Lolitas React to Safiya Nygaard's Lolita Video! 

As of November 2021, Holly and I are no longer together. We are still on good terms and friends but no longer a couple. I hope that out of respect for both of us, you continue the same generous kindness to us individually that you’ve expressed over the years. Please respect whatever boundaries Holly decides to make with the internet. I am grateful for her past involvement in my content.

I love how much research Safiya puts into videos like this. It's clear that she doesn't just jump on trends to get clicks. She tries her best to learn a bit about what she's discussing. As much as I enjoy seeing you cringe at poorly researched videos, it's also really charming to see you both so excited about her participating in something you love.

Saf is a tall person shopping in Japan. Clothing size is an issue and a corset helps her attain the shape.

I think (part of) the reason they were allowed to film at those shops was because they went before the shopping center was fully opened and rinrin is likely friends with those workers (esp the angelic pretty ones being a model for them) and could pull a couple strings

In regards to her comment about corsets, i think that while actually corsets aren’t that big a thing, corset lacing is pretty big on a lot of dresses, especially paired with shirring.

Speaking of her being tall she’s 5,10 with long arms and when you include the heels she was wearing she’s 6,4 so yeah She’s tall

(here cos of a comment on original video) Safiya is the only fashion vlogger I watch because she is always respectful, does her research, admits her ignorance and honestly is funny af.

Me: I'd like to try lolita fashion Me: *looks at my wallet* Me: only 4 pesos *cries in spanish*

I think it's kind of doing Abilletage dirty to say that they probably only featured them because it was easier to get permission to film at indie brands. I'm guessing Rinrin picked it because it was obvious Safiya would look better in and feel more comfortable in tall-friendly goth-ish brands, and not many of them have standalone stores these days. Moitie haven't had physical stores in years, h.NAOTO closed all theirs too, Innocent World (the other obvious tall-friendly option outside of AtePie) don't have a Harajuku location any more. There is an AatP store in Laforet basement but I'm guessing (as well as Baby maybe not giving permission) that featuring them would be a conflict of interest with Rinrin's modelling contract with Angelic Pretty - since AP and BtSSB are rivals they don't like to be featured in the same events and things. I think Abilletage made a really nice introduction since it's a halfway point between typical lolita and Safiya's usual western goth inspired style.

As a Safiya fan who's not in lolita at all, it was really validating to see you two address the thing that bugged me the most about her video--she needed headwear!!

I would say that corsetry is a huge aspect of lolita fashion. Even if you aren't wearing a corset per se, almost every dress features some kind of corset lacing or cinched waist and Atelier Pierrot, H. Naoto and Abilletage all heavily feature corsetry in their designs! Also most GLB Harajuku snaps have sooo many outfits featuring corsetry!

@ lolita pronounciation: Safiya is known for annunciating her words

*throws open the door panting* I CAME AS SOON AS I HEARD

Aw, it was so adorable when you both went 'Cuuuuuuute!' at Safiya's Fancy Candy coordinate. What I was most surprised about in the whole of Safiya's video (and maybe you reacted to this too and it simply got taken out in the edit) is that she bought the outfit. Considering that this fashion is an investment, especially at first when you need all the elements (petticoat, blouse, dress, legwear, accessories etc.) and given that there are places in Harajuku specialising in lolita makeovers and rentals (even if they don't let you take it out of the shopping centre), I fully expected Safiya to do that. Or to borrow more from RinRin's wardrobe. The fact that she bought an entire coord is pleasantly surprising and I'm glad that she was able to do that directly at the shop, supporting the brands that she has featured (when she could've easily gone to ClosetChild and bought something used). I think even more so with the fact that she bought her outfit at Atelier Pierrot with Abilletage bits, both of which have items that can easily work with just regular Western goth as well as other fashions popular in the West (steampunk, general Victoriana, some retro bits, maybe even some mainstream looks with like the Abilletage corsets etc.). Hopefully her audience, even if they won't develop an interest in trying out lolita fashion specifically, might support one of these brands and incorporate it into their look. (Also btw, Wunderwelt Fleur carries Abilletage, there they are probably best known for their corset print tights, then the corsets and clothing. Given how well they looked on Safiya, it's safe to say that they are tall lolita friendly, as well as stretch well without distorting the pattern.)

y’all just going “YESSSS CUTIE” is the softest thing I’ve ever seen,,,,,

Woah! i was expecting this in a month or two but you really pumped this out! i'm super impressed and happy!!!

her final coord suited her so well and im glad she stayed true to her aesthetic but OH MY GOD SHE WAS SO CUTE IN THE AP COORDS AAAAAAAAAAA I DIED WHEN SHE CAME OIT IN ALL PINK

When I went to an anime con and my boyfriend saw people dressed in Lolita he was like the surprised pikachu and was like “you should wear that!” It actually made me happy because atm I cant afford it but I would like to maybe try it out in the future at some point.

