The Bestest Labor Day Weekend ⋆｡˚ 𓆝⋆｡˚

[Post Written on Labor Day Weekend 2026]

So, not long ago I was looking into daily makeup and how it could be adapted for my comfort. TBH, since the burnout stage I reached a few months back, I've relaxed in some ways. I very much still interested in gyaru, but I wanted to capture the cool and sexy vibe while being true to my energy level. This weekend I had the chance to try something different for my Rosarito trip. I wanted to use DIY lash extensions, regular contacts, and some cute gloss. 

Lately I’ve been watching here and there Izumi Maya’s social media and her YT channel. She has always been top inspo for me, since she can pull sexy and boyish looks <3 Then I was browsing some NUTS insta photos, and I wanted to pinpoint the exact name of the style. Turns out I’m dumb, and Ane-gyaru had totally evolved without me realizing it. Due to my alternative, tattoo-loving nature, I think this style is a smart and natural choice for an almost 34 y/o me. Also, do not argue with me about AV gyaru; I know her past, and her makeup now is way different than 10 years ago.

I tried something:

Teal sparkly eyeshadow, cuz it was a wild beach episode.

Golden-pearled marked tear-bags

Spiky DIY extension lashes 

Closed-up brown tide-line that barely opens up towards the outside corner

Overlined lips with glossy finish. 

Lightened eyebrows lined with a light pencil, but kept small.

This was my day look, but after a few beers and delicious lobster tails, I went back for a nap. 

You know your summer was lit when the seafood restaurant waiters remember you by name. 

My outfit was literally my fave skirt turned into a strapless dress, lol.

Then, after freshening up, I gave up on the contacts and kept my glasses. Lately, I’ve noticed that being a glasses wearer is not looked down upon, nor does it remove your appeal (obviously I never thought this, but back in my day people looked at it as uncool). I will try my best to be confident and do full glam with glasses on. 

We went to a club with open bar to drink, dance and to help a friend have a good time in Mexico!

He decided it was too much, so he went back around 12. Jeff and I stayed back until like 3 AM to get our money's worth. 

The music was good, but it seems like the DJ’s repertoire was quite limited, because he kept repeating the same songs a couple of times. I think we were too drunk to be bored, but I did notice, haha. 

Then the next day we decided to kick it by the beach. We found this pretty cool restaurant that had azulitos and tostilocos. We, of course, drank and ate a couple of things. 

We came back home and died a little because of the heat wave.~

That's it!

Okay bye!

Work Field Trip and Udon

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Today we had a market research session at the mall for work. So I wore what I could find right away. I did my makeup at the office, and we headed out. 

The coordinate was made with Alta, because I did not take a photo of it.

IDK why I always make the same "tsss" face... it must be the autism.

I tested so many skincare products, and my hands feel so smooth. I'm not supposed to buy anything, but going to Sephora reminded me of a small wishlist I have. I really want the Glossier body Spritz- Sandstone Cyprés to be exact. It’s my fave smell of all time, wish I could bathe in it. I also want a new YSL lip glaze, since mine is completely gone! It’s seriously my fave glossy lip product ever! 

There are also so many cute, cool pink and purple-like blushes out there! But I have the Huda blush palette at my disposal, so I've been using 2 of their colorways.

Seeing what’s good on the market made me realize my humble 30-50 USD routine has nothing on some of the creams I saw.  Some creams were like 500 USD each. 

After getting side-eyes from the sales ladies, we headed out for lunch.

That udon place is seriously so good. My pants became a few inches too small. I know noodles will do that to me, but who am I to say no to the pumpkin and sweet potato tempura?!

Earlier that morning, we also had some milk tea. The place is called Heytea, and it’s super cute! Also, they use such nice ingredients that I could taste the quality in the jasmine tea base. I had a guava and jasmine milk tea with a really delicious foam.

I also got some snacks for my love, who is a little sick at home. I got him some cheese danish and a chocopan. I can seriously smell it through the bag while I'm typing this.

I need to wrap it up. That is it for today!

My Orthodontics' Progress Update!

I just want to share my experience with my dental procedures and to document my journey.

To be honest, I was made fun of a lot because of my teeth... and funny enough I liked them to some extent. They helped me shape my personality and to not care about looking strange nor ridiculous. In fact, being judged from my appearance speaks more about the outsiders' obsession and their ill intent.

