The banquet of Hexen and Menschenfesser "Süßes sonst gibt's Saures event report

Activity Record 2022.11.18 17:50

▲Lutwigsburg Castle at the venue (photo by Pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)



"The most eerie tea party is coming!

Witches and monsters, dress up in a special dusty coat that scares you more than anyone else! ”

On October 29th and 30th, 2022, we held a Halloween-themed Lolita event in Ludwigsburg, Germany.

The first day will focus on tea parties and sales events, and the second day will be attending a castle tour and a pumpkin festival.

For two strong days, I will write a report to share with everyone in Japan.



-Day 1-

▲Photo of the main venue (photo by pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)



The weather was good, and the weather was a little colder than in Japan.

From the morning hours when the surrounding shops are not yet open, exhibitors, staff and fashion show models gather at the venue in great fashion dressing.

The venue is very spacious, with seating and merchandise spaces where approximately 70 people (including those involved!) can sit, a sales space, a stage, a buffet venue, and a drink counter.

 

▲Stages used in fashion shows and other performances

 

▲Handmade table decoration (photo by pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)



The food menu prepared by the venue seemed to be quite extensive, but this wasn't enough! Everyone is not satisfied! !

So it seems that Melanie, the organizer, also made the new handmade items!

I was surprised that this amount wasn't enough, and I was also impressed by the cute design of sweets!

▲Melanie and her handmade sweets (photo by pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)

▲Welcome drink that allows you to mix and enjoy the color change (photo by pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)



Now, as the venue is steadily setting up, visitors with VIP tickets are now admitted.

When you enter, everyone will receive a welcome back souvenir (admission bonus).

The welcome back, with illustrations of the event printed on it, contained sweets, items offered by participating brands, bath gel, and more.

 

▲Welcome bag (photo by pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)

 

▲Admission reception (photo by pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)

VIP tickets are tickets that allow you to enter the venue earlier than regular tickets and shop, or reserve special seats for tea parties.

If you have a brand or work you are looking for, purchase this ticket and take a look at the booth you are looking for! !

Everyone is looking serious and wondering which item to welcome.

 

▲Show of the sales booth (photo by pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)



"I definitely wanted to welcome this dress and hat!"

The participants were very happy to welcome the work they were looking for, and before they knew it, they had changed clothes at the venue that day! !

I was so happy when I saw it...!

▲ Visitors welcomed the opening of Moonrise Theater and the hat of L'aristocratie.



This is a group photo of the members of the VIP ticket!

Everyone, this is a wonderful outfit that shines with originality.♪

 

▲Group photo of VIP ticket visitors (photo by pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)



About an hour later, regular ticket visitors enter one after another, and the merchandise area is also getting a lot of excitement!

I was impressed by the many visitors who carefully examined the artwork and welcomed me!

I was so happy to see that Japanese brands' works cross the ocean and connected with so many people with a common understanding of how cute they are.

 

▲ Visitors welcomed works from Japanese brands

*We only contact people who happened to be able to see them and take photos.



In the merchandise area, not only about 30 Japanese brands, but also some wonderful European brands.

Now, let's take a look at some of the European brands!

▲ Amai Dreams (Instagram: amaidreams)

Amai Dreams is a German-based brand.

A world of sometimes sweet and sometimes bitter dreams hidden in everyone's hearts.

This brand is attractive for its dreamy designs and art prints that express this.

They are particular about the materials, and all of their works use natural materials!

▲ Daydream Overture (Instagram: daydream_overture)

"To make your dream come true, all you need is a little imagination and a little nostalgia!

"A brand that has only just started to operate.

This brand creates classic wardrobes that can be matched with a variety of occasions and outfits.

The nostalgic atmosphere is irresistible! !

▲AmaStacia (Instagram: amastacia_official)

It is a Gothic & Lolita brand based in China and France.

It's also very popular among Japanese lolitas!

The company has created clothing with designs that reinterpret classic fashions such as Victorian fashion and military uniforms in a modern way.

These clothes are attractive for their elegant silhouette and elaborate details, but the design is also attractive for everyday wear.

High-quality clothing is realized by a team of carefully selected seamstresses who specialize in sophisticated women's clothing!

 

▲TrivialFey (Instagram: trivialfey.shop)

The brand concept is "You are the lead character of your own story!"

TrivialFey is a German brand and offers a wide selection of unique items with a strong presence, such as ribbons, bags, and necklaces, and items that can be used to finish off your outfits.

They say they value customization that can be tailored to a variety of styles, in the hope that it will serve as a source of self-expression for those who welcome them.

 

▲Lady Sloth (Instagram: ladyslothshop)

Lady Sloth is a Polish brand founded in 2012.

