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<![CDATA[A-to-J Connections - A-to-J Fashion]]>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 08:19:44 -0800Weebly<![CDATA[Harajuku Day LA #81: Gyaru Para Para Party Photo Gallery]]>Wed, 21 Aug 2024 08:20:03 GMThttp://a-to-jconnections.com/a-to-j-fashion/harajuku-day-la-81-gyaru-para-para-party-photo-gallery

Harajuku Day is a free public fashion meet-up that usually is hosted on the third Saturday of the month and A-to-J has been attending many of the events since they began many years ago. The August meet-up, dubbed "Gyaru Para Para Party", took place this past weekend and featured a lot of special events and sponsors to go along with its unique theming! Here is a gallery of some of the people and looks that were present. Check it out and be sure to keep an eye out for more!

Also, if you're interested in Harajuku Day you can check them out via the links below and maybe even make plans on attending the next meet-up!

Harajuku Day Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/harajukudayLA/
Harajuku Day Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/harajukudayla/

All photos by Ivan Aburto.

]]><![CDATA[Harajuku Day LA #80: Decora Day Photo Gallery]]>Tue, 23 Jul 2024 06:28:17 GMThttp://a-to-jconnections.com/a-to-j-fashion/harajuku-day-la-80-decora-day-photo-gallery

Harajuku Day is a free public fashion meet-up that usually is hosted on the third Saturday of the month and A-to-J has been attending many of the events since they began many years ago. Harajuku Day has really taken off in 2024, and with the latest events taking over much of the Little Tokyo Galleria! The July meet-up, dubbed "Decora Day", took place this past weekend and here is a gallery of some of the people and looks that were present. Check it out and be sure to keep an eye out for more!

Also, if you're interested in Harajuku Day you can check them out via the links below and maybe even make plans on attending the next meet-up!

Harajuku Day Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/harajukudayLA/
Harajuku Day Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/harajukudayla/

All photos by Ivan Aburto.

]]><![CDATA[Elegant Fashion Show Photo Gallery (FanimeCon 2024)]]>Sun, 09 Jun 2024 07:00:00 GMThttp://a-to-jconnections.com/a-to-j-fashion/elegant-fashion-show-photo-gallery-fanimecon-2024

FanimeCon always features a plethora of J-Fashion programming, and this year that programming included two separate Fashion Shows. While we were unable to attend the Pop! Show on Saturday, we did attend the Elegant Show on Sunday! Below you'll find a complete gallery from the event, as well as information regarding each of the designers on display.

All photos by Ivan Aburto.

Forest Girl Clothing

Inspired by the mori kei community in Japan, our brand was born from a love of recycled materials and a romanticized vision of spending time in nature. These designs will transport you to a fairytale forest that you’ll never want to leave. Forest Girl Clothing features both one-of-a-kind handmade pieces as well as more affordable designs developed for wider release. Whether you are strolling through the woods or just imagining it, these designs will bring home the wonder and charm of the natural world.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forestgirlclothing/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/forestgirlco
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@atelierheidi

Iris Garden x Haenuli

Half sweet, half spooky, and 100% kawaii, Iris Garden x Haenuli takes everything you know about lolita fashion, and infuses it with care, quality, and love. Accessories, jewelry, and clothing all to help you feel your cutest, most magical self.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irisjera/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haenulishop/

Night Whisper

We want to make Lolita Fashion available to people of all sizes. We offer size-inclusive fashion ranging from S to 7XL.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nightwhisperlolita

A. Gato Designs

A. Gato Designs, a queer-owned j-fashion and alt-fashion brand based in the DC metro area, is dedicated to creating items that prioritize comfort, inclusivity, and expression.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a.gatodesigns
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/agatodesigns/

Romantic Serenade

Indulge in the charm and delight of Romantic Serenade. From intricate details to superior construction, each piece is crafted to be unique and timeless. We prioritize using natural and luxury fabrics in thoughtful and elegant ways. We hope each item we make ends up as a lifetime treasure.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/romantic_serenade
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RomanticSerenade

