How to Dress Harajuku Style?

1. Mix and match different fashion.
In harajuku, mixing different styles and mismatching colors and patterns is encouraged. You can do anything what you want, as long as your outfit is a thoughtful expression of your
individuality.
2. Become familiar with variations of style in the Harajuku district.
- Gothic Lolita, involves wearing gothic, feminine and elegant clothes, to the extent that you look like a living Victorian doll

- Japanese Punk, inspired by the punk movement that began in London in the 70's, magnify rebelliousness with over the top clothes, accessories, make up and piercings

- Cosplay, entails dressing up like your favorite cartoon/anime or computer game character

- Kawaii (literally translating from Japanese to"cute"), place an emphasis on childlike playfulness-anime characters, ruffles, pastel, colors, toys, and so on

- Decora, style favors bright colors, flamboyance and accessories from head to toe. It's almost like Japanese version of "scene". You decorate yourself with plastic toys and jewelery, and it's not uncommon to have so many that you can hear them click together when the person moves
3. Dress in layers.
One of the hallmarks of Harajuku is layering. Sweaters, vests, or jackets over blouses over t-shirts, dresses worn with leggings, and so on.
4. Customize your clothes.
Secondhand clothing and do it yourself style are popular ingrendients in a Harajuku Outfit.
5. Accessorieze.
Add any wild accessories you have, such as belts, earrings, hair clips, jewelery, and handbags.
6. Go wild with your hair and make up.
The Harajuku style doesn't have to stop with your clothes. Creative, even theatrical make up can be a fun addition.
7. Wear whatever looks good to you.
8. Smile and say chiizu!! People in Harajuku are proud of their style, so you should be too.