DARK SIDE OF FASHION

BASIC MAGAZINE

Issue 10: Spectacle

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The interweaving of fetish paraphernalia into contemporary haute couture has gained prominence in the fashion world. Once an enigmatic subculture of forbidden lust and sexual deviation, the kink community has become an intrinsic part of fashion—creating unapologetic, bold and striking style statements. From fetish staples, including harness-es, bondage gear, latex, rubber, corsets, vinyl, and PVC, iconic materials have been seen time and time again in editorials, on the run-way, and in the closets of some of Hollywood’s leading luminaries.