All-con is coming up, SXSW is this week, mini-Akon just happened and regular A-kon is in a couple months.
And I'm sure there is a lot going on in between.
What's everyone up to?
Planning anything cool for this con season?
Which events are worth attending this year?
>>8909094
Texas is great, Arkansan here B-)
>>8909094
San Antonio has a bunch of events coming up >>8906505 plus there's a new Austin con this summer
Houston is pretty dried up honestly there's on Japan Festival April 16-17 and Delta H Con in August
why is san antonio getting so weeb all of sudden?
Pittsburgh's local anime convention is coming up, and much to my surprise, I'm still going.
The schedule is finally out, and I have to say - for an anime convention, there sure aren't very many anime panels. Good thing we have a bunch of social justice panels, though, right? Right?
>>8939543
they've never really focused on being just an anime convention. I actually like all the branching out they have this year with fashion stuff, game stuff, escape room, and other non-anime things
>>8939707
the theme they have going this year is great inspiration for my coordinates. it's nice to see variety in a convention, and it's a nice break from the usual midwest cons. this year will be my first year.
>>8939738
This will be my 7th or 8th year going and all I've seen is improvement over the years. I hope you enjoy yourself, it looks like it will be a good year especially for those interested in fashion programming.
You know the drill
Let's have a new thread since one of the biggest events is coming up soon (Dokomi 2016: 30.april - 1.may in Düsseldorf). Also Japantag isn't so far away (30.may in Düsseldorf).
All other German speaker from our neighbors are welcome too.
>Are you cosplaying/wearing jfash?
>Plans for Dokomi/this year in general?
>What do you think about german cons and other japan related events?
>Ever been to a con abroad?Better/worse?
21.may, not 30.may*
Today's the last day of Animuc, aka the only con in Bavaria (i didn't go this year)
I'm kinda looking forward to Japanfest in Munich, our comm always holds a meetup there and the scenery is lovely, plus there's always some interesting food stands and other stuff
>>8943944
>Are you cosplaying/wearing jfash?
Wearing Lolita to both of the events metioned on the OP. My comm's members will mostly attend as well.
>Plans for Dokomi/this year in general?
Going all three days (Tea Party, Saturday and Sunday) hoping to be graced by Misako. Otherwise, I'll mosty go to the AA. I'm playing with the thought of doing an AA table one day myself, so I'll be checking everything out. I'll buy everything I like there, and plan to spend most of my budget on AA. As said, it can't hurt to check out fellow artists and see what they produce, sell and have some reference as well as nice artwork.
Otherwise I'll go to the fashion show, laugh at weeaboos and look what my friends are up to.
>What do you think about german cons and other japan related events?
>Ever been to a con abroad?Better/worse?
Not me, but maybe other Anons?
I've noticed that merch is EXTREMLY overpriced. Last two cons I went to, (official) merchandise like figures, figma or bags/accessories where double and triple the original retail price, which is just laughable. Even if you negotiate them down a bit, it's still cheaper to fly that stuff in from Japan and pay customs than buying it at the convention.
Weirdly plushies seem to be the exception, these are usually reasonably priced.
Whats the difference between East and West coast cosplayers in the US?
>>8940924
their geographical position on a map
West Coast people don't pay photographers
Honestly I was blown the fuck away when I saw that most cons outside of socal, you pay for photoshoots
There's so many photographers here that unless someone is truly absolutely incredibly talented, it's a hobby job and you don't make money
>>8940946
This still blows me away. Every one over here at East Coast gets their panties in a bunch when people dont want to pay
Old one is autosaging. Post your questions, advice and tips, inspiration, and completed works/works in progress.
