Basic Information
Chinese name: Loli
Foreign name: Lolitas
Japanese name: ロリ/るおぃた
Full name: Lolita Japanese
Gender: Female
Age: Range above 6 years old and below 15 years old
basic definition
Lolita (ロリ), is the abbreviation of Lolita (ロリータ, Lolita), Lolita originally referred to a novel "Lolita" in the United States, and later developed into a subculture in Japan. "Loli" or "Lolita" are used as nouns to refer to "girls" themselves, or to "women in loli costumes". However, as an adjective, it sometimes refers to "having a Lolita style". For example, Lolita fashion (ロリータ・ファッション, Lolita fashion) refers to fashion with a Lolita style, rather than referring to girls' clothes in general.
word origin
Derived from the French word très joli, translated as too cute, very beautiful. It is often used to describe children, and now it is often used to describe girls who are cute and cute.
The definition given in Loli's original source "Lolita" is "sexy girl", "8 to 14 years old". But it is generally agreed that "cute" is not "sexy".
There is a saying that originated from the novel "Lolita" (usually translated in Chinese as Lolita, or Lolita, written by Vladimirovich Nabokov, 1899-1977) in 1955. or Lolita). "Lolita" describes the story of a middle-aged professor who falls in love with a 12-year-old girl, Lolita. this book was banned at the time, and it has become a classic in literature. It was selected as the No. 4 English novel in the 20th century by Random House in the United States. Middle girls are set to be 15 years old. From then on, anyone with the characteristics of the heroine in the play was called "Lolita" or "Loli".
The first recognized loli role is the protagonist Princess Momo in "Magic のプリンセスミンキーモモ" (commonly translated as "Sweet Fairy") in 1982. "Magic のプリンセスミンキーモモ" is one of the "Magic Girl" series of animations, but "Magic Girl" is aimed at girls, and it is not weak, plus the limited publicity conditions at the time, not many people knew it.
loli officially appeared in the animation industry, and the loli craze began to sweep the entire ACG industry (Animation, Comic and Game), a large number of loli characters,
Feature classification
Sweet Love Lolita
Sweet Love Lolita means sweet and lovely little girl. Sweet Lolita is also known as Baby Lolita.
The colors of the clothes are mainly white, pink and broken flowers, and the skirt is bundled with a lot of lace and bows. The style is very cute, and it brings out the image of the doll, such as Aria in the sister princess.
Gothic Lolita
Gothic Lolita is less childlike than Sweet Love Lolita, and has more horror elegance and ladylike temperament.
It refers to the gothic doll dress of the European court, mainly in black and white, and is characterized by the same characteristics of angels and devils. Gives a cool feeling. Because the dress is more mature, it is most popular with OL customers.
Classical Lolita
Classical Lolita is noble like a noble girl and a little princess, and it is more temperamental than others.
Clothing materials are more refined materials and handmade, which can be described as luxurious. while the color
There are also relatively many choices, such as red wine and dark green that show aristocratic nobility, while black and white are forever. Even with pink and broken flowers, the style is relatively simple. The skirt is dominated by less lace, more cutting and lotus leaf pleats, showing a noble and elegant style.
Loli Division
Whether a girl is a Lolita or not depends on each person's definition: some are based on age (strict physical age), some are based on temperament (mental age, appearance age), and more strictly, both standards are In the end, what you want to achieve is what you think is what you think it is. In general, though, the necessary traits are "underdeveloped" (or not yet developed) and cuteness.
The definition of Loli's age in Lolita's book is 12-13 years old, that is, a young girl (not a child) who is growing and is about to mature but not yet mature. At this point, the division is based on. In the 1930s (1933-1936?), the United Kingdom launched a code to define the age of a girl:
age division
Under 8 years: girls.
8-12 years old: young girls.
13-18 year old girls.
18+: Adult female.
This division method, which is between mature and naive, can better reflect the charm of Loli.
mental division
Because of the popularity of animation today, there is a contradiction in the age division of loli, and there is a "psychological" division method. Some Loli control (high risk) proposes that there are many overlaps between Loli and young children in age, so they are divided according to "psychological". Psychological" classification. Young girls can refer to young girls under the age of 14 who have no subjective judgment and are guided. On the other hand, Loli refers to a little girl who has a certain subjective judgment meaning and has "semi-mature" cute attributes as Loli.
This division method can make it easier for young girls and loli to understand without being bound by age.
But these are all previous words. After evolution, the definition is relatively vague. Many people like the younger type, that is, before the age of 8, the ultra-low-age type Loli, and some people like the one who has entered adolescence and is about to mature, that is, 14-16 Aged, that is, mature Loli. Everyone loves, and they change according to their own.
In terms of age, 12-15 is standard Loli (12-14 years old if it meets China's national conditions), 7-12 is Alice-style Loli, and below 7 is High Loli. Those lolicons that have strict age requirements are also classified accordingly. For the first category, they are called loliconn, the second category is alikon, and the third category is haikon.
