The Britannia Dress, also known to some as “Spice Girls Cosplay,” has made a comeback with a fresh, updated design. The revamped version features muted, retro colors and blurred “CRT” edges, offering a stark contrast to its vibrant predecessor. For a visual comparison, the previous version is shown on the left and the updated one on the right in the accompanying photo.
Originally from the United Kingdom, my discovery of Japanese culture in my early twenties profoundly changed my life. My ambition evolved into a dream to live and work in Japan. I eventually made it to Japan, starting my career in the IT field and documenting my experiences through a blog about life here. My journey led me to serve as a board member for the Japanese government on various committees under the “Cool Japan” initiative, which aims to enhance the global appeal of Japanese products and culture.
It was during my involvement with Cool Japan that I learned about the UK governments “Cool Britannia” movement of the 1990s. As of August 2024, Japan appears to be a popular destination - perhaps a testament to the success of Cool Japan, or maybe it’s the allure of the low yen ;-)
While Cool Britannia may be a relic of the past, the Britannia Dress allows me to reminisce about my upbringing in the UK, blending a touch of nostalgia with contemporary fashion.
The Britannia Dress, also known to some as “Spice Girls Cosplay,” has made a comeback with a fresh, updated design. The revamped version features muted, retro colors and blurred “CRT” edges, offering a stark contrast to its vibrant predecessor. For a visual comparison, the previous version is shown on the left and the updated one on the right in the accompanying photo.
Originally from the United Kingdom, my discovery of Japanese culture in my early twenties profoundly changed my life. My ambition evolved into a dream to live and work in Japan. I eventually made it to Japan, starting my career in the IT field and documenting my experiences through a blog about life here. My journey led me to serve as a board member for the Japanese government on various committees under the “Cool Japan” initiative, which aims to enhance the global appeal of Japanese products and culture.
It was during my involvement with Cool Japan that I learned about the UK governments “Cool Britannia” movement of the 1990s. As of August 2024, Japan appears to be a popular destination - perhaps a testament to the success of Cool Japan, or maybe it’s the allure of the low yen ;-)
While Cool Britannia may be a relic of the past, the Britannia Dress allows me to reminisce about my upbringing in the UK, blending a touch of nostalgia with contemporary fashion.
While the head and hands will be vinyl - you have a choice of two different types of body - one is referred to as Cortex and the other as Vinyl. Both body types are pre-built.