Google doc (good start for resources): https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/15mrdnoKqy7csGQ7XhyFy_wXVnLUzKX0sd2agIvHDXVw/edit?usp=sharing
>>8939241
A bunch of resin instagrams I follow. List is not particularly discerning or in order.
https://www.instagram.com/kawaiipowerup/
https://www.instagram.com/missspookality/
https://www.instagram.com/hica_rico/
https://www.instagram.com/juncake221/
https://www.instagram.com/_piscispiscis_/
https://www.instagram.com/melmagic.shop/
https://www.instagram.com/elestyle_j/
https://www.instagram.com/pasteldreamzshop/
https://www.instagram.com/atelierlorien/
https://www.instagram.com/happy.art.happy.heart/
https://www.instagram.com/georgiapeachdesign/
https://www.instagram.com/mistypixel/
https://www.instagram.com/jelly_ultra/
https://www.instagram.com/milkybon/
https://www.instagram.com/molly_8539/
https://www.instagram.com/key0325/
https://www.instagram.com/whiskeybirdjewelry/
https://www.instagram.com/orionnomitsuboshi/
https://www.instagram.com/kawa_atelierk/
https://www.instagram.com/lia_harutori/
https://www.instagram.com/mini.33/
https://www.instagram.com/silver30078/
>>8939241
Why can't a westerner make resin accessories as cute as the ones in the OP post? I would buy the shit out of them.
woah, source on the OP pic?
Old one dying >>8889992
Need help, I'm going to a con and need three coords. One I am sure about so I won't bother posting it. I have a few questions on these. One, should I coord the dress on the left with pink accessories or brown (or both, and how?), and which shoes? Two, what neckline blouse for the pink dress, the square or high neck? Three, should I wear brown shoes or navy? Are two small bows for my hair enough, or do I need more, and what color (besides sax, I don't have any in sax). Finally, needing some hair/ wig style advice. I usually just wear a plain wig or curl my hair but I wondered if anyone has a suggestion for other hairstyles to go with whatever coord is best, the hair thread was no use. I'm looking for braids and updos, but I don't know if people like them.
>>8936583
Anon, if you're taking all of this in a suitcase then we need to see the first coord. Try bringing only 1 pair of shoes for the entire 3 days, they're big and clunky and annoying. Same purse, too. Try reusing items in coords, it'll be good for you.
>>8936583
all your shoes are pretty ugly so it doesn't really matter which you choose
Seeing as the Ontario thread has just been taken over with this whole OCC v CHG v Mississauga/Toronto thing and seems people are ready to just move on past that and starting talking about the other provinces. Here it is. So what non-GTA or Ontario upcoming convention are you planning to attend?
>>8909191
Yay Canada. Anime North coming up soon, I should start my cosplay soon...
Got invited to Anime North, tell me more about it.
I'm originally from Montreal so there's that, is it worth it?
>make non-gta canada thread at request of other thread
>only posts are still just about anime north
rest in pieces OP
What exactly is “lolita”? What is it trying to achieve? It is an alternative fashion, obviously. So, then, doesn’t that imply that you dress in lolita as a way of rebelling against some sort of mainstream ideology? Clearly, lolita has counterculture elements. You’re dressing in unusual ways and joining communities for those who share your style. But why? Who are you trying to rebel against? What “culture” does lolita have, and how does your outfit emulate it? Does lolita even really have a culture? Unfortunately, that doesn’t seem to be the case. For all too many girls who dress in lolita, it’s just clothes. This, in my opinion, is horribly disappointing, especially considering how lolita rebels against the mainstream in ways most subcultures do not. How does one get famous as a lolita? Lolitas achieve fame by buying the most popular prints from the most popular brands. Girls will go to great lengths and pay large sums of money for these dresses, up to thousands and thousands of dollars for a single dress. What makes these dresses so special? Cat Tea Party is pretty, but there are plenty of other dresses that are just as pretty. I find it hard to believe that so many different girls have the same favorite dress. Clearly, it’s all about the status. And now you know what lolita is all about! Despite being an alternative fashion, lolita is just as vapid and superficial as the mainstream culture they’re supposedly rebelling against. A dress gets popular and everyone rushes to get their hands on it so they can shamelessly promote themselves on their Tumblr blog and get popular. I know I probably sound like an outsider attacking a fashion I don’t understand, but the reason I made this post is actually because I really care about lolita and I’m disappointed to see the road it’s taken.