We focus on creating comprehensive fair trade fashions using our own unique prints and lace.

It seems that many Halloween motif designs have been announced as Halloween is their favorite time of the year, and despite this being their first time participating in a German event, many visitors were wearing Lady Sloth clothes.



Once your shopping time has subsided, everyone can take photos freely.

There were plenty of authentic lighting available outside, and each person took special photos using the props they had brought for this purpose.

 

▲Photographing

▲Photo of visitors (photo by pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)



Next is tea party time!

In Japan, tea parties are often held in parallel with events such as fashion shows, but in events in Europe, it is said that in many cases, there are many cases where they prepare a proper amount of time to eat.

It's nice to have an attitude of fully enjoying all the content.

 

▲The buffet venue (photo by pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)

You can also order drinks from the lady at the drink counter and enjoy as many drinks as you like!

And what surprised me here was the type of drink...!

Black tea is the norm at Japanese tea parties, but here we also had carbonated drinks such as cola and sprite, fruit juices, and beer...! (As expected of Germany!)

▲Venue scene (photo by pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)

 

▲Eight people eat together at one table♪



Once the meal is over, the two hosts of the stage project appear!

When you say hello, participants will be excited to respond to this.



The first thing that was done was lottery tickets!

Each person can draw random lottery tickets inside the witch's hat and get prizes assigned in advance by their color and number.

The most common colour and number were small prizes, and the final two first prizes were won, so the participants who won were very pleased.

▲The lottery event (photo by pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)



Two guest Lady Sloth selected the Best Dresser Award, one guest from Japan, Yamada and Aya, run by the organizer, and one other member was Melanie.

In addition to the best single dressers, the two organizers also selected participants who coordinated the theme with couples and friends.

 

▲Lady Sloth's best dresser (photo by pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)

 

▲ Best single dresser selected by Yamada and Melanie (photo by pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)

 

▲Best Couple, Triple Dresser (Photo by Pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)



These people were the ones who were ultimately chosen!

The girls have coordinated their unique personalities and have also made accessories by hand, and I applaud them for their seriousness and quality! !

▲Give the prizes (photo by pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)



Lady Sloth has given out the prizes provided by the exhibitor brands, including clothing from its own brand, to the operators and Yamada-selected winners.

They hugged each other on stage to express their gratitude.



Next is the fashion show that I personally enjoyed.

Not only local brands participating in the face-to-face sales booth, but also Japanese participating brands Moonrise Theater, HERHUM and Melanger Etranger also participated.

Below are some of the fashion shows.

 

▲Amai Dreams

 

▲Melanger Etranger

 

▲Loliya

 

▲Diana Alieva

 

▲AmaStacia

 

▲Moonrise Theater

 

▲HERHUM

 

▲Violet Fane

 

▲Lady Sloth



UsuallyGothic and Lolita I was also pleased to have the clothes from a Japanese brand that participated in the Market, worn by a different model than usual, and I was able to rediscover new charms.



It was impressive to see that all the local brands' clothing were designed to make it suitable for people of all different body types to wear.

I was surprised to see that there are many brands that are not well known in Japan yet, but all of the brands have wonderful designs, so I'd love to check them out in the future!



And finally... a speech corner where we answer questions about Japanese Lolita that we had recruited before the event!

Based on the results of a survey answered by Japanese people,Gothic and Lolita Market's Yamada gave a speech with supplements and considerations.

 

▲Yamada's speech (photo by pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)

*Because the code was short, I had no choice but to sit on stage with Aya, the organizer! lol



The question is broadly divided into two ways: how can you make friends with Japanese Lolitas? That's what I was asking most of the questions about Japanese brands and events.

I was very curious, and some of the children took photos of the materials shown and came close to me and listened to me seriously, so it was worth the effort I worked hard at preparing the materials...!

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who helped us respond to the survey.



Even after the speech was over, I was impressed by how enthusiastic they were, with the children who came to share their thoughts and took two-shot photos...!



And in no time, the first day was over.

Many people continued to stay at the venue feeling sad even when it was over, but they made repeated announcements and everyone went home saying, "See you tomorrow!"

 

 

-Day 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

▲Participants gather in front of Ludwigsburg Castle (Photo by Pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)

 

▲Participants gathering in front of Ludwigsburg Castle



On this day, we visited Ludwigsburg Residential Palace and participated in the Pumpkin Festival held in its gardens.

Ludwigsburg Castle is the largest baroque palace left unharmed in Germany.

Built by Duke Eberhard Ludwig, based on the Palace of Versailles, it is Germany's largest and the largest Baroque palace in Europe.

