How I Pack & Clean My Lolita Fashion

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00:00 - 00:34 Introduction
00:35 - 02:39 Birch Sponsor
02:40 - 05:11 Planning Coordinates
05:12 - 06:02 How to fold dresses
06:03 - 08:44 Utilize Storage Bags
08:45 - 12:02 Tips & Tricks
12:03 - 14:01 Washing Lolita Dresses
14:02 - 14:33 Outro
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@LovelyLor Жыл бұрын

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@patriciaangelapainter8278 Жыл бұрын

Hey girl! Try the brand beth you may likey...on my goth parts really...

@patriciaangelapainter8278 Жыл бұрын

Easy now.

@kathyjohnson2043 Жыл бұрын

Glad you got the sponsorship and the mattress but I spit out my tea when you said that they were made of wool so they are hypoallergenic...I'm allergic to wool.

@MistressCatgirl Жыл бұрын

You can purchase mesh laundry bags to add a layer of protection. They come in a variety of sizes. This is how I was my sheer tops in my washer.

@zvilemon Жыл бұрын

Tip for necklaces: Thread your necklace chair through a straw then clasp it with the straw on the chain to prevent tangling.

@unknownunknown-un9xw Жыл бұрын

I didn't think of this, thanks for the tip!

@lanceolson5988 Жыл бұрын

The importance of a SIDE loading washer shouldn't be underestimated. A top loading one will mess up anything that is attached to a JSK or blouse, especially any chains or long ribbons.

@LovelyLor Жыл бұрын

Oh gosh I think it’s important to always remove chains or any detachable ribbons / anything you can remove and wash separately. Especially chains cause it could damage your washer 🙈 and they don’t really need to be washed. I think if you cant remove chains you should hand wash the garment. There are washing machine bags you can put smaller detachable fabric pieces in. I can’t exactly afford a new washing machine so I will stick with my top loader but will consider this in the future whenever I’m able to upgrade

@diva.t.williams Жыл бұрын

My apartment building has side loaders that I've never used because I didn't know the difference. Now I know! Thanks!

@N33k5 Жыл бұрын

Not all top loaders are awful. If it doesn't have a central agitator post it is a lot less violent when washing your clothes. You should always remove what you can though no matter the washer type.

@Purplegoldfish Жыл бұрын

Our top loader doesn't have an agitator in it, so it's super gentle! I never really wash anything detachable other than waist ties either, since they don't really get dirty. I bought one dress with a strong perfume smell once though, so I washed the detachable bows once when I first go it.

@lanceolson5988 Жыл бұрын

I can't believe I'm just now learning that top loaders without agitators exist, lol.

@EmbroideredDoll Жыл бұрын

I'm relieved that I'm not too alone in throwing my dresses in the washing machine and assuming they'll be fine. They always are anyway, and it doesn't matter if prints run a little bit because there's colour catchers.

@bunnsberry3236 Жыл бұрын

I spot clean or home dry clean or hand wash because washing machines no matter how expensive they are wear clothes down

@LadyB_20 Жыл бұрын

For Accessories: I buy the small tackle boxes like the ones with multiple slots and I place them in there so that they are well protectected as luggage can sometimes get tossed around and its a good way to compile everything in one container.

@rosemorris8181 Жыл бұрын

Other observations about colors running: cotton tends to run more than polyester, and red dyes tend to run more than blues- you CAN use something called a color catcher though (it's like a fabric laundry sheet type of thing) to make sure the dyes don't stain the dress! with dresses you're afraid of color runs: wash on cold

@zvilemon Жыл бұрын

For the hanger thing (at least for hotels in the U.S.) you can ask for more hangers, they'll give them to you.

@periwiink Жыл бұрын

OK I am SO relieved you said you used your toploader for your dresses! I think you might be right that the worry over using a washing machine is overblown. I bought some mesh laundry bags to wash my dresses in but again was too nervous because I wasn't sure I had the right detergent lol

@periwiink Жыл бұрын

UPDATE: I washed two AP dresses (in separate loads) in mesh laundry bags in my top loader (with an agitator in it) using cold water, gentle cycle and regular detergent pods and they came out perfect! No running or anything. I hung them up to dry. These were Sugary Carnival and Jelly Candy Toys.

