New mail thread?
New mail thread.
Just a blouse, socks, and some molds. Expecting to get in on a group taobao order of stuff later as well.
Reposting as I didn't realize the last thread was on it's way out.
Just got Homura's dress and tights set. Tbh I wasn't expecting much, but I quite like it and think it fits well even with my wide shoulders.
Some people (including myself) were irked that the skeletal feet weren't mirrored at the bottom. However, I was pleasantly surprised to find out that the print is the exact same on the back, except the feet are printed in the opposite direction and there's a tiny copyright at the toes. So long as I'm not wearing open toe shoes, one side can be worn backwards so that the feet match properly.
>>9119673
Link for the molds?
Small wardrobe filler haul. Couldn't find actual stock images for a couple of the items, so socks in reality are blackxwhite and bag is black. Cutsew and salopette I couldn't find at all so I left them off. Sale page for the salo said it was bought at a sample sale so praying it is actually btssb. Thankfully it was cheap.
I think this is it? Aside from some crochet books, some Jpop CDs, and a set of ergonomic hooks.
>>9120491
Sauce on headdress please? The text is too small on the image.
>>9120491
sauce on the blouses in the corner?
Hoping someone will buy my stuff on LM so I can do clothing haul. Why do people like sales posts and never comment? I don't get it.
>>9120727
Headdress
http://s.aliexpress.com/6vUNJz6b
White blouse
https://the-lolita-collective-usa.myshopify.com/collections/tops/products/high-collar-white-chiffon-blouse
Black blouse
https://the-lolita-collective-usa.myshopify.com/collections/tops/products/high-collar-black-chiffon-blouse
The blouses come in different sizes too! 84-110cm variety. I was too lazy to use a SS for the headdress and bought it off AE.
>>9120960
Oh I forgot to add, I've ordered shit from the headdress's shop before, they actually send what they say they will.
>>9120892
Thank you! I love houndstooth and am so pleased at how cheap it seems to be in brand stuff lately.
I might be better off asking this in the gen, but since I already brought it up, has anyone purchased a brand sample before? Is it a true sample like in normie clothes? As in there is literally only one that was ever made? Or is it just the original display sample before the rest of the series was produced? I'm hoping the salo will at least have a tag but as far as I can tell there isn't an actual print/series ever made that is similar.
>>9120491
Please post a review on Jewel Marine when you get it? I have been debating picking it up in the sale but can't decide how I feel.
Still waiting for nameless poem even though it shipped back in June.
>>9121710
Damn, do you know what the hold up is?
Lately I've been in an odd state of PMS'ing/Sad/Impulsive. I know I am acting irrational and ridiculous...why can't I stop myself? At least I got some really good deals.
>>9121862
sauce on the light brown gradient wig?
>>9121862
The stuff on the bottom looks really cheap and tacky
>>9121773
I'm from Canada lmao so it's probably Canada Post being shitty
>>9121524
Will do! It's 50% off right now on AP USA
my haul for this month AKA "can you tell my wardrobe does not have a consistent theme"
>>9122408
Boots?
>>9122408
Crown review when it arrives please
Found some cheap stuff on y! japan auctions this month!
The Fairy Topialium JSK was super cheap, got it for 4,333 yen.
The Angelic Pretty bag was an absolute steal at 100 yen. It's pretty well-used but shit, it was less than a dollar so I can't really complain.
>>9122408
source on the crown? please and thanks!
>>9122703
sure, although IDK if they'll fit you anon - I got them from torrid because they will fit my fattychan calves. otherwise they're right in the 'boots' section of shoes.
>>9123058
sure! that specific crown or any of her crowns? I've bought one previously and I really liked it - obviously for $45 you're not going to get the queen's crown, but for that price I think you get a very nice piece. the metal is thin and lightweight but has enough weight to it that it doesn't feel cheap. dunno what kind of metal exactly it's made out of but they feel like pretty nice quality as well - not like a cheap tiara from claires where the metal starts tarnishing after the first wear. you can bobby pin them to your head but I find they sit on top of my head just fine without moving around like its gonna fall off.
>>9123515
it's from voodooodolly!
Mostly random weeb stuff because cosplay motivation is -10 atm, but I might buy another pair of the pantyhose for a future cosplay if they're ok.
