New Duds

The more things change the more they stay the same. I guess this applies to the powers that be in the comic book industry. Yet again all of us comic book fans around the world must suffer through yet another "hip, new, modern take" of a classic superhero.



I really don't understand why a lot of these writers and artists feel it necessary to "put their stamp" on iconic characters. If there is one thing that is been proven time and time again, these modernization of classic hero's uniforms never really work out well. This time around the block it's Wonder Woman who is getting the new duds courtesy of Jim Lee and J. Michael Straczynski.
And to be truth full, I don't have a problem with the new look for the most part (all though...what is up with the "spurs" on her boots?). That and her new origin story is just a little bit to similar to one of the other of the big 3 at DC, (aka Superman). In the end all this is, is a little smoke and mirrors to sell a few comic books, and to help promote interest in a particular character.


It's not like we all haven't had to suffer through this kind of thing before. Many times over the years some new artist, editor or writer comes along and thinks, "Hey! You know what would be great. We should update (insert generic hero's) looks and uniform with something modern and cool! The kids will love that stuff!"

Those of my generation will remember Spiderman's black uniform, and even as cool at that looked it only lasted a short time. and who could forget Aquaman's "Ocean-camo" look! Then there was Storm of the X-men and her punk mohawk look and even Wonder Woman herself has had many makeovers (feminist jump-suit, anyone). And Superman's super-mullet! Last, but by no means least, lest we ever forget the horribly misguided Superman Red & Blue.

When you start looking at it, it is truly amazing how many of our favorite super hero's have had their costumes messed with over the years. All the way from Batman to almost all of the X-men. It doesn't matter who the character is, from the biggest to the most obscure (well, not too obscure).


At least we can rest easy as this to shall pass. Long live princess Diana of the Amazons.