HT, an abbreviation for Honne Tatemae derived from Japanese vocabulary, described the contrast between a person’s hidden true emotions and behaviors displayed in public. 

 

Similarly, the Lolita subculture could be said to be in the same manner when they try to conceal their real image and feelings as they adapt its fashion. 

 

The rationale behind this term accentuated with Lolita’s elements were adapted and became the concept for the table lamp.