herladydisdain submitted this photo with the caption “What’s stranger than a gothupatree? A smiling goth in a tree. Photoshoot for a fashion design course in the norther California springtime.”

So it seems that cherry trees in blossom are one of the most popular tree varieties for Goths to sit in, which is probably why this up-tree seems so happy; she feels at home.  I’m glad she has goggles on her head because you never know when you might need to do some surprise arc welding or go for a quick dip in the local public pool.  I apologise to all goggle-wearers out there but they’re one of the many cybergoth trends that I’ve never gotten in to; even though I bought my brother a charming spiky checker-plate pair for his birthday in 2004 (daw, cute - he’s probably going to hit me for that.)

I like her slashed PVC, arm warmers and good use of fishnet.  I can’t really gauge how far she is up the tree but I’m guessing she’s not high off the ground.  There’s sun shining directly on her shoulders (for shame) and, as we’ve previously discussed, she’s smiling like she’s genuinely happy. Deary me.

3 out of 5 - always be prepared for arc welding up cherry trees