On Being Your Own Gyaru Inspiration


“What even is gyaru?” I hear people say whenever I tell them about this Japanese fashion. Sometimes I brush it off and say, “it’s just this Japanese fashion” and let them divulge at their own pace (usually they then follow it with “where you look like an anime doll?” which is very frustrating). Other times I hop onto Google for some inspiration to show them what I mean but then realise that I don’t look anything like the first few pictures of Black Diamond that pop up… And when I finally found one, the stranger has lost interest by then so I just put my phone away.

gaijin gyaru lizzie bee

top and skirt: liz lisa from kawaii gyaru shop* (discount code LIZBEE) / bag: primark / accessories: muse, tesco & harry potter merch / boots: liz lisa replica

himekaji gyaru in England

A few years ago this would’ve affected my self esteem and I would think “oh my god I am such a fake gyaru. I am the worst gyaru ever. Maybe I need to tan and change my style so that I can look like those gals that pop up on Google”. But now I don’t care so much. Being gyaru means rocking it in your own kind of way, and that’s what I aim to do!

It can be disheartening, though, especially when you don’t nail all of the stereotypical things that makes you gyaru. Take wearing circle lens for instance – it never used to be a thing but over the years it’s become a ‘necessity’. And having dark hair? It was unheard of back in the day! There are still people who ask “can I be gyaru if…?” but I wanna just stop them right there and say YES (unless you’re not able to do anything remotely gal, say not wear makeup at all, then maybe gal isn’t for you?) Take me as an example: here’s the girl who doesn’t wear circle lens, who has really dark hair, and cannot parapara to save her life. You probably won’t be able to find anyone who’s less gyaru than I am, but I don’t let that bother me anymore. I am comfortable with my style, and I love it.

autumn outfit for himekaji

uk gaijin gyaru, lizzie bee

It’s so important to be your own gyaru inspiration, because the truth is there isn’t going to be a gyaru that’s just like you. Take gyaruo, for instance: it is pretty much dead but my friends Wes and Ethan are absolutely rocking it. They make their own rules and they look AMAZING. If they had let the fact that gyaruo was dead stop them from doing what they love, then the world would’ve missed out.

Another super important thing is to stop focusing on your boundaries and instead focus on the things you can do. You might not any hair skills but you have some badass outfits. You can’t tan but your contour is on-point. You can’t wear circle lens but you have amazing makeup. You get my drift. And, most importantly, never give up. If I gave in and wore circle lens then I wouldn’t be proud that I’m a non-circle lens wearer than I am today. I chose my eyesight and being comfortable than doing something for fashion, and I regret nothing.

Be your own gyaru inspiration!

Love,
Lizzie xx

P.S what would you say to a newbie who had the same problems as you did? What advice would you give?

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8 Comments
  • candyflossoverkill
    April 12, 2019

    You’re loads of people’s gyaru inspiration <3 everyone who reads this blog <3 I love that you're feeling more comfortable in your style, you look amazing~

  • Isobel Thomas
    April 12, 2019

    You so suit the gyaru style girl! Definitely always do it your own way! Those boots are adorable!

    Isobel x

    http://www.fashionistachic14.blogspot.co.uk

  • Emily Tyler
    April 12, 2019

    You are so right. Everyone shoud be what they want to be, and embrace it the way they want too. I wish I had a style to guide me in the way you do. You always look on point!

  • Elodie Joriot
    April 12, 2019

    Original gyaru of the 90.s 2000 didn’t wear circles and used to have dark hair. Sakurina is as cute in blonde as in brunette.,. And the most important… if we choose an alternative fashion to look like ourselves and not to look like everybody it’s not to copy a stereotype ! You are right to feel good in your style! When somebody just copy a style, that looks fake ! ? copying a fashion style sucks, we have to appropriate it to take it ! ?

  • Natalee
    April 12, 2019

    Aww you look so gorgeous sweetpea in your outfit! 😀 Gyaru suits you so much, I’m so jealous. 😛 I used to want to dress in sweet and gothic Lolita when I was younger but meh I could never rock it. xD

    https://theremightbecoffee.wordpress.com

  • Emily Harrison
    April 12, 2019

    Adore this outfit Lizzie, you look amazing here girl! I love your style, it suits you so well xx

  • Mary Lee
    April 12, 2019

    I love your gyaru style! I’m so happy I found you on Twitter!
    I’ve been trying to find my own style and I mostly cling to hime gyaru xo
    Although, I still haven’t been able to afford all the expensive brand clothing, I like to still call myself gyaru :3

    illustrious-mari.blogspot.com

  • Kieli Heart
    April 12, 2019

    Yes! This so much! I don’t have much in terms of hair skills, I don’t wear lenses, I’m still learning makeup but I am doing anything I want. And feeling so gal! Do what makes you happy and enjoy it!