The Black Ribbon

The Black Ribbon is an SF-based brand that focuses on small batch production both in house, and small local factories. We make dresses inspired by our designer’s favorite eras in fashion and textiles we find in our sourcing process.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theblackribbon/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TBRFashions

Eat Me Ink Me

Eat Me Ink Me is inspired by the elegance of the past eras and alternative influences. Reinventing the eternal battle between style and fashion, Eat Me Ink Me tries to invent stylish clothing from fashions long gone. Using the prints and materials both new and vintage, EMIM tries to tell stories through clothes to make each piece magical, ensuring they’re still unique, long-lasting and comfortable.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eatmeinkme
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eatmeinkme/

Enchanted Dream Couture

Our brand mission is to create quality, timeless elegant lolita fashion clothing and accessories that are size inclusive. Our dresses range from US size 4-24.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enchanteddreamwear/

Belladona

Belladonna began in 2013 when long-time best friends Michelle and Rachel decided to embark on a wild journey to create J-Fashion clothing and accessories for the American market. Over the years Belladonna has grown, and now offers plus-size clothing, a large array of kawaii aesthetic jewelry, press-on nails, and everything from elaborate to staple lolita fashion items.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belladonnalolita
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fashionsbybelladonna

Additional information on the Elegant Fashion Show, such as the names of the models, can be found via the pamphlet above. We look forward to seeing the show return to FanimeCon in 2025!

For More Information:
https://www.fanime.com/

]]><![CDATA[Harajuku Day In Hollywood: "Yes, KAWAII is Art" Collaboration Event Photo Gallery]]>Wed, 15 May 2024 02:57:41 GMThttp://a-to-jconnections.com/a-to-j-fashion/harajuku-day-in-hollywood-yes-kawaii-is-art-collaboration-event-photo-gallery

Harajuku Day LA had the biggest of glow ups recently when it took part in the opening celebration for the “Yes, KAWAII is Art -EXPRESS YOURSELF-" exhibition in Hollywood. A collaboration with Japan House LA, this event featured multiple fashion shows, the usual Harajuku Day LA vendors, and a pop-up booth from Japanese brand 6%DOKIDOKI. 6%DOKIDOKI designer Sebastian Masuda was also a special guest of the event, and we have several galleries to share with you all.

Below you'll find a gallery featuring looks from the "Your Kei Fashion Show" and the Brand Fashion Show. Both events directed and emceed by Rin Castles. We also have a gallery featuring several pictures from throughout the event, as well as photoshoots with individual attendees. Check them all out, and be sure to keep an eye out for more!

Also, if you're interested in Harajuku Day you can check them out via the links below and maybe even make plans on attending the next meet-up!

Harajuku Day Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/harajukudayLA/
Harajuku Day Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/harajukudayla/

All photos by Ivan Aburto.

Your Kei Fashion Show

Brand Fashion Show

Ghost Girl Goods

Creepy Kitty

Pretty Sour

Decora Demon

Holley Tea Time

Miss Alphabet

Event Gallery & Individual Photoshoots

]]><![CDATA[Anime Los Angeles 2024 Fashion Show Gallery]]>Sun, 14 Jan 2024 18:48:18 GMThttp://a-to-jconnections.com/a-to-j-fashion/anime-los-angeles-2024-fashion-show-gallery

Anime Los Angeles returned to the Long Beach Convention Center recently with their Fashion Show taking place on the second day of the convention. This year's show featured six designers were featured this year and the half time show featured a live performance. You can check out our galleries from the show's designers, and also learn more about them. As always, be sure to keep an eye out for more!

VENIA

Founded by Los Angeles based design duo ENI and NIGMA, VENIA was created to bridge the gap between Fantasy and Reality. Drawing inspiration from the spirit of adventure in a dystopian universe, the duo designs in the form of seasonal collections imprinted with deep reflections of nature, society, and postmodern phenomena.

Unconventional silhouettes and traditional craftsmanship are utilized to convey each season’s narrative. The seamless blend of languid asymmetrical shapes and precision tailoring emphasize a masculine and feminine duality; a common thread present throughout their work. Through a unique combination of Fashion, Art, and Multimedia Narrative Storytelling, each collection focuses on sustainable development and progressive design.

