Definition of «gyaru»

"Gyaru" is a term derived from the Japanese pronunciation of "gal," referring to a specific subculture of Japanese fashion characterized by highly stylized looks, bleached hair, and heavy makeup. In English-speaking internet spaces, particularly in art and character design communities, it is used to describe a specific aesthetic archetype that emphasizes a rebellious, trendy, and often "bimbo-adjacent" or hyper-feminine style. The term is frequently used to categorize character designs (OCs) or fashion inspirations that follow these visual cues. It carries a connotation of being outgoing, fashion-forward, and non-traditional.