Breast bondage, is a specific bondage technique that involves tying ropes or other ties around the breasts. It focuses on the aesthetic appeal of tied breasts and the erotic aspects of the practice, rather than restraining the subject. Like other forms of bondage, it is typically practiced within the BDSM community.
In the most common breast bondage techniques, the Dominant ties rope at the base of their submissive's breasts, so that they bulge forward. Usually, the same base rope ties both breasts before it's knotted at the back to create a makeshift bra. Another popular technique sees a rope wrapped around the torso, above the breasts, and another below them. The ropes are then pushed together to push the breasts out from the chest from both directions.
Breast bondage techniques lift and separate the breasts. These techniques draw attention to the breasts and make them look more voluptuous and appealing for those who appreciate the aesthetic. Dominants can use ropes, ribbons, or scraps of leather and other cloths for breast bondage.
The Dominant may secure the breast bondage ties over clothing or attach them directly onto the skin. Submissives can also wear the ties used for breast bondage under their clothes or display them in full view. Doms may enjoy exposing their handiwork or keeping it hidden in public spaces, ensuring it remains their titillating little secret.
While most people practice breast bondage from scratch, you can also buy commercial breast and chest harnesses. Working with these harnesses is easier and less time-consuming. However, couples using them may miss the sensual build-up that comes with binding breasts the traditional way. These fetish clothes suit couples who are time-poor or new to bondage techniques though.
Breast bondage is sometimes called shinju, after the Japanese word for "pearl." Over time this Japanese word has come to refer to the binding of breasts in the form of a harness or bra. It may also be referred to colloquially as boob bondage.
