The History Of Luxury Lolita Fashion: Where It All Started And Where To Order

Lolita Dress is a fashion style that girls and women have loved since the 1970s in Japan. It was initially inspired by the European aristocratic dress of the middle ages. The Lolita style has many sub-styles, especially in terms of clothing, makeup and accessories and there are quite a number of Japanese brands that do Lolita dresses. However, Prada, Chanel, Gucci, Hermes, etc., are famous fashion houses for Lolita.

What is Lolita Fashion Style?

Lolita is a fashion style that was inspired by the fashion styles of the European aristocracy in the middle ages. The name Lolita was first coined in France, based on the title of a novel by Vladimir Nabokov called "Lolita: A girl's nickname." However, Lolita has no relation with Nabokov's plot of the book. The origin of the word "Lolita" seems to be related to the name of a famous baby girl, Lola, in which there is a middle-east gallic sound, "lol." The Lolita style originally evolved from Victoriana, a 16-century dress pattern that was popular in Europe. Therefore Lolita is interpreted as "Victorian style."

Unlike the original dresses that are made of silk and velvet, Lolita dresses are usually made from lace and chiffon. The dress is generally white in color. It has a light and refreshing image. Often the dress style includes a petticoat with lace, bows, ruffles, ribbons, corsets or high-waist skirts, etc. It is trendy among Japanese middle school girls.

The Lolita style, which originated in Japan in the late 1990s, has now spread to a number of countries, including Australia, France, Germany, and Italy. There are also many Lolita shops in these areas now.

The history of Lolita fashion

The origin of Lolita fashion can be traced back to the Victorian style. Both Lolita and Victorian periods are linked with aristocracy and rich people. The fashion originated in the early 1970s in Japan when Japanese platforms, mini-skirts, and eye-catching colors were very popular. Most middle school girls at this time were wearing Lolita dresses as a kind of uniform.

The Lolita dress origin stemmed from "Victorian dress," which was fashionable in France in the 16th century. The Gothic Lolita style, similar to the French aristocracy of the 16th century, started to become popular among Japanese teenagers in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Meanwhile, in Europe and America, there were many other fashion styles similar to Lolita, such as "Gothic Lolita." It originally surfaced in Britain. However, European style Lolita was different from the Japanese style. The emphasis of Gothic Lolita is more on traditional dress style and hairstyle.

Lolita And The European Aristocracy

The 16th century: The French court and the English court dress have been famous as "Victorian dress." For example, Queen Victoria wore a black velvet dress, which was a symbol of her fashion. Black colors such as black or navy blue were also popular in the Victorian era.

The 17th century & 18th century: The white color was very fashionable during the 17th and 18th centuries. Many women in the upper classes dressed in white dresses with long-bodices, petticoats, and high-waist skirts when the weather was warm.

The 19th century: During this time, Victorian fashion influenced Europe. This resulted in a high waist and long skirt, which were supported by a steel corset. The dress had styles such as English, Italian, and French, etc.… A high waistline was popular during this period. The Lolita style is very similar to the Victorian fashion of that time.

How to dress in Lolita fashion?

Most Lolita dresses are made from lace and chiffon. It is usually white in color and has a light and refreshing image. Often the dress style includes a petticoat with lace, bows, ruffles, ribbons, corsets or high-waist skirts, etc. It is trendy among Japanese middle school girls. The following are ways on how to dress in Lolita fashion.

• Wearing Lolita styles: Firstly, people need to choose the right size. If the body type has a lot of curves, people should choose a voluminous skirt that makes them look thinner, but it is not too long or short. Girls with straighter figures should select something that will make their bodies look more balanced and proportional. Usually, wider skirts are recommended for them. The key point is to wear a high waist skirt since it will make the wearer look more attractive and slim.
• Wearing Lolita clothing: Lolita clothes can be worn as a costume. In Lolita fashion, there are many different ways of wearing loli clothing, all suitable for other occasions.
• Footwear Lolita shoes:Lolita shoes are usually decorated with lace, bows, and ribbons, which are all pastel in color. Unlike ordinary shoes, Lolita shoes have high heels. They can be worn when the weather is warm or when going out with friends. In general, Lolita clothing has a light and refreshing image, which is very suitable for young people.

At present, many Lolita fashion magazines have been published in Japan and other parts of the world. These magazines usually look like an art book filled with pictures of different kinds of dresses and shoes. They are also used to teach people how to design their own clothes or choose the right accessories to wear with their clothes.

Where to buy Lolita fashion dresses?

Lolitain.com is one of the leading Lolita fashion websites. They always offer the latest styles and designs which are suitable for everyone. People can order from them easily. These dresses have the latest styles and design sand they come in different sizes as well.

Take a look at these Lolita dresses from their store below:

1. Abyss Series JSK Retro Punk Lolita Sling Dress And Cape Set

Wear this dress if you like wearing extra stylish and classy dresses. It features an excellent Lolita style with a gorgeous and typical lace design, and a chic cape can be used as an accessory. The dress can be worn in the evening when going out with friends or to proms, parties, holidays, events, and other occasions.

2. Plum Red Prom Sleeveless Gothic Victorian Lolita Dress

Another popular Lolita style dress is the Plum Red Prom Sleeveless Gothic Victorian Lolita Dress. A sleeveless dress in an elegant style of Lolita, with a beautiful collar. The dress is designed with black lace in style. The dress is made of cotton, which makes it easy to maintain and simple to wash.

3. Victorian Retro Wine Red Bowknot Gothic Lolita Prom Long Dress

Get the crowd's attention with this dress that has a sexy vintage style. A Victorian retro look is a perfect match for anyone who loves to look fashionable and beautiful. The beautiful Gothic Lolita Dress will take you to your dream prom or party and the dress features a black ribbon at the waist and at the back. It also has eye-catching red lace sleeves that give it a special touch. The dress is made of cotton, which makes it comfortable to wear and easy to maintain.

4.Pink Pure Cotton Princess Bouffancy Cake Skirt

This head-turner Lolita dress is made with pure cotton fabric, a sweet and stylish type. This elegant Lolita dress is of the utmost quality and workmanship. The ruffles at the skirt and sleeves add a touch of charm to this elegant dress.

Lolita fashion is a unique fashion style that combines the charm of the aristocracy with modern designs. From head to toe, people will look like a perfect doll wearing a Lolita dress.Visit Lolitain.com to get more Lolita styles for women