Saf does a lot of research on different types of things (and also she does get people to help guide her through it) and she manages to express the different parts of this video through lolita!! it’s a pretty cool video, and i’m glad i saw this right after i watched it

i always appreciate the level of research and respect that safiya puts into her fashion videos. its clear that she cares about educating herself and doing things right. i also really appreciate that they showcased different styles while still finding a coord that really channels her.

We stan research. I love this video and I'm sure I'm going to love hers.

She might've mentioned corsets because every picture her eye was drawn to had corsets aka goth lolitas

I’m a watcher of Safiya’s channel and she’s always been open minded and fun to watch. I’ve never really knew the in-depth knowledge on Lolita fashion until I watched her latest video and thanks to her I see the appeal and appreciate the freedom of the Lolita community. I’m glad that you lovely ladies approve her video.

I'm really glad Safiya's video was so well researched and well done (especially coming from someone who's completely new to this fashion)! She seemed genuinely interested in the topic as well, it was really nice to watch.

I'm not personally in the lolita fashion, but I like watching videos cause I really appreciate the aesthetic of it. And it's so awesome to see Saf do a lolita video in such a wonderful way and really make sure she tries to do her research and whatnot. And I was so so so excited to see this reaction video, cause this channel was literally the first thing I thought of when Saf's video dropped.

EVER SINCE HER VIDEO DROPPED I WAS SO READY FOR THIS

I know so many wlw who were obsessed with Elizabeth Swann, there's just something about Kiera Knightley

watched her video and was thinking "Can't wait to see Lor's in a week" BUT LITTLE DID i KNOW it came out so fast omg

I love that you guys mentioned that you hope people will get into lolita from watching her video. Cause I've really wanted to get into the fashion for years but lean more to gothic and never really knew how to make coords, etc. But Saf's video gave me like a boost to research more

the way holly looks at lor when shes talking is so adorable 😭😭

When you guys spoke about her video introducing people to the fashion, I was like THATS WHAT LOVELY LOR IS DOING FOR ME 😭😭 I don’t have anything Lolita yet and it may be something I don’t ever actually get. But seeing you express your passion for a thing I only vaguely knew about before is making it look more and more appealing. At the very least, my Instagram feed is way more lacy than it used to be!!

This video only showed up in my recommends bc I watched safiya's, and I'm glad it did! you two are really cute, and I love seeing more wlw in the youtube scene.

I'm so happy you pointed out the way she says loliTa it was so funny to me when I first watch it, but that's because like, Toronto, ts at the end of words don't exist here 😂

What you guys said about the hair, thats exactly what I was thinking the entire time. Just give her a wig or a hat. The corset hair js amazing but it just doesnt show enough.

I think she was probably thinking of dresses with corset-style laceup backs

Wow! This came out at like lightening speed. Thanks for the video ladies! You two are adorable.

I think she definitely made sure to emphasize Japanese Lolita fashion bc when most westerners think of "Lolita fashion" they probably still think of something associated with the book? I know there was some sort of cherry lolita line of clothing from dollskill, and it's very much,,, an aesthetic? especially amongst umm what i'll call the "tumblr dd/lg" community lol i think that's maybe also why she put it in quotes?? idk but i think she was just doing her best to not put assumptions in people's heads that might cause them to accuse her of things before even watching the video

i saw the notification and screamed “YASSS” i think i’m too gay to function

not to derail the conversation, but is that... a kawaii shrek sticker on your laptop?

“There’s so many lolita substyles” EXACTLY I’m very new to the lolita fashion and my first introduction to it was through anime (don’t @ me) but I also was a ballerina for most of my childhood. I spent almost ten years in a leotard and tights, and now my preferred style when I want to wear lolita is something of a mix between ballet and gothic. (I’m also a fan of faux corsets and the illusion of corsetry) and although I’m aware that most of my ballet inspiration doesn’t really “fit” the style, I’m kind of incorporating it into my “version” so to speak.

