Object
Secretary’s Coat and Gloves
A matching set of a coat and gloves hurriedly donned by the secretary in the dimly lit waiting room of Dixon Hill’s office. The garments, emblematic of the cold night outside, mark her brisk departure for lunch, heightening the noir atmosphere. Their practical yet period-appropriate style anchors the secretary’s playful, flirtatious exit and contrasts with the simulated 1941 setting, underscoring the interplay of real and holodeck worlds.
2 appearances
Purpose
To provide the secretary with protective outerwear for stepping outside, signaling a temporary departure from the office and punctuating the scene’s shift from banter to intrigue.
Significance
The coat and gloves symbolize the secretary’s transition from the casual, teasing role toward the unfolding noir mystery. They amplify the period tone, marking a tangible boundary between inside safety and outside danger, while emphasizing her agency as she leaves Picard to confront the darker elements of the narrative.
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