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The term 'Mori girl', also known as Forest Girl, is a fairly recent fashion aesthetic.  "Mori" in Japanese means "forest".  Originating in 2007, Mori girl has grown from a Japanese subculture to an international fashion movement.  The look is inspired by Hagu, a character from the movie Honey and Clover, played by the actress Yu Aoi.  The overall look is feminine and earthy.  The ultimate goal of a Mori girl goal is to look like a girl who lives in the forest.  
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The term 'Mori girl', also known as Forest Girl, is a fairly recent fashion aesthetic.  "Mori" in Japanese means "forest".  Although this look originated in Japan, most people envision a European forest.  The Mori Girl look has been around for several years, but the term Mori Girl is fairly recent.  Originating in 2007, Mori girl has grown from a Japanese subculture to an international fashion movement.  The look is inspired by Hagu, a character from the movie Honey and Clover, played by the actress Yu Aoi.  
   
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A Mori Girl typically has a long silhouette and wears many layers of clothing.  The overall look is feminine and earthy.  The ultimate goal of a Mori girl goal is to look like a girl who lives in the forest.  
==Mori Girl Fashion Style==
 
   
The Mori girl look is natural, but that doesn't necessarily mean simple.  Coordinating colors, layering fabrics, and picking the right accessories can be complex.  And, complex doesn't have to mean expensive.  Many Mori girl items can be found at thrift stores.
 
   
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The Mori Girl look is very soft and natural.  Mori Girls do not dress to attract attention from others.  Instead, they prefer to dress for themselves, opting for comfortable and classic clothing.
   
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Mori Girls are also independent.  They do not mind spending time alone, and in fact enjoy it.  They are also self-sufficient, able to make repairs or alterations to their clothing or grow their own food in a garden.
   
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It is said that there are up to 60 different Mori Girl styles, from Dark Mori to those who wear all white.
The primary colors a Mori girl wears are earth tones.  This includes:
 
   
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*Dark brown
 
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==Online Resources==
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There are many resources online that can help anybody who wants to learn more about the Mori Girl aesthetic:
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===Videos===
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*[[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_VxqiqVDzk%7CThe Mori-Girl Style by Rumiko Ito]]
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===Websites===
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*[http://blog.vanillerygarden.com/2011/03/have-you-heard-of-mori-girls.html Vanillery Garden]
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*[http://www.wikihow.com/Be-a-Mori-Girl-on-the-Inside-and-Outside WikiHow - Be A Mori Girl on the Inside and Outside]
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*[http://alicegrimoire.wordpress.com/2011/12/05/morigirl-and-how-to-be-one-feature-by-nth-magazine/ Mori Girl and How to Be One Feature by Nth Magazine]
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*[http://tobealivingdoll.tumblr.com/post/49241103660/introduction-to-mori-girl Introduction to Mori Girl]
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*[http://morigirls.livejournal.com/1122.html Mixi List]
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*[http://bennerbags.blogspot.com/2013/07/what-is-mori-girl.html What is Mori Girl]
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*[http://littleforestgirls.tumblr.com/ Little Forest Girls]
   
*Green
 
   
*Burgundy
 
   
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*Dark blue
 
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*[[Mori girl (Forest girl) Clothing Style]]
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*[[Mori Girl (Forest Girl) Accessories]]
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*[[Mori girl (Forest girl) Footwear]]
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*[[Mori girl (Forest girl) Hair]]
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*[[Mori girl (Forest girl) Makeup]]
 
*[[Mori Girl (Forest Girl) Lifestyle]]
   
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==Related Styles==
*Ivory
 
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*[[Yama girl (Mountain girl)]]
 
*Mustard yellow
 
 
Other colors can also be worn, such as soft pink, white, and even black, though black should be worn sparingly.  Instead of solid colors, fabric choices can be prints as well.  This includes floral patterns, stripes, polka dots, animal prints, vintage prints, and ombre colors, though really any pattern can have the Mori girl vibe.
 