From the perspective of appearance characteristics, Loli's basic height is below 150, which is equivalent to the height of primary school students or first-year students. There are generally two types, one is Sweet Love Loli, most of them are of this kind. The other is Elegant Gothic Loli (Gothic).
But regardless of age, maturity, or orthodox LOLI, they are all young and lovely symbols, treasures bestowed by God, elves in the mortal world, and angels in the world... But they are also the weakest and most in need of protection. Love every Loli like you cherish your own eyes, protect and care for them.
psychoanalysis
Generally speaking, LOLI gives people a sense of protection. Lolita is not only a fashion trend, but also a way for young people to express their emotional needs, or a self-protection weapon to make up for their lack of self-confidence. As the developmental psychologist Allison pointed out, young people are in the stage of "self-knowledge and confusion". They often have innocence and dreams, and have a desire to get rid of the constraints of reality. Tradition, expecting attention, understanding, recognition and genuine acceptance from others.
The "loli" here is only used as a noun, not an adjective, because "lolicon" only refers to people who like girls or people who like "women who wear loli", but does not include "loli who likes to wear loli". "dressed" women.
Loli type
little princess
This kind of loli has a natural noble temperament, elegant, polite, smart, lively, cute, well-behaved, willful, and generally has some unrealistic fantasies, especially the stories of knights and princes, and firmly believe that a certain person is his own knight, Always protect her happiness...
Representatives: Youngberry (Rose Girl), Illya (Fate/Stay Night), Jiang Lihua (Rebel Lelouch R2), Hinako (Sister Princess)
little girl at home
The biggest characteristic of this type of loli is that she is well-behaved and cute, and she is always gentle and considerate to the people around her, maybe she is soft on the outside and firm on the inside. I like to do housework, and most of them are good at cooking. If there is an untidy brother in the family, I usually complain about him, but in fact I like it very much. In short, I stand behind you and give you silent support.
Representative characters: Nagase Minato (The Street Dyeing Red), Asahina Mikuru (The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya)
not large
This kind is special. Most of them are psychological loli, but the children in high school love to walk on the shadow of the person they like. In their twenties, they still call themselves by their name. In their hearts, they will always believe that the world is beautiful and the person they love. He also loves himself, with a childishness and innocence that is not commensurate with his age, but sometimes shows a mature side.
Representatives: Kanao Kanzuo (Air), Tsukimiya Ayu (Kanon), Ifuko (Clannad)
queen type
They are all born noble and impeccable in temperament and etiquette, but they always make people fear her, like to boss people (especially to those they like) in a commanding tone, and generally have a bad temper. They may appear mature and graceful if they throw tantrums when their demands are not met, but at times they may unwittingly show a childish side.
Representatives: Ma Red (Rose Girl), Macheng Limo (Guardian Sweetheart), Victoria (GOSICK), Dalian (Dantrian's Bookshelf), Remilia Scarlet (Oriental Project), Kacha Ikaterina Kulaye (Alchemist of Stigmata) Ai Haibara (Detective Conan)
black belly
This type of loli is always full of bad water, and often uses acting disguise to cover it up, so that people always look full of laughter, gentle and harmless, and kind, but they can be seen in a few seconds. Plan out exactly what steps you can take to voluntarily fall into a cesspool three meters away. Full of eccentricities and mischief, he takes pleasure in tricking others, and has the image of a little devil.
Representative characters: Tsui Xingshi (Rose Girl), Matsuoka Miyu (Strawberry Marshmallow), Kunou Rin (Lori's Time), Snow Village Apricot (Hatsune Island 2)
timid
They are like little white rabbits, with petite bodies and timid personalities. Even if she looked at her for a few more seconds, she would blushed because of this, lowered her head, and rubbed the corners of her clothes with both hands. She is extremely sensitive to things around her, and although she doesn't speak often, what she says is always critical. When meeting strangers, they may hide directly and dare not show their faces. Even a greeting can make them blush to the bottom of their ears.
Representative characters: Aria (sister princess), Sakuragi Jasmine (strawberry marshmallow), Kurom Skull (tutor)
natural dull
This type is generally very slow to respond, and will often be tricked by people for this. Always with a sleepy look on his face. Seemingly stupid, knowledge or behavior that deviates somewhat from the realm of common sense, and which I have no awareness or awareness of, is often compared to an innocent personality overall. Occasionally show "daze" behavior. Actions are sometimes very young, accompanied by discord with ignorance and common sense.
Representatives: Hiiragi (Lucky Star), Okazaki Shio (Clannad), Canary (Rose Girl), Ring Rinko (Summer Miracle), Moe Road (Sanhua Remi)
naive
To a certain extent, it is similar to the natural dull type. But unlike the naturally dumb loli, they are usually very energetic. Her personality is generally lively
Love, cheerful and carefree. She is bright in everything she sees, and has an optimistic personality. She is very comforting. Anyone can be infected by their happiness. She is a kind of warm and healing girl who makes people feel comfortable no matter how you look at them. Sometimes he is a little willful and stubborn, and he is slow to feelings.
