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| Elegant Gothic Lolita
Fashion (Gothloli)
by Elizabeth Brodie
The Elegant Gothic Lolita look, often
called simply Gothic Lolita or EGL, started in Japan which still remains
its principle area of practise by far. However, the Gothic Lolita trend
has gradually spread outside of Japan and now has a strong following in
many Western countries although the average age of the practitioners is
perhaps a little older.
The original look usually consists of a
black and white colour scheme often heavily decorated with ribbons and
lace with skirts being short, floaty and voluminous. Knee length
stockings or socks, or even fishnets usually cover the legs. High,
chunky heels on boots and shoes finish off the outfit. The whole
ensemble has a strong 'baby doll' influence to it although a Victorian
gothic theme has crept in to the look more recently.
The fashion started around 1998, quickly
gaining in popularity until it was available in many mainstream Japanese
clothing outlets by 2001. The are several variations of the Gothic
Lolita look each with their own followers. These include the 'Beautiful
Lolitas', 'Classic Lolitas', 'Punk Lolitas' and 'Sweet Lolitas'. The
Gothic Lolita look in the west often combines a combination of these
styles.
The popularity of the look was increased
heavily due to the influence and availability of Moi Meme Moitie and
Atelier Pierrot brands of clothing. Malice Mizer from the band Visual
Kei owns the Moi Meme Moitie brand and is said to have developed the
phrase 'Elegant Gothic Lolita'.
The term 'Lolita' originated in the book
by Vladimir Nabokov in which the central character becomes sexually
obsessed with a young pubescent girl named Lolita. It is said by many to
be one of the most important works of fiction of the 20th century
despite its controversial subject matter. Although some feel that the
Japanese Lolita fashion trends often contain a strong underlying
sexuality many of its practioners feel that they are 'cute' rather than
in any way sexual. This can possibly be attributed to a difference in
cultures between the West and the East.
As stated Gothic Lolita fashion has
spread to the west although it is rarely categorized so tightly as in
Japan, with several other Lolita styles merging into the main theme. A
few years ago it was almost impossible to purchase ELG clothing in the
UK or much of Europe but this has now changed with several companies now
producing a range of Lolita inspired clothing. Online gothic stores such
as Dark Passions Gothic now
stock a fairly wide range of Lolita Gothic based clothing with regular
additions.
For those interested in more information
on this fascinating subject it's well worth visiting http://www.lolitasnap.com
a Japanese site, written in English, that contains 1000's of user
submitted Lolita fashions pictures as well as a forum and some great
links to further reading.
About the Author
Elizabeth Brodie owns and operates Dark
Passions Gothic an online UK shop specialising in goth clothing and
jewellery. They now stock a great range of Gothic
Lolita inspired clothing.
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