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Jan 14 2012, 10:43 pm - by CrystalDreamer5


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I want to do a dolly kei cordinate sometime this winter or spring (most likely in the spring since I'll have more money then). I want it to be mostly white. So I'm wondering what kind of clothes should I buy. As I mentioned before I'm nervous about online shopping because I can't try the clothes before I buy them. There's a forever 21 near where I live which I think might have some good clothes for a dolly kei look but I'm unsure which clothes to get as I'm not the best at cordinating. What would be some good suggestions. Also I'm unsure of makeup. What would be a good makeup look to go with dolly kei.

Jan 15 2012, 5:39 am - Replied by: Zeruda


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you should check out the dolly kei photo thread for inspiration. I doubt you'd be able to find anything cultural inflenced in a regular store like forever 21, try search in thrift stores for more unique pieces :)

Zeruda
Jan 16 2012, 10:48 pm - Replied by: ameliecafe


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I just posted this photo to the Dolly Kei outfit thread:

http://tokyo-fashion.tumblr.com/post/8257611918/dolly-kei-girls-in-tokyo-wearing-all-white-outfits


I know you said that you don't like online shopping, but honestly that's going to be your best bet for finding Dolly Kei pieces. If you are worried about sizing, just ask someone to help you take your measurements. Most vintage sellers will only give your the chest, waist, hip and length measurement, and that's all you really need to know. 


Here's a tutorial on how to measure yourself, although it's more detailed than you probably need: http://www.burdastyle.com/techniques/how-to-measure-yourself


The reason why I stress the value of knowing your measurements and being willing to shop online is because of things like this:


http://www.etsy.com/search/vintage?search_submit=&q=white+prairie+dress&view_type=g allery&ship_to=US


As you can see, there is tons of choice and variety available. You can easily use most of those dresses in a beautiful dolly kei coord. 


You could always try searching in your local thrift/vintage stores, but it will take you longer to find something and be more hit&miss. 


Good luck!


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Jan 19 2012, 6:30 pm - Replied by: CrystalDreamer5


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I measured my bust and it's 39 inches all around

and I measured my waist and it's 35 inches around

and I'm 4 feet 11 inches tall

where can I find a good dolly kei dress that size.

Jan 19 2012, 7:16 pm - Replied by: galaxygirllove


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One thing I can recommend is buying from shops that make oversized tops. They can still look flattering, assuming you wear them correctly, and oversized shirts are a very prevalent trend in Japan.

http://maniaq.ocnk.net/product-list/9

http://www.rakuten.co.jp/galaxxxy/

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Jan 23 2012, 7:52 pm - Replied by: TeeterDance


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Charity shops are where I buy all my DK stuff from. 

Dolly and tea ~♥
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