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What were they thinking?

「What were they thinking?」

I don’t like to hate, but sometimes something in Gal comes along and makes me wonder – WHY?! Of course this happens in every fashion circle, but this blog is dedicated to Gal…so we’ll just stick with that for now ;D

This time round the culprit is ‘MITSUMARU’S HEAVEN and EARTH’, which can be found on 109’s 1st floor. A mixture of sexy and feminine, it boasts top sales. So why then did I find this on EGG’s outlet store:


Yes, that is an upside down skirt. Ok, so it isn’t particularly hideous but really…is that the best they could come up with? It’s no wonder I found it on an outlet store – which can have some great items, but also the kind of stock that makes you think it’s only there because it won’t sell instore or on the official site.

Luckily I haven’t seen this anywhere else, so it’s unlikely it’s a new trend. Here’s hoping it’s just last season’s remnants.

Source; 1

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Deco…

★Deco★
If you’re familiar with Gal then it’s almost impossible to ignore the phenomenon that is デコーデン, more commonly known as just ‘Deco’. Of course Deco is not only limited to Gal. In fact the majority of Japan’s female population (and even a few male’s ;D) love it.
My strangest encounter with Deco was on the Ginza line, in Tokyo. As we stopped at a station, an older woman, who I guessed was in her late fifties boarded the tube with a fully decorated cellphone proudly hanging around her neck. Of course there’s no reason for her not to have one, but it just goes to show how popular Deco has become.
Deco goes so much further than just cellphone’s and camera’s. A great example can be seen on Mitsu’s blog, ‘Universal Doll’. From make-up brushes to…a bike!! The girl certainly has talent, and a whole lot of patience lol
I have Deco’d in the past, always using simple techniques with plain coloured crystals. But now, I have a new cellphone and I am hoping for a little advice from you guys. THIS is my new phone (albeit temporary, until I move to Japan this Summer). It is only slightly bigger than the palm of my hand and I love the sleek black exterior, but I feel like it could do with something more.
So I’m asking for advice, or idea’s.
Let me know what YOU think…
Sources; 1, 2
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Shout-out….

I’d just like to give a shout-out to my favourite blogger of all things Gyaru;
http://universal-doll.com
Congratulations on 200+ followers, I’m sure you will reach 500 in no time.
Here’s to a new blogging year, and I can’t wait to see what you’ll come up with next.
xXx
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Ageha Eye-Type, Make-up Tutorial Quiz….


I am currently having problems with my internet at home, therefore I am stealing my bf’s. This unfortunately means I have no access to the majority of my Gal resources, until I can be bothered to carry my Vaio all the way to his D:

So for now, here is a ‘Eye-Type, Make-up Tutorial Quiz’ as seen in Ageha, and translated by myself.
I translated this around a month ago, and whereas my Japanese is still only competent I enjoyed translating this (if you can correct/adjust my translation, please let me know). Simply follow the questions, and you will end up paired with an ‘eye type’ complete with a make-up tutorial to compliment your eyes perfectly.
Which eye-type/model were you paired with?

http://i45.tinypic.com/2jagisj.jpg

Question 1.
白目の広さは？ The (white)space of your eyes…?
a. 広め外国人風 – In the style of a foreigner – large?
b. せまめで黒目がち – It and the Iris are narrow – Asian style?
Answer A: Go to question 4.
Answer B: Go to question 2.

Question 2.　
二重のくいこみは？　The fold of your eyes…? (double eyelid)
a. 強い – Strong (noticeable)
b. 弱い – Weak (small)
Answer A: Go to question 3.
Answer B: Go to question 5.

Question 3.
目と目の距離は？　The distance (separation) between your eyes…?
a. 離れめ – Separated (far apart)
b. 近め – Close together
Answer A: Go to question 6.
Answer B: You got Chihuahua eyes: http://img189.imageshack.us/i/age2.jpg/

Question 4.
縦or横、どうちに大きい？ The largest length is: vertical or horizontal? (which part of your eye is longest, horizontally across or vertically across?)
a. 横 (horizontal)
b. 縦 (vertical)
Answer A: Go to question 7.
Answer B: Go to question 5.

