Carbon Costume Women
Primrose Everdeen
Primrose Everdeen (Willow Shields) is a minor character in The Hunger Games trilogy. She is twelve years old, affectionately called “Prim” and “Little Duck” by her older sister, Katniss. But whereas Katniss is prickly, Primrose is gentle. Her talent doesn’t lie within hunting or archery, but healing. She works alongside their mother as a nurse, and she especially loves caring for animals — she has a cat named Buttercup and a goat named Lady. Despite their differences, the two sisters love each other dearly, to the point where Katniss volunteers as tribute when Effie Trinket picks Prim to participate in the 74th Hunger Games. Before Katniss leaves, Prim gives her the famous mockingjay pin. She had been training to become a doctor, but her life was cut short by a secondary explosion. Peeta Mellark plants primroses outside of Victor’s Village in memoriam.
Serleena from Men in Black II
Serleena (played by Lara Flynn Boyle) is the alien villain from the sci-fi comedy film Men in Black II. Serleena’s true form looks like green vines or snakes, so when she comes to Earth to find the Light of Zartha, she takes on the appearance of a Victoria’s Secret model from a magazine. Serleena wears two outfits primarily, her first being a lacy black lingerie set that she soon covers with clothing she takes off a biker whom she consumes for food.
Cassie Thomas from Promising Young Woman
In Promising Young Woman, Cassandra “Cassie” Thomas (Carey Mulligan) is a med school dropout who now takes revenge on predatory men by pretending to be drunk at clubs and bars, letting men take her home, and revealing her sobriety when they try to take advantage of her. In her latest act of vengeance, Cassie poses as a stripper dressed in a nurse outfit to reach her target at his bachelor party.
Spinnerella from She-Ra and the Princesses of Power
Spinnerella is a minor character in the Netflix animated series, She-Ra and the Princesses of Power. She was a part of the original Princess Alliance, and is now a part of the current Princess Alliance. Unlike other princesses, Spinnerella is not tied to a kingdom or element. She is sweet, comforting, and empathetic, especially towards her wife, Netossa. Her powers include air manipulation and air travel.
Ladybug from Miraculous Ladybug
Ladybug is the superhero alter ego of Marinette Dupain-Cheng (voiced by Cristina Vee in the English dub) in the French animated series Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir. As Ladybug, Marinette takes her role very seriously and crime fighting persona allows her to project more confidence than when she is herself. Ladybug’s attire consists of a bodysuit and mask, with red ribbons tied around Marinette’s pigtails, ladybug patterned earrings, and the Ladybug Yo-Yo, which she uses as her primary weapon.
Frosta from She-Ra and the Princesses of Power
Frosta is a character in the Netflix animated series, She-Ra and the Princesses of Power. She is the princess of the Kingdom of Snows and is the youngest member of the Rebellion Like Perfuma and Mermista, she is an Elemental Princess with a connection to the Fractal Flake. This connection grants her magical abilities over ice such as cyrokenesis. Personality-wise, Frosta moves from strict to reckless, often charging into fights without thinking it over. She also enjoys humor, namely her ice puns.
Erza Scarlet from Fairy Tail
Erza Scarlet (voiced by Sayaka Ohara and Colleen Clickenbeard) is an S-Class Mage in the anime series Fairy Tail. She is a member of Team Natsu and a former partner of Gray Fullbuster. Erza has long red hair and an artificial right eye. She wears her Guild Mark on her upper left arm, though it is mostly covered by her armor. Erza wears custom silver armor, a blue skirt, and black boots. A replica sword and armor can be cost prohibitive, but by layering a silver bustier with smaller metal armor details and using a similar-looking sword, you can evoke Erza’s costume feel at a lower price point.
Ellie from The Last of Us 2
Ellie is a character from The Last of Us video game franchise. In the sequel, The Last of Us II, she becomes the playable protagonist. Five years later, she is now nineteen years old and incredibly mature as a result of the environment. Compared to prior gameplay, her capabilities with firearms has greatly improved, able to handle a large variety of guns with ease. Newfound strength and resourcefulness enables her to craft arrows and use large melee weapons like machetes and hammers. When fighting up close, her preferred weapon is a switchblade. Ellie also learns how to swim and play the acoustic guitar, which was a gift from Joel.
Tayce in “Memory” from RuPaul’s Drag Race UK Season 2
Tayce is a contestant on RuPaul’s Drag Race UK season two. Known for her incredible makeup skills and fashion sense, Tayce is a fierce competitor. In the confessionals, some of her remarks have quite the edge. She was nominated as “Trade Minister” by her fellow competitors, meaning they find her the most attractive. She is currently still in the competition as a part of the top five. This outfit is from the second episode’s lip sync to “Memory” from CATS. Tayce serves this lipsync with her striking beauty and intense emotion, sending Cherry Valentine home, and making this an iconic moment in the show’s her-story.
Erica Reyes
Erica Reyes (Gage Golightly) is a supporting character in MTV’s Teen Wolf. She attends Beacon Hills High School alongside the other main characters. Before being a werewolf, she used to be insecure because of her epilepsy. After having a seizure in gym class, Derek visits her in the hospital and gives her the bite. She completely transforms with a newfound confidence and a bombshell look. She has a close relationship with her fellow beta, Boyd. Despite her new feisty and flirtatious attitude, she shows vulnerability in combat. While only shown through flashbacks, Erica dies at the hands of the alpha pack in season three.
