Post-apocalyptic
In these situations worn, dusty, grungy, dirty and stained clothing are most common, no hygiene and unable to wash clothes shows how a lack of resources has led you to re-purpose clothing and materials that you have found for survival. In desert situations, sunglasses would be vital to avoid blinding. Boots are a major must have; if your feet become damaged or blistered you cannot move making it a matter of life or death. Earthy colours such as browns, greens and greys are used. This can be seen in 'The Road' where the father and son wear baggy, dirty stained clothing and layers to protect them from the elements, emphasising the lack of clean water they have to clean themselves with. 
Sci-fi
Futuristic costumes are worn to reflect our idea of fashion in the future. Leather and metal are often used throughout. Women are often reflected in tight, form fitting clothing suggesting even in the future, women are exploited. Although ironically, women are often presented as more powerful in these clothes in sci-fi films. Metallic colours such as silver are used as well as purple and blue; possibly to reflect space. Technology and science feature throughout the clothes to show the scientific advancement and to emphasise the use in the plot of the film.
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Period Drama
Old fashioned clothing from the era of the film are usually the ones used; typically dresses and suits from the Victorian era. long dresses that cover most of the body are used for women. As the focus of the drama is mainly on royalty, expensive necklaces, looking dresses and gloves are also used to show the wealth from the people involved. Black and brown sophisticated suits are worn by men as they were considered upper class, these can be paired with top hats. In 1940s period dramas, women are shown to have more form fitting, less layered clothing. Floral patterns are common.
My Opening Scene
In my opening scene, I will use dark, earthy colours
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