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OCTOBER 30TH, 2020

DAY 1

The Mad Science of the 19th Cent. Soda Fountain

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

Friday, October 30, 2020 at 10:00:00 PM UTC

90 min

Jason R Merrill of Blackbird Finery demonstrates recipes from the golden age of Soda Fountains.



Grayscale Glamour ~ A Specialty Makeup Lesson with Dollfille~

Toshi Salvino / Dollfille

Friday, October 30, 2020 at 10:45:00 PM UTC

90 min

Join Dollfille as she teaches you how to do grayscale makeup to look like you stepped out of a film from the past. . . or another realm of existence. This will be a step-by-step tutorial using minimal makeup and PLENTY of art theory; learning grayscale makeup will enhance your skills in a way you never had considered before! This lesson will focus on contouring, highlighting, and sculpting the face, as well as having plenty of useful overall tips for any type of makeup application.


When Costumes Were "Fancy Dress"

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

Saturday, October 31, 2020 at 1:30:00 AM UTC

90 min

We take a look at 19th and early 20th century Fancy Dress options to see what today's costume party would have looked like over 100 years ago.


Overcoming Fear in J-Fashion

Saturday, October 31, 2020 at 3:15:00 AM UTC

60 min

Overcoming Fear in the J-fashion/Cosplay Community' focuses on the challenges we face when wearing new styles in public for the first time.


Purestmaiden's Pumpkin Patch

Purestmaiden (she/her), Obsixwi (she/her)

Saturday, October 31, 2020 at 4:30:00 AM UTC

60 min

Join Purestmaiden and Obsixwi as they review your submissions to the J-Fashion Pumpkin Decorating Contest! Voting for your favorite pumpkins will begin after this panel, and we will announce the winners at closing ceremony!


Kawaii or Kowai: J-Fashion Release Review Spoopy Edition

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

Saturday, October 31, 2020 at 5:45:00 AM UTC

60 min

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


Yōkai Sekai (The Spooky World of Yōkai)

Halley (she/her) of The Black Ribbon

Saturday, October 31, 2020 at 7:00:00 AM UTC

60 min

As more J-fashion brands release wafuku-inspired pieces, many of them have traditional Japanese folklore and myths associated with the imagery they use. We'll explore the concepts behind Yokai and other supernatural beings. If you like fairy tales, this might be the panel for you!


Day 1

OCTOBER 31ST, 2020

DAY 2

Bloody Brilliant: A Deep Dive into Crimson Peak

Jo G. (she/her)

October 31, 2020 at 2:00:00 PM

60 min

Do you fancy spending an hour gawking at period costumes and uncannily coloured lighting? If so, join me for an obsessively detail - oriented look at the costumes, visuals and themes of Del Toro's 2015 gothic romance.


The Nature of J-Fashion: A Natural-Kei Panel

Purestmaiden (she/her) & Avina-Kei (they/them)

October 31, 2020 at 3:15:00 PM

60 min

Please join Purestmaiden and Avina for a discussion of natural-kei! We'll introduce you to this long-lived Japanese fashion trend by walking you through its history and presenting a how-to guide!


Bloody Devil: A Guro Lolita DIY!

Cursed Kaiser (she/they)

October 31, 2020 at 4:30:00 PM

90 min

Want to create the perfect Spooky DIY accessory? Please tune in to see how you can create your own choker and bracelet set! To follow along, be sure to purchase the recommended supplies in advance!


Gothic Lolita: A Symposium

Rose Nocturalia (she/her), Vudu Juju (she/her), and Cursed Kaiser (she/they)

October 31, 2020 at 6:15:00 PM

90 min

Join Rose Nocturnalia, Vudu_Juju and Cursed.Kaiser for a deep dive on the Gothic Lolita subculture. Learn the history, anatomy of an outfit, as well as what notable brands to shop at.


