terrybartley (he/him/his)
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terrybartley (he/him/his)
@terrybartley
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Really don’t have a dog in this weird fight between the El suits. I think they’re both incredible in their own right and compliment each other in very compelling ways. I like the retro design principles that feels reminiscent of space adventurers and something you could actually imagine fashionable aliens wearing. That’s definitely what the lines here are for, giving them accents and texture- but I think they communicate different things about the characters altogether. Superman’s suit feels a bit more thick and square, leaning in on the blue collar work uniform with the squared belt and trunks. He’s an ‘actioneer’ in a work uniform, used solely to perform his job and bring ease and comfort to those he saves. Supergirl’s suit feels a bit more regal in design, based more on Kryptonian wear that she’d obviously be more accustomed to such as the belt and its engravings as well as the gold trimmed boots. The lines are curved and rounded, not as straight and narrow as Superman but instead exudes elegance. Idk I think they’re really cool.













