Blog | Fumiko Kawa

European Mode by Bunka Gakuen Costume Museum

2012-05-19T22:44:00.001+08:00

Bunka Gakuen Costume Museum is holding a charming exhibition from 12 April until 02 June 2012.
This exhibition is related to the fashion among Europe for the last 200 years,
named "European Mode".

France_1770

France_1957

France_1972

This exhibition which focus to show the fashion changing era and prints technology among European.
Social background changes make the fashion more variety,
and we could see the fashion style become more and more precise and young.

(Left): 1810 (Right): 1830

(Left): 1855 (Right): 1872

(Left): 1930 (Right): 1900

(Left): 1948 (Right): 1968

(Left): 1966 (Right): 1970

It's great to review all of the fashion style at the same time,
get a better understanding about the evolution of European Mode.

Links A La Mode: 10th May 2012

2012-05-17T22:22:00.000+08:00

one of my blog post been featured at Links A La Mode: 10th May 2012 by IFB.
and here are some inspiring posts which included current fashion trends, inspiration, DIY and more.
have a look^^

Miss Vicki Secrets: New Bloggers In Town
Tobruck Ave: Pioneer Girl
Ma Derniere Addiction: Flamingo
Urbanite: The Artist
DIY Diaries: In All My Glittery Goodness
Boheme Noir: The Return of Matching Shoes & Bags
A Woman Like Me: Neon Wish List
The Chic Street: The Vested Interest
Camo Meets Couture: Color Me Coral
The Citizen Rosebud: Your Little Red Dress
The Style Confessions: How To Make A Fashion Trend Yours
Fashionopolis: Trend Spotting – Colored Jeans
Fashionista’s Diary: DIY Colorblock Bangle
The Simply Luxurious Life: Why Not Wear A Pencil Skirt?
Net Vignette: Shopping Fashion Blogger’s Closets
A Little Too Much: I Heard You Like The Wild Ones
Fumiko Kawa: Whip My Hair
The Style Safari: Weekend Prep
In Pursuit of Style: Orbit
Welcome To My Closet: What Would Alana Do?

SPONSOR:

New Satchels at Shopbop: Anya Hindmarch, MBMJ Satchels, Tory Burch, Chanel, 3.1 Lim , Red Valentino, Chloé, Messengers, KORS, Jerome Dreyfuss, Beach Bags, Shop Minkoff & Cambridge Satchels

hope you all enjoy the post like me^^

JAGR mag

2012-05-13T23:17:00.000+08:00

JAGR mag,
A new independent webzine from a team of creativity has launched!
it's cover art, culture, values and lifestyle..
do check it out ^^

JAGR ざっし、
クリエーティブのひとはこれあたらしい独立ざっしをつかいっているんです。
内容はアートとぶんかとライフスタイルがありますよ！
みなさん、
いっしょにチェックしましょう＾＾

～ふみこ

give me a real star

2012-05-13T00:06:00.004+08:00

when I first to see the tattoos on Angelina Jolie,
I told myself that I will make it one, at least...
in future : p

so how you guys think about fake tattoos?
when I received a package from faketattoos.se
I'm very happy and so expected to try them all,
there are cross prints, swallow ans stars.

I always paste the fake tattoos on my wrist or near the part of ankle,
but this time,
I tried something new.
I paste the stars' fake tattoo on my
lace up boots^^
[more fake tattoos styling soon]

it's quite nice,
refreshing and lovely!
I hope you all like it just like me,
and maybe it's time for you to make it one on your boots too^^

beads tank & boots from vintage store; sheer skirt from Fumiko Kawa DIY;

stars tattoos from Fake Tattoos

once again,
thanks for Ana from Fake Tattoos
and of course Fake Tattoos!

whip my hair

2012-05-04T23:07:00.001+08:00

I will not giving up...
and I know there is always a hope..
at there..

keep it up with the only hope,
whip my hair..
and..
fuel the desire inside of my heart.
I know I will be fine.

walk into the abyss

2012-05-01T23:15:00.000+08:00

you will have a wish at your birthday,
maybe more than one..
I always have a little wish,
but I know it's actually a big dream which cant reach so easily.

