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As a costume designer I would aim to push the theme of Insecurity to portray that Rat doesn't want to show their body.
Rat would have scars and dirt patches on their face to seem more 'manly' and less flamboyant to the oblivious/shortsighted audience.
As a costume designer I would decide to push the theme of ___ when dressing this character.For example i would make sure that he/she/they wears baggy, dirty, and ripped clothing to portay that he/she/they are homeless-this would help the audience grasp the true idea and intention to imply that this character is homeless/ an orphan.
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North Korea