I went to a local Kawaii Rave in June! Here's what I wore, what I brought, and the skincare I did before curling up in bed afterwards. This was my first rave, so hopefully this is a helpful list for beginners.
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What I Wore & Brought
Makeup & Accessories
Post-Rave Skincare & Routine
What I Wore & Brought
I went for a pretty simple black outfit, paired with a Cinnamoroll-inspired crossbody bag for a little Kawaii moment.
I wore this as the base layer for my outfit. It was form-fitting and easy to dance in. There is also a built-in bra (without pads).
Womens Romper, Black
I layered this just under the bodysuit so the strappy details added interest to the top of the outfit.
Black Strappy Cage Harness Bra
I layered this over the bodysuit. It wasn't quite long enough to cover the shorts, but I didn't mind.
Stretchy Flared Mini Skirt, Black
These paired well with the black outfit and, since I already broke them in, they were comfortable for 4+ hours of dancing!
Doc Martens 1460 Women's Leather Lace Up Boots, Black
I wore this as a cross-body bag and around my waist. It's so versatile, I'm planning to wear it all summer long!
Large Crossbody Belt Bag, Light Blue
I was looking for a keychain, but this is actually an Apple Airtag holder! Worked perfectly.
Sanrio Friends Silicone Cover for Apple AirTags
This didn't fully fit in my crossbody bag, but it was so nice to have when we were getting sweaty, haha
Rave Foldable Hand Fans for Festival, Silver
I wore this over my top before/after the show.
Old Navy Luxe Crew-Neck T-Shirt, Black
One of my friends brought some white lace ribbon from Michaels. I think it was this one.
Michaels' 5/8" x 7yd. White Lace Ribbon by Celebrate It™ Classic
I have the Oura ring in black, and wore it for the whole rave! I clocked over 20k steps.
Oura Ring. Smart Ring for Fitness, Stress, Sleep & Health, Black
Makeup & Accessories
I layered some glitter gel over my everyday summer makeup - it was so cute!
We tapped this onto our cheekbones and it was sooo cute!!
White Festival Glitter Gel for Women, 50ml
Notes: Coffee Accord, Orange Blossom, Cedar Wood Essence, Patchouli Essense.
Black Opium Travel Spray
Even if I don't do a full makeup routine, I still use this primer. Helps reduce my pores and I feel like I look so clean.
Poreless Putty Face Primer | e.l.f. Cosmetics
I use Shade 000.
UnCoverup Concealer - RMS Beauty
I use the shade “Beam.”
Cloud Paint
This is my favorite shade for adding some subtle definition to my brows.
Boy Brow - Glossier, in Blonde
I use the lightest two shades and the grey on the far left.
COVERGIRL Eye Enhancers 4-Kit Eye Shadow
I use both of these every time I wear eyeshadow.
EcoTools Eye Brush Set, 2 pieces
An eternal favorite
COVERGIRL - Clump Crusher Mascara
I don't usually wear eyeliner, but pulled it out for this event. This one is good for fine details.
Glossier's Pro Tip Eyeliner, Black
I swiped on this lip tint in Nude Beach.
Sun Bum Tinted Lip Balm Nude Beach | SPF 15
Post-Rave Skincare & Routine
What I was wearing pre- and post-rave, along with my essentials for the evening's relatively minimal routine before I went to bed.
This is what I was wearing before I changed into my rave outfit. It's my favorite cropped sweatshirt.
Quarter Zip Boxy Sweatshirt - Express
I wore these after the rave! I have them in M
Cheetah Palm Tree Print Pajamas, Custom Monogram - Etsy
I use these whenever I wear eyeliner or mascara, to make sure the makeup is fully removed (especially from my bad eye).
Makeup Remover Facial Wipes | Neutrogena®
This is my favorite go-to lip balm.
Beeswax Lip Balm | Burt's Bees
I'll usually use this moisturizer after a shower.
Ultra Hydrating Advanced Repair Night Cream - Derma E
My everyday toothpaste.
Crest Fluoride Cavity Protection Toothpaste
My everyday electric toothbrush.
Pro 1000 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush, White - Oral-B
These are the best, and I've tried all the nasal strips I could find.
