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VIBRATORS ~THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOX~

2012-02-02T14:33:00.000-08:00

If you are a person that thinks vibrators are just for masturbation, well this blog post is for you. We’re here to tell you that vibrators and other types of sex toys are great for playing with your partner(s) as well. These little buzzing icons are fantastic for levelling the sexual playing field, as well as bringing a heightened level of spice into the mix. After reading this post you’ll be able to add a few tricks into your repertoire that you and your partner can experiment with the next time your fooling around.

First up is for male focused oral. Next time your giving your man a blowjob take your little vibrator and hold it up to your cheek, then down around the base of his balls, followed by pressing it gently onto his perineum (aka the taint). During erections the penis becomes increasingly sensitive and adding a vibrating element to the experience can cause a high level of excitement. If you have a branch style vibrator like a Rabbit put his shaft in between the clitoral stimulator, and the shaft of the toy while performing fellatio. If you’d like to mix the sensations, and timing up you can also use your vibrator on his nipples during foreplay to drive him wild as well. As things progress pass the vibrator to him so he can use it on you. If you’re female get him to put it on your clitoris, while your still giving him oral. This will make a nice segue into him returning the oral favours.

When it’s time to switch it up, and have your partner perform cunnilingus a lot of the same tricks can be flipped back in your direction. If you’re the giver in this situation hold the vibrator on the clit while you swirl your tongue around the vaginal entrance, and inner thighs where the clitoral legs branch downwards. If you have a small penetrative vibrator handy that is curved for g-spot stimulation insert is slowly into the vagina, press gently down on the Mons, and use your tongue on the clitoris. This technique should heat things up pretty quickly. When you finally do make the next step to penetrative sex try sandwiching a vibrator between the two of you during missionary, or using the vibrator directly on the clitoris during woman on top, or doggy style. As you can see there are lots of different ways to incorporate vibrators into your sex play. The only thing really limiting you is your imagination. If you find yourself daydreaming over coffee, and staring off into the wild blue yonder start putting together a few sequences together in your mind incorporating toys, and see where your mind takes you, you may be surprised.

JAMES BONDAGE 2012 COSTUME IDEAS

2012-01-28T15:52:00.000-08:00

With our annual James Bondage event people have a tendency to always ask the question, what should I wear? So in the spirit of helping your creative juices ooze forth, we've compiled a quick list of 50 Fairytale characters to give you a little help. We'll also be posting some links on our Facebook Page over the next few days to interesting blog posts we see that are steeped in Deviant Fairytale mystery. If you have any suggestions to add, by all means tack them on to the comment section for your fellow revelers.

Alice in Wonderland
Peter Pan
GoldiLocks
The Big Bad Wolf
Gretel
Hansel
Snow White
Rumplestiltskin
Sleeping Beauty
The Pied Piper
Cinderella
Jack and the Beanstalk
Queen of Hearts (Alice in Wonderland)
A flying monkey from the Wizard of Oz
Puck (A Midsummer Night’s Dream)
Titania- Queen of the Fairies (A Midsummer Night’s Dream)
Pinocchio
Any number of evil witches
The Nutcracker Prince (The Nutcracker)
The Snow Queen (The Nutcracker)
Fezzik (The Princess Pride)
The Little Mermaid
Prince Charming
Vasilisa the Beautiful
Ali Baba
Unicorn
Enkidu (The Epic of Gilgamesh)
Ishtar (The Epic of Gilgamesh)
The Hare (The Tortoise and the Hare)
Belle (Beauty & The Beast)
The Beast (Beauty & The Beast)
The Elf Maiden
The Emperor (The Emperors New Clothes) see dress code
Maid Maleen
The Knight in Shining Armour
The Forest Nymph
Aslan the Lion (The Chronicles of Narnia)
The Emerald Witch (The Chronicles of Narnia)
Gingerbread Man
The Sugar Plum Fairy (The Nutcracker)
Puss n’ Boots
The Sphinx
Nick Bottom (A Midsummer Night’s Dream)
Elisa (The Wild Swans)
The Seven Dwarves (Snow White)
The Banshee
The Ogre
Glinda the Good Witch of the North (Wizard of Oz)
The Leperchaun
Jezebel

JAMES BONDAGE ~THE DEVIANT FAIRYTALE~

2012-01-23T14:48:00.000-08:00

Well it’s that time of year again. The time when New Years resolutions are getting old, and the winter cabin fever is starting to reach a squirrelly crescendo. The time I’m talking about of course is James Bondage time. In this its 8^th inception Trinity Romance’s James Bondage Fetish Fundraiser is preparing to incinerate the proverbial box that hems in creativity, and inhibition. With a laser gun of love our crew is ready to drop funky sass bombs on an unwitting populace in a fairytale inspired fetish party aimed to impress.

Personally this is one of my favourite times of year. Together with my team we get to hold a party of epic proportions all in the name of a good cause. Since it’s inception 8 years ago we’ve managed to raise approximately 35k for the Howe Sound Women’s Centre, 10k for public art projects, 10k for local mountain bike trails, and 2k for the Sri Lankan Tsunami relief, all while having an amazing time. It’s been a thrill to witness over the years how people’s creative juices pour out for this event. The ensembles people put together, the décor that is installed, and the performances that are brought in are quite simply mind bending. If you haven’t been before you need to do yourself a favour and come and check this party out. This year we’ll be transforming three rooms and creating two stages into a Fairytale masterpiece for the senses.

