Fantasy Fest in Key West, Florida, gives us Halloween on steroids, but it’s more than that. Especially for women, it’s a relatively safe, encouraging environment to be on display for those who so choose. Those who bare receive overwhelmingly positive feedback. Think about it: It’s rare that women — and men, too — can be so free without a freight train of consequences. Here, it’s safety in numbers because, for better or for worse, nearly everyone is doing it.

It’s as innocent — or as dirty — as you want it to be.

Don’t be confused: Fantasy Fest welcomes all, but your average attendee isn’t a tree-hugging naturist.

Inhibition is masked — literally.

You’re not fully undressed without a smile.

People like to get away with stuff.

Exhibitionism is her idea. (He might like to get nude, but she likes to show-off.)

A thong does not a pocket make.

Show Duval Street, show the world.

And yet, here paparazzi are told “thank you.”