1: Their little “cuteeee!” was adorable 2: Can we just talk about their outfits like omg!- 3: They’re an adorable couple UwU

She pronounces Lolita how we do in the UK (generally).

This right here is the video that got me into Lolita. Before your reaction came out I had no idea that westerners could participate. This came out in aug 2019 and it’s April 2020 now, I have 4 dresses and I’m working towards being able to have a dress for every day of the week. I doubt you guys will see this but thank you for being such a wonderful resource and inspiring me to get into this “lovely “ fashion!

Lor I love how you added details about yours and Holly’s cords. I always loved that about Tyler(scarfingscarfs). Would love to you do this more often.

Thanks for all the notes/explanations you put up on screen! They're really helpful for someone (me) who's never looked into Lolita before!

To your comment about hoping “ it gets someone into Lolita fashion”, it has definitely opened my eyes. I repaint dolls and I have been looking for a new repaint ideas, and watching Saf’s video makes me want to do a Sweets themed Lolita doll and a Gothic Lolita Doll. I’m not a pink fan, but just thinking about sewing a tiny pink outfit has me giggling.

I watched that video when it first came out four years ago, and it was my first encounter with lolita. It immediately stuck with me as a look I always wanted to try. I spent two years researching the style near obsessively before trying to use pieces I already owned to make lolita coords as there are no lolita stores in my country and online shopping is not something I trust myself to do. I kept trying for the past couple of years and stayed lurking in the community, never loosing passion for the style despite trying very different styles along the way. Two days ago I got my first ever brand piece and I owe it all to that video.

I'm so excited! As I said in the comment section of Safiya's video, it made me cry happy / relieved tears. Yes, there's a lot she didn't mention, but as you said, the video is already pretty long. Plus, what she did mention was really well researched and even if both my boyfriend and I also had the "that's not necessarily lolita per se" reaction to Abilletage, I didn't fault it and was kinda glad it was at the start so we could get it out of the way before moving on to the more quintessential lolita, so to speak. I was scared to see if there were many comments about the wrongful reputation lolita have gotten from the book's name coinciding with the fashion's name, but there weren't an overwhelming amount of them among the positive ones. However, that might've just been the timing I looked at them. If anything, I wished she would've mentioned that it tends to lean on the 'not fast fashion' side of things and linked to your video on why lolita is expensive, because I kept seeing people wondering what it cost and so on. Final note; thank you both for whipping this out so fast, I audibly gasped when I saw the notification pop up. I was actually finishing my second watch of it (I watched it the first time a good few hours ago, so wanted to see it again to really decompress and see if I missed any details when J and I watched them. It was only a few =3 .)

This video was recommended to me by the mysterious RU-vid algorithm, likely as I'm a Safiya viewer, but I'm really glad I checked you out! I love all of the details and explanations you added to the video to make it beginner-friendly to understand, and I agree with a lot of the opinions you shared even though I myself am not in the Lolita scene (she definitely needed a hat!! Even a small one!). Lolita is one of those fashions that I admire on other people but I know it's not for me, but you two are so cute that I'm definitely going to check out more of your videos and maybe add you to my weekly watchlist. Love this vid, keep making great content!

I found you guys from Safiya's video. It has definitely sparked an interest in Lolita fashion for me!

I was waiting for you to make this video! Didn't expect it so quick!! 😍 I was lucky enough to have my makeup featured in her video too which was such a shock!

Please do a video about Muslim Lolitas. They are fascinating and beautiful!!! Love your videos! 💜💜💜

I found you guys after watching the Japanese Lolita makeover video on Safiya’s channel, and I am so glad I did! I’m not really physically capable of wearing the fashion due to health issues, but I am such an admirer of it. Thanks for being awesome ladies, I’m sure I’ll be being binge watching you now 💜

I love Lolita and kinda want to be one but where I live I’ve never seen a Lolita irl and ppl would probably laugh at me

As soon as I saw her video I desperately wanted to see your response! Thanks (and great job!) For getting it out so quickly!

Yayy, a win for Lolita fashion in 2019!!

I just watched Safia’s video, so glad that you reacted to it.