I had reflected that getting braces would be because of problems I want to avoid in the future. It's not physically painful as I thought... not as much as how strange I feel with an ever-changing face. 

 I started orthodontic procedures last year in October and so far my facial structure has changed quite a bit. 

Pre-braces VS. Now

The balance is off somehow! Maybe it's just me that goes crazy while looking in the mirror?

Regardless, I forgot how to do my makeup as stunning and grand as I used to do it.

I need to practice more... probably will start to try my best to do gyaru everyday... 

I'm so frustrated cuz between work, cooking, cleaning and doctor appointments my time flies away... I'm not as free as I used too. So it has become easier for me to just chill and play games.

Will I be a productive gal again? Or is my upcoming big 30 the end of it all? We'll find out... for now I care more about finding balance and peace. 

Anyways, that was on my mind today.... It's almost Friyay! So now it's time for bed.

Gyaru Month Meme♥

 

 

Hello lovies!

I know it has been forever since my last time here. However, I chose this month and next to have a casual comeback to my blog. As part of the Gyaru Month Celebration organized by Reila, I wanted to participate with my answers to this meme:

♥Name / Gyaru nickname and country

I'm Kiwiitan (Kiwii for short) and I am from Sunny San Diego California♥ 

♥Since when are you gyaru?

I started my gyaru journey back in 2011 but I have been a fan of gyaru since 2009 when I first discovered hime gyaru and magazine scans compilations on YouTube♥

♥How did you discover the style?

As I mentioned on the previous point I found about gyaru surfing the internet. I was a big fan of Japanese fashion already (I used to do decora and visual kei)... so it was a matter of time before I found out about Shibuya and the wonders of gyaru ♥

♥What's your current substyle? Why do you like it?

I would consider myself to be gyaru-kei, although I am more into anything and everything pink. I have dabbled lately into more cutesy looks such as hime~ I am not defined by any brand nor particular look. As long as it fits my personality and overall pink vibe xD

♥What are your current booms? 

Playboy Bunny, long a$$ wigs, mullets, Y2K anything! Specially 2005-2008 trends♥

♥Share 3 of your fav codes. Why do you like them so much?

Achieving my gyaru dreams with this hime look♥ I wih I had a more voluminous wig, but the "A" cut on the dress is so cute! 

Dress/OffBrand/Stockings+Top/Shein/Shoes/DIY/Purse/Disney Store. 

Simple yet Y2K! Also, pink is my thing and this shirt is so comfy! I wore this look to the International Decora Day meeting (I was nosey). 

Top+Necklace/MissGuidedxPlayBoy/Boots/Demonia

Dark hime-kaji at your service! This one was one of my first looks in my girly boom. 

Marie Nekomimi/Hot Topic/Dress+Stockings/Shein/Bow/Aliexpress/Necklace/Juicy Couture

♥Share 3 things your learned during your Gyaru journey.

-Friendship and community is the most important thing about gal. There would be no joy if we didn't get to share with gals who understood our fashion journeys. I know the com can be intimidating, but there is space for everyone. Seek deep relationships, I promise you it will make the experience 100000x better.

-Is okay to experiment, but please have the basic makeup first. The most important part is to have the makeup that suits your features the best, and sometimes you have to fuck up many times in order to get there. More is more, until you are able adjust! Makeup can be cleaned up, so failure is encouraged. 

-I have also learned to take every concrit with a grain of salt. At this stage in my journey I only seek advice from people I trust and respect. I have nothing to hear from random people, lol. However, when I began my journey I encountered trolls and criticism regarding my appearance. It was bound to happen, but I eventually grew to not give a fuck. Hope everyone gets there eventually.

♥Share 3 gaijin gals and 3 Japanese gals you look up to.

Soooo hard to answer this! Overall, the international comm is inspo for me! I want to be as cool as everyone ;v; but I will pick some with no specific order. As for Japanese models, I guess my faves are more on the alt/experimental side.

Japanese Gyals♥

Wakapikumin

Alt and Harajuku-esque looks were my thing and I always have a fond memory about her outfits hitting that spot.

