[Daji cosplay] Honor of Kings Oiran styling shooting notes

This set of Daji Oiran photos was actually prepared for quite a long time. First, let's talk about the costume; a lot of thought went into the texture and drape of this red improved kimono. The fabric chosen has a certain thickness with a slight shimmer, and the golden piping along the edges is stiff and won't sag. To highlight that lazy yet sexy atmosphere of an oiran, I deliberately pulled the neckline lower, letting it slip onto the arms, wearing a white strapless bandeau underneath as a base. This ensures safety while wonderfully showcasing the shoulder, neck, and collarbone lines. The obi tying method was also adjusted several times to accentuate the curves without looking too rigid. In the photos, I deliberately spread out the skirt hem to reveal my legs; the bare-foot setting was meant to add a touch of charming innocence and fragility, and the nail polish color for my toes was chosen after a long selection process to echo the overall color tone.
Next is the hairstyle; this golden wig was truly a massive project. The animal ear-like hair bundles on both sides needed to stand up and hold their shape, which inside was actually layered and fixed with wire and hairspray. I sprayed about half a bottle of strong-hold hairspray to make them look fluffy and three-dimensional. The white pom-pom hair accessory on the bangs looks casual, but is actually fixed at a specific angle with clips, just enough to block part of the vision and create that flickering sense of mystery. The ends of the wig also underwent some wispy texturizing, so it doesn't look like a stiff chunk.
In terms of makeup and styling, aside from basic base makeup, body painting is the focus. The red rose sticker on the back and the flower sticker on the chest had to be placed with extreme precision. The back sticker is positioned right below the shoulder blades so it naturally reveals when turning around or when the clothes slip. The sticker on the chest extends downward along the collarbone to increase the allure. Attention must be paid to the edge transition when applying; a bit of concealer was used to cover the edges of the stickers so there won't be any obvious reflective sheen in front of the lens.
In terms of poses, this back-kneeling photo is mainly to showcase the back lines and the moment the clothes slip, so the back must be kept straight with shoulder blades slightly retracted. The front cross-legged sitting posture actually tests leg muscle engagement; with knees pressed together and calves relaxed, it captures that slender, boneless feel. To find this exact angle, the photographer tried many times while lying flat on the floor.
As for post-processing, I didn't participate much; it mainly relied on handling these details well beforehand. The lighting made maximum use of natural light in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, paired with a small softbox to make the skin tone look more translucent. Overall, I am quite satisfied with this attempt at Oiran Daji, trying my best to approach that atmosphere from costume details to body posture. I might try skins of other styles next time and share them with everyone then.