The attire worn by those accused of witchcraft during the Salem witch trials in 1692 is a topic of interest and speculation. The clothing choices made by these individuals played a role in their portrayal as witches and contributed to the general atmosphere of fear and suspicion that engulfed the town of Salem. During this time period, Puritan fashion was characterized by simplicity and modesty. Women typically wore long, loose-fitting dresses that covered their bodies from neck to ankle. The clothing was often made of wool or linen and was in muted or dark colors such as gray, brown, or black. The outfits were designed to conceal the curves of the body and create a sense of modesty and self-control.

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The outfits were designed to conceal the curves of the body and create a sense of modesty and self-control. However, when accused of witchcraft, women's clothing was scrutinized for any signs of being part of a supernatural world. Anything out of the ordinary, such as colorful or elaborate attire, could be seen as evidence of a connection to the devil.

The Stranger Things actor plays psychic mushroom Magic Myc in Netflix's new animated comedy series.

Netflix’s latest foray into adult animation, Inside Job, premieres this week with an all-star comedy cast. The series, which hails from the mind of Shion Takeuchi (Gravity Falls), is an adult animated workplace comedy that takes place at Cognito, Inc., a shadow government organization that creates and manages global conspiracies: everything from Illuminati-style secret societies to Bigfoot to lizard people to chemtrails gets namechecked in the trailer.

The team is led by “anti-social tech genius” Reagan Ridley (Lizzy Caplan) who tries to manage her misfit team which includes psychic sentient mushroom Magic Myc, voiced by actor and comedian Brett Gelman. Gelman has made a name for himself playing intense, acerbic characters like Claire’s (Sian Clifford) toxic husband Martin in Fleabag and a conspiracy theorist/private investigator Murray Bauman in Stranger Things.

We sat down with Gelman to discuss his new series, favorite conspiracy theories, and why women of color should do whatever the hell they want.

THE MARY SUE: Growing up, conspiracy theories were often a source of humor, met with tin foil hat jokes and all that. But nowadays, we’re confronted with the more insidious aspects of them, such as their proliferation on social media and the mainstreaming of dangerous theories like QAnon. Do you think its harder to find humor in the subject in our current climate?

BRETT GELMAN: You know, I don’t think so, … I’m somebody who believes it’s very healing to laugh at like, horrible things that are going on, as long as you’re not disrespecting the people who are being affected by them. But I’ve even found that, yeah, I didn’t think anything [on the series] was really exploitive. Plus you know, Shion [Takeuchi] is a very sensitive and intelligent person, so that when she really goes for the edgy joke, it is backed up with so much good intention and intelligence that it works, you know?

Also, she’s a woman of color – she gets to do what she wants, and she should! I mean really, I think that’s a lot of the answer too, who is running these shows. And when you have a woman of color running the show, it’s like, you’re given more of a leeway to do that, because she has been affected by the dark side of the United States you know, so being a voice-piece for her vision is really great.

TMS: It’s a perspective that punches up, that isn’t bullying. I like that there’s a supportive vibe at the core of the show. Do you have a favorite conspiracy theory?

BG: I’m pretty basic, I mean, when I was a teenager and Oliver Stone’s JFK came out, I was just so into everything surrounding that, it was just so fascinating to me. I loved that movie and I loved how paranoid it was, … you felt like the people behind it were right outside your door. But then Area 51 and all of the alien theory stuff really freaked me out too.

Conspiracy theories, if I think that they’re true, and those two I do, they’re really scary, so I’m pretty emotionally connected less in terms of like ‘that’s awesome’, more like, ‘hope that doesn’t kill me!’ They freak me out, and what’s so amazing is to be thinking about these people reading these fake conspiracy theories and believing them to be true, they’re really having some bad days! As bad as they’re making our days, their days are pretty bad if they’re believing some of that crazy shit. Because conspiracy theories are stressful, and I think one of the great things about the show is that it takes the stress out of it by laughing at how ridiculous it is.

TMS: What would you like to see happen with Myc in season 2?

BG: I’d love to see Myc in a romantic relationship, that would be fantastic. It’d be amazing if like, he became the central part of some sort of actual QAnon conspiracy, just to have Myc be at the center of that would be really fun.

TMS: You also play a conspiracy theorist in Stranger Things, can you tell us anything about season 4?

BG: I can’t! I can’t say more than what has already been revealed.

Inside Job premieres on October 22 on Netflix.

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In many cases, the clothing worn by accused witches was described as being torn, dirty, or disheveled, reinforcing the idea that they were in league with evil forces. In addition to the state of their clothing, accused witches were examined for any physical abnormalities or marks that were believed to be signs of witchcraft. Moles, birthmarks, or even a third nipple were seen as evidence of a pact with the devil. These physical traits, along with peculiar clothing, further fueled suspicions and led to the conviction and execution of many innocent individuals. The witch trials in Salem were a dark and tragic chapter in American history, and the clothing worn by the accused played a prominent role in shaping public opinion and perceptions about witchcraft. Although it is impossible to say with certainty what exactly the accused witches wore, the descriptions provided in historical accounts suggest that their clothing choices were used as a means to reinforce the prevailing beliefs and fears of the time. Today, the attire worn by those accused of witchcraft serves as a reminder of the mass hysteria and injustice that occurred during this period..

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1. Sarah - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with the Salem witch attire! The quality was subpar and the fabric felt cheap. The fit was also off, and it didn't look flattering at all. Plus, the overall design was dull and lacked creativity. I was expecting something more unique and authentic, but this just looked like a generic Halloween costume. I would not recommend it if you're looking for a high-quality and stylish witch outfit.

2. John - 1 star - The Salem witch attire was a complete letdown for me. First of all, the sizing was way off. I ordered my usual size, but it was either too tight in some places or too loose in others. The material was also very scratchy and uncomfortable to wear. Additionally, the details were poorly done, with loose threads and cheap-looking embellishments. Overall, I was highly disappointed with the quality and would not recommend this costume to anyone.

3. Emily - 2 stars - I had high hopes for the Salem witch attire, but it fell short of my expectations. The quality was average at best, with thin and flimsy material that felt like it wouldn't last more than one wear. The fit was also awkward, with the sleeves being too long and the neckline not sitting right. The overall design lacked originality and was quite generic. I was hoping for a more authentic and well-crafted witch costume, but unfortunately, this was not it.

4. Mike - 1 star - The Salem witch attire was a total waste of money. The fabric was cheap and uncomfortable, causing irritation on my skin. The fit was also completely off, making me look ridiculous instead of stylish. The design was lackluster and lacked any attention to detail. The worst part was that the costume arrived with missing pieces, and the customer service was unresponsive when I tried to resolve the issue. I would strongly advise against purchasing this attire.

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