Rewatching a year later. Saf videos introduced me to what was lolita and through your reaction video I got to know your channel and understand the fashion better. A year later and I have found my community and recently got my first dress 😊

I was hoping you would react to this because when I saw Safiya’s video pop up I was nervous that it might be inaccurate. I’m glad to see how well researched it was!

Safiyas video was my first introduction into Lolita and while I haven’t had the chance to get a Lolita outfit or do a ton of research recently I’ve been getting more interested in lolita and find it so cool, if I had not seen her video several years ago I don’t know if I would have ever really discovered it. So while of course there are things she could’ve done differently I am so glad that she made it

Tbh I'm kind of glad that she did a quick "it ain't the book" and kept moving? Like maybe it's just my age talking but it's so not worth the energy anymore. We taking this mood and moving forward ladies and gentlemen and those that know better

bought my first Lolita dress today and I made sure to go to a sight lovely lor suggested. It’s this beautiful dusty pink dress with a frilly white apron, I’m so exited!!!!!

Yay!!! I'm so glad you guys reacted to this video! It's about time we had some positive reaction vids :)

I'm a avid watcher of Safiya so it was cool to see this. I didn't even really know what "Lolita Fashion" was or that there was a community for it. I've had several people ask me if I would do Lolita modeling but didn't know anything about it. But it's cool to really get an understanding of it. And watching you ladies react to her video. Definitely, subscribing to your channel to learn more.

I really loved this video girls! To be quite honest ever since watching Safs video I've been thinking of trying out Lolita fashion for the first time and I'm sure I'm not alone on that one, so her video is propably a huge inspiration for people like me and I'm so glad you guys touched on that! :D

I always wanted to dress Lolita but never had the confidence. So much detail goes into it that I respect anyone who dresses Lolita. It's wearable art and I love it.

So you mean to tell me you went into this without having seen the video but you're so connected to Saf that you said PIRATE lolita at the very beginning??????

Saf's video is how I found out that girls in the US were also dressing in lolita and J fashion! I love that she really researched everything not just for that video but for everything she does.

i was finding it funny that they showed shots of aatp but didnt go there after all that elizabeth swan talk lol.

SAFIYA'S VIDEO GOT ME INTO LOLITA! As soon as she flashed those pictures up on screen of goth lolitas, I fell head over heels in love. And now, months later, my first brand dress (sorry, bodyline, you don't count) just arrived. I'm so grateful to Safiya for presenting the fashion in such a comprehensive and accurate way, although I definitely was confused to start about why I wasn't seeing corsets as much in EGL!

its so funny that you wanted to see what her audiance thought about her video because I found yalls channel from safs video!!!!

omg I love Holly’s whole look! It’s so cute 🖤.•*

[sees video title] oh lolita that's cool- "And I'm her girlfriend." -hECK YES Ò.Ó SMASH THAT LIKE BUTTON

this is my favorite reaction video ever, so sweet to see ppl excited to see a creator they enjoy make a video about something they love

it's been 3 years since this video and i've started getting more into lolita !! i just got my first lolita-esque dress and i'm more intensely looking into it :> ur videos are truly so helpful

Omg I was so excited to see a lolita video on top trending I for real hope this can get a lot more people into it

i love your videos!! as a young and starting lolita you have inspired me in so many ways to expand my closet and budget myself as a 14 year old working 4 shifts a week, but your videos have helped me so greatly!!! thank you so much lor💘💘

As someone who does pirate costuming and has to wear a bunch of bits and pieces to get the look I want, I understand the feeling of having so much. I can't imagine worrying about that for just general clothing! You guys work very hard for the looks you want, and that's so cool

Since you guys said it'd be really cool if Safiya's video got anyone into lolita, it definitely got me! I have fallen in love with lolita - particularly classic and hime because historical vibes make me sooo happy. So far my wardrobe is very small but I'm looking forward to exploring such a cool community further!!

I know this video is like WAY OLD at this point considering it came out almost a year ago, but I'm looking back and realizing that it was because of Safiya's video that I was recommended this one and started my lolita fashion journey! Like, it's weird to think that if it weren't for Safiya's video, I would have never found this channel or even have heard of the lolita community. I've never been into fashion, but lolita is just the kind of fashion that I found myself feeling like, this was finally right. This was how I wanted to dress and present myself and just exist. Hearing Lor and Holly talk at the end of the video about how they hope that Safiya's video helps introduce new people to the community made me realize that--at least for one person--it did. Thank you, Lor, for offering such informative and awesome videos about lolita fashion and helping me as I started my lolita journey!

