New Arrivals: Clothing!

Hello darlings!

I FINALLY got some clothing up in the shop! 

It's finally starting to warm up, so crop tops are back! 

Yay!!!

There will be many, many more as I continue to loot thrift shops in the Phoenix Metro area. 

Here are details for the first four. As always, click the pic to see the Etsy listing.

Size Adult Medium, $14.99 USD. 

Size XL, $15.99 USD.

Size Medium. $9.99 USD.

Size XL. $10.99 USD.

As always...stay fabulous!
-Vik

J-Fashion on a Budget: Thrifting and Fairy Kei

Hello Darlings!

Seems like every time I try to resurrect this blog real life crap happens. But that's another update for another time. 

Anywho...

This is a topic I've wanted to write about for a long time, as Candy Graffiti does so much upcycled clothing, and roughly 90% of my wardrobe is from one of the many awesome Goodwill shops in Phoenix. xD 

Let's face it: Fairy Kei clothing can be expensive, especially if you're buying from well-knowndesigners like 6% DOKIDOKI or Nile Perch, and if you're buying directly from their websites shipping and currency exchange can take an even bigger bite out of your wallet. o.O

This is, thankfully, a topic that's been tackled by quite a few YouTubers and bloggers so I wanted to share my findings here. :3 

MinaMinaKawaii shares her favorite thrifted Fairy Kei pieces, where she got them and tips for finding Fairy Kei clothes in unexpected places. 

LawlFactory did a video some time ago about thrifting. I like it because she takes her viewers through the thrift store in a 'follow me around' format, and as she finds pieces she explains how to apply them to your wardrobe, accessorize them, or alter them to fit.

If you can't get to physical stores, online thrifting is a great option! I found this awesome video by kakkoi hana, in which she gives a basic tutorial on how to thrift online using sites like eBay and Etsy.

Last but not least... Minty Fresh Fashion recently made a video on her dollar store Fairy Kei haul! The most expensive item she got was only $2. :3 She will be making a thrift haul video soon, and I can't wait to see it!  Alright, guys! How many of use hit the thirft stores to find kawaii clothes/accessories? What shops do you like and why, and what are some of your favorite thrifted pieces? Let us know in the comments and as always, stay fabulous! 
-Vik 

RinRinDoll x Gasaxxxy Japan Collab!

Hello darlings!

Fan Fest and Kikori Con writeups are coming soon, I swear. xD

My day job is super busy right now due to the holiday rush, and then the Candy Graffiti holiday rush!

I do want to take a moment and thank everyone who came out to see us at Fan Fest! Didn't get very many cosplay photos(two, in fact :P), but it was a blast, and I met awesome people, got to attend Denise Crosby's panel (squeeeee!) and I learned a ton! 

On to the subject for today...

RinRin Doll did a collaboration with Galaxxxy Japan! 

It's called NEO LOLITA and it's her first collection, and I LOVE IT! It's a small collection, and they've described it as 'casual street lolita.' 

Always a fan of contrasts, my favorite thing about the collection is the black/pink/lavender color scheme. 

There are four items in the collection: Two sweatshirts, a dress, and some buttons. 

Small, yes, but it's a good start and I can't wait to see what she does next!

Tokyo Fashion covered the photo shoot:

Galaxxxy has the collection on sale here.

As always...stay fabulous! <3
-Vik 

Halloween 2015, Part II!

There's still time to get your Halloween orders in if you live in the continental US!

If you order by Monday and choose our Priority shipping upgrade you can still get your order by Halloween! 

Here's part two of our collection for the year! 

$19.99 USD. Features vintage rhinestones. Only one in stock! Etsy listing here.

Necklace with resin flatback and vintage rhinestones! Only one in stock! $19.99 USD plus shipping. Etsy listing here. 

Star rings crafted from resin hand-poured by The Mint Beadery! $5.99 USD.Only one of each in stock! The ghost sprinkles ring(far right) is sold out. Etsy listing here.

Resin Ghost Sprinkle bear hand-poured by The Mint Beadery! We made it into a necklace. :3 Only one in stock! $12.99 USD. Etsy listing here.

Only 3 in stock! $4.99 USD. Ring is adjustable to fit most sizes. Etsy listing here.

Laser cut bat adjustable rings. Both colors in stock! $2.49 USD. Etsy listing here.

These skulls can be customized to make a ring or a necklace! Skulls feature vintage rhinestones. The pink one in the front row is sold out. $14.99 USD. Etsy listing here. 

Halloween Makeup Tutorial: Possessed by Drew Disaster

Hello darlings!

More makeup tutorials are on the way, as is the second half of the Halloween collection. Work is eating up all my spare time right now...o.O

Today's tutorial is by Drew Disaster.

I LOVE this tutorial! A lot of the techniques used in it can be applied to Visual Kei as well, and I like that she uses lower-priced makeup and tells you where to find it, for those of us who can't afford a M.A.C. pallette. ;3

She's going to be posting a lot more videos so don't forget to subscribe to her page! She does a lot of DIY and cosplay videos as well. 
Back to prepping for Kikori con. As always...stay fabulous!
-Vik 

Halloween 2015

Our Halloween 2015 collection is out! 

It's been out for about a week now but I got slammed at my day job so this post is late, I apologize. *bows* 

Anywho, here's the first round of this year's collection! Second round to follow soon. :3

Lady Skeleton Cameo Necklace w/Vintage Rhinestone. $12.99 USD. 2 in stock. Etsy listing here. 

Lady Skeleton Cameo Earrings w/Vintage Rhinestones. $17.99. Only one pair in stock! Etsy listing here.

Black Glitter Bat Adjustable Ring. $2.99 USD. 4 in stock. Etsy listing here. 

Glitter eyeball heart necklace. $12.99 USD. Only one in stock! Etsy listing here.

Sparkle bat heart necklace. $10.99 USD. 2 in stock. Etsy listing here.

Glitter tombstone necklace. $12.99 USD. Only one in stock! Etsy listing here.

Round two up tomorrow! As always...stay fabulous! <3

-Vik 

Gothic Lolita Outfit and Tutorial

Hello darlings!

Kawaii Pateen has been posting tons of awesome tutorials as of late, and with Kikori Con fast approaching I wanted to share what I found with you guys to give you ideas for your cosplays and Jfashion outfits! 

This one was uploaded yesterday, and is a kawaii Gothic Lolita tutorial by Japanese model MOCO. I LOVE this look. It's a great look if you want to go a bit cuter with your look and not quite so edgy. :3 This video is in Japanese, with English subtitles. As with all of their videos, the tutorial is super details and very easy to follow. Before the tutorial MOCO also shows us the outfit she chose and where she got the pieces. 

As always, let us know if you try this tutorial and send pics/video for us to feature!
Other non-tutorial stuff coming soon, I swear. xD 
Stay fabulous and fierce! 
-Vik