~official~ brand and it would look like shit sitting on a rack anyway. larme's style is an overall coord. lolitas dresses look gorgeous laying on the ground. larme's whole thing is about the atmosphere which is hard to pull off in a static hanger image.
>>8728143
didn't even mention Mon Lily but ok anon...
I'm worried about their quality though, as I've heard a lot of complaints about dreamv's
That flower ring/necklace thing they have is stupidly cute though
I'm kind of torn - on one hand I don't think larme clothing has to come from larme or japanese brands but most of the clothes from
>>8726587 >>8726619 >>8727151 >>8727148
just look really normie to me.
They could theoretically fit into the look but just don't have enough of the main points of >>8703069 to look really sweet and girly in a larme way, and you'd have to all out with hair/makeup/accessorising to make it work.
>>8728404 shows good examples.
>>8728473
From what I've heard mon lily is the exception in terms of quality. Dear my love and plumprino stuff you'd have to watch out for.
>>8728481
It's a little like lolita, clothing from larme brands are MEANT to be worn in larme coords, so they're designed with that in mind. Sometimes, due to current trends or pure luck, normie stores happen to carry something that works. The whole "nymphet" thing was in style this summer so some pieces worked because "nymphet" fashion and larme share some common points (as much as i despise the whole "soft nymphet daddy spank me cummies uwu" thing it's hard to deny that larme shares some things with it.)
>>8728481
but your 'good' examples were just close-ups plus one stock image version pic from the ebay collage you said looks too 'normie'.
i agree that there are certain items/cuts that instantly look 'larme' and have interesting details etc, but if you look through all the magazines they have plenty of 'normie' passing stuff as well, just styled in the larme way we've come to recognise.
I have five copies of the magazine now which I know doesn’t prove much beyond the fact that i have the power to buy stuff, however some of the things (ie the 'boring' stuff that doesn’t get uploaded/reblogged so much) are normie as hell.
>>8728548
Thanks, that's a good way of putting it. I'm an ex-lolita so I think that's planted something in me inherently against buying stuff from normie stores, but I agree about how it's just a nice coincidence when they do have something that works. Starting otome has opened me up more to a lot of western designers that have pieces that work in jfashions (alannah hill, cath kidston) so I'm getting there slowly.
>>8728553
I said -most- of the ones I quoted looked too normie, and then quoted what I thought was compilation of good examples from within them. But I do agree that the larme magazines have a lot of 'casual' outfits that are closer to normie clothes, probably because they want to show everyday larme looks to readers as well as their more fantasy or story based ones.