>>9123512
Those are some steals, anon. Love that dress! Is it in good shape?
>>9123596
This is exactly the kind of info I was hoping for, thanks anon.
>>9124954
We'll have to see when it gets here, but the pictures the seller provided showed it in pretty good condition! No major damage was described, apparently the seller only wore it twice.
Anyone used fromjapan before? I'm going nuts here
Just paid for an order I've been planning for a while, they keep telling me to add my shipping address, which I keep trying to do and then hitting save and it's.... not saving
>>9124589
Sauce on that diamond bag please? I have that bag for my sims and want it irl
>>9125266
Try using a different browser.
> this may be arriving faster than something I ordered two weeks ago
> heavy breathing
>>9125266
Here: http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Diamond-Laser-daughter-bag-Shoulder-Messenger/32353362419.html?
Sidenote but I actually got seemingly legit tracking for it, which I didn't really expect at that price.
Order from Wunderwelt, Bunny House and Sweet Dolly House on Etsy.
first taobao order, baby is happy
I also have a used pebble on the way from a friend except the incompetent shits in the post services gave it to someone who isn't me, despite it requiring ID and a signature to accept parcels in this country, I'm going to murder the post office people when I go there next
>>9125933
Review the skirt when you get it? It looks nice but I always love to see taobao up close.
>>9125942
sure, but it'll probably only be late august to early september when I finally get it. they're sending a fairly cute bracelet/ring combo as well though so that's really neat
So many new dresses at one time, and two of them are dream-tier dresses. I've been really fortunate in my hunts, lately.
>>9127488
Name of the Chess Story JSK?
>>9121862
Sauce on light brown wig?
>>9127602
Not sure which you mean by Chess Story, since none of them are from Chess Story. The AP is Chess Emblem, and the mint dress is by Elpress.
https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=529729244143
>>9127488
Top right looks nice.
small listen flavor/wego haul
I have tacky taste and they were on sale
happy birthday to meee
>>9127488
oh man congrats on marine kingdom, I want it so badly. how much did you pay for it, if you don't mind?
>>9129817
Sauce on those pins?
>>9129821
links look like spam so u get broken up tinyurls, sorry
http://
tinyurl.
com/etsywheelpin
http://
tinyurl.
com/etsycatpin
>>9129817
are dreamholic wigs worth the price? also, do you know if they'd fit a 23 in head comfortably?
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brilcrist on deviantart is doing a second run of some of her body pillow covers (I forget which other ones she's doing but check her latest journal out if you're interested!).
>>9129881
I'm not sure since they haven't gotten here yet, probably will next week, but I've only heard good things about them quality wise. unless this thread is dead by the time they get here I will probably post pics / review in here when they do arrive.
>>9125720
that mint chocolate-ly goodness
>tfw just paid $52 in shipping fees
>tfw the items i got weren't even heavy
>>9130173
From where?
>>9129841
No need to apologize! Thank you.
These babies just arrived and I'm already thinking about ordering more socks. Damn I love IW socks.
>>9127813
No need to get upset. The wording in the top corner is incredibly faint and I mistook it to say "chess". It was a mistake and not that big of a deal.
>>9131778
Great taste
>>9121524
I just got it in today. They sold out in the Lavender colorway in store so I picked navy instead. It's very light and airy, a chiffon printed fabric over a sturdy liner. It's not as heavy a liner as luminous sanctuary has, but not as light as what they put under their cotton dresses. The straps have pears on them and are adjustable at the back. It's kind of a busy print imo, there are motifs everywhere. Jewels, shells, a perfume bottle, bows. I love it though. Definitely worth the sale price, but I wouldn't pay full price for it personally.
>>9131842
Oh and the print details are mostly in lavender for this colorway.
Impulse buy, but it's okay. I still like it.
>>9131799
Diffanon but they were being perfectly polite to you. Seems like you are embarrassed and taking it out on her.
>>9119651
Hey anons I need some mail related advice.
Does anyone know how long it takes in general to ship priority from America to Australia? I bought something 2 weeks ago on LM, seller had good feedback. However it still hasnt arrived and the seller hasnt responded with shipping details despite my prompts or even looked at the measges i sent.