Representative characters: Kinomoto Sakura (Cardcaptor Sakura), Honma Meiko (unknown flower name), Yuki Miya (Guardian Sweetheart), Hanaki Yuka (Summer Miracle), Youngberry (Rose Girl)
mature-like
) The exact opposite of naivety, they exude a precocious temperament far beyond their age. They are either taciturn or expressionless, and they do things with a clear purpose. They are independent and stubborn. Although they are young, they have a good understanding of the dark side of people. The formation of her character is related to her life or environment. The LOLI of this character generally lacks love, or has suffered a lot of pressure since childhood, or the family environment is cruel, these reasons are caused. But they all retain the most primitive and innocent side in their hearts.
Representative characters: Fett Testrosa Harawin (Magic Girl Nanoha), Ania (Rebel Lelouch R2), Mizuyoshi Saji (Summer Miracle), Haibara Ai (Detective Conan) ), Mercury Lamp (Rose Girl), Kushina Anna (K)
middle type
The second disease refers to a state of self-awareness. "Secondary school" is the Japanese term for "second grade of junior high school". The second-grade disease is literally understood as: some morbid self-awareness of teenagers in the second grade of junior high school. In fact, it is not limited to the second grade of junior high school, and it may not be regarded as a disease in the formal sense. This is just a joke. Secondary patients like to be immersed in their own world, and secondary Lolita is no exception. No one can understand the thoughts of Zhong Er. Maybe you will laugh at them, but who hasn't imagined that he has super powers or something? The cuteness of Zhong Er Loli is somewhat erotic and some evil. It is undeniable that Zhong Er Lolita is a new dish in today's Lolicon.
Representative characters: Hanasegawa Kouto (I have very few friends), Wugen Ruri (my sister can't be so cute), Little Bird Tour Liuhua (The second disease also has to fall in love)
Karate type
There are many karate-themed movies, but the Japanese movie "High Kick Girl" left the deepest impression on the audience. Fans who practiced karate by themselves applauded loudly. They thought it was a very watchable movie. It is a teaching film; and pure fans will scold what kind of bad film this is, because there is basically nothing to watch except for the girl's thighs, and the slow-motion, which seems to be rather meaningless, is even more To those fans who went to the movie plot shouted disappointment.
Known by the majority of the people as "the cutest karate girl in Japan", the young girl with a cute face is a first-class player in real karate - No. 1 in Japan, No. 3 in the world, professional career The 180 wins and 20 losses in the game may make many people stay away from this thin girl who is only 1.5 meters tall. But there's a reason why the all-Japan champion was reduced to a supporting role in the karate-themed film "High Kick Girl."
Attributes that make up LOLI
Identity: For example, childhood sweetheart (To Heart), magician (Cardcaptor Sakuragi no Sakura), maid (Magic Housekeeper Mabo), teacher (Happy Lesson one character Mutsuki), righteous sister (D.C.da capo Asakura sound dream) , Miko (Kannaduki Miko Himeko), Fairy (Tide of Rhode Island War), Robot (To Heart Maruki), Student (Clannad Ifuko), Young Girl (Strawberry Marshmallow Miu) Puppet (Rose Maiden Canary), etc.
Appearance features: Appearance can also be distributed with hairstyles, clothing and physiques, such as cat ears (Di Gi Charat digital child), glasses girl (strawberry marshmallow Sakuragi Jasmine), poor milk (Zero's magician Louise), mechanical girl ( Humanoid Computer Angel Heart Chi), Maid Costume (Mechanical Maid Awei), Witch Costume (Cicada Pear Flower), Student Uniform (Tiger Aizaka Dahe), Ji Hair Style (Rebel Lelouch Kagura), Double Ponytail (AIR Xiaoman) etc.
Personality: For example, savage (Xana, the burning-eyed Shana), shy (the CLAMP Academy Detective Team Azusa Ye Nagisa), natural (lucky star Hiiragi), gentle (Rose Girl Cang Star Stone), hot (Rose Girl Cuixing Stone) , Black Belly (School Alice Imai Hotaru), etc.
Language: For example, no mouth (Mobile Battleship Hoshino Ruri), Kansai accent (School Alice Sakura Mikan), mouth addiction (AIR Kamio Kanzuo), poisonous tongue (Rose Girl Cui Xingshi), Otaku Tone (Whirlwind Butler 3000) Hospital Nagi)
Behaviors: For example, wake up the protagonist every morning to go to school (To Heart Shin Kishi), love to hug the bear toy (Poison Earl Cain Mary Wessa), school gates and other school (heartbeat recalls Shiori Fujisaki), love bento (heartbeat recalls Hongye Saxi) , violence (Dance-HIME), easy to fall (full metal frenzy Tessa), etc.
