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International Lolita Roundtable

Obsixwi (she/her), Jehlei (she/her), Aviva (she/her), Fluffy Kawaii Jo (she/her), Tamie (she/her)

September 5, 2020 at 2:00:00 PM

Join a panel of lolita fashion enthusiasts from all around the world to learn about what it’s like to wear J-fashion in other countries! We will hear experiences from people who have lived in parts of the US, Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Switzerland, and Japan, and discuss similarities and differences in the way J-fashion is perceived where we live.

Para-Para Party Time!

Kat

No Recording Available

September 5, 2020 at 3:45:00 PM

Let’s get up and get moving! In this panel we’ll learn some para-para dances, a dance form that has been around as long as many J-fashions! We’ll learn the dances to songs like Night of Fire, Cruel Angel’s Thesis, and Spiderman! Let’s para-para paaarr-ty!

DIY Floral Headwear with Puvithel

Puvithel (she/her)

September 5, 2020 at 4:30:00 PM

Make your own floral headband with Puvithel using simple wire-wrapping techniques.

Men’s Neckwear History and How Tos

Jason R. Merrill (he/him) of Blackbird Finery

September 5, 2020 at 5:45:00 PM

Learn how a mercenaries’ convenience became the ties we know today. See examples of different styles and the various methods of tying them. Presented by Jason R. Merrill of Blackbird Finery.

Lolita 201: Advanced Coordination

Cursed Kaiser (she/they)

September 5, 2020 at 7:00:00 PM

Already know the basics of Lolita and want to step up your coord game? Want to figure out how to build a curated wardrobe across styles? Then please check out Lolita 201 advance coordination.

Sailor Senshi Showdown

Kat

No Recording Available

September 5, 2020 at 8:45:00 PM

Are you a Sailor Moon maniac? Do you know everything about the Negaverse and all its minions? Then come and test your knowledge against other Sailor Senshi enthusiasts and see whose Magical Girl mastery puts them on top!

Posing Panel 201: Props and Portraits

Plentiful Pie (she/her)

September 5, 2020 at 10:00:00 PM

Back by lukewarm demand, Plentiful Pie is hosting another panel on how to look your best in J-fashion for photos! Get some tips on posing with handbags and hats as well as some ideas for close-up shots!

Intro to Drawing with J-Fashion

September 5, 2020 at 11:15:00 PM

Do you want to draw yourself or your friends in a J-fashion outfit? Or maybe you want to experiment with new fashion styles in your art? This panel will address: overcoming initial artwork related worries, finding your art style, putting your work out in the public, and what you can do with your artwork once you have gained confidence.

Sea of Serenity Fashion Walk

Mindy (she/her)

September 6, 2020 at 12:30:00 AM

We will be showcasing your submitted coordinates during a special Twitch stream! We are looking forward to seeing how you wear your favorite J-fashions.

Merry Widow and Fluffy Ruffles: Recreating Vintage Sodas

Jason R. Merrill (he/him) of Blackbird Finery

September 6, 2020 at 1:45:00 AM

How the 19th century drugstore soda fountain let the carbonated genie out of the bottle. Jason R. Merrill of Blackbird Finery will tell the stories behind (and how to make) the Merry Widow and the Fluffy Ruffles. Recipes and ingredient list in comments.

Salty Stories to Tell In The Dark

Obsixwi (she/her) & Purestmaiden (she/her)

September 6, 2020 at 3:00:00 AM

Grab a drink and some popcorn and join us for a trip down memory lane as we revisit old drama and trends from the EGL, GetOffEGL, and Behind the Bows Livejournal communities. *trigger warning: mentions of drama, cyberbullying

Beauty is Pain: J-Fashion in the Mental Health Sphere

Jehlei (she/her), Puvithel (she/her), Lulu Van Hoagland (she/her)

September 6, 2020 at 3:00:00 PM

Feminism, activism, and self-care are intertwined with the wear and creation of Japanese street fashions. Your frills are your armor; Come learn more about JFashion’s mental healther and activism roots – and the psychology behind it – with artist Lulu VanHoagland, menhera designer Puvithel, and therapist Jehlei! *trigger warning: discussions of mental health

Whimsical World of Wigs

Kat

No Recording Available

September 6, 2020 at 4:30:00 PM

Wig woes wearing you down? Too tired to tussle with tangled tendrils? Look no further! Whether it’s styling, detangling, wearing, or buying wigs, there’s something to be learned by any wig wearer in this witty wig wrangling walk-through! In this panel we’ll review wigs from a few different brands, talk about detangling, and go over a few styling tips for Lolita and daily wear. Got long hair – no problem! We’ll talk about a few solutions for wigging with long hair, too!

