17 Unrealistic Female Outfit Tropes In Action Movies That Don’t Make Sense

It’s always amazing to see women being strong, not just in heart but also in muscles and punches. Harley Quinn, Black Widow, and several other characters are so iconic for breaking female stereotypes. And as cool as their outfit designs are, they don’t actually make much sense.

For example, how in the nine realms do women fight while wearing heels? Or how is it that wearing less clothing would aid them in any way in fighting against the bad guys? Why are they always showing their cleavage like it’s going to support them in a battle somehow? Why the leather pants?!

Gamora, ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’

Those unusual heels? Okay, they weren’t too high. I guess if you’ve walked in them your whole life, it wouldn’t be that hard to pull off a few tricks on them. What about that hair? Doesn’t it get in the way of your sight? Don’t they even attack your own eyes?!

Mystique, ‘X-Men: First Class’

It’s not rocket science to figure out that Jennifer Lawrence was mostly naked while playing this role. Sure, she had blue skin and looked unusual. But once does not simply run around without at least the proper support. They can SAG, and it hurts a LOT.

Laurie, ‘Watchmen’

Yes, there’s something amazing about leather shoes, gloves, and pants. But real female superheroes would know just how ridiculous they are in terms of practicality. They’re supposed to look cool, that’s right, but when you think about the parts where the leather scratches the skin- Ouch.

Sally, ‘Watchmen’

Next in line for ‘Watchmen’ is Sally. In hindsight, you’d think she’s a dancer if you never watched this movie. She’s not dancing. She’s fighting. In a dance costume.

Harley Quinn, ‘Suicide Squad’

We don’t actually expect her to make sense when it comes to choosing her outfit. She looks equally crazy in ‘Birds of Prey’ and fell for the most toxic man you could’ve ever asked in a fictional world. But we’re definitely digging the way she makes red and blue combination looks good.

Catwoman, ‘Batman Returns’

Most people might have heard just how much Michelle Pfieffer had to struggle to wear this leather tight catsuit. It doesn’t even make sense that you can move in it.

Padmé, ‘Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones’

Padmé, dear girl. You were not old enough to rock a purposely torn outfit so you look hotter. Why does it have to rip there?

Letty and Kara, ‘Furious 7’

Two very angry women in formal, high slit gowns and high heels punching, jumping, kicking, and trying to screw the other person. Just remembering the day I wore heels to the theater while watching this and how my legs twitched while watching them jump around.

Patience, ‘Catwoman’

Not going to lie; Patience’s outfit here is a whole lot more breathable compared to Michelle’s. Still, sports bra exists, people. A wired bra is visibly more painful to wear when you’re jumping from one roof to another.

Christie and Helena, ‘DOA: Dead or Alive’

Sure, going to the beach and wearing bikinis make sense. But string bikinis sound like inviting accidents to happen. You don’t need good techniques to pull a fast one on those in a real-life fight.

Tina, ‘DOA: Dead or Alive’

Blazers? Jeans? Very impressed that none of those ripped when she was fighting. The shoes and shirts looked decent, though.

Mother Russia, ‘Kick-Ass 2’

KGB and that bra design just doesn’t mesh. In all honesty, the fact that she attempted to carry and yeet people multiple times in bras that weren’t meant to be comfortable at all for her, plus being practically naked while fighting? What are protective gears?

Night B**ch, ‘Kick-Ass 2’

Tight leather pants are sexy. For those who loves fashion, looking good always comes with an expense. Such as not being able to move around comfortably. Unlike this fighter in tight leather pants and a bikini top.

Babydoll, Rocket, and Sweat Pea, ‘Sucker Punch’

This movie doesn’t really make sense because it’s not supposed to be. Perks of fighting in a distorted reality: rock those heels and knee-socks.

Natasha, ‘Iron Man 2’

The next long-haired superhero who fights physically has to remember that they need to tie their hair back. Unless your hair is made of actual iron and can slap the heck out of your enemies, tie it up.

Elektra, ‘Elektra’

Corset. She’s fighting in a corset. Corset was literally designed to restrict your torso. Even tight jeans would’ve been torturous, but to fight in a corset?

Diana, ‘Wonder Woman’

Gal Gadot made her role especially amazing. But why in the holy Thor’s mjolnir would she be wearing so minimum fighting in a warzone- Well, okay, she is mostly immune to them. But still… what’s the function of metal torso protector if you’re just going to let your thighs visibly vulnerable all the time?

Alice, ‘Resident Evil’

Given the fact that she often doesn’t get a choice in what she gets to wear… Bet if she could review that sleepwear, she’d say 10/10 do not recommend.