In Black Butler, Snake owns several snakes named after literary characters that he keeps wrapped around his person at all times and uses to speak for him.It even saw through Kisaragi Saemon's disguise, though Hotarubi couldn't understand why her pet acted so hostile towards her lover. The snake isn't only for show, as it works also as a scout and a bodyguard. Hotarubi from Basilisk has a pet viper that coils round her neck.In fiction, it's meant to give a "wild and untamed" look to the wearer. Larger snakes can be difficult to carry this way for long, as they are heavier than you might expect due to the high percentage of muscle and, in the case of constrictors, they will constrict if held in a way that makes them feel like they are about to fall. In Real Life, it's actually a practical way to carry some smaller snakes ( as long as you do it right, or else they'll turn into Killer Rabbits). Rock singers or Professional Wrestlers might also wear one, just to look badass. Fanservice might use the snake in place of one or more items of clothing (because Snakes Are Sexy, y'know), taking the Theiss Titillation Theory to its limits. This can often be seen with a Jungle Princess (especially if she has a Fur Bikini), The Chief's Daughter, or a Nubile Savage.Ī Femme Fatale or Dragon Lady would use a venomous one, to show she has some connection with these creatures. Basically wearing a snake (real or fake) as though it's a fashion accessory.