Coping Through Art – Menhera

Puvithel (she/her)

September 6, 2020 at 5:45:00 PM

Menhera is casual, cute, and a self-expression of our struggles, sickness, and symptoms with origins rooted in activism. Come learn about this fashion with indie designer Puvithel. *trigger warning: discussions of mental health

J-Fashion and Social Media

Mindy (she/her), Obsixwi (she/her), Stephano Buttcape (she/her), Hannah/Cake (she/her), Cursed Kaiser (she/they)

September 6, 2020 at 7:00:00 PM

A discussion of how social media has affected J-fashion culture and advice on how you can further your reach while remaining genuine and socially accountable without letting social media adversely affect your own notion of self-worth. *trigger warning: discussions of mental health, body image

Mori Kei: An Introduction to Forest Fashion

Madeline (she/her)

September 6, 2020 at 8:45:00 PM

“Mori Kei: The look of a person who lives in the forest.” Mori girl, Madeline, will take you on a tour through the history and basics of Mori Kei. Discover how you can join this enchanting fashion subculture and lifestyle!

Voices in the Kawaii Riot

September 6, 2020 at 10:00:00 PM

We will be introducing the Kawaii Riot Project along with sharing the importance of conversations, education, and accessibility for activism in the community. Panelists will share how advocacy and alternative fashion unite and what advocacy means for them. Our panelists will review some of the points they wish had more platforms in the community discussions and how social change is essential for the community to take part in.

Mixing Alternative Styles for Beginners

Kamilah (she/her) of Hard Decora

September 6, 2020 at 11:15:00 PM

Are you in love with multiple styles of alternative fashion and wish you could just wear them all? In this panel by illustrator/designer of Hard Decora will teach you how to quench your thirst for multiple styles without looking like a confused mess.

A Very Creatively Titled Makeup Panel by Dollfille

Toshi Salvino / Dollfille

No Recording Available

September 7, 2020 at 12:30:00 AM

Join Toshi for a fun makeup tutorial on how to come up with a creative look based on your outfit! Please ask a million questions and let’s have fun together ~ ! Join along creating a look with me to be entered into a special giveaway! Tag your look #DollfilleSea and check out her webshop at https://dollfille.bigcartel.com/

Old-School Lolita History and How-To

Purestmaiden (she/her)

September 7, 2020 at 2:30:00 AM

With old-school lolita fashions coming back into style, you may be wondering what old school looks like and how you can participate. Wonder no more- we’ll use this panel as an opportunity to briefly run through the origins and aesthetics of old-school before providing you some tips and tricks on how to achieve a perfectly frumpy old-school look of your own!

DIY with Paradise Rose Shop: Fairy Kei Star Clips

Lili of Paradise Rose Shop

September 7, 2020 at 3:45:00 AM

Learn how to make a fairy kei star clip/pin with the designer of Paradise Rose Shop. These clips are a staple in fairy kei and lolita fashion for many years. During the panel you’ll learn everything you need to know about how these clips are made. Kits are available to purchase for the event, or even after as the panel will be recorded, on the Paradise Rose Shop Etsy page.

Kawaii or Kowai: J-fashion Release Review

Plentiful Pie (she/her), Mani Tokkigo (she/her)

September 7, 2020 at 5:00:00 AM

Join Plentiful Pie and Mani Tokkigo as they review and pass judgement on the latest releases from J-fashion brands! Bring your own tea and participate in chat!

Kimono 201: Seasonality and Motifs

Halley (she/her) of The Black Ribbon

September 7, 2020 at 6:15:00 AM

Ever wonder if those floral, geometric, and animal motifs in traditional Japanese textiles have additional meaning? Let’s talk about how those relate to traditional Japanese clothing and the concept of seasonality!
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