I can think of the little wish when I have my wish at my birthday,
for everytime, every year..
and I know most of the people will think in same way, just like me.
world peace.
what's about you all?^^

I read news about Bersih 3.0 which happened in Malaysia on 28 April 2012.
it's really regret to hear that, and really sad...
I fully understand there is so much problem which cant be solved easily in a country,
even in our world.
but, I just feel so sad...
maybe there is still a way to figure out,
or maybe all of us could sit together and discuss with the problems,
or maybe there is no injury caused in the incident,
maybe...
unfortunately,
there is no maybe in this world.

sometimes, fashion has the power to make people feel better,
I found an article which is related to "World Peace Action List",
and the most interesting part: there is an action [#189] stated
- create a World Peace Fashion Line!

Could it be completed?
Does it will bring a little change to this world?

French Connection clutch

Ring

Blouse

Top

Shorts

Dr. Martens ankle booties

Shakuhachi dress

I'm dreaming of these fashion items for the Spring,
maybe they could brighten our day a little bit..
who knows?

new fumikokawa.com

2012-04-29T22:42:00.000+08:00

here we have a new season,
new clothes, maybe.
and new webpage design.

my friend photographed this pretty photo which I really
in love with.
there is a beautiful place, feeling warm at there,
enjoy the every moments at there.
[more photos soon]
and adding with some interesting words on it.

the Japanese language statement which means,
the warmest place is where I wish to go.
I always hope that there is somewhere we could peacefully
living, experiencing and feeling.
the place we could always be ourselves,
with touch of warm.

hope you all like it^^

Links A La Mode: 19th April 2012

2012-04-27T23:03:00.000+08:00

here again my Fashion Trends in Japan blog post been featured in Links A La Mode, 19th April 2012.
have a look with these 20 posts, to delight your day!

Barefoot Duchess: My “More & Less & Must” List for Welcoming Summer
Bugwear: Polka Dots and Glitter and Bling…Oh My!
Corinne Monique: Valentina, Valentino
Dress Code, High Fashion: Runway Trend S/S ‘12: Harnesses, Corset & Waist Belts
Fashionista’s Diary: DIY Rope Necklace
Fasshonaburu: How to Look Conference Chic
Fumiko Kawa: Fashion Trends in Japan 2012
Ms. Fabulous: 10 Ways to Green Your Closet
My Style Ramblings: Style Icon: Stevie Nicks
Real Girl Glam: How to Manicure…Gold-Flecked Nails
Silk and Spice: Spring/Summer 2012 Trends: Runway vs. Real Way
Synthetic Elegance: Trendspotting – The Return of Sporty Spice
The Classic Woman: The Style of Michelle Obama
The Refined Hippy: 5 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day
The Sparkle in Her Eye: 15 Key Pieces: Building a Timeless, Yet Modern Accessory Wardrobe
The Stranger: Mojoism and My Illegible Handwriting
The Stunning Look: Meow!
Tiffany Squared: Why It Works…Skirts with Volume
Tobruck Ave: DailybuzzStyle: 9×9
Yellow Cupcakes: Bicycle Accessories

SPONSOR:

Wrap Dresses at Shopbop: Waist Defining, Edith Miller, MinkPink, Zac Posen, Maxi Skirts, L.A.M.B., Reem Acra, Thakoon, James Perse Dresses, Milly Dresses, ALC, Work &Jersey dresses

hope you all enjoy the post like me^^

Cocorobi by Topshop

2012-04-24T21:59:00.000+08:00

Topshop created a limited edition petite sweets which called 'Cocorobi'
to promote the importance of eating healthy.
Macrobiotic is the main concept behind this pop up booth.

to raise the awareness of inner beauty,
begin to know more about Macrobiotic.
the Cocorobi is made with organic materials,
and the sugar is out from the recipe!
safe to eat^^

eat with more healthy,
bring out the beauty from inner side.

Wellness for Fashion.

it's available at 3 venues; Laforet Harajuku, Shinjuku Miraza and Lukua Osaka store.
starts from 22 April 2012.

