Compression vest, or 'binder'

Compression vest, or 'binder', made by T. Kingdom, 2009-2010

A compression vest, also known as a 'binder', is a garment designed to compress and flatten the chest. Worn under everyday clothes, a binder like this can be used by individuals who are looking to change their outward body shape, by those who may be exploring their gender expression or who are gender transitioning. They may also be used by individuals who may be recovering from chest surgery.

Details

Category:
Therapeutics
Object Number:
2025-849
Materials:
textile
type:
vest