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A spread from Egg (May 2005), showcasing more toned down but bright makeup, a top and a bag.
Banba (バンバ) is a sub-style of Gyaru fashion which developed from Manba. It is sometimes referred to as Barbie Manba.
Neon colors are a key point to the styling and hair colors range from bleached to bright colors. Banba gyaru also have a tendency to wear glitter, bright highlights or face jewels as part of their makeup.
Style Characteristics[]
- Hair is often bleached to be blonde or dyed brown, and sometimes worn with colorful extensions. Otherwise, the hair is dyed in various bright colors.
- Medium tan, sometimes darker tans are seen.
- Long nails, oftentimes with decoration.
- A wide range of makeup, from typical Manba makeup to more toned down, but colorful and bright looks.
- Dolly-style circle lens, various colours are seen.
- Bright, layered clothing.
Modern Banba[]
Serina/Cocona, an AV gyaru.
Banba has had a few changes throughout the years, yet it's style is still the same! Many AV gals showcase an example of a more modern banba, focusing on more of the Barbie aspect of it. Noteworthy banba gals you can use for inspo are Gehako, Yunkeru, Serina and Piko. Blonde or silver hair is more common to see, yet it isn't limited to that. The makeup still has elements of manba, yet a white under eye along with a more lash-centric droop (rather than a drawn on droop the lash is bent to serve as the droop) is seen more than not.
Examples[]
