47 We Clean Up Well

In order to attend a ball or other formal event, your character must dress in formal attire. These prompts will help you find an appropriate and flattering outfit to match your character’s personality.

Basic Style

images What is the basic style of this outfit?

images Suit: A multipiece ensemble involving trousers and a jacket

images Dress: Usually a single-piece garment that hangs from the upper body

images Robe: A flowing garment that usually covers the wearer’s arms and legs

images Uniform: A garment inspired by a profession or military rank

images Unique: An outfit that defies traditional definition but commands elegance

images Choose two colors that complement your character’s skin and hair to be the primary focus of the ensemble.


images For accents, choose at least one color that complements your character’s eyes.


What Does the Outfit Convey?

images What should it tell people who see you? (choose two)

images I am beautiful.

images I am powerful.

images I am charming.

images I am dangerous.

images I am wise.

images I am just.

images I don’t care about any of this.

images I am frightening.

How Does It Move?

Pick a striking facet of your outfit that emphasizes your movement. It could be the way the fabric drapes and flows, how certain details catch the light, or even a magical property that moves with you.

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How Does It Shine?

Pick something on your outfit to catch the light. It could be jewelry or stones on your fascinator, or your whole outfit might sparkle.

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How Do You Accessorize?

Pick a small item such as a scarf, a hat, a cape, or even a weapon that accompanies the outfit.

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How Is It Yours?

Not every character is at ease in formal settings. Some abhor all forms of formal attire. Even so, there is something about this outfit that distinctly matches your personality. It could be related to your class, a reference to your deeds and struggles, or an expression of a theme that captures your essence.

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How Are You Prepared?

Few people attend formal events anticipating combat, but in your line of work, these things can happen. Keeping in mind that some venues ban openly carried weapons, how is this outfit going to help you in a fight?

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