Occasionally we’re asked what does a fetish party have to do with raising funds for the local Howe Sound Women’s Centre? My line of thinking on that one has always been that since they are in the business of empowering women, and we’re in the business of sexual empowerment throwing a party that fed into that synergy seemed like a natural fit. We’re really proud of our local Women’s Centre; they not only support our community but also service the whole Sea-to-Sky Corridor, as well as coastal towns all up and down the British Columbian shore. The list of services this great resource provides is quite extensive, and could warrant a blog post in and of its self, but in short we’re really glad to have them in our community, and take pride in supporting this amazing asset as frequently and wholeheartedly as possible.

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SHEJACULATION IT HAPPENS, ENJOY IT!

2012-01-12T13:52:00.000-08:00

So you the story goes like this you were having sex, and getting really into it, then you begin to climax and start expelling a significant amount of fluid out of your vagina in either a squirting, or gushing like fashion creating what may be deemed by some, a messy situation. Initially you feel amazing, but then all of a sudden you look at your partner to see what happened, and a range of emotions run over you. You’re shocked, worried, embarrassed, and you might even apologize.

First what the h-e-double hockey sticks are you apologizing for? You were having amazing sex, had an orgasm, and some fluid came out of your vagina. You can sure bet there’s going to be some fluid coming out of his organ when the time comes (if it hasn’t already), so why the need to feel ashamed. It’s not normal you say. Well there is definitely a difference between rare and not normal. Just because it doesn’t happen every time to every woman doesn’t make it weird, it just makes it special. That’s right special. If your partner can’t handle a few ml of fluid gushing, or squirting out during some hot sex it may be time to consider moving on to a new partner that can appreciate you for who you are, and what your body does.

What’s happening is completely natural, and a result of a little known organ called the Skene’s gland that’s close to the vaginal entrance and is thought to be responsible for squeezing out the liquid. Oh, and by the way if you think its pee it’s not. The medical community is not really 100% sure what it is, and there is a lot of conflicting science about where it comes from, but one things for sure urine it is not. So if you’re a squirter, or are in a situation where you’re having sex knowing full well that your bladder is empty and you feel that “I have to pee” urge, ride it out, and see what happens. It could be totally amazing, and something that you thoroughly enjoy the experience of. If you’re not sure how your partner might react try to keep them in the loop, and be sure to keep the towels handy, and above all enjoy!

Enjoy yourself, it's later than you think,

Enjoy yourself, while you're still in the pink.

The years go by as quickly as a wink,

Enjoy yourself, enjoy yourself, it's later than you think.

-The Specials-

TOP 10 ROMANTIC & SEXY NEW YEARS TO DO’S

2011-12-30T13:58:00.000-08:00

With New Years upon us we're all sometimes left wandering what can I do to make it a memorable one? I've always believed New Years is what you make it, and if you bit a little bit of effort, and creativity the holiday presents a ripe excuse to create a lasting memory, and intention going forward into the New Year. So without further adieu here is a list of our top 10 romantic and sexy things to do with your partner this New Years Eve.

1. Indoor Picnic- Create a fireside romantic scene for you and your lover complete with blanket, candles, chocolate fondue, strawberries, massage oil, toys, and love… lots of love

2. Champagne Kisses- Best performed in a bathtub, hot tub, or wherever you don’t mind a little champagne spilling. For this you will each take a mouthful of champagne and start kissing feeling the bubbly overflow out of both of you, as it trickles and bubbles down your intertwined bodies.

3. Moonlit Hike- Depending on where you are, and what the weather is doing take your partner on a moonlit hike, or snowshoe complete with headlamp complete and a unique present just for them from you.

4. Relationship Resolutions- Create a list of the 10 things that you really value about your partner, and different ways you want to manifest love in the coming year, and recite it to them at midnight.

5. Book of Us- Create a little photo album of fun things you’ve done together over the last year.

6. Fireworks- If you can get them, and you’re not breaking any bylaws in your area then do so. Nothing says excitement like a little pyrotechnics show for two.

7. The 12 positions- Either dream up a sequence in advance, or work together in the moment to maneuver through 12 different positions. One for every month of the year.

8. Set the Tone- Create a playlist, or as a close friend labels them GFM’s (Good F*^@’in Mix) of time related songs, with the occasional new years tune thrown in for good measure.

9. Scavenger Hunt- Create a scavenger hunt for your partner either around the house, or around the town that ends up with you presenting yourself, or something really romantic at the end, hopefully they'll finish before the clock strikes 12.

10. Breakfast in Bed- After a night of high romance, and sensual love making be sure to have your fridge stocked with all the necessary ingredients for a memorable breakfast in bed. Don’t forget the mimosas, or Baileys and coffee!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

VAGINAL TIGHTENING CREAMS EXPOSED

2011-12-29T16:51:00.000-08:00

Do you think your vagina isn’t quite as tight as it ‘should’ be? Have you ever thought of using a vaginal tightening cream to ‘firm’ things up? Well we’re going to take a minute to tell you about some of the stuff that’s in those creams, and why not to bother. There are lots of companies out there that will spends tons of advertising dollars to let you think that too much sex may stretch you out, or how childbirth can irreparably change your vagina forever. Generally the marketing spin that has spawned products like vaginal tightening creams can be attributed to a lack of knowledge, or misinformation around the topic of vaginas in general.

