Growing up as a 90s kid, my day would not be complete without watching my favorite animes. Whether it’s a weekend morning or a weekday afternoon, Card Captor Sakura, Slam Dunk, Flame of Recca, Sailor Moon, and many more will always be a part of my day-to-day activities.
Fast forward to the new millennia and I still find myself immersed in the world of kage bunshins, mugiwara, and human-eating titans. That is why I couldn’t help but squeal like a fangirl when I came across these anime-inspired bags by Dorotee Sweetlips, a local Lolita and kawaii-centric brand owned by Ms. Justine Chantelle Abad, a 28-year old mother who advocates empowerment and individuality through fashion. Check out my top three picks below and see the overflowing cuteness that will not only bring back some childhood nostalgia, but will also unleash the inner kawaii in you!
3. Sailor Moon (Luna and Artemis)
Luna in Black
Artemis in White
“… sa ngalan nang kapangyarihan ng buwan, ‘parurusahan kita!”
Who will ever miss out this particular catchphrase? Sailor Moon was like the It girl of the 90s. She and the other super sailors were the epitome of girl power. While the show focused on their adventures, we can never forget about Luna and Artemis, Sailor Moon and Sailor Venus’ respective cats, who were there for the girls through thick and thin. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the series or just someone who genuinely loves felines, these bags are definitely for you!
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2. Studio Ghibli (Totoro and No Face)
Totoro from My Neighbor Totoro
No Face from Spirited Away
Studio Ghibli movies are the kind of films that you never get tired of watching. Relieve those bittersweet childhood memories of yours through these Totoro and No Face-inspired bags!
1. Card Captor Sakura
CCS fans, rejoice! We might have to wait until early next year before we can completely fangirl over the Card Captor Sakura: Clear Card Arc, but why not celebrate in advance the much-awaited comeback of Sakura Kinomoto through this perfect blush pink bag which makes you want to sing “Do! Do! Do! Dreaming~!”
Aside from the outright kawaiiness, what I really love about Dorotee Sweetlips’ bags is that even though the inspirations came from another country, these bags are ethically made from Marikina by a small family of bag crafter and, as such, are proudly gawang Pinoy. So, whether they’re to accentuate your daily OOTDs or to simply show-off your fangirl side, make sure to check out these bags today!
Disclaimer: All photos are from Dorotee Sweetlips’ facebook account unless otherwise stated.
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The raffle will run from October 23, 2017 to October 30, 2017 and winners will be announced on November 3, 2017 in this article. Read on for the complete details.
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