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About Rhett Butler

If the name Rhett Butler does not conjure up an image in your mind then you need to rent the film Gone with the Wind! Gone with the Wind was first created as a book by Margaret Mitchell. The book is based on the Civil War in the south, and how it changed one southern belles life, as well as her friends and family. Rhett Butler is one character from the book, and essential character that needed to be in the movie. At first Rhett Butler seems like no gentlemen to title character {Scarlett O’Hara}, but eventually she falls in love with this dashing man. Rhett Butler was played by the great Clark Gable in the 1939 film. He truly gave the character the real characterization needed to make a great film. Though others have tried to play Rhett Butler they do not hold a candle to Clark Gable opposite Vivian Leigh. Rhett Butler was always enamored of Scarlett O’Hara and goaded her into marriage. He was a disowned member of his family, didn’t want to join in the fight and always a gambler. However, he eventually entered into the war and wins Scarlett’s hand. They have one child together, another lost in miscarriage in the book and movie. The first child Bonnie dies in a tragic accident.

Dressing up as Rhett Butler

Rhett Butler costumes need to have the appearance of a southern gentleman during the 1840’s. The costumes you will find for Rhett Butler will have black pants, a white dress shirt with cravat, and black dress coat to finish off the suit. A cumberbund, handkerchief, and Southern Swagger are definitely needed. For the hair to be right you will need grease products and a fake pencil line moustache. The shoes should be black dress shoes akin to the southern style of the past. A cigar and drink may also be included in your look. And whatever you do, do not for get Scarlett as you head out for the party!