VENIA is seen on many artists who share the same vision such as: Korn, Avenged Sevenfold, Tinashe, Tini, Gryffin, Seven Lions, Trippie Red and many more.

For More Information:
https://veniacollection.com/

Analeia

I am Analeia. My clothes seem to turn people into life like dolls. It’s whimsical and fun! Some say it’s like street x Alice in Wonderland. There’s lots of bright colors, corsets, tutus and I draw my own prints! It’s high end, bold, and has a way of making you feel like you’re in another world – a more fun one. 😀

For More Information:
https://www.analeia.com/

Elhoffer Design

At Elhoffer Design, we don’t just make comfortable clothes with pockets, we make pieces you’ll love that we hope will last for years!

We are focused on making our customers feel amazing and powerful in the clothes we make. Almost all our apparel is designed and manufactured in Los Angeles, California to ensure each garment is crafted with the utmost care and caliber. Our few imported goods are knit at a small Chinese factory with just a few knit machines using some of the most luxurious yarns we have never encountered in Los Angeles.

We value a great fit and quality textiles, and we produce apparel in small and often limited runs. Designs are inspired by pop culture and use silhouette, color, texture, and lines to tell the story of the character or fandom while creating comfy and chic fashion. We test fits on a variety of curves and bring in a variety of models in our photoshoots to try and represent as many types of bodies as possible with our limited small business resources.

For More Information:
https://elhofferdesign.com/

RONOVA

RONOVA (rō-nō-vä) focuses on creating cute and feminine looks that are inspired in part by the niche fashion cultures of Japan and Korea. Combining the traditional construction and shapes for a modern world, Ronova continues to push herself to create pieces that are a bit different and fun, but also functional in the real world.

Ronova is delighted to be returning to Anime Los Angeles’ Fashion Show and look forward to meeting you at our booth in the exhibit hall!

For More Information:
https://ronova.fashion/

Miss Alphabet

Miss Alphabet got her start 20 years ago during her fashion studies at a local community college. After discovering alternative and J-fashion LiveJournal communities she took advantage of her fabric store employee discount and started selling her work directly on eBay.

As a plus size gal she’s always kept larger sizes included in her offerings. She had more of a retro and rockabilly edge for the first few years until she discovered fairy kei fashion. 80’s and 90’s themes in pastels and neons now dominate her work. Now her current favorite materials are vintage bedsheets, dollhouse accessories, and deadstock fabrics to create a look like a walking Malibu Dreamhouse or early 90’s bedroom.

Today, Miss Alphabet’s handmade pieces can be found on her website and Etsy shop, and are enjoyed by the Harajuku community, drag queens, and Barbie enthusiasts alike!

For More Information:
https://missalphabet.com/

Natashia

Natashia creates innovative, timeless and artistic collections for the modern man and woman who demand quality and function. She draws inspiration from British heritage, American lifestyle, and Japanese silhouettes & techniques by using custom designs, high-quality materials, and sustainable manufacturing practices. Her designs are worn by celebrities like Lil Nas X and Billie Eilish amongst many others.

Her latest collection Saville Row Samurai, Challenging the traditional Savile Row styling and the ancient Art of the Samurai, brings a twist with a fine sense of colour to push the envelope. Creating contemporary silhouettes featuring custom designed prints combining old styles & techniques mixed with modern iconography anime references. Raising the profile of this new tailoring style with modern day street culture as a comprehensive approach to fashion.

For More Information:
https://natashia.studio/

We can't wait until the next Anime Los Angeles Fashion Show, and we hope to see you all there too!

For More Information:
https://animelosangeles.org/

All Photos by Ivan Aburto.

]]><![CDATA[Harajuku Day LA #73: Winter Festival Photo Gallery]]>Tue, 19 Dec 2023 08:00:00 GMThttp://a-to-jconnections.com/a-to-j-fashion/harajuku-day-la-73-winter-festival-photo-gallery

Harajuku Day is a free public fashion meet-up that usually is hosted on the third Saturday of the month and A-to-J has been attending many of the events since they began many years ago. Harajuku Day has always been an amazing event, but 2023 has been a really strong year that saw it reach new heights. The December meet-up, which was themed for the holidays, took place this past weekend and, as always, here is a gallery of some of the people and looks that were present. Check it out and be sure to keep an eye out for more!

