well correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't remember seeing any dresses for Christie in the design contest? Maybe that can prove to TN that the community likes her touch of masculinity?
Actually, most of her entries comprises of bodysuits and dresses but what seemed odd about the dresses is that they look like drapes wrapped around her. My own Christie entry was the only one in legit pants.
So the minority were pants like yours then compared to bodysuits and dresses... Hmm well judging by what you say the entries show they want Christie to fulfill the assassin/spy/secret agent role in DOA, and the dresses are for a more casual look.
I don't think TN will compromise her role of masculinity in the female cast anytime soon tbh. They've created a niche image for Christie and probably want to just add a different side to her with the recent feminine attire? Don't feel disheartened ^_^!