I dont want to start thinking scam etc. untill I know the general shipping time has elapsed. Thanks anons.
>>9129817
Happy B'day anon
>>9132217
wait another couple days. It could be stuck in customs.
>>9132247
https://www.etsy.com/listing/452122766/pastel-cat-virtual-pet-enamel-lapel-pin
haven't bought anything in awhile, mostly waiting for my dream dress to show up. but a couple things to tide me over until then...
>>9132227
>>9132247
thanks anons!
also >>9132247 someone else replied with the link before me. it's really cute in person, I love it
>>9129595
anon I love nylon style OTKs like that- I'm over 6ft tall and they're the only OTKs from Japan that fit me - do you know any retailers that sell Lolita-style prints of this kind of sock?
I've owned some by AP and I'll probably never buy regular cotton OTKs again because these are infinitely times better
>>9129678
Sauce?
>>9129817
Nice taste and happy bday
Just ordered $30 worth of free makeup and stickers with my CD Japan points. Yay, looking forward to the Kiss Me Heroine Mascara especially.
bump
It's been a while since I've done an IW sale. I need to chill on buying dresses so I mostly got accessories.
>>9132910
Sauce on the beret?
>>9132958
For the extra percentage off, did it include the sales tax, or was the extra percent taken off first and then they added the sales tax after?
Just a few things. Trying out Larme because it lends itself well to everyday wear. Kind of hard to swallow the prices are similar to lolita items.
Glasses were about $2 on ebay with shipping included so its not a big deal if I end up hating them.
Moon necklace was an impulse buy I'm kind of regretting.. especially with the shitty exchange rate.
>>9133033
The sales tax is calculated afterwards.
>>9125720
Also this now. Minus the barrette.
CC haul. I should have used the money for backpacking gear... but the less in my pack the better.
Though I am a bit nervous on the IW OP since it was kind of an impulse add - did not pay much attention to the grade, it was at a 2. The wait ribbon was missing, but not much more details. I hope that is really all, because that is an easy fix.
>>9133754
of course I drop my pic
>>9132997
https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.3-c.w4002-4799977852.43.VzxlEt&id=40819677065
>>9133799
Thank you anon
Got myself a present from the AP sale for a personal milestone.
This is a question related to not receiving mail.
>join Lip Smackers club (brand of chapstick in US)
>supposed to receive little welcome kit in the mail
>unexpectedly move out of address I gave to them when kit was ordered
>mail forwarding took longer to begin than anticipated
>never receive kit
>email them explaining how I never received it
>they said it was sent to original address
>no tracking number but the person provided the address it was sent to so it wasn't a generic quick response
Is there anything I can do? It's just a little welcome kit so it's not like I paid for it but I was really looking forward to it. Also, because it was free it took 4-6 weeks to ship and I didn't think it would come in until the mail forwarding process began.
>>9133756
That Mary Magdalene cup and saucer is amazing. Great find, anon. I didn't even realize they made stuff like that.
>>9129595
This all arrived today, happy to post photos or reviews if anyone is interested
I can't be assed to collage this on a computer so it's slightly cut off
I can't wait to get all this
I also got some cute stockings and hair ties
This is all I'm waiting for right now, but I'm extremely excited about it!
>>9140539
sauce on the pink gingham dress at the bottom?
>>9140539
Could I get a source on the sweaters and heart overall dress (jumper?)
>>9124589
link to alien tshirt please?
>>9140539
link to the strawberry purse and tights?
>>9141008
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Humans-Aren-t-Real-Women-2015-Clothes-O-neck-Tops-Harajuku-Summer-Style-Punk-Casual/32544881825.html?
>>9140954
>>9140987
>>9141020
>>9141243
Sure thing!
