42Lolita: Valentine’s Day Edit

It’s almost Valentine’s Day!! In this blog post, I’ll be sharing my Valentine’s Day edit featuring items from 42Lolita. If you’d like to shop there, use my code XIAOLILICOS for 5% off your order!

You’re going to see lots of pink and red in this edit. ❤ Now, onto the Valentine’s Day picks…

Sweet Bunny Plush Bag – so adorable! I love how this bunny is all dolled up in pastel pink. Perfect for Valentine’s Day! This bag comes with a Faux Pearl Crossbody Chain as well as Backpack Straps.

Sweet Tea Party Puppy JSK with Sash – This adorable JSK comes with a sash and features a print with puppies, cakes, and hearts motifs. This would be such a cute main piece for a Valentine’s Day coord!

Confession Balloon – Red Plaid Cake JSK + Blouse – I LOVE plaid and this red plaid JSK is so sweet, and the photoshoot the brand did even has the Valentine vibe with the heart balloons. I haven’t seen the anime Shugo Chara yet, but this is a Shugo Chara Collaboration, which would make it the perfect gift for a Shugo Chara fan!

Girl’s Secret – Pink Sweet Lolita JSK – I love the details on this JSK! So many delicate lace details, plus big dramatic pink bows and pearl chains. The pink and white colorscheme is perfect for Valentine’s Day!

Country Lolita Bonnet – This bonnet is so elegant and comes in many diffferent colors! I’m highlighting the smoky pink colorway which gives off Valentine vibes.

One Night – Pointy Toe Wedding Bride Lolita Heels – There are multiple colors available, but I’m highlighting the burgundy red colorway since red is my favorite color, plus red is perfect for Valentine’s Day! These shoes would be perfect for an OTT or hime lolita coord.

If you’ve shopped at 42lolita before, I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Don’t forget to use my coupon code XIAOLILICOS for 5% off your order! Thanks for reading, and happy shopping!!

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Chanel Ali: Relative Stranger – A Hilarious Solo Journey at SoHo Playhouse

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New York, NY — I had the privilege of attending Chanel Ali’s off-Broadway debut at SoHo Playhouse with her powerfully personal solo show, “Relative Stranger.” Making her theatrical debut after establishing herself in the stand-up comedy world, Ali delivers what can only be described as a masterclass in vulnerability wrapped in razor-sharp humor.

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“Relative Stranger” isn’t your typical comedy show—it’s a deeply personal excavation of identity, family trauma, and the unexpected ways our past can resurface when we least expect it. Ali takes us on a journey through her tumultuous foster care childhood, her mother’s struggle with schizophrenia, and the court-ordered paternity test that introduced her to her police officer father when she was 18.

What struck me most about Ali’s performance was her incredible ability to navigate between heartbreak and hilarity without ever feeling fake or manipulative. When she quips about being “a cocoa Chanel” or shares her preference for Matilda over Annie in the fictional foster-child canon, these moments of levity feel earned rather than forced.

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The staging at SoHo Playhouse creates an intimate atmosphere that perfectly serves Ali’s storytelling style. She moves through the space with the confidence of a seasoned performer, drawing the audience into her world through vivid storytelling and impeccable comedic timing. There’s something deeply cathartic about watching someone transform their trauma into art that manages to be both deeply personal and universally relatable.

Ali proves herself to be a sharp storyteller who knows exactly when to ease up on the jokes and let the inherently gripping nature of her story speak for itself. The show becomes a meditation on what it means to search for family, identity, and belonging—themes that resonate long after the final bow.

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Labor Day Sales: Kawaii Edition!

Labor Day is here, which means three-day weekend vibes, end-of-summer nostalgia, and—best of all—amazing deals! Even though NYC is still a mix of humid afternoons and early-fall breezes, I’m already thinking about cozy layers and winter-friendly beauty products to prep for the season ahead. I am sticking to window shopping this time around, but that just means you can snag the finds I’m drooling over. From adorable lolita accessories to add to your wardrobe to crazy deals on circle lenses, here are my favorite Labor Day sales that deserve a spot in your cart:

UNIQSO circle lenses – 80% off sale (circle lenses prices drop down as low as $3!!) Use code “PEONY” to get an additional 10% off your purchase!

Bisoulovely Alice Ring Set – 50% off!! Normally this set of two stacking rings is $160, but it’s 50% off to $80 right now. If you’re interested in a different piece of jewelry from Bisoulovely, you can also use my code PEARLPEONY for 15% off. This code can only be used for non-clearance items.

Infanta JSK – size Small to size Extra Large available! Full shirring in the back. The price dropped down to $84.50, plus get 5% off your entire order with code “ALICE”

Rose Pearl Chain Retro Gothic Lolita Shoulder Bag – discounted down to $39.50! Plus use code “ALICE” for extra 5% off.

Xuwen Alice – Gothic Retro Lace Double Layers Lolita Veil – only $10.99 (factory price)! Use code “XIAOLILICOS” for 5% discount

Strawberry Witch – Elegant Lace-Up Back Lolita Blouse – $39.99 (factory price!). Use code “XIAOLILICOS” for 5% discount

haruharu wonder – Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Sunscreen – 50% off!! It’s important to wear sunscreen everyday, and I’ve never seen this product this heavily discounted before. Use code “3PEARLS” to get an extra discount!

Kitsch x Bridgerton Satin Wrapped Hair Towel / Toile De Blue – on sale to $20.88! Plus use my code “PEARLPEONY” for an additional 10% off your purchase.

Elizavecca – Milky Piggy CER-100 Collagen Ceramide Coating Protein Treatment Bundle Set – 51% off! Only $11.27 for this value set. Use code “3PEARLS” for an additional discount!

I really want these items but won’t be purchasing them since I’m holding myself to a budget. But my window shopping wishlist can become your real style and beauty steals! If you purchase any of these, let me know what you think of the products.

The only one I’ve used are the circle lenses from Uniqso – they’ve been my go-to for contact lenses for many years. I’ve always had a great experience with them! Remember to use my code PEONY for 10% off any purchase from Uniqso. They also sell cosplay wigs!!

Happy Labor Day weekend, everyone!

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