Main Character Costume Design Production post!

For this stage of planning, I made a costume idea for my main character that reflects a casual and slightly worn appearance. The outfit includes blue jeans, a gray polo shirt, and a black puffer vest. I chose these pieces intentionally to communicate subtle character details without making the costume overly dramatic.

The overall look is casual and understated. Instead of dressing the character in a formal suit, which is common in traditional mafia/crime movies. I wanted to present him in everyday clothing. This helps make the crime genre and character feel more realistic and grounded. It suggests that criminal activity is part of his normal life rather than something theatrical and unrealistic, like wearing suits and ties.

My grandpas clothes!

The clothing I chose for my main character also appears slightly older rather than brand new. The jeans and polo are simple, practical items that look lived in. This choice makes the idea that the character values "function over fashion." It avoids flashy stereotypes of common mafia moves where they all wear suits and ties and instead presents him as calm, controlled, and comfortable in this environment.

The black vest creates some sort of base or structure to the outfit. While still feeling casual, it creates a darker tone that aligns with the serious mood of the film. The layered look over the polo also gives depth to the costume without making it too formal.

An important detail is that these clothes were from my grandpa's closet. This adds authenticity to the costume because the clothing is actually worn and used rather than artificially aged. The natural wear and slightly aged style help me reinforce the idea that expensive clothing does
not always mean power and wealth. 

Overall, this costume supports my crime film opener by portraying the character an understanding and relatable but also confident. The casual, aged clothing reflects the realism I'm going for and suggests the power doesn't always need to be displayed through luxurious items and expensive fashion.