Importance of The Color of Serafina's Dress

Serafina' s dress is maroon, a shade of red that represents sacrifice, energy, passion, and action. These are all traits that embody Serafina. It is interesting that maroon is the color Braden's aunt chooses for a dress meant for Clara who wears yellow. Yellow usually represents joy, happiness, energy, and intelligence. However, it can also represent cowardice and mental illness.

Braeden's aunt has the maroon dress made for Clara hoping that she has the qualities associated with the color, as these would be attractive to Braeden. In reality, the dress fits Serafina's personality better. This is why Braeden gives the dress to her.