Question 5.
二重のかたちは？ What shape are the fold of your eyes?
a. 末近型 (close at the end – inner eyelid?)
b. 平行型 (parallel)
Answer A: Go to question 6.
Answer B: Go to question 8.

Question 6.
蒙古ひだ（目頭の切れ込み）はある？ Do you have a non-double eyelid?
a. あり (have)
b. なし (without)
Answer A: You got Rabbit eyes: http://img204.imageshack.us/i/age3u.jpg/
Answer B: You got Bambi eyes: http://img189.imageshack.us/i/age5.jpg/

Question 7.
タレ目 ？ ツリ目？ Eyes that drop downward or upward?
a. タレ目 (drooping eyes, example: http://i47.tinypic.com/oh5zcy.jpg)
b. ツリ目 (slanted upward eyes, example: http://i50.tinypic.com/xl01fq.jpg)
Answer A: Go to question 8.
Answer B: You got Cat eyes: http://img706.imageshack.us/i/age8.jpg/

Question 8.
目とまゆげの距離は？ What is the distance between your eyes and eyebrows?
a. 遠い (far)
b. 近い (close)
Answer A: Go to question 9.
Answer B: You got Mixed race eyes: http://img204.imageshack.us/i/age7.jpg/

Question 9.
白目のハジとハジの高さは？ The line from one side of your eye to the other?
a. 同じくらい (the same)
b. 目尻が高い (one corner is slightly higher)
Answer A: You got Doll eyes: http://img130.imageshack.us/i/age6.jpg/
Answer B: You got Idol eyes: http://img189.imageshack.us/i/age5.jpg/

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Hair colouring….

For my first post, I thought I would talk about something close to the heart of all Gal’s and Girl’s alike…
HAIR. Namely, hair colouring…because I am slightly obsessed, haha.
I don’t know about you guys, but I have been dying my hair since I was around 15, and have been every colour under the sun. Lately I have been giving my hair a bit of a break, as it has taken a beating over the years with all the dying and ironing. But last week I saw a brilliant offer for colouring, so with my student loan in my pocket I made an appointment.

The picture to the right was taken the morning before I had my hair dyed, and the picture to the left is of me in the chair ;D
I wasn’t entirely certain what colour I wanted my hair as I was pretty happy with the colour already. So after some leafing through the latest issue of JELLY, I decided on a light copper brown. This was relatively similar to what I already had before, but a little lighter, with more golden tones.
It took 3 people during consultation and 2hrs 45mins to actually colour and cut my hair. The reason it took so long was because they had to use a separate number on the roots and ends. The final result was lovely, although I wish it had been slightly lighter. Unfortunately I am not happy with the way the flash on my camera is bringing out the colour…it just doesn’t look the same. Therefore I will post pictures later.
Now, onto the Gal aspect of hair colouring.
When Gal first started to gain a Western following, it was widely believed that you HAD TO BE BLONDE, which was partially true but as the style grew so did the options. And of course now we all know that just isn’t the case at all. In fact nowadays you can rock almost any colour you feel like…of course there are boundaries. I don’t think neon really suits anyone ;D lol
During my festive visit to 109 last month I noticed a wide variety of hair colours. From black to brown, red and platinum blonde. My personal favourite at the moment is of course coppery-brown, as rocked by this Gal (on the far right).
I would highly recommend having your hair dyed at a salon, because you just can’t get the same effect doing it yourself. Plus, these people know what they’re doing and will help you consider what colours are best for you (think of skin tone etc.).
If you really feel the need to do it yourself and want a genuine ‘Gal’ colour, then I would suggest something along the lines of Palty – endorsed by all your favourite Gal model’s.
A perfect example of the variety available to Gal’s at the moment can be seen in the following shot, featuring the model’s from JELLY;
Just look at all the gorgeous, vibrant shades. I’m so glad I didn’t see this beforehand because it would have left me with too much choice.
p.s. Please let me know how I did, criticism is highly encouraged XD