She has a quiet and elegant demeanor, and that's the impression she gives off now—but back in high school, she was a wild, bubbly, and energetic gyaru. The shift in how she embodies the "gyaru" image reflects broader changes in social dynamics. While society often assumes gyarus hang out with or date other gyarus, that's not always the case. Nowadays, some are best friends with otaku girls, while others form couples with intellectual types despite their gyaru looks. Gyaru makeup is simply a fashion choice, not necessarily tied to a specific personality or lifestyle. In her generation, the gyaru style remains highly popular, with teenage magazines at bookstores dominated by gyaru-focused publications. While gyaru fashion is naturally popular among girls who fit the image, surprisingly, it's also widely admired by natural-looking, black-haired girls with minimal makeup. Even girls from strict schools or those with a more reserved personality are drawn to it. Recently, it's even gained popularity among elementary and middle school girls. However, youth doesn't mean clinging to youthful styles forever—there comes a point where gyaru fashion starts to feel out of place with age. Though still only 19, she found that toning things down and shifting toward a neat, stylish casual look actually made her appear younger. Personal tastes in appearance vary greatly between individuals, but as long as someone dresses age-appropriately and maintains a clean, fresh look, there's no need to be extremely cute to make an impression.