Object: Set
Brand:
P.C. Leathers
Date: 1982
Medium: Leather and metal
Country: USA
Credit Line: Museum purchase
Object number: P83.12.2
DescriptionBlack leather bra with metal studs; snap adjusting shoulder straps; horizontally seamed bust cups extending to back with circular snap on covers for exposed apex; connecting center front elastic band; center back snap closing. Matching corselette; four panel back with bones at princess and side seams; grommet and lace up front curving under breasts with boning at princess seams; elastic attached garters at each princess point along hem with metal and rubber clasps. Matching garter belt; back and front cut the same; center seam; grommet and leather lace up sides; tapered straps ending in elastic garters with metal and rubber clasps.
Label Text:Leather is a key material for fetish wear. It is sensuous with a distinctive feel, look, and smell – an erotic second skin. Considered a “hard” material (as opposed to softer silks, lace, and fur) leather is often associated with S&M culture.
Exhibitions:
- Power Mode