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Banu Esen

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A queer Turkish BA (Hons) Fashion Design and Development graduate from the London College of Fashion, Banu has developed a distinctive practice centred on the manipulation of unconventional materials, including latex, PVC, and leather. Their work explores the concept of Ecofetishism, prompting the development of innovative methods to extend the lifespan of synthetic materials.

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“Time for PLAY” collection delves into the intersection of bondage and fashion, weaving together elements of play, intimacy, and functional elements of restraint, inspired by the theme of Ecofetishism. Each garment begins with a narrative—rooted in the lived experiences of individuals from London’s queer kink community—informing both the design and emotional tone of the collection.

This body of work highlights the softer, more sensual dimensions of kink, celebrating vulnerability through garments that discreetly incorporate elements of restraint. It explores D/S dynamics through the lens of radical intimacy. Designed for everyday wear with a provocative twist, the collection invites kinksters to explore bondage discreetly in public spaces. As its name suggests, all are welcome to play to their heart’s content.

The collection showcases a fusion of synthetic materials, such as PVC, and organic elements, including real flowers, laminating them together to preserve and carry a fragment of nature within each piece. 

Final work

Translucent pink and translucent flesh printed red-burgundy latex bondage garment with 13 different bondage positions on model with dark pony tail.

Bound Flesh is a look created for sadistically inclined switches who like to play with their prey. The print is inspired by torn flesh and designed in collaboration with Danai Astrinaki-Stamatopoulou. The main elements of this look is the full-functioning restraint hardware. The multiple claps and D-rings on the sleeves, chaps, skirt and the shoulders, combined with the extension lines, create 13 distinct bondage positions. 

Nude color leather strapless corset on top, panelled hobble skirt from leather and printed duchess sateen with laminated PVC flowers.

Soft Impact Top

This look is for all the soft dommes who prioritise aftercare and pleasure above pain. This controversial portrayal of a dominant is to signify the caregiving, nurturing and vulnerable side of D/S dynamics. The look consists of a leather corset and a modern interpretation of a hobble skirt. The print is inspired by abstract floral shapes and designed in collaboration with Danai Astrinaki-Stamatopoulou.

Purple and printed organza strappado top with leather and printed denim bondage jeans on male model

Service Sub Look

The Service Sub look features the double strappado top and the bondage jeans. Service sub is the one who aims to please, obey and relinquish control over themselves. This look has several bondage elements that are daily life adaptable. The prints are designed in collaboration with Danai Astrinaki-Stamatopoulou.

4 photos of Bound Flesh and Soft Impact Top looks together with a red backdrop

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“Time for PLAY” collection delves into the intersection of bondage and fashion, weaving together elements of play, intimacy, and functional elements of restraint, inspired by the theme of Ecofetishism. Each garment begins wit...

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