Mori Girl: Part I

   Goth? Ehh...

 Punk? Maybe not.

Well, I guess just a hipster, then.

Noo!

  Finding one's personal style is difficult for some. Me? I know what I like, always have. Certainly my style has changed, but I essentially remain the same.

   And so, when I discovered the japanese subculture style Mori Girl, I was surprised and delighted that something so perfect really existed. Naturally, of course, Mori Girl deserves an explanation, which I will gladly give!

  What defines Mori? Well, the word, "Mori" means tree. The look of Mori Girl is that of "A Girl who Lives in the Forest." Natural fibers, vintage fabrics, scandinavian patterns, and a relaxed sillouette are all signatures of the style, but it is still such a new subculture that many different sorts of styles reside under the umbrella of "Mori."

   Mori Girl is a Lifestyle Subculture generally, meaning that the girls who wear it generally enjoy things associated with it, such as bike riding, reading, bookstores, tea...anything quiet and natural. Of course, to wear Mori, one does not need to ACT Mori, but if you are attracted to this style, there is a good chance you like those things. 

   Mori Girls make a gentle, avant-garde fashion statement. Anyone can make this style their own very easily, no Mori Girl looks alike. Certain articles of clothing are very common in a Mori Girl's wardrobe, and they are:

                      

 - Vintage Lace and Linen tunics and dresses

 -Wool hats, scarves, gloves

-Long plain or floral skirt

-Handmade tote or messanger bag

-leather lace-up boots

 There are many more items that can be considered Mori, but I hope that list can help you visualize this hard to catorgorize style. I plan to go more in-deth with more pictures and such in Mori Girl: Part II !