These fear-based products feed on women’s insecurities around their own sexual self-image. Often they are similar in thought design to breast enhancing creams, or penis enlargement cures. These concoctions will at best swindle you out of some of your hard earned money, and at worst cause an allergic reaction or give you an infection. Here’s a fact, vaginas are muscles meant to expand and contract. Just like any other muscle in your body the best thing you can do for it’s overall health and wellbeing is to exercise it either through kegels, or sex itself.

In terms of some of the ingredients that go into these creams it could be as basic as Aloe Vera or as dangerous as aluminum. Some of these creams even contain numbing agents that lower your sensitivity, the concept being that if your vagina isn’t stimulated enough it will not fully engorge to its normal size, nor will it lubricate itself as much. With less lube comes more friction giving a feeling of tightness around the penis. What you’re also getting is a mask over any pain your body may be experiencing, and an increased risk of minor tearing and possible infections. Generally any numbing cream during sex is a bad idea, due to the fact that your pain receptors are there for a reason, and if you can’t feel damage being done in the moment, you’ll surely feel it later. Some of the worst vaginal tightening creams contain aluminum, which has links to Alzheimer’s. Use of these can cause inflammation and dryness giving a tighter feel for the penis, but a rather unsexy possibly painful feeling for the vagina.

If you really are suffering from issues like incontinence, or the effects of childbirth our best advice to you is don’t buy into a magic cream that is going to make everything better, because it won’t. Go and have a visit with your doctor, do a little homework and get to know yourself inside and out. Not only will you have a few more dollars in your pocket at the end of the day, but your vagina will thank you as well.

WHAT IS NORMAL SEX?

2011-12-11T15:06:00.001-08:00

How do you define normal sex? If we look at it from a broader traditional western outlook it’s probably safe to say that ‘normal’ sex consists of hetero man on woman in the missionary position. What’s really interesting about that is the actual percentage of people having sex the ‘normal’ way, and how amazing it is that the above formula is so entrenched in our cultural zeitgeist.

It’s our well substantiated feeling that ‘normal’ sex is in fact really not that normal at all, and for those that are doing it the normal way all the time you have to ask yourself are they really enjoying it? Most likely if they’ve been in a longer term relationship and the good old fashioned in and out isn’t so new to them they’re probably fantasizing about something else, or living those fantasies out with another partner on the side. That raises a couple of questions. First for those who prefer the safety of the ‘normal’ paradigm what’s keeping them there? The second question that pertains to everybody else out there doing it, why aren’t we talking about all of the fun, and amazing pleasure we’re receiving through a healthy sexual relationship?

This is a fact. It’s 100% healthy to be open to your sexual desires and fantasies. For those that would like to explore those desires in a safe, and consensual way well we define that as being an integral part of what should be considered normal sex. To further illustrate the disconnect we as a society have with what we do behind closed doors, and how we express ourselves in the public realm we have to look no further than how we interact with our local sex shops.

Occasionally we’ll hear comments either in our shop, or out at our local watering hole about how someone may not need that vibrator, cuffs, or paddle, and that the good old-fashioned way works just fine for them. Well that’s great if that’s truly all you want, or fantasize about, but let’s take a second and shift that paradigm a little. As consumers we don’t walk into shoe stores for example look at the offerings adorning the wall, and think oh my God what do they need all these shoes for, don’t they just need something to put on their feet! Freaks! The disparity between the two does make for interesting conversation about what we do, or think about doing sexually and how those attitudes manifest themselves in our public mind.

So right now we’re going to present a challenge for you. There are two parts to this challenge, the first is to initiate a conversation about sex with your friends at the next social function your at, and the second is to have a heart-to-heart conversation with your partner about your sexual desires. The first does the world a service by bringing out the greatest thing we all do, but rarely talk about into the public arena, and the second even if not played out will give you a chance to connect with your partner and perhaps learn a thing or two, about what makes each other tick. Enjoy!

THE EXERCISE LIBIDO CONNECTION

2011-08-22T16:12:00.000-07:00

We live in a culture of busy. Busy schedule, busy lives, busy, busy, busy. The

responsibilities of everyday life seem to exponentially compound themselves the deeper we move into adulthood. It’s easy in our fast paced lives for the stresses of the everyday to create a strain on the amount of exercise we do, and the amount of sex we have. The correlation between exercise and libido is a strong one. If the energy and desire for a plethora of torrid lovemaking sessions complete with vibrators, cuffs, and other accruements has been waning lately you might want to reflect how your exercise routine is.

There are certain hormonal changes that happen during exercise that affect our sex lives in a positive way. When we exercise we release endorphins that make us feel good, while providing relaxation, and reducing performance anxiety. Adrenaline and testosterone are also released into the mix. These ‘pump up’ our level of alertness, while increasing the level of our sex drives. All of these hormonal

secretions work together to increase libido and enhance sexual performance. While these hormones are great for increased libido we need to be very aware of the stress that we bring into our lives. Stress can release the hormone cortisol, which is responsible for our fight, or flight response. If by stressing too often about numerous things the constant release of coritsol can reduce the production of testosterone, progesterone and estrogen negatively impacting our sex lives.

