Outfit inspiration can come from many different sources: Paintings, music, nature, movies, even theater. With this in mind, today I’m drawing some fashion inspiration from the costumes of Hadestown, a popular Broadway musical based on Greek mythology.

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2019 Tony Awards: Hadestown

Hadestown is a musical based on a concept album by singer Anais Mitchell. It combines the myth of lovers Orpheus and Eurydice with the myth of Hades and Persephone. These classic stories are retold through catchy folk songs.

Orpheus and Eurydice are lovers who vow to always stay together, until Eurydice becomes curious about Hades and his workers. She leaves Orpheus and heads off for Hadestown. Orpheus follows her to get her to come back above ground. However, Eurydice cannot leave without permission from Hades. Soon, tragedy strikes.

The musical has seen great success, winning eight awards, including Best Musical, at this year’s Tony Awards.

Without further ado, here are five outfits inspired by the dynamic costumes and characters of Hadestown.

Orpheus

“Wait for me, I’m coming
Wait, I’m coming with you
Wait for me, I’m coming too”

Orpheus is a musician who falls in love with Eurydice. However, Eurydice leaves to work in the factory in Hadestown, and Orpheus follows. In Hadestown, he tries to convince Hades to release Eurydice so that they can go back to their previous life together.

Products: Shirt – Etsy, Shorts – H&M, Boots – ASOS, Necklace – Etsy, Scrunchie – Francesca’s

You too can put together an outfit worthy of adventure with these fun pieces!

Incorporate the flower seen throughout the musical with a graphic tee. Wear a bandana scrunchie to represent Orpheus’ accessory of choice. Khaki shorts and combat boots keep the look practical for whatever journey you decide to embark on.