Gimp mask
A gimp mask or slave hood is an icon of BDSM imagery. Usually made from black leather, it is close-fitting and completely covers the head except for nose holes and possibly eye and mouth ones. The primary purpose of the hood is to objectify the wearer, to reduce him or her to the status of a sexual object rather than a person. Gimp masks share many qualities of bondage hoods and isolation hoods but tend to be simpler in construction and made from thinner leather as they do not need to deaden sound or provide secure anchorage points for bondage. Many designs of slave hood have detachable blindfolds and mouth coverings. Some have zip openings for the mouth and eyes, allowing the hood to be used as a blindfold or for the use of a gag.
As well as leather, slave hoods are available in spandex, darlex and latex.
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