The people that a family comprised of changes from person to person. My family consists of a colorful arrangement of my mother, father, brother, fiancee, aunts, uncles, cousins, future in-laws and my fiancee's family. It is quite a diverse group of people!

​This post is going to be about my intermediate and extended family's reaction about lolita fashion through the years. This topic was particularly interesting for me to recount since I have liked this beautiful alternate fashion style for over a decade!

There is nothing quite like a piece of clothing that fits you perfectly! Many lolita fashion brands, specifically indie lolita brands, offer a custom tailor fee for their pieces. This option is wonderful for lolitas that desire apparel made to their measurements. As a plus size lolita, many of the articles in my lolita wardrobe have been tailored made for me. I have smaller friends that need to have items made to their measurements as well.

​Here are my three ways to combat custom sizing.

As a lolita, we are always interested in the ability to expand our wardrobe! Whether we are looking to add full dresses, cute accessories or dream items, it is always an exciting prospect! While buying lolita items are a bit of a no-brainier, there are other ways one could gain lolita pieces. Here are my twelve unexpected and surprising ways that I have added lolita pieces to my wardrobe!

Lolita fashion is so much fun, and it is even better when friends and family participate! While I do have lolita fashion friends, I also have friends and family members that express a mild interest in the fashion. Many times the ones I love wish to experience the fashion for themselves. This usually results in a desire for more information about lolita, and a request to borrow lolita apparel. Here are my tips five on how to lend and borrow lolita fashion items!