Summary
Ouran High School Host Club is an iconic shoujo series filled with humor, love, and complex character development. Bisco Hatori's cutting-edge fashion style shines on the manga cover, attracting readers. The series explores relationships, fashion, social status, love and friendship throughout 18 episodes.
Since its release in 2002, Ouran High School club owner remains an undisputed icon of the shojo genre. With satirical, outrageous humor laced with romantic clichés and characters that are 'rich' in every sense of the word, the series is a delight for both viewers and readers.
The author and illustrator under the pen name Bisco Hatori is celebrated for her feminine, fashionable and dreamy style. She combines Rococo style mixed with inspiration from other cultures and eras, adding extravagance to the host club. With these manga covers, Hatori draws readers into her world. a sweet depiction of young, complicated love and the shenanigans of the upper class.
10 tall, dark and handsome
Episode 8
Episode 8 features Takashi “Mori” Morinozuka striking a cool pose alongside a cheerful Haruhi Fujioka, both wearing Japanese sportswear. The comic series gives each male host a striking cover, often themed after the otherworldly world the Host Club uses to entertain guests. The cool and stoic 'Mori senpai' is depicted in black, matching his quiet charm.
Author and illustrator Bisco Hatori initially intended for Haruhi to end up with Mori, but she changed her mind as the story progressed.. Although Mori fans don't consider him a romantic protagonist, the tacit understanding he shares with the protagonist is a sweet connection worth reading.
9 Living worthy of the title 'Fashion Icon'
Volume level 2
Living up to its fashionable reputation, the second volume of the series illustrates Tamaki Suoh and Kyoya Ootori standing together, wearing undoubtedly expensive but exquisite suits and furs. The Ouran High School Host Club isn't just iconic for its sarcastic humor and famous love story. Another major reason is the great fashion and style with which many of the characters are portrayed.
As readers follow the group of wealthy and well-connected young men, as well as Haruhi, who falls into their world, There are no limits to the luxurious and creative looks they serve up. The group's 'Mom' and 'Dad' lead the example of regime trend setting.
8 Step out of the time piece
Episode 7
Volume 7 is another fantasy cover as the three main characters wear costumes from another time. Haruhi stands in the middle, wearing a noble dress filled with frills, embroidery, and jewelry. Hikaru and Karou Hitachiin are in the back on both sides, wearing elegant suits, which in the past were suitable for luxury.
Capitalizing on the royal atmosphere that much of the Host Club promotes, this cover gives the Hitachiin twins a prominence that matches their excessive energy. Even though they are not male leads, both Hikaru and Kaoru deserve the attention of fans. When unforeseen feelings develop between members, conflict arises and rewarding self-reflection follows.
7 The prosperity of the Ootori family
Episode 6
Touching on the theme of wealth, episode 6 is one about simple splendor. Kyoya leaned back, wearing a soft dragon-print silk ao dai, and Haruhi wore a qi pao decorated with flowers. Rich colors, delicate accessories, and lavish plumage perfectly reflect Ootori's social status, all of which take place during the themed days the group organizes at school.
Although Kyoya's character is the more analytical and pragmatic of the group, readers can see his vulnerable and soft moments towards his friends throughout the story. Author Hatori intelligently shows the duality between the social status of the charactersand questions what people sacrifice for achievement and monetary gain, as it contrasts with what a less fortunate person must fight to rise above the struggles.
6 Lively, bright and cheerful
Episode 16
Fan-favorite cousin duo, Mori and Mitsukuni “Honey” Haninozuka, appear on the cover of volume 16. Vibrant colors and soft lines artfully depict a colorful, light-hearted relationship gentle and precious between two people.
Similar to the girls the host club entertains, readers fall in love with Mori's protective nature towards Honey, who is both young and sweet. Loyalty and unconditional acceptance are evident through their interactions, despite their moments of opposition.: something that is unfortunately rare for people of their social status. When the series ends, readers will get a vivid and vivid cover of the strong yet sympathetic friends.
5 Beloved twins
Chap 3
Just like the previous edition, volume 3 simulates the cover of Vogue magazine. Hikaru and Kaoru pose for readers, wearing unique yet commendable alternative outfits. Just as the series needs to promote its reputation for dressing well, so do the characters themselves, as the twins' mother is a famous fashion designer for her own company. The influence of the 2000s is immediately apparent in their fashion-savvy style.
As characters who take advantage of the 'package deal' that implies a twin relationship, the two simultaneously have a personal complex. After they separated from others in middle school, the host club opened up a separate world of recognition, all of which culminated in Haruhi's undying appreciation for both two.
4 The prince's bright spot
Episode 17
Episode 17 is the focus of the 'lord', 'The Lonely King', Tamaki Suoh. He smiled warmly, with gentle eyes and flowing blond hair framing his face. From the second to last manga, an exuberant, colorful highlight for Tamaki was definitely needed.
By the series' climax, conflicts arise over Tamaki, his family, the host club, and their shared future. Although the blonde plays a huge role in the prince archetype, being melodramatic and receiving laughter from her peers and readers alike, the audience still gets moments of darkness, poignancy, and strife. trash throughout the story. All the characters form bridges between each other, but fans love seeing Tamaki touch his own heart as well as Haruhi's.
3 Young Love Orientations
Episode 13
Volume 13 is the only cover in the 18-part manga series that depicts Haruhi alone. In contrast to the childish appearance she adorns at school, Haruhi is seen covered in ruffles, ribbons, and bows from head to toe as she sits on a tiled floor. Bisco Hatori keeps the monochromatic color palette of green, artfully contrasted with bright purple trim.
It's a much-needed illustration for the strong-willed, thoughtful female protagonist to get the spotlight at least once. At this time, The conflict in the story increases with confusion, love triangles, and jealousy. Since Haruhi is placed at the center of the film, this is a suitable character choice for this issue's cover.
2 Launch
Episode 1
With the episode that started it all, the first issue of the manga depicts Haruhi in a manly outfit, holding an infamously large bouquet of roses, with a close-up of Tamaki winking in the background. From the start, the two main characters are front and center, illustrated with the romantic and airy feeling associated with this shojo icon.
Before the plot is muddled by the characters' personal disputes and complicated obligations in high society, fEveryone enjoy this parody's wild, fun presentation that solidified it as a cornerstone of the shoujo genre. As Bisco Hatori's style begins to align with the progression of the series, it's nice to reflect on its origins through this simple yet unmatched introductory cover.
1 Host Club's happy ending
Episode 18
The end of Ouran High School Host Club, episode 18 shows Haruhi and Tamaki happily embracing each other, surrounded by simple illustrations of the host club's friends. Staying true to the theme, the illustrations are playful, colorful and definitely feminine with flowers spread across the page.
Fans come to watch the finale as Tamaki plans the perfect date with the help of the other boys in the host club. Although the series is relatively short, The author and illustrator masterfully capture a number of themes, such as social class, gender identity, friendship, and the dynamics of love and romance.. Since its inception, Ouran High School club owner continues to be an entertaining, funny yet complex and engaging series, perfect for endless re-watching and re-reading.