Minimalist Shibari

Minimalism is keeping things simple. It usually comes with the quote “Less is more” by the architect Mies Van Der Rohe. Although originally referred to architecture, it is used today generically in the world of arts and design. The more thing it contains, the busier the artwork will be. In Shibari or Rope Bondage rope needed, but not necessarily more rope means that it will look better than using less rope. Minimalism Shibari is a variation of Japanese bondage in which the rigger deliberately tries to use less rope.

Minimalist Shibari, when practised and applied with skill and thought can be very sexy and aesthetic. You can come up with a beautiful, erotic, and sexy Shiabri scene without having to use too many ropes or without making things too complicated, simpler things can look much better than complicated ones.

Apart from doing a minimalist Shibari scene and using less rope, it is important to know how to get good results with less rope, and to make sure that your partner is safe with the rope you are using. Using one or two ropes keeps things simple, and gives more opportunity for interaction and connection between partners. Basic bondage, using less rope, needs much more interaction between partners, more connection and more physical contact, where both bottom and rigger need to work together to create a beautiful scene where they can express the passion and love for rope.

Using less rope has some benefits, like having less to untie when you need to. It also implies less cleanup time, as well as opportunities to untie and retie into different configurations. Most importantly, it gives you the benefit of a nice, clean, aesthetic scene.

Minimalism can be a great option for Shibari lovers, and people who don’t like cleaning.

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