From a mental standpoint exercise will do a lot to increase our level of self-confidence allowing us to have fewer inhibitions. Self-confidence is an attitude, and attitudes are a function of our experiences. If we’re experiencing positivity as a result of exercise induced hormonal releases feeling secure, and confident in yourself will naturally grow from that. The benefits from of a more confident point of view will not only be an increased sex drive, but perhaps provide the security one needs to experiment with different things like role playing, use of different sex toys, or even swinging to name but a few.

In short if you find your sex life waning, and your to do list exponentially growing take some time to start incorporating a regular exercise routine into your daily

life. If you’re in a relationship try exercising with your partner, not only will you be on similar wavelengths it’s also a great time to hang out with each other, while strengthening your bond. The world of sex is as boundless as the imagination, and bringing a certain level of effort towards enhancing the physical aspect of our lives truly stands to benefit the pulsing libido in us all.

CUNNILINGUS LOVE- HOW TO GO DOWN ON A WOMAN

2011-08-10T12:34:00.000-07:00

Cunnilingus is the act of oral sex done upon a woman’s vagina, and clitoris. Sometimes it’s commonly called eating out, giving face, or a multitude of other terms that you’ve probably heard everywhere from the school yard to the water cooler. If you’ve ever wandered how to get really good at it, we’ve decided to throw a few tips your way. As with any sex act it’s hugely beneficial when your partner is relaxed first. Just jumping right into it may work occasionally for some, but it’s usually a safe bet to start slow and follow your partner’s cues. Remember your not simply following a recipe that’s going to produce the same results every time you’re practicing some techniques that will if done just the right way create something akin to a musical masterpiece ending in a crescendo like orgasm.

For the adventure your about to embark on you’ll need a giving demeanour, lips, tongue, chin, hands, and your fingers too. Some women can be self-conscious about what they can’t easily see, so be sure to compliment her every step of the way. Practicing compliments and communication as to how things are feeling will also go a long way to creating that environment of relaxation. Also pay special attention to your partners body responses, remember your communicating yourself sexually from your mouth through her vagina so you want to be aware at all times of how they’re feeling about what you’re doing.

When you first begin the clit may be too sensitive for direct stimulation, so

focus your attention to places like the outer labia, and inner thighs. Then gently spread apart the outer labia and with a relaxed tongue gently caress the moistened folds of her vagina. As things begin to warm up play with both the firmness of your tongue, and the pressure you apply to different parts of the vagina. You’ll want to tease, and taunt to bring the heat of the moment up. Your partner will also enjoy the feeling of having your tongue penetrate as you grind your freshly shaven chin (assuming your male) into her vagina. Grinding that chin is also a great way to catch your breath for a second while slowly coaxing the clit to come out and play if it hasn’t already.

At some point she may feel comfortable with you placing two well-lubed fingers, or a dildo inside of her. For some extra success curve your fingers in a come hither motion so they are pressing on the nerve endings on the front wall of the vagina. Some women may be into some light anal play too, and will let you know they would like a finger in their rectum. If that’s the case make sure your nails are well trimmed, and fingers very well lubricated and listen to what she tells you do. For health reasons once you put a finger into the rectum never put it back in the vagina.

Generally at this point things are starting to heat up, and you can start paying some more focused attention to the clit by licking gently around it until you notice it expose itself. Now lightly tease it with your flicking tongue, but not too much you don’t want to desensitize things if it’s still too early in the game.

If things are going really well though and your partner is really responding well via bucking, moaning, or squirming by all means keep doing what you’re doing. Those signals mean she’s enjoying it, and an orgasm is near so whatever you’re doing for the love of a higher being don’t stop!

Once she comes once again follow her lead. Some women will simply want to rest and be cuddled, while some may be eager for more play. Whatever you do be sure to listen to your partners wants and needs before your own. You may even find sometimes that none of this progression is happening for you, and that’s okay too. Don’t force the vibe, put pressure on yourself, or your partner, simply relax and try it another time.

TOP 10 REASONS TO USE SEX TOYS

2011-08-06T17:17:00.000-07:00

Well to begin with there are so many great reasons to use sex toys whittling it down

to a list of the top 10 was tricky. There are so many types to choose from dildos, vibrators, cock rings, anal toys, and bdsm related accessories reigning the list into a few choice selections that speaks to all facets was a tough job, but as you guessed somebody had to it. Without further adieu here is our Top 10, and if you have any others to add to it we'd love to hear your reasons in our comment section.

TOP 10 REASONS TO USE SEX TOYS:
1. Great for achieving female orgasm during partner play.
2. They don’t talk back.
3. They’re ready and willing whenever you are.
4. Sex Toys allow you to become familiar with your body, and it’s different sexual responses.
5. They can add sass to a stale a relationship.
6. Different shapes allow you to target different erogenous zones.
7. For men cock rings will help you maintain an erection longer.
8. There are as many options as there are ideas.
9. Teaching your partner how to use a sex toy on you in combination with them can make for amazing partner sex.
Now for Number 10... Initiate drum roll...
10. Call it obvious, but we like to keep it simple. Sex toys are really fun, and they give you orgasms. Yes, we know it's utterly obvious, but so very true. Besides who can argue with the benefits of an orgasm.

WHY'S MY SEX TOY LOOK LIKE A SMILING ANIMAL ANYWAY?

