Special Post - New Year's Edition! :3

Well, today is the last post and last day of 2011. This year seemed to have zoomed by. I'm glad and I'm not glad that it did. But I must say it did end on a good note :3

My 2011:

I finally got the job of my dreams

I started this blog

I got my own Twitter and Tumblr

Getting all of my sites together for when I open up my online store :3

Lost some weight so I'm closer to my weight goal

Entering 2nd year with my boyfriend

Even though I had to put down my first rabbit, my family got me two babies that I love very much

2011 is the year of the Rabbit (which makes the bunny situation even more awesome! xD )

It's a short list but I am happy that they happened. And I hope 2012 will be "THE YEAR" that I get all of my goals and wishes achieved. And I hope the same goes for everyone as well.

Happy New Year and may everyone have a great year to come.

Cuddles & Kisses till next year~

~ Kieli ~

Free Talk Fridays~

So I don't have those pictures yet of me wearing my brand new coat ^^; Sorry, guys! 

I see a lot of bloggers talking about their 2011 in review or what they plan to do for the new year. So far, mine isn't that great but it's not bad either. I mean, I got a new job (in something I actually studied!), I got two baby bunnies and already started on my Anime Con plans for next year :3

So far, the extent of my convention outings are Otakon, Comic Con and hopefully AnimeNext. For my cosplays, I plan to do group cosplays! I want to go with a group as Natalia from Tales of the Abyss and Stocking from Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt. I can't wait! And my lovely sis is helping me get my Stocking cosplay all ready and together :3

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Here is Natalia in the exact special outfit I plan to cosplay as :3

In this photo, the girl on the right with the sword is Stocking and this is the school uniform I will be using for my cosplay!

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So I'm pretty excited for that next year. I would say if I'm planning on any New Year resolutions but I can never keep them so whatever happens will happen xD 

Next time, I will post my past convention photos and you guys will be able to see what I have cosplayed as. 

Well, this Sunday is New Year's Eve. I hope everyone has a warm and safe Happy New Year!!!!

Cuddles & Kisses,

~ Kieli ~

What's In The Box Wednesdays?

So I finally decided it was time to get something more than accessories. I finally bought a coat! It took a little bit of time to have it made and sent to me but...the result was gorgeous!

I went through many Loli-type online boutiques and found one that was gorgeous, practical and still very Loli. It's a gorgeous coat from Qutieland!

  Infanta Emperor Nightingale Coat Set 

Isn't it beautiful? I love wearing it! It really makes me feel one giant step closer to being a real Loli! 

 This is the package as it came to me (on Christmas Eve!!!!)

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Of course I blocked out all of the personal information X3 . I was so excited when I got the package! I immediately grabbed the camera (having it on hand of course from taking pictures of the babies).

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It was all neatly packaged and wrapped in plastic as it does have some faux fur and the material does catch hair quite easily. And it is really difficult with having a dog with blonde hair. 

But so far so good, I have been using the coat and no problems :3 And you can definitely tell the difference in picture quality of when I take pictures with my phone or my actual camera xD

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Here is the lovely coat, just out of the plastic wrap. It was quite heavy but the quality is very good and it keeps me warm for NY winter. I am very happy with it.

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Here is each piece. I hadn't realized from the photo on the site that there were parts xD On the left is the main coat. The top right is actually a little neck piece that goes over the coat's buttons and the bottom right is actually the bustle that goes in the back. Each piece is attached with two safety pins each.

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Here is a closer picture for each piece so you can see the lacy detail. I love how the neck tie and the bustle fan out so you can see the gorgeous lace. When all put together this coat can make anyone feel like a Lolita or a Princess. All the while remaining nice and warm!

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I can't get over how elegant this coat looks. Do you see how the neck tie adds an antique touch of elegance? It just keeps transforming with each piece you add on. And if I wanted to, I could add a cute brooch here and there!

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My favorite part about the coat is the detail. I love the gem and chain adornments on the neck tie resting above the layers of lace. The other area that I love is near the bottom of the coat where you see a gorgeous embroidery of a bird in a cage. I couldn't get closer without cutting a part of the beautiful design. 

All in all, I love it. Yes, it does take about a month (as they state it on their site that it could take that long) but they do work with you. If you have questions, they are sure to answer them within a reasonable amount of time. Being one that rarely buys clothing online, much less from a Lolita type of shop, I found it very easy to order from them. I was worried that it would be too small. But they do communicate with you and they offer their best advice. You can even track your orders! And the results are even more amazing than any picture could show you. So I am very happy with my purchase. And the prices are just right. So if you ever go shopping for Loli, definitely try www.QutieLand.com. I will be buying from them again =)

Thank you so much for my awesome coat! (And don't worry, I will be posting a picture of actually wearing the coat ;3 )

Cuddles & Kisses,

~ Kieli ~

Sweet Sundays! ~ Merry Christmas Edition! ;)

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, Happy Hanukkah, Joyous Kwanzaa, Happy Yule and Happy everything everyone celebrates! =) I hope you all enjoyed your holidays surrounded by warmth, family, loved ones and friends and share nothing but happy memories!

I know this was definitely a Christmas I will never forget...

A few posts ago, I lost my first rabbit after finding out his back was broken and had to be put down. A lot of people helped me and supported me in my time of need. So while it was taking a long time to get back on my feet, as it always does when it comes to events like this (not even after how many times I've been through it >.< ). I didn't think I was going to have that great of a Christmas. No one was really coming to our family dinner and I only planned on giving presents, I was not really caring about getting any back. I was the same way even at work. Terrible I know T^T

And let's not forget to mention that everyone kept going out without me. So I was stuck in the house most of the time. I was so upset and annoyed that things were going on without me and I just didn't want to deal with it. Till I found out why...

