Costume Changes Coming For The Guardians Of The Galaxy

You could make the case that creating costumes for Guardians of the Galaxy is more challenging than any other Marvel franchise. For one, its superhero adventures take place in outer space, on alien worlds, so the costumes have to look non-earthly but not too sci-fi-y — based on a request from director James Gunn. Secondly, since there are so many different races of alien species featured throughout, creating some sort of visual cohesion with green, grey, blue and pink skinned characters is very difficult to pull off.

And as cool as the costumes look, they also can convey something deeper. For example: before the random, intergalactic team of misfits head off on their final battle with Ronan, they all (except Groot) all end up in Ravagers' gear to signify that they are now a family.

However, since the sequel will be about the team struggling to maintain that kinship, can we still expect a cohesive visual identity for the Guardians?

"I'd say, in the beginning of the movie a little bit, but less so as we go on," executive producer Jonathan Schwartz told ComicBook.com, along with other members of the press, during a set visit. "Part of them kind of, getting full of themselves and believing their own hype and fame. It's the idea that they are distinguishing themselves visually a little bit. And you see that in the costume design. They are a little more rock 'n roll. They kinda think they're awesome now. Which is, at least, a little visual diversion."

Set to the backdrop of 'Awesome Mixtape #2,' Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 continues the team's adventures as they traverse the outer reaches of the cosmos. The Guardians must fight to keep their newfound family together as they unravel the mysteries of Peter Quill's true parentage. Old foes become new allies and fan-favorite characters from the classic comics will come to our heroes' aid as the Marvel cinematic universe continues to expand.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 is written and directed by James Gunn (Slither). The film marks the return of the original Guardians, including Chris Pratt (Jurassic World) as Peter Quill/Star-Lord; Zoe Saldana (Star Trek Into Darkness) as Gamora; Dave Bautista (Spectre) as Drax; Vin Diesel (Furious 7) as the voice of Groot; Bradley Cooper (American Sniper) as the voice of Rocket; Michael Rooker (Jumper) as Yondu; Karen Gillan (The Big Short) as Nebula; and Sean Gunn (Gilmore Girls) as Kraglin. New cast members include Pom Klementieff (Oldboy), Elizabeth Debicki (The Great Gatsby, Everest), Chris Sullivan (The Knick, The Drop) and Kurt Russell (The Hateful Eight, The Thing).

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 is scheduled to hit theaters on May 5, 2017. Avengers: Infinity War is set to hit theaters May 4, 2018.