TESS
Character Style Profile
Tess embodies timeless glamour fused with authority. As the daughter of the club’s founder, she inherited not only the Burlesque lounge but also a legacy of sophistication — and she makes it clear in the script that she “only wears designer,” just as her mother did before her. Her wardrobe is a carefully curated mix of stage-ready showgirl opulence and high-fashion baroness chic, reflecting both her status as emcee and her role as a savvy businesswoman keeping the club afloat.
Onstage, Tess dazzles in couture-inspired gowns dripping with sequins, beads, and rich fabrics — long lines, dramatic silhouettes, and statement accessories that command attention under the lights. Think dramatic draped satins, crystal embellishments, and figure-hugging designs that reinforce her role as the reigning star. Offstage, as the bar owner, Tess doesn’t shed her designer identity but shifts into tailored, high-end eveningwear She wears structured blazers, silk blouses, and floor-length coats that signal wealth, taste, and resilience.
Her overall aesthetic is powerful, glamorous, and unapologetically luxe. A visual throughline connecting Tess to her mother’s legacy while underscoring her refusal to compromise her identity or standards. Whether pouring drinks or closing a show, Tess is always in designer, always commanding the room, and always dressed like the undisputed queen of Burlesque.