 
 
 
A few must-haves for any Mori girl:
 
*Loose fitting dress
 
*Below the knee skirts
 
*Poncho
 
*Tights and leggings
 
*Lace underdress
 
*Long or oversized sweater
 
*Scarves
 
*Knit hats
 
*Leather belts
 
 
 
Other items a Mori girl may have include lace collars, cardigans, knit wear, knee high socks, and loose fitting pants.  Mori girls wear many layers, such as a skirt under a dress, or a sweater or shirt over a dress, an each layer is partially visible.  This does not mean that Mori girls wear many items, though sometimes that is the case.  With so many layers to wear, it's best to not try this style on a very hot day.
 
 
 
 
Mori girl shoes should be comfortable:
 
*Boots (Brown, tan, or black)
 
*Moccassins
 
*Mukluks
 
*Flats
 
 
 
Mori girl hair styles tend to stay simple.  Long waves, short and straight, or something in between, it doesn't matter as long as the hair is natural, or at least looks natural.  Even up-do's are worn by Mori girls, who will usually still try to keep their hair as natural looking as possible.  This can be done by accessorizing.  Hair accessories are feminine and simple:  
 
 
*Hair bows
 
 
*Floral halos
 
*Antlers
 
*Berries
 
*Lace or ribbon
 
 
 
Mori girls don't need makeup as they prefer a natural look.  But, Mori girls who do wear makeup keep it simple, light, and not at all obvious:
 
 
*Eye shadows in earth tones such as brown and tan
 
 
*Mascara
 
 
*Eyebrows can be shaped and thickened
 
 
*A little blush
 
 
The most important thing for any Mori girl is to take care of her skin and her hair.
 
 
==Mori Girl Lifestyle==
 
 
Mori girl isn't just a look, it's a lifestyle.  Mori girls tend to have a subtle eccentricity that adds to their natural charms.  These girls tend to be shy and somewhat mysterious, with good manners.  A Mori girl also has an active imagination, a sense of modesty, and a love of life.  A Mori girl likes to be healthy, so taking walking through the woods is a perfect outdoor activity for any Mori girl.  These girls also love taking photos, so anyone who wants to be a Mori girl should be sure to carry her camera everywhere.  Since Mori girls care about the environment, someone who is interested in this lifestyle should recycle.  A great activity for a Mori girl is gardening, or growing plants either indoor or outdoors.  Other interests include sipping tea, knitting or crocheting, and perusing antique shops.  SPOON, Fudge, and Mori Girl Papier are photobooks/magazines that show the latest Mori girl fashions, but a Mori girl will read just about anything.
 
 
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Mori Girl Forest Tree Snow

Mori Girl in the snow

The term 'Mori girl', also known as Forest Girl, is a fairly recent fashion aesthetic.  "Mori" in Japanese means "forest".  Although this look originated in Japan, most people envision a European forest.  The Mori Girl look has been around for several years, but the term Mori Girl is fairly recent.  Originating in 2007, Mori girl has grown from a Japanese subculture to an international fashion movement.  The look is inspired by Hagu, a character from the movie Honey and Clover, played by the actress Yu Aoi.  

A Mori Girl typically has a long silhouette and wears many layers of clothing.  The overall look is feminine and earthy.  The ultimate goal of a Mori girl goal is to look like a girl who lives in the forest.  


The Mori Girl look is very soft and natural.  Mori Girls do not dress to attract attention from others.  Instead, they prefer to dress for themselves, opting for comfortable and classic clothing.

Mori Girls are also independent.  They do not mind spending time alone, and in fact enjoy it.  They are also self-sufficient, able to make repairs or alterations to their clothing or grow their own food in a garden.

It is said that there are up to 60 different Mori Girl styles, from Dark Mori to those who wear all white.

Online Resources[]

There are many resources online that can help anybody who wants to learn more about the Mori Girl aesthetic:

Videos[]

Websites[]


Related Pages

Related Styles[]