modern gyaru problems: scrolling through inspo but feeling stuck

 

Hello...another writing post..

Are you bored of them yet? hehe

This one will be another one relatively short I think..

but mostly vets and those longer into the fashion will relate.

As you all know I am anti-social media...

it is not only a toxic environment but also it blocks progress and creativity.

The struggle with scrolling through inspo and feeling stuck only appears because of the algorithm.

You keep getting shown the same things over and over again.

Here are a few steps to take to get back into track:

1. Read magazines

go on achive.org, or galrevolution, I also try to upload new scans regularly.

Maybe pick a niche (same magazine, same time period).

Analyze what you see, what do you like?

Try to find the same stuff online in shops or in locals.

2. Check out old blogs

You can also try to dig deep into the internet to find old blogs, either by jp gals or by gaijins.

What can you find out? What inspired you?

Do you see patterns? (trends at the same time or what they were talking about)

3. Leave the gyaru zone

Gals are fashionistas, you know who also are? Other fashionistas lmao.

Check out normie fashion magazines or other alt styles.

Do you see stuff you have seen gals wearing too?

Can you combine certain pieces?

Remember gals are either sexy or playful (mostly), not every item works well for gal but in the end it also depends on what you like.

4. Go online shopping and make collages with it

Did you see a cool piece in a shop? perfect, now search for matching pieces.

I like to browse on online shops for hours tbh lmaooo.

It makes me switch vibes sometimes as well.

5. Chat with other fellow gyaru

The other gals might be into different booms atm...you will catch up new topics, new vibes and also new outfit ideas maybe?

Maybe they will mention something you think is interesting.

And this also works via Blogger btw.

You blog about smth, someone reads and comments -> you get into chat naturally.

Me and Ray even ping pong blogged earlier last week haha.

6. Give yourself a challenge

Hiking outfit? Gym clothes? Are there situations where you thought you can't do gal?

why not? Maybe search for an outfit for exactly these moments.

If you get the outfits and keep them in your closet it is a bonus, so next time you want to go on a hike you will look fabulous doing it.

7. Do a makeover

Maybe it is not just your inspo but you yourself.

Same hair since 2 years? Same makeup routine?

Switch it up, use different lashes, different eyeshadow, dye your hair..

If you wear flat shoes every day, try reminding yourself to pick up the heels more often

8. Search other hobbies

What does that have to do with fashion you think? Well because other hobbies also have different vibes and inspo...literally anything that has to do with craft or arts in one way or another can be used as inspo for fashion...yes you heard me right.

That pottery club? Maybe someone used a specific print...are there dresses with that print?

Embroidery or crochet? Flowers and their colors? watching movies (maybe retro movies, old hollywood..)...just a couple suggestions.

Honestly my mind is racing with ideas all the time, it is the lack of money that is my problem HAHA.

I hope you find this helpful.

BONUS

What I like to do sometimes is choose a random picture you have, maybe its from a flower or a painting and go on Shein or AliEx and use the picture search mode..

Sounds ridiculous and I have to admit it doesn't always work well..

but sometimes it suggest you interesting clothes and accessories ngl xD