2011-07-28T16:33:00.000-07:00

The last time you were in a sex shop, or perusing some online catalogs you may have noticed a significant amount of vibrators that were reminiscent of a wide variety of animals. Perhaps you saw a beaver, a hummingbird, a dolphin, or even the infamous Rabbit. For those that don’t know the “Rabbit” was made famous by now legendary episode of Sex and the City when Miranda gifts Charlotte one, and she subsequently becomes addicted to its buzzing and twirling pleasures. Now, you may ask yourself how did I get a little rabbit, or any other animal for that matter pressed up against my clit, or penetrating my vagina? I mean I’m not complaining if feels really good, but just curious why the funny shape?

Well for the answer we’ll take a little trip to across the pond to Japan. These animal shaped vibrators came to be from a rather antiquated Japanese obscenity law that essentially outlawed the penis being manufactured for purposes of a sexual nature. So what did Japanese manufacturers like Vibratex do? They not only subverted the system they turned the sex toy industry on its head. Being Japanese they installed some really good electronics, then worked around the law by themeing their vibrators into animals. The most important aspect of their toys was the fact they paid attention to the clitoris by putting a powerful vibrator right at the base of the shaft. An intelligent blend of form, and function, mixed with the spirit of subversion had these toys creating a global phenomenon in no time.
What happened next? As with anything wildly successful everybody wants to rip off your idea, and before you knew it the mainstream toy providers were riding the wave minus the body safe materials, and quality electronics and churning out carbon copies at such a rate that something designed out of a cultural taboo merely became the norm.

In the mid 90’s the German company Funfactory came to the table and took things to

the next level. By riding what the market place was familiar with and fusing it with the best body-safe materials Funfactory essentially began the next generation of sex toy. One that wasn’t only interested in pleasure, but also was built well, and with materials that didn’t leach toxins into vagina’s, anus’s, or mouths like the lower end Rabbit like knock offs were doing.

These days the popularity of the animal is starting to fade, and toys are trending towards more ergonomic features, and sleek designs that veritably scream sexy. It’s

encouraging to see how our societal attitudes towards sex have evolved. What was the creative yet entertaining reaction towards a fear based law about sexuality that allowed us to laugh at ourselves, has morphed an industry, and a world into a place where not only can we laugh about sex toys and sexuality, but we can become inspired to create sophisticated designs, and features that truly celebrate the beauty of sexuality not only in our toys, but in ourselves as well.

WAX PLAY, WHY NOT?

2011-07-22T17:41:00.000-07:00

You’ve heard the term, your curiousity has been piqued, but you’ve yet to venture down that path. For those that aren’t familiar wax play is a form of edge play where one partner is considered the top, and the other the bottom. Scenes are usually played out with the top dripping wax from a lit candle, or drizzled from a ladle onto their waiting partner. As you can imagine it can make for a pretty hot scene (no pun intended), especially when paired with blindfolds, restraints, and toys. If it sounds a little out there don’t sweat it, just read on and turn that nervousness of the unknown into knowledge of what’s possible.

Wax play can be a fun, safe, and very erotic experience to share with your partner where you can enjoy a wide variety of sensations, and emotions. To get into it you’ll need a bit of basic knowledge, and the right equipment. To start with you’ll need candles. The best options for those are plain uncoloured paraffin candles, similar to the type you’ll find in an emergency kit in most camping sections. Paraffin candles will burn at a lower temperature, are more economical, and don’t contain additives or pigments that could have the potential to burn. For those adverse to paraffin wax soy candles are also a good alternative, even if they are a bit more expensive. We strongly recommend staying away from beeswax candles, due to their high burning temperature. You'll also want to be wary of coloured candles that contain pigments rather than dye. Depending on the pigment it can burn at higher temps, while dyes tend to be a bit on the mellower side.

Once you’ve got your candles all lined up you’ll need a few essentials to carry out the scene. Grab yourself a drop sheet, or tarp, mineral oil, plastic scraper, butter knife, scrubbie, towels, a damp cloth to cool down hot spots, and a small bucket of ice. Most importantly keep in mind you’re playing with fire, so it’s a good idea to keep some form of extinguisher close by too just in case.

Now that you’re all prepped let’s build the scene. Have your partner lay down on the tarp blindfolded, and restrained if you like (just be sure to remember your safe word). Once their comfortable you can use the mineral oil to rub gently onto any hairy body parts. Doing this will make the removal of the wax easier. Now turn on your favourite mix of ambient music if you so desire and light your candle. Always let your partner know what you’re doing, and keep those lines of communication open, complete with check-ins. Once lit you can start drizzling the wax slowly over your partners waiting body. The back and the chest are usually good places to start, because they tend to be a less sensitive allowing your partner time to adjust to the sensation. Be sure to rotate your candles as you apply the wax to give the candles an even burn. If you want to slightly increase the intensity to a given area drip the wax on one spot a couple of times to provide a more pronounced sensation, but keep in mind it also takes slightly longer to cool off. Now that you have things warmed up and a good base of clear paraffin applied you may feel like getting a little artsy. Now is a great time to break out the coloured candles that tend to burn at a slightly higher temperature, because you have your protective clear base their will be less contact with the skin so the intensity will be somewhat diffused.

