How does Steinbeck present the character of curleys wife in chapter 2 in Of Mice and Men?

We're put in both the position of the men, and of Steinbeck himself.

Firstly we get the first impression, which is flirtatious as she experiments with positions in the doorway.

Secondly, when looking in more detail, she can't get comfortable and feels uncomfortable infront of all the men. Often you'll see her near the exit or in the doorway; it's like a fast escape incase either Curley arrives, or if the men try something.

It is down to your own interpretation, but she isn't a flirtatious character as it's seemed.