Reference - http://americanhorrorstory.wikia.com/wiki/Elsa_Mars
My inspiration of Claudia comes from Elsa Mars, from American Horror Story Freak Show. Claudia is a character in Freak Show that seeks to be like Elsa.
Elsa Mars a German woman with a dark past of prostitution. Even though her intentions for giving her "monsters" a home might have been self-serving, she was still the leader of the troupe and received the utmost respect. However, due to the rise of television and radio, the entertainment once provided by freak shows was being received elsewhere. Despite this, Elsa was obsessed with becoming an international star; if only she could persuade the sleepy hamlet of Jupiter to buy a ticket.
Elsa is a woman with a very fashionable taste. It's not rare to see the leader of the freaks adorned in feathers or fur, and it's likely that these flashy clothing choices are inspired by her Hollywood idols of the era. Elsa's outfits have undertones of a professional, sending the message that she's a powerful force to be reckoned with. Even in casual and sleepwear she is dressed in the most lavish fabric, generally silk. And when she's out on the town she's never caught dead without her large personalised purse engraved with her show's devilish logo. When it comes to her golden locks, she sticks to a classic, tight-curled hairdo fitting of the time period. She often wears light make-up, unless she is performing of course. Elsa's outfits on stage are that of completely different variety. They communicate her desire to be a true a performer.
In terms of personality, Elsa's is certainly one of a large capacity. The German ex-pat is probably best known for her ambition and cleverness. However, often times she works in her own self interest, meaning her cleverness can begin to tread into waters of manipulation. Yet, despite these flaws, Elsa's overall personality is one of class and kindness. She seems to truly care for her freaks and their well-being. As long as they stay out of her spotlight, that is.
This is where Claudia comes in. Living in 2015 Claudia is obsessed with old fashioned films. American Horror story Freak show represents 1952 which is the time that Claudia thinks she lives in, which influences her dress sense, make up and actions. She seems Elsa as a very fashionable woman who is respected therefore tries to seek to be her. Even though Claudia has created her own role of 'Claudia Alastor', even in the show she wants to be Elsa. Her role is girl who no one pays attention to and spends hours everyday changing herself to be like Elsa. What Claudia doesn't realise that Elsa is also doing the same, with her dark past and history there is nothing more that else wants than to layer on make up and feel like a different woman who people admire and respect.
Living in 1952 Claudia has a different fashion taste than her surroundings.
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