What Emmeline Wore In July - Day 16

I was feeling the pastels today and opted for this soft, fluffy mint-green jumper with a floaty floral skirt. My toes have been enjoying the sunshine today too!

Jumper - H&M (sold out, similar items here and here)
Skirt - River Island (sold out, similar items here and here)

What Emmeline Wore In July - Half Time Roundup! Days 1 - 15

Here's every one of my 'What Emmeline Wore In July' illustrations to date! It's been a busy two weeks! 

In the blog post for Day 15 I've written about everything I've learnt from this challenge so far (read it here). It's definitely been tricky at times, in particular managing my time whilst working on commissions, not having full weekends off and making sure my outfits are illustratable!  I've even dealt with someone (supposedly giving advice..) saying "are you sure you can do that? An illustration every day?" (well, yes!). But as with many of these month-long challenges, it's been a brilliant learning curve for upping my illustration skills.

I've also had great support from some of my favourite brands involved, including Cath Kidston, Moheda, Wolf & Moon and Poppy England (with more to come!).

Keep up to date with the project by following 'What I Wore' on my blog, Bloglovin', Google Friend Connect or following Emmeline Illustration on Twitter or Facebook. 16 more days, cheer me on!

What Emmeline Wore In July - Day 15

More or less at the half way mark of this project, and I can feel the benefits of such an intense challenge on my illustration process: It takes a lot less time for me to create something I'm proud of, I'm far more comfortable illustrating natural poses without reference, I have a better understanding of illustrating the way clothes fit and hang in a variety of fabrics, improved character continuity, I have a clearer idea of which types of illustration get the best response, I'm more inspired and motivated in general AND, most importantly, I'm having a lot of fun! 

It can be hard to stay motivated to create every day, but with monthly challenges like this (and Inktober, Illustrated Advent etc) you have that drive (and self-set obligation) to illustrate even if you're feeling a bit lazy. It's good to head towards a goal! 

At some point (maybe a while after this challenge has finished to give me a little bit of a break) I'm going to organise a group 30-day illustration challenge (theme TBA), so if that's something you'd like to take part in let me know and keep an eye out!

Cardigan - Monsoon (out of stock, similar items here and here)
Jeans - Boohoo

Remember you can keep up to date with the project by following 'What I Wore' on my blog, Bloglovin', Google Friend Connect or following Emmeline Illustration on Twitter or Facebook.

What Emmeline Wore In July - Day 14 - Cath Kidston

I'm taking some time out today and heading to Lytham St Annes for some seaside air.  My Nana's visiting from Gloucestershire so I'm going to spend some quality time with her, and make up the work-time in the evening: the beauty of running your own business! 

When the Cath Kidston team heard about my project, they decided to send over this gorgeous Cowboy print dress for me to illustrate. It's a beautifully unusual pattern and the dress itself feels lovely to wear. I went all out and teamed it with my trusty Red or Dead green cowgirl boots!

Dress - Cowboy Dress by Cath Kidston (similar items here and here)
Boots - Red or Dead at Schuh (sold out - similar items here and here)

For another Wild West themed illustration post get your fix here! Remember you can keep up to date with the project by following 'What I Wore' on my blog, Bloglovin', Google Friend Connect or following Emmeline Illustration on Twitter or Facebook. 

Also, check out the illustration featured on the Cath Kidston Instagram here!

What Emmeline Wore In July - Day 13

It's a rainy, rainy Monday here in Lancashire, but it's quite welcome! I love rain walks and I won't feel guilty for binge watching Netflix shows later on.

Dress - H&M
Tights - Topshop
Scarf - A gift from my Nana!
Umbrella - Coincidentally, another gift from my Nana. From Bonmarché.
Wellies - Non-branded, handpainted an octopus on them in my teen years.

What Emmeline Wore In July - Day 12

I practice yoga at least 2-3 times a week these days, it's perfect to undo all the hours of working at my desk, stress of running a business single-handedly and the cramped-up shoulders and hands from too much drawing (the fabled graphics-tablet-claw).  