 

I was expected to walk a lot that day, so there were more people wearing lighter clothing than the previous day, but we had more beautiful outfits, just like the previous day.

Some of them will also be wearing works that were in their welcome back or works that were greeted on the first day!

 

▲Participants who will be wearing the Japanese works they welcomed the day before



As the event continued on this day was a Halloween concept, many of the kids were immediately joining their outfits with Halloween motif items.

Well, first we went on a tour of Ludwigsburg Castle!

▲Participating a tour inside Ludwigsburg Castle (Photo by Pipp, Instagram: pipparazzi_cosplay)



I'm sorry I couldn't provide details to those reading this report, as most of the photos were not allowed, but the gorgeous decorations give the illusion that just walking around makes me feel like I've become a noble person too.



Now that you've fully enjoyed the castle, the next step is to visit the museum.

There are several museums and art galleries inside the palace, and this time we'll be visiting the Maud Museum!

Here we illustrate the development of trends over the three centuries, using clothing from the 18th to 20th centuries as clues.

 

▲Museum Information Board



If you like historical fashion, you will find a lot of dresses and clothes that you will especially love...!

Even though I'm not very familiar with history, I ended up watching it with my eyes sparkling!

There are times when I feel like I'm familiar with Lolita fashion, and it looks like this dress's clothes! It got excited.

Unfortunately, the entire museum was not available, so if you're interested, please come and visit us when you're in Germany.♪



After this we head to the gardens of Ludwigsburg Castle.

Behind and behind the palace, there are French (planar geometric) gardens that match it, just like the Palace of Versailles as a model.

The Pumpkin Festival was held in the garden today.

As the name suggests, the Pumpkin Festival is the world's largest pumpkin festival!

This year's theme is "Tropical Rainforest (Regenwald).".

In addition to the sculpture, sculpture and exhibitions using 500 types of pumpkins produced locally, the event will also include events such as a size competition, sculpture courses, and pumpkin canoeing.

The restaurant also offers special menus such as pumpkin soup, specialty maul taschen and pancakes.♪

After entering, they will be free to go and enjoy the festival.

▲Snake object made of pumpkin (Photographed by Natalia Vizintini/naawie Instagram: _naawie_)

 

▲A spider (?) object made of pumpkin (Photographed by Natalia Vizintini/naawie Instagram: _naawie_)

 

▲Pumpkin parrot (?) object (photographed by Natalia Vizintini/naawie Instagram: _naawie_)

 

▲Orangutan (?) object made of pumpkin

 

▲Athletics where you compete for size (weight)

The winner was 1,100.50g!! It's over 1 ton...

If it's too big, it probably won't support the weight, or it will melt.

 

▲Pumpkins of various shapes for sale

There were pumpkins that were shaped like they would see in Japan, but there were also unique pumpkins on sale, such as pumpkins that looked like they were twisted and squeezed and gourd-like shapes.

 

▲Pumpkin-laden garden (Natalia Vizintini/naawie Instagram:_naawie_)

 

▲The two of them had a lovely outfit in autumn colors that was perfect for this event.

 

▲Group photo

This is a group photo from the second day only for those who wish!

After all, it was a vast land so it seems like only people I've come across... ha ha



Before I knew it, it was dark and the fulfilling two-day event, The banquet of Hexen and Menschenfresser "Süßes sonst gibt's Saures, has ended.



It was my first large shipment of overseas delivery and a flight from Japan that took about 19 hours (transfer required) and it was quite difficult, but it was such a fulfilling and exciting day that I forgot about.

In the future, we will strive to create an environment where interactions and shopping are easy, so that it doesn't make us feel even more borderless.

 

▲ Hosted by Aya and Melanie

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to both the organizers who organized and invited us to this wonderful event, to the staff who helped us, to the visitors who came to the exhibition, to the brands who exhibited, to everyone who read this report.

I look forward to seeing you again.

Gothic and Lolita Market Yamada







- Future event information



●2023/4/8(Sat) 8th Gothic and Lolita Market @WITH HARAJUKU HALL

This is one of the largest Gothic and Lolita sales events in East Japan, featuring over 100 different genres of Lolita brands, and outfit snap shots.♪



●2023/4/30(Sun)GLM FREA MARKET2

GLM FREA MARKET, shortened to #GLM flea market

The Gothic Lolita Market will host a flea market for Gothic and Lolita customers!

Not only clothes and accessories, but also miscellaneous goods, tableware, books, furniture, etc. are packed with a wide selection of items that will appeal to you.

Whether you're looking for something, wanting to wear Lolita clothes, or looking for new things to know and learn from the past, please come and visit us.