Re:No
To me the red lip and black shadow+ droopyness and punk/dark look was a YES!

Gugu (Kurumi)
She has one of the first recognizable gyaru I've followed. I loved her fluffy hair, soft blush and spikey lashes♥

Gaijin Gyals♥

♥Reila: I want to be as cool and active in the community! I really love her style an energy♥ Also admire her so much, knowing her from her beginning in the style.

♥Kineem: Eyemake 1000000% also super talented Mexican gal♥

♥Pukapitan: Have you seen them? Flawlesssss and their overall style is perfect!

♥What's your favorite Gyaru memory?

(I look drunk, but I was just happy AF)

I have many nice memories! But my faves have to be meeting with Kophi and hanging out in Mexico City♥ Also those long phone calls with the Gyaru Go! group during the pandemic. 

♥What would do advice to people who want to start in the style but doesn't have the courage yet?

Research! It's easy to ask questions on a group, but please give it a go and GOOGLE the fuck out of everything. People do not mind helping you out, but more gals are eager to give you a hand if they see that you have put effort into it.  

With this we wrap up this post! Hope it was as entertaining to read as it was to make♥

I will try and seek a way to keep of the dust TT_TT but I suck, cuz my brain is made out of gum.

Please please please take part on the Gyaru Month Activities! I am making a panel next to other members of the Spanish speaking community.

I love you!! 

XOXO- Kiwiitan

Hime Gyaru Look #1 + Short Life Update

 

Hello!

So I have been dreaming, eating and talking about Hime ever since last time you saw me here. I am almost so sick of myself at this point, because I was about to not do this today. 

Then I was thinking really hard on what gal content I needed to make for here and insta. Since I was sick I had almost no energy to do makeup at all nor take care of myself. I had also promised myself months ago that I would give Twitch a go. I feel lonely sometimes, so I think streaming can help me be more outgoing. I did a short test with some friends and I felt so awkward. I used to be energetic and loved being on camera, but the older I get the more stupid I feel. Anyways... a little Animal Crossing won't hurt anyone.

I had a really big "to do" list to finish cleaning my room, bleach my brows and take a shower... Then I did a Insta Reel and proceded to take some photos of a casual but cute bear inspired outfit and since the make was really cute... I took the chance to do one more coord. Overall, my Saturday was more productive than what I give credit to myself for. 

Also, please look at this bear pouch!!! This was a DIY Aoki and I did together while she was visiting. It's a Daiso Bear Pouch, but she made the face ♥ I did one too but mine was💩💩💩💩

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Ears: Ebay

Shirt: Marshall's
Overall: Shein

Now, here comes my first official attempt at Hime. It was made with stuff I already owned, but was not confident enough to wear. The story behind this dress is that my GF commissioned two dresses for me last year. One is black and this one was supposed to be pink....  but then when I saw the actual "pink" shade it was more like an orangey/salmon color of some sort... I was both happy and sad at the same time, because the dress fit perfectly, but that pink was a bad choice. I was sad to tell my bby that I did not like the color at all, but she understood. I am just too picky about my pinks, specially when I know the actual shade I need. 

Make

For this make I wanted rosy cheeks, really noticeable and Barbie-like. I didn't use bottom eyelashes, but still tried the droop with some eyeliner and of course tear bags♥

New pair of eyelashes from Aliexpress

This bow I had already, and since I do not own any exte right now... instead I did a little bun-bun high up. I personally think that hair is important, but mostly having bangs in the right area as well as framing pieces. I would maybe get a clip on curly pony tail and style it... I also saw some tutorials I'm trying later both on my hair and in a wig.

Coordinate

My cellphone was not liking me taking photos after sundown... so there are fucked up shadows everywhere. You can't see but I am wearing fishnets and some hold metal accesories … and the shoes are from Alie, but tbh they are a bit uncomfy.  

Overall, this dress has potential, but maybe we can rise the hemline, change the bow on the wait and maybe change the lace on the bottom?

I have more outfits planned, but please be nice to me since it's my first go (lol). I appreciate your concrit! 

For now that is all, I'm so tired and I want to bury my face in my pillows.... Maybe tomorrow will be a chill Sunday. 

Stay tuned for a room tour and a haul! I already started working on those posts♥

XoXo-

Kiwiitan