Style
Qi lolita
Qi lolita combines the lolita silhouette with elements of Chinese dress, and Chinese brands make it better than anyone.
What qi lolita is
Qi lolita (sometimes written qi-lolita) takes the full skirt and petticoat of lolita and adds details from Chinese clothing, especially the qipao or cheongsam. The name comes from that garment.
Signature details
- Mandarin (stand) collars and diagonal front openings.
- Frog buttons (pankou): knotted fabric fastenings.
- Embroidery or prints of cranes, peonies, lotus, clouds, koi and other traditional motifs.
- Jacquard and brocade fabrics with woven patterns.
- Colours: red and gold, jade green, ink black, porcelain blue and white.
Wearing qi lolita
A qi OP or JSK can be worn with a plain blouse, a petticoat suited to the skirt shape, and accessories such as hairpins, tassels or a small fan. Many people wear qi lolita for Lunar New Year, weddings and cultural events. Anyone can wear it; wearing it with care for the details is what makes it look right.
Why buy it from Chinese brands
Qi lolita is a style that Chinese indie brands have developed deeply, with embroidery and fabrics that are hard to find elsewhere. If you love the look, compare it with wa lolita, its Japanese-inspired counterpart.