Baby The Stars Shine Bright 2012 Fashion Contest
I have to say, this year’s Baby The Stars Shine Bright lolita fashion contest picked up right where it left off last year. Seriously, my initial doubt about this year’s contestants quality (just because last year’s were really amazing) was instantly obliterated.
A Samurai Spirit: Rome Kanda
Chatting with Japanese actor and comedian Rome Kanda at J-Pop Summit Festival 2012 was one of those random opportunities that I can’t help feeling truly blessed and humbled. I was passing through in front of New People building trying to get something to eat in...
h. Naoto Presents GRAMM and FRILL Fashion Show
h. Naoto’s fashion show at J-Pop Summit Festival last year remains one of my most favorite fashion shows of all time. On its sophomore year, h. Naoto brought out two of its many brands, GRAMM and FRILL. It’s clear that love and admiration for all things h....
Liz Lisa Fashion Contest at J-Pop Summit 2012
There’s a new Japanese fashion brand in town! Warm welcome to Liz Lisa, a Shibuya fashion brand that made its debut at J-Pop Summit Festival 2012. This increasingly popular fashion brand started small in 1999, but it quickly reinvent itself in 2000 with the...
J-Pop Summit 2011: a Reflection
“I’m sorry for asking such a complicated question, but one does not get this kind of chance very often…” This was uttered by one audience member during Q&A session with Kyoto designer Takeshi Wakabayashi (pictured left) of Sou Sou Lecture...
SF J-Pop Summit Festival 2011 Baby The Stars Shine Bright Competition Review
Thanks to San Francisco’s yearly J-Pop Summit Festival, I have seen several lolita dress competitions over the past few years. But to sit down amongst the crowd, observe the dresses and how each girls come up with their own take of lolita outfit, and cheer on my...Hi, I’m Mira Musank!
I love upcycling textile waste and pre-owned materials into custom apparels and home decor. Based in San Francisco Bay Area. Creative adventurer since 2007. Find me on Instagram!