@damnbro_idc Жыл бұрын

I roll up my petticoats really tight so they have the diameter of a CD and I put them into a fabric bag like the cotton candy ones. It doesn't take more space than a pair of tea parties

@greatjob_barbara Жыл бұрын

I watched that whole ad, it was hilarious

@LovelyLor Жыл бұрын

Awww thank you. 🥹

@grrarghh Жыл бұрын

This is entirely off topic, I'm 22 and I've never actually worn lolita tho I did dabble in menhera for a couple years. I'm constantly drawn back to your videos Lor, I've been watching your videos since you we doing sh*t lolitas say. You were my first introduction to any kinda of j-fashion. Over the years I've been so interested by lolita and many other j-fashions qnd the cultures around them. I really attribute this interest to you 🥰 thank you for so many years of beloved watching

@Rakealia Жыл бұрын

For petticoats, I use zip lock roll out vacuum bags, they're super great. ^^ And I do the same on washing my dresses. lol

@SpicyMilk8085 Жыл бұрын

wish this video existed when I was packing for my Disney trip last year lmao you explain things so well

@tamahoshio Жыл бұрын

great video! honestly does help me be less scared to wash my dresses in a machine lol

@fricka4798 Жыл бұрын

your casual clothes are just as nice as your lolita clothes. do you have a list of stores you buy from/recommend?

@TuberoseKisser 9 ай бұрын

I would also say invest in necklaces rollers or roll up bag, it'll really help prevent necklaces from getting tangled.

@CalltoaMentor Жыл бұрын

This might be one of my favorite coords. 🤩 Especially that beret!

@brooke4782 Жыл бұрын

I can't help but notice how cute your nails where in this video 💕

@LovelyLor Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! They’re just press on ones but I really like them! I’m glad you noticed! It validates me wearing them haha 🥰

@talieblu6786 Жыл бұрын

Good timing! I am going on holiday soon, so this is helpful and makes me more confident in my packing.😊

@diva.t.williams Жыл бұрын

I always pack really ott gothic outfits for cons and incorporate lolita accessories (even though the outfits themselves have definitely not been lolita). I have a very lightweight hatbox that I pack my headdresses in. It holds its shape and protects the headdresses while not weighing down the suitcase. The headdresses are very detailed Sweet Mildred pieces with flowers, veils, and one has a real skull on it, so protecting them is really important. I've always padded them with my lace/fishnet gloves, which I just roll together and put in between the headband parts. I also put socks around the inner wall of the hatbox so that the headdresses aren't banging around in there. This video has a lot of really good advice. I've been doing a lot of this with my outfits for years. I can't wait until the next con I go to so I can finally break out a genuine gothic lolita coord for the first time! I'll rewatch right before just to make sure my dresses don't get hurt. Thanks Lor!

@wendyspiesman992 Жыл бұрын

ALWAYS wear comfortable shoes to a convention.

@ruu7626 Жыл бұрын

i wore rocking horse shoes to a convention...it was a nightmare (ノ_＜)

@AnnaWaytray Жыл бұрын

bruh i love the steaming/hangers idea! so smart and super helpful. thanks for sharing!

@PastelGamesUcchu Жыл бұрын

I never thought to use the ccf bags for the accessories and stuff...I usually use like small little makeup bags and put jewelry in the bbandb bags or the moitie ones in the makeup bags. I also make tote bags that I can fit entire coords in and they close up so everything (dress, socks and all accessories) is together per bag with the checklist in it. Then the only things separate are the shoes and if I'm bringing a different purse (like a lolita purse versus just using whatever current ita bag I'm using)

@lilcherryblossom Жыл бұрын

I could have used this for this past weekend, but glad it’s here now for future use ☺️

@kiwi.cannelle Жыл бұрын

The checklists are going to be so useful :O

@reptoJane Жыл бұрын

When traveling by car, I use garment storage bags that have extra pockets. You can get them on Amazon pretty cheaply. This way you can have the dress and blouse in the main area, but there are storage pockets for your shoes, your hair bows, your wrist cuffs, your jewelry, your wig etc-and it’s literally all in one place. Another tip is to bring a collapsible garment rack (the kind sold for when you are having a party or you need extra hanging storage). These can be purchased for about $25 at most big box stores (and even Aldi sometimes!). I’m usually traveling with 2-3 other Lolitas… having more than one location to store clothing and having a 2nd area to get dressed in a hotel room makes life SO much easier.

