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The Haud
Black taffeta corset on a mannequin against black, its back embroidered with the face of Medusa
The corset worn, seen from behind, showing the embroidered Medusa face and hair in greyscale thread
The corset worn as a full look with a long black skirt, photographed outdoors
Detail of the word NO worked in green and gold cord within Medusa's embroidered hair

The Power of NO

by Ksenia SemirovaPrice on application

A corset built on the structure of seventeenth-century Dutch stays, garments designed to restrain. Ksenia moved the lacing to the front, which left the back free to speak: it carries the face of Medusa, her rope-like hair twisting into a single word. She read Medusa not as a monster but as a woman whose voice was taken from her, and the piece asks what happens when a refusal is finally made. Three to four weeks of tambour and padded handwork, in cotton, metallic and synthetic threads. It has been exhibited widely and no replica will be made.

Black taffeta, silver metallic taffeta lining, cotton, metallic and synthetic threads, plastic boning · Two pieces, corset body and detachable front panel; made to measure

Bespoke commission

This is an example of Ksenia Semirova’s work, not an item for sale as shown. Tell Ksenia Semirova what you have in mind and your budget, and they will shape a piece to it. The final price depends on the size, materials and finish you choose together. Enquiring is free and starts a conversation, with no obligation.

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How commissioning works
  1. 01Enquire

    Tell the maker what you have in mind and your budget.

  2. 02Discuss and quote

    They shape the piece with you and agree a price.

  3. 03Made for you

    The maker crafts it to order.

  4. 04Delivered

    Your finished piece arrives.