Gramarye Fashion Walk

Mindy (she/her)

October 31, 2020 at 8:00:00 PM

45 min

Come see our attendees' cute and spooky coordinate submissions! Voting for the Coord Contest will begin after this panel airs, and winners will be announced at our Closing Ceremony.


Victorian Mourning Aesthetic in Lolita

Ashley Marie (Marie Dauphine)

October 31, 2020 at 9:00:00 PM

60 min

The Victorians had a very particular way of honoring the dead and, which heavily influenced their fashion and how they dressed. Join me as I give a brief rundown of Victorian mourning fashion, its influences in modern gothic fashion, and how to integrate pieces and relics into your outfits!


Makeup & Gothic Lolita

Camille of Empire Noir

October 31, 2020 at 10:15:00 PM

60 min

Camille, of participating brand Empire Noir, will be sharing her tips on how to elevate your gothic lolita coords and aesthetics with the magic of makeup! This panel will consist of makeup and skincare advice and examples, including application tips for both dark and light skin. Most of the information presented will lean heavily towards more gothic looks, but she will include some information for you sweet and classic lolitas, too, as a treat.


Posing Panel 301: Poof, Pants, and Photography

Plentiful Pie (she/her)

October 31, 2020 at 11:30:00 PM

60 min

Take the graduate course on posing with Plentiful Pie! Learn about accentuating lines and poses that work for different types of J-fashion. Plus, some quick tips on taking the best shot!


DIY With Paradise Rose: Bat Wing Headbands

Lili of Paradise Rose Shop

November 1, 2020 at 12:45:00 AM

90 min

Learn how to make a spoopy bat wing headband with the designer of Paradise Rose Shop. During the panel you’ll learn everything you need to know about how these headbands 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.


Salty Stories to Tell in the Dark: Halloween Edition

Emma (she/her) & Sara Bread (she/her)

November 1, 2020 at 2:30:00 AM

60 min

😱 Your mom did WHAT to your BtssB dress? You found WHAT in the secondhand bag you just bought? 😱 As a Halloween-themed continuation of our "Salty Stories To Tell In The Dark" series, join Bread.First.Seach and Nycticeivs for a chilling evening of EGL-themed horror stories from your worst nightmares... Ruined brand? Lost shipments? Prepare yourself for a frightful night of tales based off real events that will make you jump out of your petticoats.


J-Fashion Street Snaps: A Conversation

November 1, 2020 at 3:45:00 AM

60 min

Did you stumble upon the world of J-fashion through FRUiTS magazine? Curious about how alternative fashion magazines would include photos of people dressed to impress in Ura-Harajuku and other happening spots? Join Choom (Editor-in-Chief of online fashion magazine The COMM) and Alice in the Southlands (J-fashion archivist) for a conversation about the history and significance of street snaps in print, as well as their influence on current fashion photography in virtual spaces online.


Halloween Trivia Game Night

Plentiful Pie (she/her)

November 1, 2020 at 5:00:00 AM

60 min

Plentiful Pie is hosting a Halloween and J-fashion-themed trivia event on Kahoot! Viewers can participate by joining the Twitch stream. We will play three rounds, and each round can hold 10 players each. No registration is necessary, but because spots are limited, joining as a player will be decided by first-come first-serve basis. One well-learned trivia master will win a prize!


Spooky Color-Along

November 1, 2020 at 7:00:00 AM

60 min

J-fashion & Halloween-inspired illustration color-along & chit chat. Download an illustration by artist, Thymine, and either print it out or color in digitally! She will coloring along live on stream, and chatting about a variety of topics, including: art, why we love spooky season, and our favorite spooky trends or in J-fashion in general.

Day 2

NOVEMBER 1ST, 2020

DAY 3

Gramarye Closing Ceremony

Bay Area Kei

November 2, 2020 at 2:00:00 AM

30 min

Join us for all contest winner announcements, end-of-event thoughts, and announcements regarding upcoming events!


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