Also, if you're interested in Harajuku Day you can check them out via the links below and maybe even make plans on attending the next meet-up!

Harajuku Day Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/harajukudayLA/
Harajuku Day Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/harajukudayla/

All photos by Ivan Aburto.

]]><![CDATA[Harajuku Day LA #71: Spoopy Edition Photo Gallery]]>Sun, 22 Oct 2023 21:31:04 GMThttp://a-to-jconnections.com/a-to-j-fashion/harajuku-day-la-71-spoopy-edition-photo-gallery

Harajuku Day is a free public fashion meet-up that usually is hosted on the third Saturday of the month and A-to-J has been attending many of the events since they began many years ago. They've been going strong this year and most recent event, the one for October, was a Halloween themed event with the title "Spoopy Edition"! We were on-site and, as always, here is a gallery of some of the people and looks that were present. Check it out and be sure to keep an eye out for more!

Also, if you're interested in Harajuku Day you can check them out via the links below and maybe even make plans on attending the next meet-up!

Harajuku Day Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/harajukudayLA/
Harajuku Day Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/harajukudayla/

All photos by Ivan Aburto.

]]><![CDATA[Harajuku Day LA #70: Invent Your Kei Photo Gallery]]>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 07:00:00 GMThttp://a-to-jconnections.com/a-to-j-fashion/harajuku-day-la-70-invent-your-kei-photo-gallery

Harajuku Day is a free public fashion meet-up that usually is hosted on the third Saturday of the month and A-to-J has been attending many of the events since they began many years ago. They've been going strong this year and most recent event, the one for September, recently took place with the theme of "Invent Your Kei"! We were on-site this past Saturday and, as always, here is a gallery of some of the people and looks that were present. Check it out and be sure to keep an eye out for more!

Also, if you're interested in Harajuku Day you can check them out via the links below and maybe even make plans on attending the next meet-up!

Harajuku Day Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/harajukudayLA/
Harajuku Day Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/harajukudayla/

All photos by Ivan Aburto.

]]><![CDATA[Harajuku Day LA #69: D.I.Y. Day Photo Gallery]]>Tue, 22 Aug 2023 01:26:47 GMThttp://a-to-jconnections.com/a-to-j-fashion/harajuku-day-la-69-diy-day-photo-gallery

Harajuku Day is a free public fashion meet-up that usually is hosted on the third Saturday of the month and A-to-J has been attending many of the events since they began many years ago. They've been going strong this year and most recent event, the one for August, was D.I.Y. themed! We were present this past Saturday and, as always, here is a gallery of some of the people and looks that were present. Check it out and be sure to keep an eye out for more!

Also, if you're interested in Harajuku Day you can check them out via the links below and maybe even make plans on attending the next meet-up!

Harajuku Day Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/harajukudayLA/
Harajuku Day Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/harajukudayla/

All photos by Ivan Aburto.

]]><![CDATA[Dolls & Demons: A Lolita Fashion Tea Party Photo Gallery]]>Mon, 01 May 2023 07:32:31 GMThttp://a-to-jconnections.com/a-to-j-fashion/dolls-demons-a-lolita-fashion-tea-party-photo-gallery

Harajuku Day and Lolita Collective recently held a Loloita Fashion Tea Party with the theme "Dolls & Demons" in Little Toyko's Chado Tea Room. The paid event featured an Afternoon Tea Service, some photo shoots, a giveaway for "Favorite Doll" & "Favorite Demon", and a Fashion Walk that was open to all. Below you can find a gallery of the event courtesy of our photographer, Ivan, for those who wish to see the amazing fashion and looks on display. Check it out and be sure to keep an eye out on similar events in the Little Tokyo area!

Harajuku Day Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/harajukudayLA/
Harajuku Day Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/harajukudayla/
Lolita Collective: https://store.lolitacollective.com/

All photos by Ivan Aburto.

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