But... Lolita is pronounced with the “hard” t, Saf is saying it correctly. Right?

I've loved Lolita for sooooo long but despite my best effort i never found the confidence to leave the house but i adore it so much. When i watched her video all i could think about was how youd react! I love Saf. I think she does a really good job of researching and trying to understand a fashion before making a video. I'm so glad she actually had people in the video who are experienced with Lolita fashion too!! I think watching that video reaffirmed how those little extra accessories can make so much of a difference. Thanks for this react 💖

Ok but can I just say how happy I was seeing the lil Lolita coord checklist for Holly after Lor's checklist at the end of the video?? I love how invested in the fashion she is, and I also just love how totally different Lor and Holly's styles are within the same realm and ahhhh I just think it's all so neat y'all are amazing ♥️✨

regarding your mention of bangs, it really helps to see other hairstyles too! I have a very small forehead, so I can't possibly wear bangs without having to do maintenance every week, so seeing more styles that work for me really helps with inspiration

Geez this was hella quick 😂😂💙💙 Edit: I haven’t actually finished her video yet 😅😅

Hello, I remember liking kawai style since I was a teenager and loving the lolita-like dresses when reading manga. A few (well more than a few) years later, I stumbled on Safiya's video on lolita fashion and followed with your video. From then on, I tumbled in the rabbit hole (I subscribed both to you and Tyler's channels and I love the balance between your sweet real positiveness and Tyler's saltiness and sacasm). Anyway, I have now decided to start my lolita collection and I'm currently focusing on 2 outfits I fell in love with (1 skirt+blouse ensemble and one JSK) and purchasing the basics (petticoats, tights head accessories). As for now, I'm not quite looking into shoes/jewelry as I have some that might fit. Okay sorry for the long post, just wanted to say that you've inspired me! P.S.: I love both you and Holly, you make a very cute couple and the obvious love between the two of you is a delight to see.

I really like the different types of fashion options. And btw you two are beautiful

So, I found this video after watching Safiya's, and you officially have a new fan/subscriber! I would 100 percent LOVE to watch your reaction video in its entirety, no matter how long it came to unedited.... Maybe because I'm feeling like this is an unexplored side of myself? If I get into Lolita fashion, as I'm very tempted to do, then Safiya's video and your channel will be what tipped me over from admirer to full-on enthusiast! Stay Lovely!

Seeing Safiya and Akidearest in Lolita reminds me how much I have wanted to try Lolita but I usually have no idea where to start.

I'm still learning about lolita and love it but haven't been brave enough to wear it yet. I agree it would have been nice to see a head accessory to balance the silhouette, however I think the main reason they opted not to was because of the beautiful corsetting in her hair 💜 otherwise I feel she would have had something but maybe didn't want to obscure the work done on her hair, which I think is sweet. I love Saf and Tyler so much so I'm really happy to see you guys reacted to this :D and I'm glad you were pleased with it. I was thinking of you when I watched Saf's video yesterday and how you'd probably be pleased with her research and descriptions :3 💜

I was already really interested in Lolita fashion, but because of Safiya's video I've been able to find more Lolita youtubers like RinRin and you! It's definitely a great introduction video for people wanting to start wearing lolita

I’m so excited!! I was anticipating this so much even though it was released very recently

Saf's video is actually what made me decide to dip my toes into lolita! I'm waiting for my very first skirt that I bought from lace market c: I'm excited to join the community and see where this journey takes me.

YESSSS! Just watched it today and was so excited for your take on it!!

This popped up in my recommendation because I like safiya a lot :) so it was super interesting that you mentioned it was impressive she got permission to film in those stores!

You ladies did such a fun react video! I'm sometimes weary of this kind of video because some tend to be a bit .... problematic. You were so respectful and informative with your critique and add-ons.

"via" just means, by way of. Image text did not say it was you.

Ahh I’m glad! As soon as I saw her upload that, I couldn’t wait for your video!!! :D

I feel like Saf knows how big her audience and reach is, so whenever she covers something like this she really does put in the effort and research It's a refreshing thing to see

Over ten years daym that’s older than iv been born.... wow