>Strawberry and pineapple sweaters
http://www.storenvy.com/products/16604385-pineapple-and-strawberry-sweater-pa632
>Pink gingham dress
https://otakumode.com/shop/566fb188b621a9f41658ecec/milklim-Gingham-Check-Dress
or
http://oshamagic.ocnk.net/product/667
>Heart overalls dress
http://www.storenvy.com/products/17206065-angel-baby-doll-pink-heart-overall-pa1055
>Strawberry purse
http://www.ebay.com/itm/131884468610
>Rainbow fluffy dress
http://www.storenvy.com/products/15463302-rainbow-ice-cream-velvet-sleeping-dress-pa326
>Stars and moons leggings/tights
http://www.storenvy.com/products/12512625-lolita-moon-and-the-stars-baiyun-printing-pantyhose-leggings
not incredibly cgl, as I don't really have the ability to work on cosplayers/lolitas but I just made a big addition to my airbrush kit
hopefully it gets here before I have a bridal consulation next week oy vey
>>9141347
Hey anon, what's airbrush makeup like? I've considered it for cosplay, but I'm not sure if it's worth the cost
>>9141347
Are you an MUA anon? Also, is this in USD?
Got a used Nikon DSLR with a broken flash on eBay for under $200! It's my first venture into DSLR photography but I was slowly leading up to it. But then they shipped it in a giant box filled with foam peanuts wtf
Arrived today. After three years of looking, dreams do come true.
>>9142345
That's also my dream dress, congrats anon!
>>9142364
Thank you! It's absolutely stunning. I've never felt this beautiful in any other dress. Worth every minute of hunting!
>>9129819
I ended up paying $220 after every was said and done. But, it was a very unusual price. It generally goes for almost $70-$100 more than that. I think I just lucked out and acted quickly, because I've been watching the market price for Marine Kingdom routinely. Good luck!
>>9134496
No. Move on
Been wanting that blue top or some years now and finally found it being sold 2nd hand in a size that isn't small.
And just joined Poshmark, so testing the waters and bought those two blazers.
>>9142523
Was trying to save up money, then caved and bought more stuff.
These new AP tights remind me so much of the Romantic Angel ones that I've been wanting so much in white. So couldn't pass on getting these in white.
Small Aliexpress order, not completely /cgl/ related. Super excited about the sweatshirt, it's gonna be cozy for fall.
>>9143901
the hoodie is amazing, but unflattering if you don't pair it well! I got it in grey.
>>9143914
Good to know! If you don't mind me asking, what size did you get it in and how does it fit? I'm 5'9 and 130 and worried that the large will be too big.
>>9141416
Airbrush makeup is pretty comfy, feels like nothing if an appropriate amount is applied. Feels like cool vapor going onto your skin and dries relatively quickly. It's unforgiving in fixing mistakes however, because you can't just blend something out with a brush, and at times even applying makeup on top of the airbrush work can ruin it.
Even with majority airbrush applications, I do a good amount of ground work with traditional makeup, and the overall complexion is completed and enhanced with airbrush.
Needs a lot of monitoring as well, have to keep the gun moving as you apply, can't be too close or too far, have to have the compressor turned to an appropriate setting, have to have the trigger in a reasonable spot, gun has to be thoroughly(like take the entire thing apart) cleaned pretty often to prevent clogs, have to keep track of what products bases are (silicone, alchohol, water--leads to mono-branding) etc.
I like the fact that it's incredibly hygienic as far as client contact goes. Traditional brushes almost never seem 100% clean to me. Airbrush? Clear the gun of pigment, flush it with cleaner and ur gd2go for the next client
It's also pretty awkward to apply it to your own face; have to close your eyes or else the vapors and air turn your eyeballs into waterfalls, streaking your hard work that's already pretty unforgiving in the mistakes department.
The ergonomics are kind of weird for it as well with a regular gun, temptu designed a pod system though and that seems like it would be easier to do, and it has a good enough following for me to respect it but it loses points for not being as easily customizable. Can't just mix and adjust on the go with the pods, they sell empty ones and you can jerry rig the non-empty ones but there really isn't that much space for on the fly customization.
tl;dr: idk airbrush is great but it can be a pain in the dick, wouldn't recommend if you get frustrated easy
>>9141631
yes and yes :)
>>9143927
Hi! I'm so sorry! I can't remember if I got it in M or L, but I went at least one size up (since I wanted it baggy). I'm 5' 5" and 115 lbs. If I remember correctly, it shrunk a fair amount in the wash. If I were you, I'd order the large, especially since you're 5' 9", anon!
>>9144046
second pic gives you a better idea of the length
>>9140018
sauce on hoodie?
>>9144058
here anon!