Now that your artwork is complete you can continue to ramp up the scene with a little bit of partner play, or you can change the sensation up by beginning the clean up. If you’re thinking partner play perhaps a small vibrator, or other sensory devices will kick things up a notch. If you’re ready to begin the clean up break out a few of those ice cubes you have with your equipment and begin rubbing them over the body to cool any of the warm wax down. Not only will this provide a unique sensation on its own, but it also makes it easier for the wax to flake off. Next you can use a variety of tools to take the wax off. Try a butter knife, a plastic card, or our favourite a little scrubby. A very fine tooth comb will come in handy to for getting any wax out of the hair. If the comb pulls too much a shower with conditioner will also do a great job of getting the wax off.

With your partner free of wax you’ll both note how sensitive the skin has become. Take the time to provide the appropriate after care and love while you bring your partner back to their regular level of consciousness and feeling.
So there you have it. We hope you learned a thing, or two. If you have any additions, or questions please feel free to add them to the comment section, we’d love to hear from you. Most importantly remember to have fun, and play safe!

10 MOST ROMANTIC THINGS TO DO IN SQUAMISH

2011-07-13T15:49:00.000-07:00

The other day we had one of our staffers draft up a quick top 10 list of the most romantic things to do in the little mountain town of Squamish where our brick and
mortar store is located. Needless to say she had as much fun writing it as we did reading it. Give it a look over and let us know what you think, and by all means add as much as you like in the comment section.
1. Do an early morning walk in the estuary, and listen to the birds together.
2. Have a picnic at Rose Park.
3. Make an early morning date at the Spit for some yoga.
4. Go for a horse ride together through the trails.
5. Relax at one of the lakes, and if it’s one of the more private ones perhaps a little skinny-dip.
6. Take in the sunset together on a mountain summit.
7. Have a dinner date downtown at the Parkside Restaurant with a nice bottle of wine.

8. Make use of the ocean to go sailing, or kayaking.
9. Bring a blanket for some outdoor lovemaking.
10. Share the biggest ice cream cone you can get at Gelato Carina look deep into each other’s eyes and touch tongues while the ice cream melts between the two of you. Keep in mind that vanilla has aphrodisiac properties.

There you have it, as told by one of our great staffers. We especially got a kick out of the ice cream bit. If you're ever looking for more tips on sparking the romantic bug have a peek at our tips on choosing a romantic gift post, and hopefully it will help spark some creativity!

THE CLITORAL ROADMAP

2011-07-07T16:32:00.000-07:00

The clitoris is quite simply wonderful. Throughout history it’s been called The Love, the Sweetness of Venus, The Little Pillar, and even the little man in the canoe. Whatever it’s name through the toils of time one thing remains constant is that our good friend the clitoris should always be put in a place of the high regard, and paid extra special attention to at all times.
Physiologically speaking it’s in many ways similar to the male penis, but without the urethra. It’s made of the same soft tissue that the penis has and can become erect when aroused much like a penis. The little button that is visible to us makes up only ¼ of the clitoris. From the pearl you see at the apex of the vagina it extends straight back inside the body up to 4” and splitting into 2 clitoral legs that travel in an inverted V behind the inner labia giving heightened sensitivity to the area. A body of evidence is also being built around the fact that what we know as the g-spot is actually the roots of the clitoris. The orgasm that results from that g-spot stimulation has been described as a deeper feeling, which would coincide with this line of thinking.
As you may have already guessed the clitoris is the most sensitive part of the female body, and comprises some 8000-nerve endings. This highly sophisticated network of pleasure points needs to be appreciated in just the right way. If you’re wandering what that way is well we’re sorry to tell you that there is no one true recipe for success. The path to clitoral consciousness will vary from individual to individual, or from day to day. The key to a happy clitoris is to always to be in tune with the messages it’s sending you, and above all else be sure to practice your clitoral manners. Be gentle, caring, and loving, unless otherwise advised. The clit will also appreciate a clean-shaven, or at least non-bristly face, as well relaxed and in tune approach. Never be rash, fast, or hard, unless encouraged to, but above all else languish in it’s presence and love it for all you’re worth!

BENEFITS OF MASTURBATION

2011-06-28T13:52:00.000-07:00

We just truly surprised ourselves. Upon taking a cruise through our blog roll we realized that we haven't published any articles that deal directly with masturbation. I know we were blown away too. We're going to take it as a sign we’re thinking of others, and move on from there.
In an American Study released a few years ago it was stated that 95% of men, and 89% of women admitted to masturbating. Contrary to many an urban myth masturbation won’t make you grow hair on your palms, or make you blind, in fact the benefits of masturbation are many, so we've decided to compile a quick article about the top 10 benefits of masturbation.

1. Know thy self- By masturbating you get to be intimately familiar with your sexual response cycle. You'll quickly learn what works for you, and what doesn’t. Being aware of all of your little quirks is immeasurable when it comes to communicating them to your partner.
2. Feels good- masturbating will release a flood of endorphins after orgasm leaving you in a placid state of bliss
3. It can help relieve menstrual cramps and tension through the muscles within the vagina that contract during orgasm.
4. Premature Ejaculation? Practicing with yourself will help you build up your stamina in the bedroom.
5. It's something you can always do regardless of age.
6. You can still have sex when partners aren’t available.
7. It helps to strengthen muscle tone in the pelvic are reducing the risk of incontinence, and uterine prolapse.
8. Improve your sleep through relaxation.
9. Watching your partner masturbate allows you to take mental notes as to what they like.
10. It is a great way to mitigate a difference of libido’s within a relationship.

