Playing 19th Century.
I’m not absolutely sure what exactly did girls wear in 19th century, but think about something like these:
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I’m not absolutely sure what exactly did girls wear in 19th century, but think about something like these:
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September 4th, 2005 at 20:01
Nice, pix again, Aurora.
Yes, the image of 19th century women was to act shy and reserved….so they would have probably have approved of this veiled, gloved way of dressing….although I don’t reckon they would have displayed their legs so much!
Who is your companion? And how well could you both manage to read through the masks??
September 5th, 2005 at 2:54
Well the 19th centry girls definitly weren’t wearing a tight second skin as you do. But it looks authentic and a bit strange
, but I like that! You can see the skin you are wearing as a membrane, commingly used in nature for protection. I am using it in the performances I am organising and sometimes doiing myself. I do think you have style, I like the way you play with your public and your own personality. Thanks for sharing it with us.
September 5th, 2005 at 5:45
What a perfect contrast: “modern traditionalism.” This set of images hides more paradoxes that I can count. The very antiquated, formal dresses contrasted with the modern, almost futuristic, appearance of zentai presents a delightful opposition of themes. Furthermore, as Costumefan and Bobme noted, the classic-style gowns show more “skin” than 19th century inhabitants might have exposed. But, the contemporary zentai conceals your real skin entirely, conforming to proper historical decency. Quite a fresh perspective.
And the image of you holding the fan over your face is entirely appropriate because it embodies both the conservative nature of past culture, as well as the playfulness of modern-day zentai. The delicate scarves that both you and your partner wrap around yourselves complete the seductively sinuous dresses in a perfectly feminine way. All of it is as sexy now as it was in history.
The only aspect that might make these images even better would be to design the dresses in the same fabric as the zentai suits. Billy has a wonderful technique for making monochromatic costumes with zentai suits, which I feel focuses the viewer’s perception on the texture of the outfit and the model’s movement inside the costume. Nevertheless, these are beautiful images, Aurora, and thank you for posting them.
Did you speak to the boys sitting in the park? I’m sure they were surprised to see you.
September 5th, 2005 at 22:03
Looking great as usual, Aurora – I love the flowing dress over the rose suit Who’s the other model in this shoot?
Thanks
Spinner
September 5th, 2005 at 22:19
Costumefan, the girl in the white skinsuit is Charmed. She is my good friend, you could see her here: http://aurora.stylishfetish.com/?p=7
The font in the book was quite big, so reading was possible, but of course somewhat hard.
September 5th, 2005 at 22:24
bobme, glad to see you here! You have a nice site. I’m happy, that we have common tastes.
September 5th, 2005 at 22:31
pixelscan, I do admire Billy’s monochromatic ideas, but versatility is my strong point too. I love to be different!
Boys appeared to be shy to speak with us, but questioned Billy and the crew about what’s going on. Some even asked to let them take pics with us onto their own cameras and mobiles.
September 5th, 2005 at 22:33
Spinner, thank you for warm comments. I love them very much!
September 7th, 2005 at 5:17
Hmm… Very insightful comment about versatility. I’m curious, Aurora, how much do you (and other models) contribute to the design process? Have you ever designed one of the costumes or outfits yourself? I think the finished costume is more fun to see when it is the result of everyone’s imagination.
September 7th, 2005 at 17:48
pixelscan, I have never designed a complete outfit, however my ideas are always taken into consideration. Very often I propose various ideas for photo shoots. “Billy, I say, let’s play around this subject”, and Billy starts the outfit and charges the camera. Or vice versa – he proposes a costume, and I script the scene.
September 12th, 2005 at 13:47
Wonderful images. Effectively, as Pixelscan said, the contrast between your “skin” and your “dresses” creates a stunning impact on the photos.
Have you in prject to do something similar with other costumes (for example Victorian dresses, chinese or other?) It will be quite interesting see you in your kitty suit and dressed as a victorian woman.
September 13th, 2005 at 11:43
If you were wearing authentic clothes of that kind you’d be sweating alot! As I understand they wore alot. Many many layers of gowns. Also there was those corsets they wore to look thinner. Maybe I’m thinking of the 18th century? No wait, 19 century means, 1800s.
Also, think about how in some countries where women tradtitionaly cover their faces with veils. Think if that was in our society, but with a twist. What if the majority of women wore stockings rather than veils.
September 15th, 2005 at 22:20
Querthe, although I like historical dresses, they are not my primary fetish. And, of course, I don’t reveal all my plans at once.
September 15th, 2005 at 22:23
Tek Lok, well, I was kidding a bit in my post about authentic clothes.
But did I conduct proper spirit of 19th century to you?..
September 16th, 2005 at 5:29
Yes, I understood the spirit part. I guess my comment was directed more about the literal part.
September 20th, 2005 at 12:02
Ach…
I tried…