Fashion Trends in Japan [April 2012]

2012-04-21T23:16:00.000+08:00

here we are for this lovely month, Spring^^
let's have a look what's trends are heating on Japan streets now!

spotted: oversize knits

* oversize knit.
* the piece which you cant missed off if you are a mininalistic-fashion lover!

spotted: denim shirts

* denim shirt.
* it's still the only love among Japanese girls!

spotted: ripped

* ripped denim.
* the best item to create a boyish style!

spotted: hoodies

* hoodies.
* we need a sporty look in this Spring!

spotted: white

* white shirts.
* the best item to create the most classic pretty colour match!

spotted: army green

* army green.
* military shirt is the new black!

spotted: oversize tee

* oversize-tee.
* to create relaxing style!

spotted: trench coat

* cargo trench coat.
* the cute piece to create a layering Spring style!

spotted: fringe

* fringe.
* I guess that Spring is the best season to be a cool cow-girl!

spotted: coloured-sleeves

* coloured-sleevs tee.
* sporty pieces to match with your sneakers!

spotted: tuxedo-tee

* tuxedo shirt.
* great cutting to emphasize your perfect body shape!

spotted: colourful jeans

* colourful skinny jeans.
* I bet you maybe in love with the skinny jeans, try some colours in this Spring!

spotted: vintage sunglasses

* vintage sunglasses.
* always the item which to create your perfect sweety vintage look!

spotted: ribbons

* ribbons.
* ribbons all the way, to create girly fashion style!

spotted: lovely accessories

* characters + lips-shaped accessories.
* try it on!

spotted: sporty shoes

spotted: thick-wedges

* sports shoes + black thicky-wedges.
* both are the must-haves which you must try it in this Spring!

spotted: colourful beauty care items

spotted: colours

* colours.
* Spring, always the seasons with pretty colours!

spotted: bow hair accessories

* mini hair-accessories.
* knots your hair with different braids, and remember adds on with some lovely mini bows..
trust me, you will gonna love it!

creative street fashion always inspires you and me,
hope you all are enjoy the fashion trend in Japan on this month!
see you next month!
love you all^^

* Fashion Trends in Japan [January 2012] click here
* Fashion Trends in Japan [February 2012] click here
* Fashion Trends in Japan [March 2012] click here

for the previous years' post[2011] about Fashion Trends in Japan, click here to see more.

you could have the world

2012-04-16T22:42:00.001+08:00

sometimes, we just run out of colour choice.
black and white could be the one colour match which you could choose for.

it's creates a straight-forward colour crush, yet simple.
we could bring out our expression directly,
through this colour match,
just like we have hold this world tightly with our own way.

way in fashion.

wonderful feeling

2012-04-14T00:00:00.003+08:00

here we come for a high-tech society,

with no much of contribution, connection and communication.

we are always done things with ourselves,

we are not really pleased to do this, but...

in the circumstances, we need to.

although there is hard to find a source of light with warm condition,

we have one thing which we should always appreciated,

feeling.

childhood inspired from tumblr images

let's us back for some wonderful memories which we might used to have..

there's fun in Spring

2012-04-08T23:24:00.001+08:00

there is no right or wrong in our life,
all depends on your own perspective towards what's happening around you.
I just can't resist to observe,
on streets, people and my life.

it's time to put on your sneakers,
and rocks on this Spring, my dear^^

you make me feel

2012-04-04T22:24:00.001+08:00

in a quite nice place with my friend.
and walked around the place,
while replied messages from my readers :)

different layers from this inspiring ceiling,
makes me want to design a piece, in this moment.

dognuts

2012-03-29T23:38:00.000+08:00

learning a new language is kind of interesting experience,
I wish I could have more time to learn more.
found out this lovely and inspiring donuts product design,
so here to share with you all^^

actually I get an offer from London College of Fashion,
but now I struggling between two places.
which are London and New York,

you guys have any recommendations or ideas which you are wish to
share with me here? :)
I would love to hear them.

Tsumori Chisato x Ladurée Macaroon

2012-03-24T23:07:00.000+08:00

Macaroon always give us a little bit of creativity.
Tsumori Chisato collaborated with Ladurée macaroon and
bring us a special beading box with a candle cup to celebrate its 150th anniversary.

it's so meticulous and precious edition,
and designed with the cherry blossom feel.

it's available from 16.03.2012,
check it out for more information here

Fashion Trends in Japan [March 2012]

2012-03-19T23:50:00.000+08:00

forgive me for the lack of blogging recently :(
I'm on Japanese Language class and exam preparation,
just over to meet with the international coordinator from UK.

hope you guys are always fine and happy!
and I will keep updating here to share everything in meticulous once I catch up
more time! ")

here to share fashion trends in Japan on March, now...

