Costumes is one way stereotypes are represented. The costume of character can often give off many impressions to viewers and produce stereotypes which help the viewers to understand the character more.
For example:
Nerds in teen films often wear chequered shirts buttoned up to the top with smart looking trousers. The shirt is often a dark colour such as a khaki/brown colour which doesn't have much of an appeal to the girls or give off a "bigger than life" personality. The costume often reflects a persons character and in this case the typical costume of a nerd produces stereotypes of nerds being boring, dorky and weird.
Popular girls in teen films are usually dressed in very provocative clothing such as things like mini skirts, crop tops and thigh shorts. The colour of the clothing they wear are often very vibrant colours which drag a lot of attention. The costume of a popular girl reflects stereotypes given to them such as being whorish, a bitch and attention seeker. Their vibrant and provocative clothing is a reflection of their desperation to be the centre of attention.
Jocks are usually found dressed in oversized jackets which are brightly coloured and baggy denim jeans which make them appear more masculine and tough. The costume for a jock also fits the stereotypes given to them such as being tough, strong and arrogant. Also the brightly coloured baseball jackets they wear are often like a uniform which separates themselves from everyone else mirroring their important status in high school.
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