Character developments of Mr Z

My initial concept was to have a giraffe as the celebrity chef. As opposite attracts, Ms Hippo will naturally be attracted to a tall and charming celebrity chef. Giraffes are tougher to design due to their long limps and neck. It revolved into Mr Z as I adored zebras as much. They are african animals with sexy skin patterns!

Some character developments of of Mr Z... Liked the one on the top, guess I will work toward that direction;) A cool and macho Mr Z!