I started the year by committing to take the Yoga With Adrienne '30 Days of Yoga Challenge' (hmm, apparently I love month-long challenges) and that upped my yoga learning curve so quickly, with shockingly obvious benefits. Workwise, I find clearing your head with half an hour of yoga (or meditation, or even just sitting and doing nothing for ten minutes) is brilliant for refreshing yourself. It's always going to be helpful to dig a way through the static to a place where you can have great ideas and problem-solve creatively!

Leggings - Boohoo.com
Top - 'Be Stupid For Successful Living'. I'm honestly not sure where this shirt came from...I think this was free in Vice Magazine...
Yoga Mat (Half pictured in terms of colour!) - YogaMatters

What Emmeline Wore In July - Day 11

It's one of those lazy Saturdays where I'm just going to wander around and listen to music. Sometimes there's nothing better than that.

Top - H&M (Blue)
Hoodie - Fat Face
Jeans - H&M
Headphones - Goji

What Emmeline Wore In July - Day 10 - Poppy England

It's a perfect Summer's day, so it was just the right time to put on this beautious Poppy England dress. Poppy England are a lovely little company inspired by picture books, making dresses for little'uns and grown ups (I've been a fan for ages!). They sent me this Beatrice Boats dress to feature in this project, along with a teeny tiny illustrated book that comes with each item.

I went out for a walk on my lunchbreak today and snapped a couple of pictures. There's a great little meadow near my house, and if you're wondering what I'm doing in the picture above, I found a really cool bug (with bright pink wings!).

This is now officially one of my very favourite Summer dresses. Life's too short for boring clothes they say!

Dress - Beatrice Capped Sleeves Boats c/o Poppy England

What Emmeline Wore In July - Day 9

So here's me, sporting a vintage shirt I nabbed for a ridiculous £1 from a charity shop, my trusty black jeans, burgandy cowgirl boots, cracked-screen smartphone and a Cass Art 'Opera Rose' bag I got free for stocking up ferociously on ink and paintbrush supplies. Day 9, feelin' fine.

Top - Vintage St Michael
Jeans - H&M
Boots - F&F
Bag - Cass Art

What Emmeline Wore In July - Day 8 - Wolf & Moon

Today I'm feeling casual. Casual...but excited, because I'm wearing this beautiful lavender blue Ripple necklace sent to me by Wolf & Moon. I fell in love with Wolf & Moon's jewellery after seeing their stall at Festival No.6 last year.  The ripple necklace from their new Fjordland collection is super versatile and can be dressed down (like me in my lazy shirt and jeans!) or up with a fancier ensemble - I'm probably going to be wearing it in more than one of these illustrations! Beautiful!

Shirt - Topshop
Jeans - H&M
Necklace - Ripple c/o Wolf & Moon

What Emmeline Wore In July - Day 7

Feeling really under the weather today, so yes, I'm in pajamas. Sick days don't work quite so well when you're freelance!

Pajama Top - Gap
Pajama Bottoms - Gap

Illustrated Life Giveaway Three. Win A Custom Ink Portrait & Your Choice Of Print!

Here it is! The third and final giveaway celebrating the launch of Illustrated Life. Last week's giveaway was a cracker, but this week I'm giving away something extra unique...

Enter via the widget below to be in with the chance of winning an original, custom ink portrait as well as a print of your choice from the Emmeline Illustration shop.

This giveaway is open worldwide, so grab the chance to win this completely one-off prize! Just a few notes - if you win you'll need to email me a photo of the (one) person you'd like the portrait of along with any directive notes. The ink painting will be in black ink on quality white paper. Winner can select any print from the Emmeline Illustration shop (not an original art piece though I'm afraid, you're getting that already!). Good luck!



Remember, you can keep track of these rolling giveaways and new Illustrated Life posts by following onBloglovin', Google Friend Connect or through the #IllustratedLife hashtag!