Stereotypical Costumes

Costumes are used in all films and often refer to the typical stereotype of that character. This then means that the audience can automatically see what type of character that person is going to be by simply looking at then, as the audience can automatically cast a judgment. Stereotypical characters are always shown through there costume in all aspects of film and television. For example, the stereotypical teenage school girl character will often be portrayed as being a 'slut' and costume helps to show this stereotype. This is because the character would wear a costume that will include things such as a short skirts, short tie and commonly wear blouses revealing cleavage and parts of there stomach, also they would use props such as a phone as teenagers are often known for being constantly on there phones. 

Another character that is commonly stereotyped in films is the typical 'Londoner'. This is because there is this idea that they are the typical British man, being posh, upper class, well spoken and often being well presented. This is portrayed in there stereotypical costume, being smart expensive business wear. This includes things like a  suit and tie and being 'well groomed' and handsome.