spotted: denim shirt

* denim shirt always the best choice for Spring, lovely bites!
* if you not interested in simple plain denim shirt, go for the studded collar denim shirt^^

spotted: stripy dress

* stripes, no doubt for Spring..
but, in dress^^

spotted: cardigan

* knit cardigan.
* light and sweet fabric which create the girl-next-door style^^

spotted: crochet top

* crochet top.
* match with the shorts, relaxing style to go!

spotted: pastel tones

* pastel tone.
* create light and airy style.

spotted: printed jacket

* prints, prints and more prints!
* a sporty jacket for a spring look^^

spotted: orange-ish shorts

* orange-ish shorts to die for.
* match with a plain top + high-knees socks^^

spotted: bright colours

* bright young things.
* colour for colourful season!

spotted: peplum skirt

* skirt with peplum-shaped.
* create the lovely style for women,

spotted: beaded accessories

* beads all the way.
* choose a beading bracelet for your spring!

spotted: coloured-frames

* coloured-framed sunglasses for a vintage look^^

spotted: bags

* shoulder bag, canvas bag, clutch and bucket bag.
* all the bags are to die for, and easy to mix and match in simple style.

spotted: straw shoes

* straw wedges with prints are very nice match with one-piece dress!

spotted: natural hairstyle

* natural curves.
* brownish dye colour to create a more layering and pretty hairstyle.

hope you all enjoy this post ^^

* Fashion Trends in Japan [January 2012] click here
* Fashion Trends in Japan [February 2012] click here

for the previous years' post[2011] about Fashion Trends in Japan, click here to see more.

macaron-inspired accessories

2012-03-10T23:53:00.001+08:00

just done for my Japanese Language Test. and here I am for the other level,

it's still interesting, but more difficult.

quite fun with the language stuff, it's separating for different level..

which included how polite you are when you are speak in Japanese.

Q-pot introduce a super kawaii accessories which are appeared in limited pieces,

and it's available at the store right now,

included Osaka, Yokohama, Nagoya and Takashimaya.

it's about a macaron series.

charm, necklace and strap.

there are four types of macaron:

health and beauty,

which used pearl as the embellishment on the accessories.

Pearl represents the power of beauty and health, adding on with the rose-shaped embellishment..

it's very suit for those women who seek for more feminine and lovely item to wear.

coins and mocha cream,

lovely colour to show the tasteful of mocha macaron.

life and moon.

purple colour which represent the mysterious of life,

we can't expect things that happened in our life,

but we could experience it with great ways.

love and heart,

it's not necessary to explain what's it mean of.

have one for you and your love!

Fashion Trends in Japan [February 2012]

2012-03-05T23:22:00.001+08:00

I brought my Canon to the service center, shutter seems like stuck when I shoot the higher speed images :(
I very enjoy in learning Japanese Language, it's interesting..
yet refreshing for me.
I wish to take some photos about the process of it,
and share with your guys^^
anyway, will do it after I get my Canon back.

so, it's another month to cheer for Japanese fashion.
let's check it out what's heating the Japan streets on this month!

spotted: floral prints

* it's time to enjoy your spring^^
* lively colour, patterns which bring you the most enjoyable season ever.

spotted: wine red

* pretty, princess and lovely colour.

spotted: khakis

* pants which are easier to mix and match with layering style.

spotted: grey denim

* grey denim to bring cooler street style.

spotted: oversize jacket + mini skirt

* great layering.
* well balancing with interesting style.

spotted: cat's kawaii prints

* lovely pattern to die for.

spotted: metallic item

* sequin makes everything shiny.

spotted: old school coat

* old school vintage style.
* match with simple pieces to create minimalistic look.

spotted: fake eye-lashes + coloured-contact lens

* Japanese girls love to have a pair of bigger eyes, so do I :)

spotted: patterned socks/tights

* patterned tights and socks make your style more interesting and street casual cool :)

spotted: unique + bright-toned bags

* brightly and shiny coloured-bag.
* especially bao bao by Issey Miyake^^

spotted: sneakers/creepers/flats

* ahhhh.. all I want now is a pair of creepers,
and adding on with my DIY prints/embellishments :)

spotted: braided + airy hairstyle

* natural hairstyle is always the better choice to create a feminine look!

hope you all enjoy this 'late' post,
so so sorry due to my busy workload...
I'll try my best for this month! ^^

* Fashion Trends in Japan [January 2012] click here

for the previous years' post[2011] about Fashion Trends in Japan, click here to see more.

