Florrie for Nina Ricci
Originally created to advertise one of Nina Ricci's perfumes (I really like it too, and the bottle is so snow white-y), this song is so joyful it makes you want to pop on one of that gorgeous pair of pink heels and go hopping around in your lolita best. The atmosphere is also perfect for lolita, full of pink grass and lace and curly hair, and sweet singing. The artist herself is interesting enough, being unsigned and independent, working for herself and her fans. See more about her here.
Kanon Wakeshima - Ennui Kibun
Emblematic Kanon Wakeshima, one of the leading lolita artists, can not be absent from any lolita's playlist. Infused with music box-like and bubbly cute melodies, her songs really catch the essence of lolita, being both sweet and classic. And aren't the cover pictures so beautiful? Also check out Kuroi Torikago and Lolitawork Libretto, a duo with singer Solita. I will devote a whole article to Kanon Wakeshima, so I won't go any further, but she is definitely worth checking out if you don't know her already!
Kaya - Chocolat
The none too serious cross-dressing Kaya has an EGL wardrobe to die for! And he's such fun to watch and listen to! Nothing more to say really, I love just his songs. Some might be more gothic-oriented, but Chocolat has sweeter tones and a his trademark choreographies.
Orange Caramel - A~ing
In the world of K-pop, Orange Caramel are on the cuter side - or at least, used to be. Their first two singles, A~ing and Magic Girl are filled with the cute imagery of fairy tales and ruffles and pastel dresses, the songs being catchy and lively - though some would frown at the shortness of those skirts! Their looks are obviously edging towards the sexier side of cute, but they're nice to listen to during an especially happy lolita day.
Kerli - Tea Party
Kerli seems to be inspired by lolita, and definitely by Alice in Wonderland (she featured on the soundtrack of the Tim Burton movie). The music might not be along the same lines of the cuter songs from above but the video is definitely inspirational! I love the dolls too! I like the over-the-top feel about it, luxurious and decadent. Her concept of Bubble Goths is also very tempting to emulate! Watch Army of Love to check it out. Walking on Air, on the other hand, is more on the creepy, gothic side, full of dolls once more.
Natsuko Aso - More more lovers
For a sugar rush of kawaii-ness!
Mindy Gledhill - Circus Girl
Circus is so often a theme in lolita coordinates and prints that this sweet song about it had to crop up. You can just picture a world full of glitter and dancing bears, and spinning ballerina. I'm also in love with her voice and the folksy sounding music.
Pogo - Alice
A friend made me discover this absolutely original artist, whose songs are entirely made from sounds extracted from movies. The concept is rivalled in originality only by its result, an entrancing repetition which actually creates good music. Pogo has applied the same concept to other movies such as Mary Poppins and Up, but Alice was most appropriate for this playlist.
Kokusyoku Sumire - Beautiful Violet Forvever
Second on the list of lolita-specific singers, this duo is incredibly creative. They sound like no one else, Sachi's violin and Yuki's voice dominating the scene. Their style is also original, drawing from theatre and circus mainly, but also sometimes looking more historical. They step across the lolita borders for a stunning result. Sometimes their atsmosphere is darker and more classical, but always has that characteristic touch of shrillness that is their trademark. I'll also write more in depth about them later, so no worries!
I have loads more to share with you, but I'll leave at that for now and save some for later.
And here's for a Halloween treat: Jack, (kawaii) king of the pumpkin patch! He disappeared a few days after I carved him and I only have a few pictures left, thanks to a friend taking them.
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