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Cosplayer Jadzia > Costume of Classic Lolita (Original: Gothic Lolita / EGL / EGA)

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01-24-2010
Series
Original: Gothic Lolita / EGL / EGA
Character
Classic Lolita
Special Variation:
Lavender Plaid Skirt
Year Completed:
2008
Construction Difficulty:
Normal
This was made as a commission for someone else

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About this Costume
Construction Details:
The fabric is 100% linen. I bought it thinking I'd use it to make a loli skirt for myself, but never found that elusive Round Tuit. When my friend asked me about doing a skirt for her she really liked it, so now it lives as it was intended.

In an effort to improve my photography, I looked around at some brand sites and nicked the idea of a coordinating background. I think they turned out pretty good, especially since my "studio" is a corner, two lamps with the shades removed and my comforter tacked to the wall. ^_^;

I'd wanted to put a drawstring in the center back so the skirt could be worn hitched up or down. I've seen that on other loli skirts and kinda liked it, but alas, it did not look as nice as I'd hoped.

I also tried to get the back ruffle to fall like a Victorian "waterfall" drape, but since I didn't think about that when I was cutting, it also didn't work quite as I'd wanted.

One thing that did work are the requested elastic sections in the back waistband. Insurance of comfy fit even after food-tastic holiday parties. The back bow is permanently tied and removable via heat-resistant transparent nylon snaps. I also made a matching headdress as a surprise bonus for her.
Personal Thoughts:
It turned out so well, I had a hard time mailing it off! Too bad the shop I bought the fabric from doesn't have any more. ^_^;
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