So there you have it, 10 great reasons to masturbate! Now that you're feeling inspired grab your favourite tube of lube, toy, or any other flights of fancy your inner eros desires and enjoy every thing your body and mind have to offer.

WHAT IS KINK?

2011-06-18T14:55:00.000-07:00

Am I kinky; are you kinky, what is kink anyway? Depending on who you ask their definition of what might be considered kinky can vary greatly from individual to individual. Indeed, one person’s chocolate, can be another’s vanilla. This variation can swing greatly depending on time and place. Even for us living in what we would consider a progressive Western society, we’re not nearly as sexually balanced as certain civilizations of the past. In fact it could very easily be argued we’re most definitely sexually repressed.
The effects of sexual repression are great, whether it’s on a personal level, or a societal one. One of the commonalities of being human is that we can never deny is our existence as sexual beings. When we do deny ourselves that reality points of view become skewed, objectivity diminishes, and loss of perspective grows. It’s even be evidenced that those taught to repress sexual desire can have difficulty being comfortable with sex in their relationships.
So where do kinky behaviors fit into all of this? The ingredients of kink are imagination, and a desire to explore. By expressing imagination in a sexual way doors can be opened that let’s you connect with deep seeded emotions that can add to the richness of the human experience. Once this comfort zone has been pushed in a safe and consensual way it can be normalized as merely another form of sexual expression that can be analyzed, discussed, and honestly judged at a personal level.
Throughout history countless cultures have told countless stories of fantasies at work. The hero, the victim, the femme fatale, these are all characters designed to provoke emotions. In most cases there are usually roles of domination and submission being played out, and the emotions those roles stir in us can be tied to forms of sexual identification depending on the method they’re played out. In short there is something about them that turns us on.
Role-playing is a classic example of what some would consider kink in action. Through role-play partners are limited by only their imagination. From that basic concept come countless definitions of kink. Some of those include BDSM, power exchange, sensory play, and fetish, as well as all of the bits and pieces that go into creating your very own kinky scene. The mind is a beautiful thing, and so are our libidos connecting those two can be a recipe for a powerful point of view.

POLYAMORY CURIOUS?

2011-06-15T16:11:00.000-07:00

Love by its nature is wildly unpredictable, and those curious about delving into polyamory will quickly find out it’s not about control over ones self, or their partner, but about opening their hearts, bodies, and minds to each other so they can move forward in and honest and open way. To define the term you could say polyamory is the practice of mutual non-exclusivity. It’s very different from polygamy in the sense that in polygamy one gender generally chooses the multiple partners versus polyamory, which puts the choice in the hands of each individual.
For those in current monogamous relationships thinking of embarking into the world of polyamory they usually make up the type of polyamory that allows each person in the couple to have sex with one, or more partners, but still consider their original partner to be the one they have the strongest bond with. Generally speaking in these scenarios there tends to be one partner that may be more into exploring the polyamorous side of their nature than the other. Many times the partner with the polyamorous lean is more in love with the idea of multiple partners as opposed to the actual people they may be hooking up with. The more monogamous minded partner may express discomfort with the idea, and have strong emotional feelings such as jealousy, or a fear of being replaced. When partner’s concepts of physical love are opposed like this they can have the tendency to victimize themselves and each other by placing blame over expectations in the bedroom. Some theories exist that this is one of the reasons you may have chosen your partner knowingly, or not in the first place. By having these differing emotional landscapes you can pull each other through these personal issues.
The urges of polyamory, and monogamy reside in all of us to some degree. Taking some time to reflect and recognize those sides within you will allow you to communicate your love in a more balanced self-aware way. Once you and your partner have reached that level of self-awareness with each other you have the opportunity as a couple to try polyamory, or stick to monogamy, whichever way you choose you’ll be coming at the issue from a place of honesty within yourselves, with respect for each other and your relationship.
For those that choose to embrace their polyamorous side the principals of honesty, safety, and discretion are paramount. By being honest with yourself and your partner you allow each other to be on the same page and create terms of agreements as to what’s okay, and what’s not. In terms of safety you always want to make sure you’re practicing safe sex with any partner outside of your relationship to reduce the risk of bringing any STI’s into your primary relationship. Lastly always practice discretion. It’s important to remember everybody that’s involved in the relationships has feelings and if you’re openly sleeping with multiple partners those partners should know what exactly is going on so as not to create any emotional rifts.
For those looking for more in depth knowledge on the subject we can’t recommend enough Tristan Taormino’s book Opening Up. It’s a great read, with lots of non-judgmental valuable info.

