The relationship between these two women is a complicated one, mostly because they are so similar. Both Cecily and Gwendolen are intelligent woman. They know what they want and will do by any cost what is need in order to achieve that goal.. For instance Gwendolen followed Jack for her beloved city, to the country where she undoubtedly feels uncomfortable. Similarly, Cecily convinces Jack, to allow her love interest, Algernon, to stay at the country house with them. Another similarity that makes the relationship so bipolar and sassy, is the importance they both put on style. Gwendolen simply wants the perfect wedding engagement to a man named Earnest, and only an Earnest. The name means too much for her, for her to settle for anything less.
