Thanks for such a considered comment, it's very kind of you to take the time like this.



The new costume seems to deliberately include aspects of an eager-beaver, amateur detective playing at being a super-hero. The zip pockets, the little practical jacket and the cute yellow purse/utility bag strapped to her hip like a holster. A young women dressing up the way she thinks heroes should dress. It does have a naive charm, though I'm glad that you like the rope replacement.



Although decorative rope-work does look good, I feel it can sometimes get in the way of "business", for me this is about delicious torment, restraint and control, not simply ornament. Having said that, I never say never and might try more elaborate rope-work some time in the future... maybe.



The expression? It's kind of a signature of mine to have my victims making eye-contact with the viewer, whenever possible. I think it gives the image more intimacy.