Established in 1988, BABY, THE STARS SHINE BRIGHT is a Lolita fashion clothing brand founded by Akinori and Fumiyo Isobe in Tokyo, Japan. Its sister brand, ALICE AND THE PIRATES, was created in 2004. Currently, BABY, THE STARS SHINE BRIGHT boasts 26 shops across Japan, with stores overseas in Paris, New York, and San Francisco.
Tomomi Nakamura became the lead designer for ALICE and the PIRATES in 2012. Tomomi started working for BABY, the Stars Shine Bright as a shop staff at Shinjuku, while still attending fashion design school. Following graduation, she was promoted to a store manager position at ALICE and the PIRATES Harajuku. She eventually joined the company’s planning division before moving on to designing. This will be Tomomi’s first appearance at MechaCon.
Lolita Fashion Show
BABY, THE STARS SHINE BRIGHT and ALICE AND THE PIRATES are now seeking model applications for the fashion show!
Fashion Show Application
Experience is preferred, but not necessary. Applications are due by May 15, 11:59 PM Pacific Standard Time (May 16, 1:59 AM CDT)
Please use accurate measurements only!!
Please use an in to cm measurement converter if you are unsure how to measure centimeters!
Models must bring their own wig, makeup, and false eyelashes.
You will need to bring your wigs to fittings; natural hair may be permitted on a case by case basis.
Fashion show will be held Saturday, July 30th in the evening. Call time will be roughly 5-6 hours prior to show.
Model fittings are expected to be held Friday, July 29th at approximately 9 AM (exact time TBD).
Please apply only if you can be on time for fittings and model call!
BABY will be returning with a merchandise booth
If there are any questions please E-mail Megan Wood
Tea Party
Deep and hidden in an old forest lies an abandoned mansion rumored to be filled with dark and sinister creatures of the night. Brave the dangers, if you dare… for vampires lurk in the tallest of shadows and the softest of whispers.
Something Wicked This Way Comes…
Please join MechaCon in welcoming Baby the Stars Shine Bright and Alice and the Pirates as they return to New Orleans for a cute and spooky vampire tea party!
Our guest of honor, Alice and the Pirates designer, Tomomi Nakamura, will be in attendance, and we have plenty of fun surprises in store for our party! Light snacks and tea will be served during the event. We have several fun games and raffles planned as well!
Don’t be afraid of the dark. You won’t want to miss this!
Please keep in mind, there is a dress code in order to gain entry to this event. Lolita, Ouji, and Aristocrat fashion are all acceptable J-fashion styles for attendees. You must also include one item from Baby the Stars Shine Bright or Alice and the Pirates along with your coordinate. Something as small as an accessory is acceptable.
Tickets for the tea party are currently SOLD OUT. To be added to the waiting list, please send an email to [email protected]. Please keep in mind that being added to the waiting list does not guarantee a ticket, as seats may not open up!