As lolita is a sub fashion where girls gain reputation and fame by buying expensive things and posting pictures online, it’s not surprising that it tends to attract some bland people. I click the link to a lolitas Tumblr and, about 90% of the time, it’s content is indistinguishable from any other lolitas. Heck, I’m not even going to restrict it to lolita, they look just like most Tumblr pages I’ve seen. I don’t see many girls who make lolita into their main “thing”. For the vast majority of girls within lolita, it’s a side thing. Much of the online comm is made up of casuals who wear lolita one day and some other tumblrcore fashion the next. What made them decide to be a lolita? They saw someone reblog it on Tumblr and though “I’ve got to get in on that”. And that is why lolita fails to be a fashion with any kind of substance. You are a bunch of women and young girls, and you’re wearing outlandish, yet modest clothing with throwbacks to the past. That’s awfully provocative, any curious onlooker is going to want to know why you’re doing it. Unfortunately, most of these girls couldn’t tell you themselves.
Ask yourself this, why are you a lolita? Would you call yourself a lolita, or do you adapt many different substyles for their aesthetic without consideration for the meaning behind it? Are you a lolita because your friends are doing it? Because popular Tumblr girls are doing it? Because it’s an easy sub fashion to gain fame within if you have enough money? It’s almost as if you’re doing this for attention! Hmmm……
When I go to sites that are supposed to be hotspots for lolita elitism, I see a lot of girls shitting on one another for wearing cheap brands or not having the latest prints.
Tryhard edgy kawaii humor that fails to be edgy, some sex positive feminism, pastel hair,
I’m not saying that all lolitas are like this, there are some who are genuinely interesting.
I remember going to meets back before lolita started to gain popularity in the west and the reasons that it appealed to me. Brand clothing from Japan was expensive and rare, many girls made their own clothing. Most of the girls that I met were interested in the sort of things that you would expect from someone who wears a fashion that’s reminiscent of Victorian childrens clothes. So, what was it that changed?
>>8962295
you spent more time pissing about online communities and not any time actually hanging out with people with passable social skills?
Maybe a not-that-well-known anime & others cosplay thread? I'll drop a few random ones.
>Doesn't have to be the obscurest of anime/games/whatever, just cosplays you don't see often. Or barely. Maybe the ones you wish you'd see more often.
>>8947459
>>8947460
What apps do you have, anon?
Best sticker app?
>>8934767
I haven't seen that much hype about neko atsume here but if people are into collecting games and cats, they should get it
I've been using decopic for stickers recently, I'm quite into it though the selection isn't the best and there's in-app purchases (which are partially circumventable). aillis/LINE camera got too confusing with all the name changes and shit
Anyone have cosplay/anime amino???
I know it's normie ahit, but I go there to RP
>>8934777
Somebody recommended it to me and I have to check to see if I got more cats a few times a day now.
Try not to post too much of the same old shit edition
Visual Kei thread, the old one is gone
Idk if someone can tell me songs that are similar to Inside beast from the gazette
Post cosplay from old school anime/manga.
Difficulty: 2000 or older
Hard Mode: 1990 or older
God Mode: 1980 or older
Don't derail it this time edition
CoF thread >>8943438 →
Online comms >>8898148 →
Local comms >>8943839 →
Coord help >>8936569 →
Draw thread >>8945175 →
BST thread >>8940504 →
Taobao >>8935588 →
Aliexpress >>8897809 →
ebay >>8926310 →
Bodyline >>8921303 →
Mail thread >>8934331 →
Dream dresses >>8898845 →
I'm the anon that posted about the sizing question for AP's M and L in the deleted thread and a wonderful anon mentioned there were sizes next to the care tag. I just checked my other AP dresses and I can't find them
>royal chocolate skirt
>royal chocolate round jsk
>melty royal chocolate jsk
>melty royal chocolate low waist jsk
Could you post a pic of yours?
>>8959002
>>8958982
>>8958976
>>8958967
please stop derailing the fucking thread.
>>8958975
probably, or they didn't feel like deleting 50% of the thread due to shitposts?
Anyways, let's enjoy some older sweet lolita and chill out.
To the anon who wanted to know the color of the collar on the iw op, I went with grey so it's more of an off white, not sure if it's different with black.
