First off, what is AdoreMe you ask? AdoreMe is a lingerie/sleep wear/active wear website that caters to your fit, age, and personal style. All in which, in my opinion, sounds like a pretty neat way of going about shopping. Especially if you're shopping online. It's like having a personal shopper with you to help you find what's best suited for you based on all the information you input into their survey.
I thought since AdoreMe.Com caters towards lingerie-that I would theme this holiday day wish list as an 'agejo' styled one. For those of you who are coming here for AdoreMe.Com, I should probably explain what agejo fashion is.
Agejo fashion is a Japanese Gyaru fashion substyle that was incredibly popular in the mid-00s up until 2013 so to speak. Agejo focused on wearable lingerie aspects in terms of street wear clothing while being over the top with big hair, heavy make up and glittering nails. Agejo's specific themes were to have short skirts, lots of lace (to the point of lace peeking out from bras in low cut tops), babydoll cuts, and lots of thigh highs and garters. Typically an agejo gal's closet is full of black, white, pink, teal, and purple colorways. Think femininity to the max!
Here is an example of my own personal agejo styles for reference.
(shout out to my good friends both Miguel (top photo) and Katie (bottom photo) for always shooting with me. They give me better outfit of the day pics than I can with my cruddy phone camera and mirror shots ;p)
Before to think, what is this crazy girl into? Who would wear lingerie bits as clothing in public? A little fun fact, I'll have to know that a variety of very well known celebrities have claimed to get some of their staple pieces for their outfits from lingerie shops or the like. It's actually more common than you think! Certain items don't just have to be limited to the bedroom.
With that said, perhaps you're wondering how to get started with agejo or get a couple of agejo-like pieces in your wardrobe-if not add some if you are already into gyaru style agejo fashion like myself. This is the perfect obtainable holiday gift guide without needing to fly over to Japan or use a shopping service to obtain a couple of simple basics. Even if you're not going for my own personal fashion aesthetic-there's something about lingerie that makes a woman feel ladylike. Every time I've purchased intricate sets and pieces, I've always felt super confident about myself even though most of those purchases were going to be under my clothes and not be seen.
Starting off with the shopping process, AdoreMe.Com will give you a survey asking what your age is, your personal style, what you prefer in sleep wear and lingerie, and your sizes. Personally, my style is very eccentric and glamorous so a lot of the pieces recommended to me through AdoreMe were really corset-like/lace detailed pieces that spoke to me.
In terms of sets; this piece literally screamed at me. How cute would this be paired with a couple of my Ma*rs of Golds Infinity brand dresses? I definitely recommend the black and pink colorway for a very authentic look. Especially if you want your bra to peek out ever so slightly. Also, there's something about your undergarments matching that just makes you feel like you have your life together.
https://www.adoreme.com/my-showroom/deidra-bra
Another really useful undergarment I found were these adhesive plunge bra. Sometimes, showing your bra just isn't what you're aiming for-these are quite literally the answer to that. With these types of bras you're able to wear dresses or tops that plunge a lot lower without straps ruining your outfit. This isn't just an item limited to agejo fashion. These are really useful for formal wear. If you have a holiday party to go to and your dress is super stunning? Look into investing into one of these bras for all of your formal occasions. These types of bras are rather special because they stick to your skin in order to help you not have to constantly be pulling your strapless bra up through your top or dress. These are super nifty!
https://www.adoreme.com/silicone-bra/kaipo
Now onto so very fun side pieces that are essential to agejo style fashion. Agejo fashion is absolutely nothing without it's useage of thigh highs. Whether it's thigh high stockings or thigh high boots-agejo fashion is perfect for emphasizing that "golden area" as it's referred to. The golden area being the skin that is shown between the top of your thigh high and the bottom of your skirt. If you're like me with some knobby weird looking knees? Thigh highs are a god send. Not only that but they're extremely sexy. Definitely wear caution for this fashion statement if something that has to be worn with a lot of confidence. Especially since the thigh high stocking trend gets lost in translation State side.
https://www.adoreme.com/legwear-1/hollee
So, maybe you're not a lingerie and thigh high type of girl. That might go also for who you're shopping for as well. There's still something for you on AdoreMe. They have a variety of jewelry on there to choose from which are really sweet stocking stuffers among other items for everyday that can still be super cute and girly.
Personally this jewelry set I found was the set I liked the most because it combines two trendy elements I love. Chokers and the usage of black and gold (which are staples for agejo) fashion. I thought this set was super adorable and even comes with a variety of earring sets that are just enough to draw attention but not distract away from an already put together outfit.
https://www.adoreme.com/bra-accessories/jewelry-set-dixie
Next, we have sleep wear. Because it's holiday break, a lot of people have a lot of spare ime time to see loved ones whether it's friends or family. Personally, I get super self concious when my PJs don't match (yet they always don't).
Personally, I liked this set the most because it reminded me of some super high end sets I saw a couple years ago from a Japanese brand that's taken a less over the top route. The black colorway is not only a way too look slimmer but also a way to keep warm during the wintertime long with having pants and long sleeves!
https://www.adoreme.com/sleepwear-2/matilda
Lastly, this an item I thought was great for those of you who have a New Year's Resolution. A lot of people's promise is to exercise more, be healthier, and lose weight. For some, it's because spring time is right around the corner meaning less clothes will be a huge thing to worry about. For myself, this means convention season. Not only does this mean I'll be wearing over the top gaudy and sexy clothing (and cosplay)-but it means my arms and legs are exposed more. This can make some self concious. Usually after the holiday festivities I kick down the indulgences by a notch or two unless I'm going out. I thought this workout set was super cute (much like the black PJs, these will keep you looking good because black is slenderizing) but it's good for those days for me, personally, when I like to casually run errands or play Pokemon Go without feeling constrained. The netting detail in the arms is super cute and gathered sweat pants happen to be very trendy casual wear in fashion right now. Cute and new things that contribute to your goal is always a good motivator.
https://www.adoreme.com/workout-clothes/siara
Personally, I think AdoreMe.Com is a super nifty way to do your lingerie shopping without the hassle of going into a flagship store and being shy about your purchases. You get to find things that cater to you versus being overwhelmed with the massive variety laid out in a physical store. Ontop of this, AdoreMe.Com is also super affordable in comparison to the variety of other flagship's high end prices. It's very seldom that you find a bra and panty set for under 30.00!
Happy shopping and happy holidays lovelies! Until next time~!
