(Usa) Kumya Appreciation

Come learn about lolita brand Baby, the Stars Shine Bright's most iconic mascots, Usakumya and Kuma Kumya! Take a dive into their origin story; their appearances in different prints and novelty items; and take a crash course on the popular bags and what they can fit.

Anime & J-Fashion

You love anime and have an interest in Japanese street fashion, but is there a way to combine the two? Avina-kei will share tips and tricks to creating a cohesive outfit in a variety of masculine and feminine alternative fashion styles! This panel is beginner-friendly, so don't feel too intimidated to stop by.

Daily Lolita How-To

Daily Lolita' is a category of EGL fashion that's difficult to define - it sits at the cross-section of casual lolita and lifestyle lolita, and means something different to each individual who wears it. In this panel, we will go over how to incorporate lolita fashion into your everyday life, how to curate a wardrobe for daily wear, appropriate settings for your fashion choices, and show examples of submitted daily lolita coords.

DIY Crochet Craft Workshop

Learn how to crochet a small strawberry for use as an accessory, charm, or whatever you want! Pattern and materials will be provided in this DIY panel so that you can make your own as you follow along at your own pace. This workshop will go over chain, single, half-double, and double crochet stitches, how to join pieces together, how to add embroidered details, and finishing techniques. This is a great time to learn to crochet if you have always wanted to. All skill levels welcome!

How To Host a J-Fashion Meet-Up

Experienced meet-up hosts will give step-by-step details for how to plan your very own J-Fashion meet! They will also share a variety of ideas for venues, themes, and activities to make a meet-up a fun experience for everyone attending.

J-Fashion Community Fashion Walk

Time to show off your coords! We are inviting all J-Fashion wearers to join us for the Community Fashion Walk on the runway in their most impressive outfits. Come participate in the event, or watch as an audience member!

J-Fashion Designing: Darts

When designing a garment, draping is an effective and fun alternative to making paper patterns. By folding, pinching, and cutting away fabric directly on your form, you can design anything - from items inspired by your favorite characters, to Japanese street fashion. A sewer's dart is an essential technique to creating a dynamic and dimensional piece.

J-Fashion Meet & Greet Mixer

Are you into J-Fashion and want to make new friends? Do you like icebreakers and playing games with others? Do you like raffles and prizes? Come join us for some fun and games at this meet & greet mixer. There will be interactive icebreakers, games, raffles and prizes. No preparation necessary, but participation is required. Come ready to mix, mingle, and maybe even make new friends!

Kawaii or Kowai Fashion Review

Join Plentiful Pie and Mani Tokkigo as they review and pass judgment on the latest releases from J-Fashion brands! We'll go through the hottest new pieces and roast them or toast them. Participate as an audience member by voicing your opinions and reacting to ours!

Lolita 101 - Styling Skirts

Learn the basics of making a lolita coord with a skirt, from choosing a blouse and accessories, to brand recommendations for every size and budget!

Lolita FanimeCon Feud

Test your lolita fashion knowledge with this J-Fashion twist on the classic game show "Family Feud."" Wear frills!"

Lolita Fashion at the Office

Like lolita fashion, but want to wear it beyond events? Learn from style veteran fabrickind how to make lolita fashion office-friendly! This panel will cover how to adapt elements of lolita fashion to office-appropriate wear and how to incorporate your personal style when you can't wear lolita fashion to work.

Material Choices for Lolita Fashion

Want to get started sewing your own lolita fashion? Join fabrickind to learn which fabrics and trims will take you from ita to lolita! Panel will cover various fabrics and their uses, types of lace to look for, and basic sewing advice on working with these materials.

Metamorphose temps de fille - Brand Q&A

Lolita fashion brand Metamorphose temps de fille answers your submitted questions in this remote panel! Check our Twitter and Facebook pages for information on how to participate.

Metamorphose temps de fille - Fan Coordinate Review

Calling all Metamorphose fans! Join us for a remote panel with lolita fashion brand Metamorphose temps de Fille as they review your submitted coordinate photos. Show off your favorite looks featuring the brand's items! Check our Twitter and Facebook pages for information on how to participate.

Modern Kimono: Where to Shop!

Interested in modern kimono fashion but don't know where to start? We'll go over several online resources and ways to order directly from Japan! Including second hand, made to order, and inexpensive options. Join Halley, a very modern kimono enthusiast on an adventure in browsing her favorite contemporary kimono brands!

Posing for J-fashion

The perfect outfit deserves the perfect photo! Not sure what to do in front of the camera? Come get some practical posing tips and examples for looking your best in your pictures, and learn how you can flatter yourself and your coord! Here's your chance to ask questions and be posed for the perfect shot!

The History of Lolita Fashion

Come learn the history of Lolita fashion with Sarah Lynn. We will be discussing the past and future of EGL fashion!

Writing for J-fashion

As long as people have been wearing alternative Japanese fashion, they've been writing about it too! Discover the rich history of j-fashion magazines, blogs, and indie publications that continues to the present day and learn how you too can write about your j-fashion adventures.