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Post by comicscube on Aug 14, 2014 3:49:15 GMT -5
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Post by adamwarlock2099 on Aug 19, 2014 17:34:33 GMT -5
I like women in high heels so I would obviously agree with the points of "pleasing to the eyes" over functionality. Now since I am not attracted to men, I don't "see" but understand that they too, many times, are draped with alluring outfits to the those that would find it so. I've never really looked to see if costumes are functional, as it is fictional work. I do like both male and female costumes, as they are extension of the character and they express themselves outwardly. That I can totally get when looking at a costume of a superhero/heroine or villain.
While the picture isn't accurate, in comparing women's shoes to a mask's functionality (though both on women go together well) isn't fair to argue functionality, it is a point made, in my opinion, of not taking the small things too seriously and enjoy the moment. If we are going to attack gals in high heels and breast falling out their tops, then how about Clark hiding (and especially who is drawing him) huge full size cap and costume under a two piece suit and button down shirt? Granted the example of women is for sex appeal, and as a man that loves women with sex appeal, it doesn't bother me. And the latter doesn't either. But functionality in comic book costumes always seem to be a hidden motive for another argument, such as female characters being sexualized. If the real debate is functionality than I am not sure without too much research and debate, if there is really any costume straight out of comic book itself that is functional by all laws of physics and relativity. This is why I would guess in recent comic book themed movies, the costumes go through such a overhaul so that the everyday movie goer thinks "yeah that's possible" although even in movies, to me, that again is the wrong thing to focus on in a fictional story.
I guess, in the article, I agree that is nice when the writer and artist work together for a good design of both costume and attire of that time. I'm not sure what I am driving at here. I'm just ad lib writing. It think clothes are awesome and can do much for the human body that both attracts people to each other and says something about that individual person, so I guess comic book characters costumes should be an extension of their personality, which many are.
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Post by Outrajs on Nov 9, 2017 9:12:23 GMT -5
As someone who can run, jump, climb trees, and shoot an AK-47 in heels (all of which I have done)...form doesn't necessarily need to battle function. Por que no los dos? Granted, I do have issues with bikini armor (as it is strictly form and has absolutely ZERO function) heels and skimpy skirts don't necessarily negate function. The most successful pirate in history (a Chinese WOMAN) would wear skimpy clothes while she was fighting men and then at the most opportune moment would flash her breasts, distract her male opponents, and then skewer them on her rapier. So even mini-skirts can have function as well.
But costumes in general are more about status and beliefs than anything else. Captain America in his red, white and blue symbolize his American ideals as an example. Who wants to name a few more? Costumes are form fitting to alleviate drag in flight or they can intimidate opponents in a fight by defining six pack abs. They are almost NEVER used for protection.
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