Pulse +++

2012-02-25T23:40:00.000+08:00

hope everyone have a wonderful day^^
Collection 'Pulse +++' by the graduates from Esmod Japon will be hold at Kyocera Dome Osaka,
on 10 March 2012.

it's always inspiring to see the graduate collection,
creativity is flying everywhere.
you may found out they are fantastic creation which
brings out the daring and not giving up spirit through their design.

it's really a tough job to become a fashion designer,
so I always respect for their design,
even wish to know more the story behind of the collection.

how you guys thinks about fashion designer?
do share with me^^)

print prints

2012-02-20T23:01:00.001+08:00

busy for my Japanese language class, so
how about you guys?
genki desu ka.

it's not easy to learn a new language,
when you need to attend the class and working as well.
and I still need to do my portfolio too.
life's hard, even harder when you have so much things to do.
but, it's happy, satisfied and seems like you just follow what's you really want to achieve in your life.

vest + zig zag dress from Japan; floral skirt from Fumiko Kawa DIY; wedges from Taiwan

after the coming March, I'll work on some fashion + photography project
with my friends and my Japanese sense.
hope it would go well.

and how are you all recently?
[simply drop me a comment or email, I want to hear you^^]

black in massive

2012-02-17T23:59:00.000+08:00

treats the life seriously,
you will know that you have so much things to be done.

I like the feel of 'non-stop-busy',
it's tired, stressed, but I could feel the life...
with heart.

sharing these pictures with you all,
I like the massiveness and silence of the black power.
hope you all to be inspired too :)

massive-black from tumblr images [do let me know the source if you have it^^]

Japan Valentine's Choco

2012-02-13T23:17:00.000+08:00

you guys read the inspiration for the nails art in my Valentine's Glitter post?
nice one?
I really like the Hello Kitty patterns :)

here I found an interesting video [attached as following]
which introduce Valentine's Day in Japan.
again, Japan have another surprise to us with providing kinds of chocolate to send to your loved one.
there are Honmei, Giri, Tomo and Jibun Choco..
sounds yummy?

Honmei Choco means favourite chocolate, which you will need to send to your lover.
It's more expensive and most of them are home-made choco.

Giri Choco is very interesting, there are two types; Giri Choco and Cho-Giri Choco.
means obligatory chocolate and ultra-obligatory chocolate.
Giri Choco which presents to someone like your boss, colleagues and male friends..
and the Cho-Giri Choco is send to someone you really don't want to give the chocolate.. : p kawaii desu.

Tomo Choco represents friends.
you are simply send this to your BFF!

[don't eat me, I'm love love panda]

and the last one, Jibun Choco means the chocolate for yourself!!
that's cool.. I think this is the main thing we all obsessed with Japanese culture ^^

so, what's kinds of choco you will send it out in this year?
do share with me!

Valentine's Glitter

2012-02-12T23:36:00.001+08:00

I won't going to say a 'Happy Valentine's Day'.

it's not that I don't want to bless all of the happy couples,

but, I just want all of us stay healthy, happiness and the thing I always blessing for..

world peace!
Happy Valentine's Everyday :)

even though you all don't have a Happy Valentine's Day from me,

but I definitely would like to introduce a pretty nail art [click here]

you guys could try it at home,
it's lovely Hello Kitty nails art^^

instead of wear it out on 14 February; you could make some adjustment on colour,

and wear it out in usual days too :)

I really dying to try some lovely nails art, maybe a cute little swallow..
unfortunately, I need to sew.. practice.. and work..
it's not an easy job to keep my works run smoothly, if I have these nails art..
sigh..
anyway, do share with me if you having a fantastic nail art now or later : p

here is some inspiration for your lovely nails!

love-hearts inspired from;
1. chocolatlove 2. 3. 4. 5. unknown
6. hypebeast 7. wah-nails 8. jeanettevuong 9. nail-classes 10. layoutsfinder

Got Meadham Kirchhoff?

2012-02-08T23:41:00.001+08:00

Meadham Kirchhoff keeps to bring us the surprise.

feeding us with lots of candy-like fashion pieces in SS12, too Harajuku.

and I especially like the pair of maxi-wedges, with sequin ruffles.

I would like to pair this with black bow-suspenders pattern tights.

how about you? ^^