“When President Snow gave the crown to Katniss, he gave her a venomous look that let her know he would get revenge.”
]]>After winning the 74th Games, Peeta and Katniss both appeared for the post-Games interview. Katniss was told by Haymitch Abernathy that they must act as though they were madly in love and that she would have rather died than lose Peeta. Katniss was dressed as an innocent young girl in a yellow dress that resembled candlelight to draw attention away from her rebellious actions.
“When President Snow gave the crown to Katniss, he gave her a venomous look that let her know he would get revenge.”
“Primrose was selected as the female tribute, but her older sister, Katniss, selflessly volunteered to take her place in the Games.”
]]>Primrose wore this outfit during the 74th reaping in which her name was selected as the female tribute from District 12. This outfit consists of a cream colored blouse with lace trim along the collar and down the front. She also wore a green floral skirt.
“Primrose was selected as the female tribute, but her older sister, Katniss, selflessly volunteered to take her place in the Games.”
"Primrose Reaping Costume from The Hunger Games." ICollector. ICollector Technologies Inc., n.d. Web. 20 Oct. 2014.
“When she twirled, artificial flames engulfed the bottom of the dress. This is when she gained the nickname “Girl on Fire.’”
]]>For Katniss’ first interview with the host of the Hunger Games, Caesar Flickerman, she wore a glittering red dress. She won the Capitol over by showing off her outfit and twirling around, making her look beautiful.
“When she twirled, artificial flames engulfed the bottom of the dress. This is when she gained the nickname “Girl on Fire.’”
“In the Capitol, fashion was displayed through a bold use of color, volume, and layering.”
]]>The dazzling Effie Trinket arrived at the 74th reaping day in this vivid magenta suit. This was the first look at the world of the Capitol that Katniss and Peeta were whisked away in to compete.
“In the Capitol, fashion was displayed through a bold use of color, volume, and layering.”
"The Hunger Games Costumes on the Auction Block." Tyranny of Style. Tyranny Of Style/Joe Kucharski, n.d. Web. 13 Oct. 2014.
“These outfits contrasted directly with Katniss’ image of a hunter and Peeta’s background as a poor baker’s son.”
]]>Katniss’ first reaping dress (for the 74th Hunger Games), made of vintage fabric with small details at the shoulders, represented both her beauty and vulnerability. Peeta looked very presentable and sharp in his plain shirt and slightly pinstriped pants.
“These outfits contrasted directly with Katniss’ image of a hunter and Peeta’s background as a poor baker’s son.”
"The Hunger Games Costumes on the Auction Block." Tyranny of Style. Tyranny Of Style/Joe Kucharski, n.d. Web. 13 Oct. 2014.
“The fashion at the Capitol is much different than the districts and is an acquired taste. There are many mismatched colors and wild, bold patterns and hairstyles.”
]]>This purple dress was what Effie wore to Katniss and Peeta’s wedding party at the presidential palace. Knowing that this night meant a lot to the capital and to the couple, Effie wanted to look her best, which, in the eyes of the Capitol, she did.
“The fashion at the Capitol is much different than the districts and is an acquired taste. There are many mismatched colors and wild, bold patterns and hairstyles.”
"Effie Trinket Catching Fire Costume." Pinterest. Pinterest, n.d. Web. 09 Oct. 2014.
“Showing her love for Peeta was Katniss’ biggest duty that night at the party, because President Snow told her that he needed to be convinced of their love for each other. ‘You convince me, for the sake of your loved ones,’ he said.”
]]>After announcing their engagement, Katniss and Peeta attended a party thrown in their name at President Snow’s palace. The dress Katniss wore lightly imitated a mockingjay complete with fashionable feathers on the shoulders. It also symbolized her nickname “the Girl on Fire” because the feathers had a firey look to them.
“Showing her love for Peeta was Katniss’ biggest duty that night at the party, because President Snow told her that he needed to be convinced of their love for each other. ‘You convince me, for the sake of your loved ones,’ he said.”
A, Molly. "Catching Fire Costume Design." Panem Propaganda - The Hunger Games News. PanemPropaganda.com, 9 Feb. 2014. Web. 09 Oct. 2014.