Gloria Geronimi

Gloria has mixed feelings about her new role as a circus attendant, particularly when it comes to the daily task of bathing Dodsworth, the circus’s one and only elephant. While her love for the family-owned circus, established by her grandfather in 1948, motivated her to take the job—especially as its popularity has waned in recent years—she finds herself dreading the daily grind.

Her biggest grievance? The circus uniform. The dark red long underwear beneath her ensemble can quickly turn itchy and uncomfortable under the sweltering sun, making the job even more challenging. However, Dodsworth’s mischievous prank ends up turning her discomfort into a newfound appreciation for her uniform, even as she adjusts to her gigantic new appearance after the unexpected splash.

Design

Gloria boasts a slender, “Olive Oyl-esque” figure, which stands in stark contrast to the inflated look of her uniform when filled with water. Her long black hair is styled into two playful ponytails, tied with large bows matching the color of her uniform and circus hat. This hairstyle is a nod to Goofy’s iconic dog-like ears, adding a whimsical touch to her character.

Gloria often wears her circus hat sideways or backward, akin to a baseball cap, favoring comfort over convention. This playful approach recalls a moment when Goofy tipped his hat to a clown disguised as Dolores, further connecting her to the classic character.

Beneath her vibrant red jacket adorned with four yellow buttons, Gloria’s uniform features dark green suspenders with bronze buttons, designed to keep her loose blue trousers securely in place.

Uniform Details

•	Circus Hat: Although her boss insists on wearing it front-facing, Gloria prefers the casual comfort of donning her hat sideways. It’s crucial to note that the feather on her hat always sits centered above the brim, a detail that she frequently reminds artists of when commissioning her character’s illustrations.
•	Trousers with Suspenders: When not inflated, Gloria’s trousers fit snugly at the waist but flare out into loose, bell-bottomed legs. They lack pockets, necessitating her ingenious solution of sneaking a garden hose into her long underwear. Despite their seemingly small suspenders, they are sturdy enough to keep her trousers secure, even when her uniform is bursting with water.
•	Shoes: Gloria wears oxford shoes crafted from fine waterproof leather, ensuring that they withstand the inevitable splashes during Dodsworth’s baths—often with her on the receiving end of the drenching!
•	Shirt: Although it appears to be a pullover at first glance, her shirt is actually a button-up jacket. Its narrow sleeves taper at the shoulders, then widen into a relaxed fit at the cuffs, enhancing her playful appearance.

Appearance: Gloria has a slender figure, with long black hair styled in two playful ponytails tied with large bows. She wears a circus hat sideways, matching the color of her red uniform, which features yellow buttons and dark green suspenders. Her blue trousers flare into bell-bottoms and are secured with sturdy suspenders. Gloria’s oxford shoes are made from waterproof leather, and her button-up shirt has tapered sleeves. Her whimsical, Goofy-inspired look adds charm to her role as a circus attendant.