Ari

This takes place in 2008, the United States of America.

Short, dyed red hair that's slightly messy and wavy, like she cut it herself at 2 a.m. and somehow it worked. Her hair is one of the first things people notice.

Pale/fair skin and muted purple-gray eyes, which give her a tired, withdrawn look.

Slim build with an overall understated appearance. She's not presented as someone who spends a lot of effort trying to look trendy or glamorous.

Casual, slightly alternative clothing, usually graphic or printed T-shirts paired with jeans. Her outfits feel practical and comfortable rather than fashionable.

She has a sort of "Awkward Hot Topic kid who doesn't fully commit to the aesthetic" vibe, but she also works at hot topic!
The overall impression is that Ari looks like someone trying to express herself while also wanting to disappear into the background at the same time. Her red hair stands out, but the rest of her style is pretty low-key and unpolished, which matches her shy, insecure personality.

Awkward and timid: Ari is often nervous around other people and can come across as socially uncomfortable. Other people even comment on how awkward she is.

Sensitive and insecure: Much of her behavior is driven by low self-esteem and a need for affection and validation.

Reserved but not weak: She usually avoids conflict, but she'll sometimes stand up for herself or others when she feels strongly enough.

Emotionally dependent: One of her biggest flaws is that she tends to tolerate unhealthy relationships because she craves connection and has a distorted idea of what love should look like.

Passive-aggressive streak: Ari can be bitter, manipulative, or hostile when she's hurt or rejected. She's not purely innocent.

Ari is a lonely, insecure girl who wants love and acceptance so badly that she often ends up trapped in unhealthy situations, despite having a fundamentally caring side. She also struggles with her mental health.