Stand straight. Shoulders back. Chest out.

It seems like common sense: good posture exudes confidence and capability.

For a woman, however, it is a thin line. To push your chest out too far brings unwanted attention, but to show yourself meek and timid brings its own set of complications.

This piece acts as a posture enhancing device, while at the same time limiting movement.

By restraining the body in a position of confidence and capability, the confusion of gender normative behavior is visually explored.