As it turns out, people noticed my sadness a lot more than I knew. And so, my family began to form a plan behind my back that proved to give me the best Christmas ever. This morning I woke up at 7.30 am, dragged to the kitchen and was presented with a rather large square-shaped thing on the table. I was weird-ed out at first. I lifted up the cover, in case it was a practical joke...and lo and behold....two tiny baby bunnies were in the cage. A small dark gray one and a slightly bigger white one. Both of the Dwarf breed. I broke into tears and hugged my family. They were all in on it and definitely surprised me. It really was the best Christmas ever

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We have to wait till we take them to the vet to see what they are (as you can't tell the gender of baby bunnies until they hit puberty) before we can name them. =)

I also got a BabyCakes Cupcake maker which allowed me to make these beauties 

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My grandfather also gave me my most favorite brand of perfume, Estee Lauder - Pleasures.  And to top it all off, I was also given by my mother and sister a very funny pink shirt of two pandas. It reads "If you're happy and you know it - slap your friend" xD I love it all!

Today, Christmas, makes me think of the past years with my family. There are times when everyone is content and there are times where you just can't stand to be near your family. But they are your family no matter what. They annoy you or you annoy them to the point where you just want to leave. But it's times like these that make you greatly appreciate them, quirks and all. My family inspires me that no matter what, things happen for a reason and that there is always a silver lining, even in the darkest of times. Because if you have that love and support, not a single obstacle can stand in your way.

So I would like to thank my family, friends, loved ones and of course, my boyfriend for always being there for me. For being my inspiration. For being my reason to keep going. I love you all. And a special thank you to my dear readers and friends I met through blogging. I came to learn a great deal of new things I never knew before and heard such wonderful and inspirational words from many of you.

Thank you all for being my inspiration. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to everyone! Much love, peace and good luck with tons of best wishes! =)

Cuddles & Kisses,

~ Kieli ~

What's In The Box Wednesdays?

Hello all!

Hope everyone is having a good week so far! =3 I hope everyone gets all of their shopping done as it is the Holiday season! I'm not just talking about Christmas either. Whichever holiday/religion you celebrate, may you have a wonderful time, safe and warm with family, friends and loved ones =)

For today's "What's In The Box Wednesday?", I received my prize from Dalin over at Lavida Frills ! To win, I answered her blog question "Who Is Your Lolita Fashion Icon?". To this question I answered -

"I think my Lolita Fashion Icon are the people I meet here on their blogs. No one is a master at it but everyone has their own ideas and opinions and are all wonderful people that can create so many beautiful things. Each post is something to look forward to and I feel this is how inspiration is shared. And it only takes one person's idea to start something big. And I love to create things so being a part of the process drives me to create more and hopefully become one of these icons =)"

And I won! I was so happy when Dalin told me!      

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 This is how the package came, all nice and sealed up with bubble wrap. I blocked out the personal information to keep it secure of course. I knew immediately that this was my prize =3 Variety packs from Kawaii Carnival and Pretty Pop Designs!

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Inside were two plastic bags filled with goodies! I was really excited when I saw the ribbon and bright colors!

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 In the first bag with the heart, I found these goodies! Two very cute rings, 3 star bracelets, a fluffy heart clip and a little heart. They're so adorable! (And I think I bought from them at a con before xD )

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 Here is a close-up of the accessories!

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The pretty business cards for Pretty Pop (back and front).

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In the second bag, I got a cute macaroon ring, a big fluffy Care Bear bow and a sweet heart hair clip. They're all so cute! And I already wore some of these accessories today =)

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 A close-up!

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 One last glance at everything =3

I have to say, I am really happy to have received such wonderful gifts! They're all very cute and I love to wear them! Thank you so much, Dalin! It is one of the best presents I have gotten for the Holidays =)

So dear readers, please be sure to visit Dalin and the two Etsy stores of Pretty Pop Designs and Kawaii Carnival! They all have great stuff and you will get your fill for your sweet tooth =)

Cuddles & Kisses,

~ Kieli ~

Sweet Sundays!

Ok, so it's Sunday! Time for a new post! My new Sunday post will be called "Sweet Sundays". See what I did thar? xD

Anyhoo, today is my inspirational post day. Meaning my Wednesday post will now be Sunday. So I think that's a good schedule. Three times a week won't do a blogging overkill and it gives enough space in between to get new post ideas! And now on to this week's inspiration!

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Today's Sweet Sunday goes to................ Luna!

Luna is a very kind and helpful Lolita that has an amazing blog with lots of gorgeous pictures and she does awesome reviews too! She is one of the first bloggers I ever followed on here and has given me a lot of inspiration. Because of her, I understand the different types of Loli dresses, lots of brands and I even feel like I'm more into the Loli world because of her. A good bit of her posts are very detailed and extremely helpful reviews of different Loli brand dresses that if I never read her blog, I would have probably made a very bad choice in buying a dress xD

And it's because of her that I know about many brands and styles and the quality of them. She is also very sweet and helpful. She helped me out in a pinch and gave me so much information! So I am truly inspired by her because she is one of the reasons I am still blogging =) So please be sure to visit her blog!

Thank you, Luna, you are this week's inspiration!

Cuddles & Kisses,

~ Kieli ~

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