TOKYO STREET STYLE [SHIBUYA/APRIL]

TOKYO STREET STYLE 1ST AND 2ND WEEK OF APRIL

Shibuya

The cradle of "Shibuya-kei".
The city which reflects the strong trends of the age, Shibuya.

TOKYO STREET STYLE [OMOTESANDO/APRIL]

TOKYO STREET STYLE [2ndweek/4/2009]

TOKYO STREET STYLE [1stweek/4/2009]

Omotesando

-With famous brand name shops sprouting next to the roadside trees; A place with high sense on the edge, Omotesando.

fashion snap [7.3.2009 AND 8.3.2009]

FASHION SNAP~





























credit to : http://www.style-arena.jp/feature/sgc_09ss/index.html

Braided odango hairstyle with kanzashi accessories

Braided odango hairstyle with kanzashi accessories

Let’s try braided odango hairstyle. You can set it up within 30 seconds once you master it.

Tools:
# one rubber band-y hair tie
# some u-pins
# two kanzashi hairpins ( Japanese hair accessories )

1) make a braid at where the odango to be located

2) with one hand hold the braid while other hand guides hair around tightly

3) pin up the odango with 2 or 3 u-pins

4) stick a kanzashi along the backward direction to be set

5) reverse down the kanzashi

6) insert kanzashi all the way through the odango
7) repeat process with other kanzashi

credits to:http://kimono.sighvogue.com/japanese-kanzashi-hairstyle-1.html#extended

all about kimono and yukata

There are styles of Japanese kimono for various occasions, ranging from extremely formal to very casual. The level of formality of women’s kimonos is determined mostly by the pattern and fabric, and also the color. The choice of which type of kimono to wear is laden with symbolism and subtle social messages.

The specific choice relates to the woman’s age and marital status, and the level of formality of the occasion. In descending order of formality:

Furisode:
furisode literally translates as swinging sleeves - the sleeves of furisode average between 39 and 42 inches in length. Furisode are the most formal kimonos for unmarried women. They have patterns that cover the entire garment, and are usually worn at coming-of-age ceremonies (Seijin Shiki) and by unmarried female relatives of the bride at weddings and wedding receptions.

Kurotomesode:
a black kimono patterned only below the waistline, kurotomesode are the most formal kimonos for married women. They are often worn by the mothers of the bride and groom at a wedding. Kurotomesode usually have five kamon printed on the sleeves, chest and back of the kimonos.

Irotomesode:
a single-color kimono, patterned only below the waistline. Irotomesode are slightly less formal than kurotomesode, and are worn by married women, usually close relatives of the bride and groom at a wedding. An irotomesode may have three or five kamon.

Homongi:
literally translates as visiting wear. Characterized by patterns that flow over the shoulders, seams and sleeves, homongi rank slightly higher than their close relative, the tsukesage. Homongi may be worn by both married and unmarried women; often friends of the bride will wear homongi at weddings and receptions. They may also be worn to formal parties, such as galas.

Iromuji:
single-colored kimonos that may be worn by married and unmarried women. They are mainly worn to tea ceremonies. The dyed silk may be figured (rinzu, similar to jacquard), but has no differently colored patterns.

Komon:
fine pattern in English. Kimonos with a small, repeated pattern throughout the garment. Somewhat casual: may be worn around town, or dressed up with a nice obi for a restaurant. Both married and unmarried women may wear komon.

credits to :

http://kimono.sighvogue.com/japanese-kimono-styles.html

Attractions in Tokyo

Attractions in Tokyo

Tokyo Shopping and District Areas Shibuya Popular district among Tokyo's youth. Shinjuku District around Japan's busiest train station. Asakusa Atmosphere of old Tokyo. Harajuku Center for teen fashion and cosplay Odaiba Futuristic architecture. Akihabara District for electronic / computers and otaku goods. Ginza One of Japan's main shopping districts. Roppongi Tokyo Midtown and Roppongi Hills. Kappabashi Street Shopping street for restaurant operators. Ameyoko Colorful busy market street in Ueno. Ikebukuro Commercial district around a busy train station. Shiodome Newly redeveloped commercial district. Yebisu Garden Place Commercial complex and beer museum. Akasaka Sacas City within Tokyo around TBS headquarter. Nihonbashi Commercial district in Tokyo. Marunouchi Main business district by Tokyo Station.

