Tomoyo Daidouji

C.E.O. - Piffle Princess Co. | Fashion Hobbyist | Ask and RP Blog by Flawney

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Spellfire Phoenix by Svetlin Velinov

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Oh, that's beautiful, Fai-san! Were you thinking about getting a tattoo? Or were you posting this hoping I'd get fashion inspiration?

TOO LATE. I ALREADY DO.

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Are there any differences between you and the Tomoyo in Kurogane's Japan? Different hobbies? Beliefs? (Differentkindofwaysto teaseKurogane?

Oh, we're quite similar in many ways! Two peas in a multi-verse pod, you might say. We both love designing clothes and have sent each other notes and even fabrics across space/time. She's given me some rather interesting insights about cultural nuances in her country. It does take quite some time for Fuuma's courier service however, so our conversations are often on a delay.

I find it fascinating how different our worlds are: hers with magic and mine with technology. I have to admit lacking any magical powers does make me feel a bit inadequate, but I do have a PHD in robotics engineering and a BA in Fashion Design (and of course, run a very successful company that provides not only toys but essential technology for daily living to the general populace). Can you imagine if I couldn't show off the video of my darling Sakura-chan racing to adoring spectators? Video and television is a necessity!!

Kurogane is always a pleasure to have in Piffle! Though, Princess Tomoyo has known him since they were children and so they have a special relationship I can't hope to match. All she has to do is imply that he did something cringey as a teenager and he absolutely. loses. it.

It's hysterical.

I usually show him drone footage of him being unintentionally clumsy, cute, caring, etc. (He pretends not to care. We all know he cares). Or lately, I'll show him footage of Fai being handsome. Wind blowing through his hair, closeups of his charming (real) smile. He's very photogenic, you know. And Kurogane gets so flustered! It's great fun.

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And here's the other half of the set. Don't they look lovely together? Something in-between traditionally masculine and feminine wedding clothes for Fai. He's told me he adores long sleeves (but that these were very heavy! (really not a surprise considering how many layers this is!)) The dragons were hand-embroidered. Quite a bit of work, but also a blast to design!

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One of my absolute favorite pages from the design sketchbook and the basis for the stunning ensemble Kurogane wore to his and Fai's wedding ceremony in Nihon:

Truthfully, this was something of a collaboration between Princess Tomoyo and myself. I did the design/pattern work, and she produced the outfits. She could have pulled it off on her own, I am sure (as she is very talented!), but I think she wanted to include me as well, for which I am very grateful! (Oh, how I wish I coukd travel between worlds!)

I had a jewelsmith in Piffle create the phoenix motif from fluorite stone (we can source it here a little more easily than in Nihon). I'm told Fai actually cried when he saw it.

Next time I'm in contact with the shopkeeper, I'm going to have to inquire about getting cameras off world if I can't go myself. I would have liked to have edited a video for them! They're all the rage these days, you know!

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What are the best materials to make wedding clothes?

Oh goodness! There are so many! It honestly depends on the season, the location, and of course, the line of the dress. Silk is always a classic, of course. But it is expensive and if you know any clumsy brides (or grooms!) it doesn't wash well. Or at all. It's dry clean only! Please don't wash silk (unless you very much know what you are doing; I promise you do not)!! I'll cry!!!

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chinese hanfu by 重回汉唐

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summer chinese hanfu by 瞳莞汉服

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What's your favorite new fashion style you've encountered from worlds different from your own? Which is your LEAST favorite, too?

I haven’t really thought about it that much. Whatever’s comfortable or protects me well enough. The clothes from Lecourt felt pretty sturdy and comfortable, fit really well. They weren’t good for armor, though, but I haven’t really worn a lot of armor outside of my own. Yama’s was pretty good.

Okay, the mage is telling me you mean what I like the LOOK of best. I don’t fucking know. Uhh, I saw this couple the other day in all black, they had a lot of piercings, had some sort of netting on their legs. That was pretty cool

The only thing I don’t like is things that people feel like they HAVE to wear to fit in but don’t actually feel comfortable in. Fuck that. Do whatever the hell you want

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@pifflegram Tomoyo-chan!!

