This photographic series, Faux Nude, explores the complex history and meaning of feminine skin, specifically the late 19th century faux nude body stocking. Photos of women encased within this erotic outfit were distributed as a form of commodified sexual desire. As a garment they both protected and idealized the female body. By referencing this history and its lasting marks on female skin, this series brings attention to the ways the past shapes our perceptions of feminine beauty, sexuality, and identity.