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So, I decided that I should kick off my blogging with a Gothic Lolita...thing. Here we go!

How to Be a Gothic Lolita

1. Remember that Gothic Lolita isn't "punk", etc. In other words, it's not chains and spikes. It's more like...black and white victorian outfits. Stick with blouses, petticoats, full skirts, bows, small hats, lace, knee-high socks. That kind of stuff!

2. Invest in a Lolita Bible. In consists of many Lolitas. They are very helpful! If you'd rather not spend 15-20 dollars on a Bible, the internet is nice too!

3. Makeup for Gothic Lolita varies from light to dark smokey eyes, and dark red lips. Stray away from black lips and whiteface.

4. Try dark colors like black, burgundy, purple, and navy. Use black and a contrasting color. e.g.: black and white.

5. It shouldn't be sexy! Followers of Lolita do not consider it to be a sexual style. Even if you are going with Erotic Lolita, you shouldn't show too much cleavage, corsets, or short skirts (above knees).

6. It's always important to have some essentials:

Maryjanes

Collared Black and/or White Puff-sleeved blouse

Full Skirt (or a dress with a full skirt)

Petticoat

Accessories! These include:

Parisol

Small Bag

Small hat (at an angle)

Plushies

Jewelery

Headress (something on your head...)

7. Hair, hair, hair! You can go with bangs (fringe), ringlets, long har, and pigtails.

8. Look as natural as possible!

9. Be confident! You may get weird looks from people, but simply ignore or reply with a smile. Remember, it's hard for someone to be rude to you if you're nice to them!