Let Them Wear Red: Ethical Clothing for My Characters
Melissa Dermont: The petite Asian-American heroine of Beneath the Skin is not a fancy dresser. She’s a debt-ridden graduate student. Most of her clothing is purchased in thrift stores and flea markets. But she has good taste and likes good design and simple lines. Her favorite go-to jacket is a boiled wool bolero with embroidery. Here are two jackets she might love.
Bella Bell: Flamboyant and outspoken, tattoo artist Bella Bell dresses to match her personality. She loves flowing skirts and revealing cuts that show off her glorious tattoos. Here are two wonderful red dresses for her.
Jana Firth: Snarky, sexy, Jana dresses for success in expensive suits that say “Look at me. I’m on my way to the top, and I don’t care who gets trampled on my way up.” I think I found the perfect upscale outfit for her to wear for a night on the city, and it’s even vintage.
So what red outfit are you wearing today?
Good morning! I love red and pink and wear them often, in fact, a lovely shade of coral pink yesterday. Today is a beautiful cashmere dark beige sweater. And I buy many a handbag at flea and thrift stores. So much fun.
Red is the color of the week. Isn’t it interesting how the colors of clothing we have our characters wear and the accessories they carry can add to their personalities?