Tokyo Temples and Shrines

Sensoji Temple Large Buddhist temple in the Asakusa district. Meiji Shrine Dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji. Sengakuji Temple Site where 47 Samurai are buried. Zojoji Temple Buddhist temple by Tokyo Tower. Yasukuni Shrine Dedicated to the deities of Japan's war dead.

Tokyo Gardens, Parks and Nature

Mount Mitake Woodland mountain with shrine. Rikugien Beautiful Japanese landscape garden. Koishikawa Korakuen Landscape garden by Tokyo Dome. Takaosan Temple mountain close to central Tokyo. Imperial East Gardens Park on the old grounds of Edo Castle. Ueno Park City park with museums and a zoo. Hama Rikyu Landscape garden by Shiodome. Institute for Nature Study Peaceful nature reserve in the middle of Tokyo. Todoroki Valley Wooded valley with temple. Kyu Shiba Rikyu Japanese landscape garden. Shinjuku Gyoen Large city park in Shinjuku. Yoyogi Park Large city park in Shibuya. Kiyosumi Garden Japanese landscape garden. Kasai Rinkai Koen Spacious park at the shores of Tokyo Bay.

Other Attractions in Tokyo

Tsukiji Fish Market Japan's largest and busiest fish market. Tokyo Imperial Palace Residence of the Imperial Family. Ghibli Museum Museum of the Ghibli anime film studio. Tsukishima Man made island known for monjayaki. Tokyo Tower World's tallest self-supporting steel tower. Ryogoku Center of the sumo wrestling world. Tokyo Dome City Entertainment district by Tokyo Dome. NHK Studiopark Japan's public television network.

Tokyo Events

Tokyo Motor Show Large biennial auto show. Tokyo Marathon Annual large scale marathon. Tokyo Game Show Trade show of the computer games industry.

Excursions from Tokyo

Nikko Site of Nikko Toshogu - Ieyasu's mausoleum. Kamakura Small city of historic treasures. Kusatsu Onsen Best hot spring resort in Japan. Hakone National park with views of the Mount Fuji. Izu Peninsula Hot springs and fantastic natural scenery. Fuji Five Lakes Resort at the base of Mount Fuji. Yokohama Japan's second largest city. Naritasan Temple Very popular temple, not to far from Narita Airport. Kawagoe Old castle town known as the Little Edo. Ikaho Onsen Hot spring resort that is most famous for its stone stairs

HARAJUKU LOOK by Shu Uemura

-Shu Uemura-

THE HARAJUKU LOOK

Harajuku (原宿 “meadow lodging”) is the common name for an area in Tokyo, Japan that is known internationally for its youth, style, and fashion. Harajuku street style is promoted in Japanese and international publications such as Kera, Tune, Gothic & Lolita Bible and Fruits.

In The Makeup LOVES this look right now. So, here is how to get it:

CHEEKS: Use a creamy pink lipstick as a base. Blend it over a large area on the cheek and then “set” the lipstick by gently dusting on blush. Then, layer the blush with a sweeping motion until desired pigment is achieved. TryShu Uemura Rouge Unlimited lipstick in Soft Rose Shimmer topped with Shu Uemura blush in Pink 30.

LIPS: Rouge Unlimited Crystal Shine in PK 301S, Gloss Unlimited in BG 930N

EYE MAKEUP: A beige matte shadow and a black eyeliner. Try Shu Uemura Pressed Eye Shadow in M Beige 800 and Drawing Pencil in Black

EYELASHES: First, curl them. Then mascara them in a basic black. Then, put on some Shu Uemura Soft Cross Lashes for a real Harajuku look.