I have always liked Lolita fashion because it is cute and whimsical. For those that do not know, Lolita fashion is a subculture originating in Japan based on Victorian and Edwardian clothing. The Lolita look is one of modesty with a silhouette featuring knee length skirt or dress with either a "cupcake" or "A-line" shape assisted by petticoats, it can also include items such as blouses, knee high socks, or stockings, and headdresses, which are usually elaborate bows. Within the Lolita culture there are several types of subcultures ranging from classic, sweet, and gothic; however, the photoshoots do not appear to have the same range of looks. A typical Lolita shoot usually has a garden, tea party, or fairytale theme. I wanted to do something different, so I did Lolita in a playground, to capture the fun and sweet side of the Lolita culture. I was happy to work on this shoot with the lovely cosplayer Nerdenheim Jen , who is a lovely and fun person to work wi...
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