‘It Was Terribly Uncomfortable’: Women In Blue Stars Open Up About Having To Wear Miniskirts For Apple TV+’s Crime Drama

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'It Was Terribly Uncomfortable': Women In Blue Stars Open Up About Having To Wear Miniskirts For Apple TV+'s Crime Drama

As a long-time enthusiast of captivating television series that delve into the human spirit and societal struggles, I must say “Women in Blue” has certainly left an indelible mark on me. This Spanish-language crime drama set in 1970s Mexico, tells the story of four trailblazing women who defied expectations to join their nation’s police force.

The series titled “Women in Blue” made its debut on Apple TV+ during the summer of 2024, offering a gripping account of four trailblazing women who broke the mold by joining Mexico’s police force in the year 1970. Despite their limited support from colleagues, they manage to uncover a serial killer. Interestingly, their uniforms – reminiscent of the early ’70s – consist of striking blue miniskirts and high-heeled boots, with whistles instead of weapons that male officers would typically carry. The characters find these outfits less than ideal, and according to the show’s stars, it wasn’t any more comfortable for the actors wearing them.

Titled “The Blues“, this ten-part series, originally named “Las Azules” in Spanish, is based on real events and boasts an all-Hispanic cast, setting it apart from many others. At present, only six of the ten episodes have been made available on Apple TV+. If you haven’t started watching yet, now’s a fantastic opportunity to get caught up. In a recent conversation with stars Ximena Sariñara (Angeles), Bárbara Mori (Maria), Natalie Téllez (Valentina), and Amorita Rasgado (Gabina), I inquired about their experiences wearing the miniskirts from the 1970s while playing their characters. Téllez shared her thoughts:

The situation wasn’t feasible, as you correctly pointed out. Given how the characters responded to trying on the uniforms, it was evident that they embodied a certain level of machismo. However, they recognized that this job opportunity offered them more than just being confined to their homes and families. I found the outfit incredibly awkward – a miniskirt, high-heeled boots, a thick belt that molded the body, and a whistle. In essence, it was a belt designed to shape the body, and a whistle! It was uncomfortable enough for me to imagine, let alone those women with police training navigating city life in such skirts and high heels. Truly unpleasant.

The unrealistic costumes offer some perspective on the characters, as Téllez pointed out. For instance, Valentina’s character frequently pushes up her sleeves in the episodes. Given that these four women are tirelessly working to crack a serial killer case and are often overlooked by other law enforcement officials, it’s quite apparent why mini-skirts would be impractical for both the characters in 1970 and the actresses playing them in 2024.

Barbara Mori, who plays Maria – Valentina’s sibling – echoed similar thoughts regarding the costumes for “Women in Blue.” Upon mentioning that the uniform appears rather unpractical for police officers, she replied:

In my personal life, as Bárbara, I don’t opt for miniskirts. The reason is quite simple – I find them uncomfortable and not suitable for daily activities. So when I wore one with Maria, especially when it was quite short, I couldn’t help but wonder how they managed to go about their usual routines in such outfits. It seemed extremely uncomfortable to me.

Since the show centers around the fact that these four female characters are often unfairly dismissed and used more for publicity than respect in law enforcement, it’s logical that the actresses portraying them had to wear the less-than-comfortable clothing of the time. After all, the series is based on real events. The uniforms were hardly the highlight of their job on Women in Blue.

The Spanish crime drama airing on a streaming platform has reached its sixth episode out of ten, and I highly recommend watching the first six episodes if you haven’t yet. This will allow you to catch up and follow along for the rest of the season. Luckily, it’s simple to do this with an Apple TV+ subscription. Fresh episodes are released every Wednesday until the final episode on September 25th.

It’s yet to be determined whether “Women in Blue”/ “Las Azules” (and any future Apple TV+ series) will eventually rank among the top shows on Apple TV+, but I strongly recommend it for those who enjoy watching crime dramas, period dramas, and true crime television programs and films.

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2024-08-31 23:37