How much for a full set of mesh and torn black clothing and piercings in Kuro-sama's size? And do you have eyeliner that isn't too sticky? And how quickly can Fuuma-kun deliver it??

😳😳😳

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OHOHOHOHOHOHO! Kurogane-san likes a goth aesthetic, hmmm? I can work with that 😉

For now, how about I whip up some design sketches! You can tell me if I'm hitting the mark.

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I've got it!

I am Big Kitty, of course 🐈

Kuro-sama is Big Puppy 🐕

Our first Sakura-chan is Little Kitty 🐱

Our first Syaoran-kun is Little Puppy 🐶

Yukito-kun is Big Bunny 🐇

Sakura-chan is Little Bunny 🐰

Touya-kun is Big Wolf 🐺

Syaoran-kun is Little Wolf 🐺

Yuuko-san was Big Fox 🦊

Watanuki-kun is Little Fox 🦊

Amaterasu-chan is Big Bird 🕊️

Tomoyo-chan is Little Bird 🐦

and Mokona is Mokona 💖

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Why am I being compared to Sakura's brother?

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It's the literal translation of your name isn't it? Perhaps Sakura-chan's big brother is being compared to you? 😉

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cant stop thinking about wizard with wizard robe that has a slit up the side 

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Is this a request, Fai-san? I'd bet it would make your grumpy husband a bit flustered to see you in something like this 😏

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You've mentioned that you have several outfits planned for Kurogane and Fai's wedding (especially for Sakura). What themes and type of outfits were you considering?

This is one of those things that is really better to show than tell. Keep an eye out for some fashion design sketch posts in the future (and see if you can find my darling Sakura-chan featured in any of them!❣)

As for theming, I usually go with local fabrics to the region and try to incorporate traditions from the world on which the celebration will take place. Princess Tomoyo and I have had several long chats about Nihon's customs and she has sent me some lovely silks to work with from time to time as well. I usually sneak a motiff on her behalf in somewhere so she can feel included if it's a ceremony elsewhere ❤

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Is that you, Tomoyo-chan? :D

It’s so good to see you! Thank you again for all the upgrades to my husband’s arm ❤️

Really gotta HAND it to ya ;)

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Woah, Tomoyo’s here.

Yeah, thanks for the arm.

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I'm glad you appreciate my hard work! After all, you know how expensive they are to replace 😉

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Do you have a girlfriend? ;)

Wouldn't you like to know? ;)

(Seriously, that's not information you'll hear outside a press release. For security reasons.)

Sorry anon, but you can never be too careful!

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Mokona is Tomoyo's girlfriend!

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Awww, Mokona is so sweet! ❤

Next time you are in the area, I will have tons of tasty treats for you to try 🧁🍨🍰🍮

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Do you have a girlfriend? ;)

Wouldn't you like to know? ;)

(Seriously, that's not information you'll hear outside a press release. For security reasons.)

Sorry anon, but you can never be too careful!

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How's the race preparations for this year coming along?

The Dragonfly Race is as popular as ever! We haven't had an exciting a race since those lively travelers came through (oh, my heronie, Sakura-chan is just the cutest! 😍). But, we have made improvements on safety and of course, fixes to our vetting of competitors. And our prize this year is quite desirable! It's a secret for now though 😉

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Is that you, Tomoyo-chan? :D

It’s so good to see you! Thank you again for all the upgrades to my husband’s arm ❤️

Really gotta HAND it to ya ;)

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Hello, Fai-san! ❤

How is Mr. Grumpy these days? You keeping him out of trouble? I'd absolutely hate to have to plan another ellaborate wedding celebration for the both of you. With multiple outfits for everyone in your party (especially Sakura-chan 🥰). And it's such a hassle to livestream across dimensions you know. I'm very busy!