Where I find GAL Clothing in the US
As a person with some pudge its really hard to go on ebay and find gyaru clothing that fits. So here are some websites I shop to find clothes that fit :dļ¾ā§:d.ā½Ėtdļ¾ā§:d.:
If you already know the sort of look you want to put together, and you're a good fit for their size chart Forever 21 is a really good store to find pattern pieces. They have Leopard prints, they had a hibiscus collection a while back, and even have some pop culture collections like their most recent hello kitty and friends collection! Typically they run small on me, I'd go a size up or 2! Also check out their plus sized section!
(The link for the Grey Leopard Holter top because tumblr is stupid and wont let me link it.)
Good for cheap alt pieces, pop culture pieces but also adorable accessories! Lots of their clothing is cheaply made and runs small so i only typically shop here for accessories. If you shop here i say shop 2-3 sizes up (i really feel like im getting choked in their shirts so i do this.) and check out their plus sized section.
Cheap clothes, Its a bit dicey but i think you can find ANYTHING on Shein! Pattern pieces, Statement pieces, I really love just scrolling through and finding cute fits! Be sure to check your size charts! I'd order a size up most times but sometimes thats not possible on here.
(Links for the floral/tropical skirt and leopard print over-shirt. )
I LOVEEE juicy!!! It's great for Ora Ora gals, and just athletic/comfy gals. It's a great, cozy alternative imo. Personally I believe this brand sizes as expected, However i kinda like their tops being a bit snug on me in the chest (ā ā>ā ā½ ā<ā ā) But also they have some mega cute pendants and accessories and some killer perfumes too!
(Link to Juicy Charm Bracelet!)
I have never personally purchased from this shop however they have super cute clothes however their size chart has the same issues that Shein does where each piece is different. However I fit into some of these size charts?? So I could see myself shopping here. They have a lot of what i think would be HimeGyaru and Kogal.
(Link for the cardigan/vest i think would be perfect for kogal! )
Thrift Stores/Ebay/Amazon
I think we put a lot of emphasis on all of these specific looks and while that is important to the aesthetic i think it really makes us undermind base layers, and basic outfits that are enhanced by our statement pieces and patterns as opposed to getting lost in our outfit. I really like buying generic looking clothing and making it flashy with our makeup and statement pieces! Maybe thats not new information but i think a lot of new gals overlook that.
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All in all I know a lot of these are common stores and i've probably not shared anything new as someone who is *also* new to gyaru, but i know how much i get in a huff about not perfectly fitting an aesthetic and i wanna share accessible ways for people (like me) to find stores right under their noses that might be selling the pieces theyre looking for.