I'm really into gyaru style!! (gyaru: In Japan most people know the common Gyaru GAL Styles such as Kogal, or Ganguro, but most people don’t know the difference or actually how many different styles there are!{got it from a japan mag..} there’s a lot …A LOT!)
1. Amura - A girl who chooses to follow the look of Namie Amuro…who is rumored to have started the kogal fashion trend with her tan skin and light brown hair and pre-disposition to wear tiny skirts and high boots.
2. B-Gyaru - Despite popular belief B-Gyaru aren’t trying to look like Black women, they are copying R&B artists who are predominately African American. The style is distinguishable only by a very dark tan(whereas Yamanba/Ganguro/Gonguro are mostly tan make-up or bronzer, the B-Gyaru tan is 100% permanent with upkeep of course) and the hairstyles which are mostly micro-braids, cornrows, and almost always extensions.
3. Banba/Bamba - The style is much more raaku (rock) than the previous gal styles. The style is characterized by fishnet and bright colors but most importantly high stiletto boots and as much streetwalker apparel as a gal is allowed outside of Las Vegas. Not to be confused with Manba, though the hair styles are very similar. A Banba can be classified by pale or dark skin depending on preference. The teased bee-hive-esque do seem to be a favorite (think Elvira) as well as the bright colors.
4. Baika / Bozosoku - Biker style is characterized by lots of black/bright colors, and leather, chains, and plaid. The style is usually isolated to Banba/Bambas, but there are exceptions. The style is surprisingly feminine and nods to the Vivienne Westwood-punk-bondage styles of the 70’s/80’s in the U.K. Light white panda make-up is applied to the corners as well as some black liner for contour. The hair is usually similar to banba style but can also be cornrows/braids/or faux-hawks. A popular follower of Baika style is Hiromi Endo who epitomizes it with her fierce expression and up until recently jet black hair…which is uncharacteristic for a GAL to remain raven-headed.
5. Ganguro - Moderately tanned gyaru. One of the first styles to emerge when “Kogal” began tanning more heavily and took the initiative to take contouring make-up (the white on the bridge of the nose and through the eyes) to a new level. They tend to wear GAL brands as well as whatever the new trend is. The hairstyles usually lean more towards soft waves or stick straight hair with plenty of volume or spiral curled ends. Fake nails are a must or at least some hint of a manicure. Footwear is seasonal, but I can tell you go-go boots and tube top skirts are out.
6. Himegyaru - Meaning Princess GAL it is a style characterized by pink make-up and long eyelashes as well as either tan or very light skin. Huge hair in a bouffant/beehive is practically the uniform. Himegyaru wear Liz Lisa typically because the brand sums up the style. Lots of fur and rich materials as well as lace and velvet are common. High heels are always a must, as well as a good structured handbag preferably white, black, or pink. Animal prints as well as rhinestones, roses, orchids, and other flowers. Pearl and cameo inlays and beadwork on nails is a big trend. Hair is teased up on top and curled tightly in spirals on the bottom. Hair color is always caramel, black, or dark brown. Rarely is hair dyed white and never unnatural colors. Casual Himegyaru can be confused with Oneegyaru.
7. Kogyaru / Kogal - A high school girl who chooses to hinder her skin tone and hair color to go against standards set by her school to dictate what she wears or doesn’t wear, kogal are set apart from others because of their need to stay “Kawaii” (Cute) ?and one step ahead of fashion trends.
8. Mago-garu - A girl not yet in high school but in junior high who follows GAL fashion.
9. Manba / Mamba - The updated version of Yamamba, is for the most part exactly the same only the make-up is much more powdery and blended better, and often the clothing is Alba Rosa, Cocolulu, and fairly non-beach related clothing. However, 4 inch strappy sandals and Capri pants are all too common.
10. Oneegyaru - A GAL who is typically in her early to mid twenties that has reformed her previously wild GAL style into a sophisticated, and understated form of Ganguro. Many oneegyaru still tan and dye their hair light brown or blonde but choose to wear labels like Louis Vuitton, YSL, and Chanel.
11. Sentaa / Sentaa Guy - Sentaa or Sentaa Guys as for lack of a better term male Manbas…They wear the same Alba Rosa pants and have the same long lion manes teased up 4 inches. They wear the same make-up and even dress in tons of pink. One common difference is the amount of jewelry accosted by a Sentaa-Kun…usually tons of beaded “raver” bracelets or Madonna-esque jelly bracelets cling to their super tan arms. Flip flops are a must…flat ones.
I love her style soooo much
I dont think I'll be like all gyaru but I think I'll pick some cool stuff from their style 3nodding and if I really would want to be gyaru I should move to japan stare thou that would be soooo cool heart
I really would like to get a good tan at the moment i'm like snowwhiiiite but i'm wo0rking on it razz
Today I'm going to go shopping and buy some new clothes. I really want some new jeans and somekind of loose dress...I'll put some pics if I'll find something. (^v^)
Gyaru wears fashionable clothes but sometimes they also wear kigurumi
