Costumes Quote by Trina Robbins
“There's a difference between sexy and hyper-sexy. The way I have drawn Vampirella, she's definitely sexy, I designed the costume. But her costume, through the years, has gotten briefer and briefer. She has been hypersexualized, but not by me. I mean, I see drawings in which she's got the 'brokeback pose'. I would never do that.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Comic Art Discussion, 2020
She distinguishes between tasteful sexiness and oversexualization in Vampirella, rejecting hypersexual poses.
In simple terms: She wants sexy, not hypersexual, art.
Key Takeaway
Create respectful, empowering character designs.
Themes
art
representation
gender
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
opinion
artistic
When to use this quote
- comics
- fashion
- visual culture
Key Concepts
character design
media portrayal
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define respectful sexuality?
- What limits should be set for character design?
A Different Perspective
Balancing appeal with respect is challenging.
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