Why the Funeral Episode of "The Handmaid's Tale" Has the Most Significant Costumes

While many of the looks we see Serena in are still reflective of the original Gilead palette, Kavanagh is slowly pushing the boundaries to express her uncertain status in both Canada and Gilead. She counts switching up necklines and sleeve lengths, using new colors and patterns, and layering as key methods of accomplishing this through Serena's wardrobe.