For the art, very realistic. And also, alot of people hate seeing an anime with a bunch of characters that look the same and hard to follow. Everyone here are unique and have their own distinctive look. Different voices, they all don't sound the same. Also, this anime is about fashion, so the different styles of clothing they create here is pretty nice too. Some people thought it's ugly or old fashion but people need to remember that this is an older done anime. Fashion sense were different then. I seen what was being portrayed with the art given here. The main character, Caroline is changing and learning new things about her and how to control her life, so in each episode her fashion sense grows as well as her maturity and independence.
For sound, the opening song isn't too bad. I know it's called Lonely in Gorgeous. Also, since I watched the anime Nana English dubbed, I did the same for this anime to see if the voices were sorta similar or the same. They were similar. I watched it English sub and their voices fit well with the characters too.. the little music that is played in the background fits well with the scenes. Nothing that jumps out, most noticeable songs played are the intro and outro.
For the characters, I am only going to do the main character because I am trying not to spoil it.. Yukari aka Caroline, she's basically the main character. Her mom is very strict on her and for her 18 years all she's done is study to become the best in school, for her mother. Once her new friends discovered her inner talent before she could, she then elopes for several days. Confident in her choices. Trying to find what exactly she wants for herself, and no one else. How to be your own person and not make excuses or blame others for the decisions you make. The relationship she goes through with her boyfriend George and her other fashion friends helps her grow up and become an adult. Not knowing she actually had someone in her corner to give her advice, she gets herself together and do things the right way. She's also given an ultimatum but does not regret her decisions. Everything is a learning experience and viewers can relate to her because it's something that everyone faces in their life. But she actually had the courage to not follow in anyone's footsteps except her own. It was either a beginning of a new love or beginning of a new career. The message was very powerful on the last episode and it's not a sad one, it's a realistic ending with no sugar coating.
George, Yukari boyfriend and also head of fashion line Paradise Kiss, I felt that the creator made viewers wishy washy with him. The whole time you think he's being a fake controlling person but overall he was very kind, thoughtful and sweet to Yukari. There are a lot of things left unsaid about him that makes you not like him so much but can see how much love the both of them had for each other. These two are the ones you will remember the most. The other characters are great as well. I love all of them and all of them have their own story which I love. You get to know where they all come from from , flashbacks occur as well and the passion they all have and strive for.
All and all, I love a anime that is realistic and that I can relate to. I don't really like short animes but the message is powerful and universal. I recommend this anime and it's one of those you would watch again. I hope my review helped out and I hope whomever that reads would watch it and get a taste of how well put together it is.
