These pictures are inspired by John Wyndham's book, The Day of the Triffids.
As you might have guessed, it describes how giant human-eating plants take over the Earth.
It sounds quite like a terribly corny horror, I know. :) But it's much more about human nature than creatures of fantasy. It describes a post-apocalyptic London haunted by armed bands so well, sensible Englishness turned upside down and inside out, that when I went to London and my bus went past places mentioned in the book, the memories of the Triffids welled up really strongly. I'll always see Swiss Cottage surrounded by man-eating plants.
Not a word of fashion was mentioned in this post, but at least you can read what I wore... :)
Wearing: Zara dress, Second hand silk jacket, Doc Martens, Random hat and scarf and tights,
Wearing: Zara dress, Second hand silk jacket, Doc Martens, Random hat and scarf and tights,
Jojó Art Shop handmade flower pins.
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Ok, there is too much I love about this outfit to even know where to begin. The dress is adorable, and that jacket is just stunning! With the flower pin addition it's pretty much perfection :)
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wow you are an amazing illustrator! I love this outfit of yours and the illustration, haha sort of reminds me of jack and the bean sprout :D
I must read this book now! Loving all the green and the plants illustrations.
Have a great weekend
This blazer is awesome. I love the illustrations, I've heard of triffids before but only from 3rd party sources (I think it was in a video game I played) but I didn't realize there were actual sci-fi stories. How cool, I'll have to look them up.
I like this. The "horror" is natural and interesting. The clothes and illustration are entertaining. I wish there were more posts like this in the world.
Once again I love the colours you got going on in this outfit! really cool jacket and cute hat! And I love how the flowers on the jacket match your illustrations :)
That dress is adorable! Love how it looks with the teal tights, too :)
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You're allowed to neglect the fashion part for the traveling/reading/awesome part. (:
I love this outfit on you, it's gorgeous!
Ehe i am a fellow Triffords fan! Such a good book O_O xx
This reminds me of a goose bump book I read once. I also love how well the colors of your outfit go with the plant imagery. :)
Thank you, that was the main idea. :) While it's still sort of green around me! Most of the leaves have fallen since...
Thank you Tilly! Great that you like the book too! :)
That's very kind of you to allow. I'll take advantage of it many times in the future I guess. :)
Thank you, I wasn't sure about the teal overload but I'm glad I posted the outfit now. :)
Thank you, you must visit Jojó Art Shop (where the flowers are from) when you're next in Budapest! :)
Thank you so much, I'm very flattered!
Definitely look them up, it's quite a short book and an absolute page-turner, recommend it!
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Thank you, Ofelia! Have a great weekend too! (And good reading if you find a copy of the Triffids!:)
Thanks Julie, my sister said the same. :D
Thank you so much! And I wasn't even sure of posting it, I thought it's too teal-y. :)
I once saw the movie. But I can't really remember the whole story! I love this look, Madeline! The green accents really make it! x
Thanks Nikki, I didn't know there was a movie! One could make a terrible or a very good one out of this book. :)
wow great effect!!!! the pics are amazing!!!!
i really really like your blog!!!!
i'd loved it if we followed each other!!!!!
xxx
naiad
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Green is definetely your colour, isn't it? I loved the jacket and Doc Martens, I am also in a desperate need for boots but couldn't find anything to suit my taste. Those look yummy though! x Have a lovely week.
I love the colors you are wearing. I love your jacket and your boots. Very stylish.
I love these illustrations. The last one is my favorite.
Madelineeeeee!!! How are you!! It's been foreeever!! I love coming back and seeing an illustrated shoot, which are my favorite! Though I haven't read the bookm it does sound pretty interesting! What about Murakami, I think I should get started on one of his novels...ohh and awesome hat, I like how it falls to one side, very cool parisian chic jajaja.
Hope everything's great!
Big hug :)
Thank you, wow, you're enthusiastic! :)
Haha, I hope all the green doesn't get boring. :) I am hooked on gree and turquoise, no denying! :)
Definitely recommend the Docs, the most comfortable footwear ever!
Thank you! :)
Thank you, mine too! :)
Helllooooo Pauuuuu! :) Love to see you back! :)
Thanks for the compliment, answered the book question on your blog! :)
Ahhh I love your pictures. The illustrated shoot is amazing. LOVE!
-Ly
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This is such a great post! Love your illustrated shots! I also love your outfit, the polka dots are cute!
xoxo Denise
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I really love how you add the illustrations to your photos. It is so unique and fun!
that sounds like an interesting book! as always, love the illustrated shoot and your dress is so cute!
These illustrations are great! Love it.
What truly amazing illustrations! I especially love the last one!
x
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Love the polka dots and your hat is so cute :)
Your tights are lovely, such a pretty colour! The last picture is my favourite-plant cuddle :D xxxx
such a cute idea with the illustration!!!
bisous,
mia
HEYLILAHEY
Thank you so much! :)
Thank you, I just got a blue polka dotted umbrella... I'm hooked. :)
Thank you, Kira!
Thank you, Lyddie! :)
Thank you!
Thank you so much, Jo!
Thank you! :)
Haha, a bit of an oppressive cuddle. :)
Thank you! :)
I like your look, the dress is amazing! :)
Kisses!
Thank you! :)
ooooooo, you know i have a thing for green at the moment. i love your jacket! that last picture of you is soooooo beautiful, madeline.
Thank you Darling! When I saw your green outfit I immediately thought we must have caught the same idea from the collective subconscious. :)
These are so, so cool. What an excellent idea! :D
JS xx
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