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Where does Gyaru come from? :

Gyaru (ギャル) is one of the many Japanese fashion subcultures. While the term has been around since 1968, it was only during the late-1980s, after Gyaru’s predecessor Bodikon spread in popularity, that "Gal culture" was born and established the iconic look that now everyone knows as Gyaru. This specifically happened when Bodikon began to “radicalise” (the look became more extreme, with dyed “chapatsu” (brown) and blonde hair, and tanned skin, with barely-there clothing).

what inspired gyaru? :

in the late 1980s American drama series Baywatch inspired the development of Gyaru. People believe that the style was created and popularized by Pamela Anderson's role in the drama series at the time. It is simply an exaggeration and signifies the American teenage girl culture in Japan.

  • Kogal- A gal who is 13-18 (not a sub style!)
  • Mode- a classy and high fashion subset of Gyaru
  • Rokku- a style of Gyaru that's inspired by 2000's goth, rock, and scene fashion
  • B-Kei- Hip-hop and R&B Gyaru, inspired by by 90's and 00's Black American culture.
  • Himegyaru- a frilly and glamorous Lolita inspired Gyaru, and is also supposed to have a “princess like” feel!
  • Goshikku- a Gothic style of Gyaru similar to Rokku, but generally more understated
  • Agejo- A mature and sensual style of Gyaru
  • Ganguro- a flamboyant style of Gyaru using earthy tones, predecessor to Manba and Yamanba
  • Manba- an eccentric style of Gyaru that is cute and kawaii where Ganguro is cool and confident
  • Yamanba- a vibrant and super tan-heavy Gyaru that developed from Ganguro
  • Romanba- Ro(mantic)-Manba, uses many romantic elements.It contain many frills so it can considered a mesh of Himegyaru and Manba
  • Banba- a Barbie-like style of Gyaru,can be considered a toned down version of Manba

The key for a gyaru look is a big hair, dramatic tan makeup, big eyes and a very strong 00's inspiration on any type of style.

Happy gyaru-ing!

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