@kawaiimagicalex5170 Жыл бұрын

thank you for this video ^^

@AinaraPardo0808 Жыл бұрын

A friend's dress just because it got really wet on a rainy day the red dots bleed like crazy. She had to wash it several times but in the end she fixed it so it is possible to fix the dress.

@patriciaangelapainter8278 Жыл бұрын

I need to task again for Chinese/japanese hangers too...and actually i want to try vaccum seal dresses too

@asmrdemonnoises2131 Жыл бұрын

hi lor, would you ever consider doing a vid on maximalism Lolita (having lots of accessories)? idk why but i just love looking at those types of coords

@Rotten_Ralph Жыл бұрын

I’m thinking about the lolita capsule wardrobe for travel would be nice. Repeat main pieces or something. I don’t have enough pieces to do anything else

@mewmedic Жыл бұрын

Wow in didnt know you can fold polyester dresses like that. I always fold them like you do cotton dresses.

@donotperceiveme6198 Жыл бұрын

wore lolita to a rock concert where we had to camp. it was rough. I pack my coords in garment bags. keeps them from getting dirty. hoopskirt is nice if you want people to only be able to get so close to you down in the front, I prefer a petticoat so I can squeeze past people.

@sparksparkle Жыл бұрын

My dream is to wear egl at a rock concert, W

@96PLAID Жыл бұрын

Any tips if you use a communal laundromat or should I just use a friend or family's laundry machine.

@Und3ad_Z0mbie Жыл бұрын

For petticoats I would just say bring one that fits all skirts and wear it that day.

@jordang7479 Жыл бұрын

Okay because of the way KZfaq starts playing videos without sound if you hover over them. When I actually started the video it sounded like you began the video with "I AM a Master of lolita packing by any means !"

@LovelyLor Жыл бұрын

HAHAHA oooh KZfaq

@RegstarRogstar Жыл бұрын

how do you clean petticoats?

@skeetulrich6988 Жыл бұрын

Hey Lor, i think it might be interesting for you to revisit lolita on amazon. It seems like amazon has quadrupled it’s listings for what’s advertised as accurate lolita pieces, and im wondering what you think of these listings. Im sure a lot of them are replicas, if not all of them, but it seems like amazon has caught on to what lolita is supposed to look like.

@pawtcha Жыл бұрын

Cowlita is back haha

@entityvoid Жыл бұрын

hii!

@LovelyLor Жыл бұрын

Eyoooo

@brittany16950 22 күн бұрын

😳 I have a top loader with an agitator…

@princessdespair9003 Жыл бұрын

hello

@LovelyLor Жыл бұрын

*Kenobi voice* hell there

@Catsforsomereason Жыл бұрын

Hi!

@LovelyLor Жыл бұрын

Hi hi

@Catsforsomereason Жыл бұрын

@@LovelyLor omg yay you replied

@bunnsberry3236 Жыл бұрын

You’ve had real Rockinghorse Shoes break ? Or body line rocking horse shoes? I’d be really sad if real ones broke

@ashleybowles7732 Жыл бұрын

I have a dress that can not get wet.

@BCSchmerker Жыл бұрын

+lovelylor *Thanks for packing pointers that will serve me well, especially with a future wife.* I cannot anticipate dress requirements for _every_ Kawaii Con, but BusPro is SOP for General Assembly for the OMS (viz., Oriental Missionary Society) Holiness Church of North America.

@princesspuddin Жыл бұрын

this is actually really helpful, especially since I do want to go to RVR when it happens again! (and cry at the long 5 hour flight from New Jersey) I am literally the worst at packing my own stuff, even in a tiny backpack since many airliners are nerfing carry-on sizes as of late so its like I have to get a bigger bag to check in whether I like it or not 🥲