*Which snap to use?* The metal rivets are cold on my neck.
*The farthest feels too tight. Isn’t it supposed to be tight?* The leather band cuts into my skin ever so slightly.
*The middle is too loose. Farthest it is, I suppose.* I try to take a deep breath in and can feel the collar restricting me.
*Fuck, that looks ridiculous.* The mirror in front of me reflects all my favourite insecurities.
*Ok hair, work with me here. What are you doing?* I run my hand along the back of my neck and pull strands of dark pink and boring brown hair out from under the choker and gather it to one side.
*The shape is cute. He’ll like it, I hope. Matches the nose ring.* The first thought I am confident in and a smile shows up in the mirror.
*The ears are kinda pointy.* My fingers trace the metal outline of a cat and I feel my thighs get warm.
*Ok so what else are we doing here?* I unwrap and rewrap the towel around my body, slightly tighter, while walking to the bed.