Camilla Cream is a fictional character from the children's book "A Bad Case of Stripes" by David Shannon. She is a young girl who struggles with her identity and self-acceptance, often changing her appearance to please others. Her story highlights the importance of being true to oneself and the challenges of peer pressure. In the book, Camilla wakes up one day covered in colorful stripes, which causes her distress and embarrassment. As she tries to fit in, her condition worsens, leading to a series of humorous and chaotic events. Ultimately, she learns to embrace her uniqueness and finds happiness in being herself.