>http://www.aliexpress.com/item/New-Winter-Loose-Hedging-Hooded-Jacket-Plus-Size-Thick-Velvet-Long-sleeved-Sweatshirt-Korean-Style-Women/32237584886.html
>>9144062
Thank you so much, anon! Enjoy your hoodie :^)
>>9144324
Oh sorry senpai, my bad. Wasn't paying attention.
I had a ridiculous crazy spree and now I must stop. Also yes, I have tacky ass taste for getting the gatsby tiara knockoff, but what's a girl to do when the original is $200k? (still not an excuse, I know. I have no shame.)
Heads up to everyone using Tokyo area based shopping services or waiting on packages from there: expect delays
Is anyone else (particular Northern Europeans) having issues with shipping times from China/Singapore/etc atm? They've gotten much longer in the last few months but idk if that's just bad luck or something else.
>>9137821
Review of the heart bag and medicine/syringe tights?
>>9146960
Finnfag here, an airmail from Hong Kong got here in about a week but things I got from China are still on their way after a month. And these are all phone cases and such.
I managed to snag IW's Pompadour jsk for 7000 yen. I've been looking for this for about 6 months now.
>>9140539
sauce on the pink skirt?
i was looking for a sweet potato sack-like dress and i think dreamy horoscope is exactly what i need >:3
choker is for a friend
tshirts are for my bf and i haha
>>9119673
I'm also still waiting for mine...
Not my preferred colorway but damn am I excited.
>>9151812
If I squint, this blends into the background
>thank you mary magdalene
>>9151923
MM confirmed to be ultimate classic brand.
random thangs
>>9151812
It's a perfect dress. You will not be disappointed.
>>9125720
Can you review bunny house purchases?
>>9129595
sauce on the backpack at the bottom?
>>9151812
WHERE DID YOU FIND THIS? Congrats anon!
>>9151960
Ugh anon I'm so jealous! Congrats!
Have been having really good luck with the secondhand market.
>>9151923
Wallpaper-kei is my desired aesthetic
>>9151812
camouflage lolita
>>9145913
link to those stickers on the right please?
Just stocked up on more accessories for lolita and everyday coords. The rose headband is super tacky but I figure I can modify it.
>>9151923
>>9152060
This is one shade off the fabric my grandparents reading chair. My final form.
>>9151962
I was really set on the lav version but this one gets better the more I look at it + the fabric texture looks AMAZING
>>9152002
Thanks anon! Another gull sold it to me, she remembered my interest in it and offered it to me!
>>9150202
My moulds came in the other day, but the blouse and socks apparently just arrived in my country yesterday.
>>9152260
W2c those putumayo socks?
>>9152327
http://shopinwonderland.com/putumayo-celestial-light-over-the-knee-socks/
Only the white colorway is left though
Just stuff
>>9152260
OT but I have that brooch as a bronze coloured bracelet that I bought from a local "jewelry" store. It's really pretty but I actually thought that damn thing was custom made for that store...
That being said, link please?
>>9152760
I have that same hoodie in the mail, but in pink
Anyways here's my collage, stuff for my Halloween coord. Really looking forward to the distressed petticoat. Also, babby's first brand shoes
>>9147861
Here you go!
http://www.storenvy.com/products/16999677-fluffy-gingham-skirt
Man I am so pumped for the infanta stuff in particular- especially the elk jsk, I ordered the black chiffon blouse on top of it in the pic as well.
The blonde wig is for a cosplay and I'm hoping to make an itabag for my anime husband which might be a challenge since merch of him is close to nonexistent.
>>9152832
My particular listing expired, but here's an identical one on ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1x-Gold-Elk-Milu-Head-Horn-Red-Deer-Hunting-Collar-Neck-Tips-Brooch-Pin-Scottish-/261643236013?hash=item3ceb26f2ad
>>9153016
Thank you anon!
>>9153088
(pink hoodie anon here)
Gladly! The listing it got it from was
http://s.aliexpress.com/UbqU7b6V
Not sure if the other anon got it from the same listing, because I've seen other listings for cheaper but don't offer different sizes
Question: How does one order from Mercari.jp? Do we need a SS?
>>9153322
Yeah, you need an SS- I use Japonica for Mercari.