The life of a lolita might seem like one of leisure and ease. And although their days might not seem taxing or intellectually challenging to the uninitiated, if you scratch below the surface you can get some pretty (and) deep thoughts. Our resident loli sets out to disprove the notion that most lolis dream all day of lace and bon bons by fielding readers’ questions on the subject of lolis, weight loss and kung fu.
Reader: A lot of the prints I see online at the fashion houses are kinda ugly; what kinda fabric print/patterns should I use if I wanna make my own dresses?
Codi: Anything you want to! I recommend any kind of 100% cotton prints, or cotton twill. (NOT Broadcloth, it hangs horribly for lolita projects.) Usually, I advise to go with what’s in season. Sailor prints and pink floral prints would not work for winter styles, for example. Gobelin print, while expensive, usually carries incredibly luscious prints, which I recommend, especially for winter!
Reader: I ate far too many cookies this Christmas and feel really bad about it.
How can I retain my figure without starving myself?
Codi: While I only wish to fill my body with sweet things, I am also reminded that Metamorphose will be having their annual Winter Sale a few days after Christmas. Therefore, I use moderation! However, since you’ve unfortunately already have done the deed, I recommend frolics in the
park, and although it pains me to say this, tea… but with no lumps of sugar.
Reader: My girlfriend wants to practice martial arts but I’m scared she’ll hurt herself or someone else (mostly me). What can I do to support her without letting my true feelings get in the way?
Codi: Learning a martial art is completely un-lolita, but in these rough times (may the Queen save us all!), even I have had to learn the art of Parasol Kung-Fu. Being a gentleman and supporting your beloved is
the best you can do! I do not think that she would intentionally hurt you, but accidents do happen. (I speak with experience from all of my shoes!) Perhaps then, the two of you could stroll the streets without fear of anyone bothering your elegant time together.
If you have any questions for Codi concerning lolitas or life at large, please send em’ our way by emailing Codi or leaving a comment!
nice post!
Thank you very much! I appreciate it whole-heartedly
Oh no! I was planning to join Aikido this year…
@Lo, you should totally join Aikido, but make sure you dress extra frilly after each practice! ~^b (*note, make sure not to tear your petticoats when you practice your ukemi!)