For months and months my boyfriend and I have been watching a television network called NHK World: World Japan. The network is based on broadcasting Japanese television shows based in Japan to the US. It’s a super fun network and we literally watch it everyday! I’m watching it right now. Because of it we’ve wanted to actually go to Japan and throw ourselves into the culture even if we don’t know the language. 

Last night, after returning from spending a rainy day in Disneyland I stayed up just to watch an episode of Kawaii Japanese Street Style clothing. If none of you have ever heard of this, it’s a fashion style for Japanese teenagers. It’s not just worn by teenagers, also Japanese adults like to incorporate this Harajuku style into their clothing. I’ve known of it for years but have never really payed attention to it until now that I watch NHK. Gwen Stefani was probably one of the first to bring this style to our attention but I never figured what the point is. It’s so fun to watch and even do if you’re daring. 

Last nights episode on Kawaii, they focused on how the teenagers are incorporating animals into their Harajuku style. 

I’ve pretty much focused on the girls as you can tell. Anywho, they incorporate animals into their style. There’s those girls who are hard core over the top and those girls who just add a hint here and there. As you can tell, they’ve even started incorporating Disney into their looks. As far as I know Disneyland is selling these super cute tsum tsum characters that you can stack up. They have them in tiny version up to pillow version at Disneyland.

I’ve wanted to have some for my desks, just haven’t figured when. lol They do sell them in the United States. 

According to articles,  in Disney Japan they’ve even made handbags out of the characters. These unfortunately aren’t sold in the United States. Girls in Japan incorporate these into their Harajuku Style. 

Aren’t they adorable? Any Disney lover would LOVE one. Even this one. FUN!

This is such a fun style to follow and even incorporate in your daily day. Here are some fun American pieces we can all wear and have fun with. Enjoy:

These adorable shoes you can find in Mod Cloth. I’m heading to order my own two pairs. Super cute!

Super cute coin purses in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles, California.

Keep it soft and classy this Spring.

Cheers! Araceli

A classic scene. A classic film, one of my favorite films to be precise. Ed Wood, was one of the big blockbusters in 1994 by Director Tim Burton. Winner of two Oscars. The film is based on film director Ed Wood who was an inspiration to Tim Burton growing up. Ed Wood’s film career never lead to anything great. He was also a cross dresser, something that Tim Burton portrayed in the film.  

I know, you’re all wondering where this blog is headed. Where’s the Fashion Araceli? And how does this even involve fashion? 

Well look, I’m Los Angeles born and raised. You can’t blame me for being inspired by the film industry, I was around it nearly every single day of my life. Hence, I occasionally work in it when I can.

Behold!

A PINK ANGORA SWEATER

Yes, that  is Johnny Depp dressed like a woman. Yes, he is wearing that fabulous Angora sweater. 

What’s Angora you ask? Where does it come from?

Well it’s a natural fiber that comes from this little furry friend:

Isn’t he adorable! You just want to squeeze him! Cutie

Ever since I saw this film I have been in search of a fabulous angora sweater for myself. On such a cloudy, cold and soon to be rainy California day I wish I had one! It’s time to find that perfect Angora sweater for these rainy California days to come. Stay warm my fellow Californians! 

I leave you with Angora sweaters to keep you warm and toasty. XOXOXOX

-Araceli