DeGiotto was invited to audition for a TV show and music video.  He and his model, Elise, filmed this short video showing them just having fun with a very brief (90 second) shibari suspension.

DeGiotto used no special harnesses or special ties.  The primary support in this suspension is a simple double wrap around Elise’s waist which then acted as a hip harness.  Notice, Elise tied the knot completing the wrap around her stomach.  This narrow wrap on Elise’s hips is very uncomfortable as the primary support in a suspension.  Although some models, like Ellise, can tolerate it for a short time, some can’t tolerate it at all.  The way he tied her hands works only in special and fun performances like this with experienced performers.  It is not appropriate for a typical shibari scene.

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