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What is Gyaru? Meaning, Substyles + Resources - Hello Lizzie BeeGyaru (ギャル) is a Japanese word that refers to a fashion and social subculture,
as well as the people who identify with it. It's a transliteration of the English word "gal" and is characterized by a westernized,
feminine look and party-like behavior. Gyaru subculture originated in Shibuya, Tokyo in the 1970s and was most popular in the 1990s and early 2000s.
It's known for its rebellious spirit and opposition to traditional Japanese beauty standards,
such as pale skin, dark hair, and natural makeup
Gyaru subculture is defined by a number of characteristics, including:
Fashion
Flashy, extravagant clothing, often with animal prints, bows, and frills,
and worn with short skirts, crop tops, and platform shoes
Makeup
Heavy makeup, often with a focus on the eyes,
and sometimes including contouring, colored contacts,
and eyelid tape
Hair
Bleached or dyed hair in light colors like blonde
or strawberry, often in a beehive style with curls,
and sometimes with oversized accessories
Accessories
Bright, flashy accessories like jewelry, bracelets,
hair ties, and bedazzled phone cases
Gyaru subculture also includes a rebellious lifestyle that challenges traditional Japanese norms of appearance and behavior.
people tend to be cheerful, loud, outgoing, and protective of their friends.
However, the term can also have negative connotations, such as shallow, ditzy, or party girl.
Gyaru subculture is divided into many subcategories,
including kogyaru, hime gyaru, ganguro, banba, and yamanba.
There is also a male equivalent to gyaru called gyaruo,
which is indicated by the addition of the "o" suffix to the word