I VIBE, YOU VIBE, WE-VIBE TOGETHER

2011-06-09T14:30:00.000-07:00

In the past we haven’t necessarily highlighted specific toys for our blog, but we genuinely find this one so unique that it’s worth the exposure. Generally when you think of a toy geared towards couple play it’s either a cock ring, or a clitoral stimulator used in creative ways. The We-Vibe on the other hand takes a really neat out of the box approach to the concept.
Designed by Canadian Bruce Murison; an engineer laid off from telecommunications giant Nortel in 2003. He conceived off this truly unique toy, and subsequently had it patented. After a few years of friends, and family investments and copious amount of R&D refining the design it hit the market in 2007, and hasn’t looked back since. The story of how a regular guy and his wife revolutionized the couple play market is worthy itself of it’s own blog post, but for now we’ll focus on some of the great ways to use the toy.
The first and most common way to use the We-Vibe is to have one end penetrating the vagina, while the other end sits on the clitoris. From here you take one well-lubricated penis, or penetrative toy and insert it into the vagina. The shaft will then press one vibrating end up against the G-Spot, while the other end vibrates on the clit. It takes a little bit of getting used to, but once you work into a rhythm with your partner and the toy it’s a pretty amazing experience. Mentally your introducing a form of double penetration where both partners are inextricably stimulated internally while the clitoris is also receiving its just desserts.
The We-Vibe can also be used externally if it’s pressed lightly on the outer labia. This will send direct vibrations to the clitoral legs, which travel internally along the outer labia, and down the insides of the thighs. Then during penetration the penis will feel the vibration as well on either side of the shaft as it goes in and out of the vagina. Those with sensitive ‘clits’ will also feel a gentle vibration around the clitoral hood area when used this way.
For lovers of fellatio, you can clamp the toy around the scrotum while you take the penis in your mouth. Many men will find this sensation very pleasurable. The pulling down of the scrotum will delay ejaculation by not allowing the testicles to rise, yet the vibration will increase arousal creating what can be very explosive juxtaposition. Givers can also mix it up by lubing up the We-Vibe and stroking the shaft during hand jobs.
As you can see there are a plethora of ways to be creative this truly unique sex toy. At the shop we love toys that are multi-purpose, and this is definitely one of them. If you’re looking for a bit of a twist on the norm we highly recommend checking the We-Vibe out. Enjoy.

NIPPLES ARE FUN

2011-06-02T17:25:00.000-07:00

The nipple, object of curiosity, nourisher of life, and simply quite fun to play with. Nipples can be one of the most stimulating parts of the human body. What exactly is the deal with nipple stimulation that drives some of us so wild? Regardless of gender we can all enjoy nipple stimulation to varying degrees. Some men and women can even orgasm through nipple stimulation alone. Granted those that do are the lucky ones, most of us will simply be aroused, and some may not even gauge a response at all. As a general rule though incorporating some sort of nipple play into either couple play, or masturbation will assist in reaching orgasm. The way it works for you is entirely genetic, and every body will elicit differing responses from these fun little bundles of nerves.
The nipple itself is made up of a network of smooth muscles that are situated just under the skin, and packed tightly with sensitive nerve endings that respond to temperature, touch, and arousal. When they’re aroused they fill with blood compressing the nerve endings and creating heightened sensitivity.
When incorporating nipple play into your sexual practices it’s good to warm up slowly, and figure out what your partner wants. Begin with gently caressing the outer perimeter of the breast, and work your way inwards towards the nipple. If your partner is enjoying what you’re doing you can increase the level of arousal by gently pinching the nipple, and using the agility of your tongue to increase any building erotic anticipation. Be sure to always watch and feel if your partner begins to pull away from you. It’s not that you’re necessarily doing anything wrong, but you may be providing simply too much stimulation for that moment of time. Keep in mind too that sensitivity in women can fluctuate at different times of the month, so don't expect the same response every time.
If you’re interested in experimenting with the sensation you feel during nipple play you might want to think about bringing different toys into play. Nipple Clips are great for the pinching aspect. We really like the ones with the screw gates on them that open really wide to grab a lot of flesh. The screw gate is neat in the sense you can increase, or decrease the intensity by turning the screw little by little any which way you like. Nipples and skin are also great for incorporating food play, and using things like chocolate body paint to draw on designs that can be subsequently licked and sucked off. In the same vein there are numerous oils, and body powders you can use to enhance play. If you’re feeling even more adventurous why not give a blindfold a try. Not only will you build an enticing trust factor between you and your partner, but all of your other senses will also be heightened.

ANAL SEX - THE LOWDOWN

2011-05-26T16:40:00.000-07:00

Never has there been a bigger need for sexual education that isn’t strictly prevention based than in the case of people of all ages learning about anal sex. With all of the easily available porn on the net acting as a surrogate teacher, learning the difference between reality and what happens in fantasy based porn is integral to healthy and pleasurable anal sex.
In movies you’ll often see actors simply thrusting penises, fingers, fists, or toys into anal openings with no lube to be seen anywhere on set. These fast aggressive actions may seem hot to the viewer, but in actual fact as a viewer you’re not seeing all the preparation that’s edited out. There is a lot of groundwork that goes into anal entry, and the fact that it’s not taught more in education programs mystifies us.
Prior to any sort of anal penetration perhaps the most important thing for lovers to work on is foreplay, lots and lots of foreplay. This could take the form of cunnilingus (aka eating out), analingus (ass eating), finger penetration (either vaginally, or anally), nipple play, small toy play, clitoral stimulation, and just about anything else you can imagine to raise your partners level of excitement. Keep in mind to never go from anus to vagina without properly cleaning oneself first.
Once your partner is thoroughly warmed up, well lubricated, and they’ve communicated they’re ready the giver should enter very, very slowly inserting just a little bit of themselves at a time, and even holding their penis or dildo still for a minute while the receiver adjusts to the feeling of penetration.
To understand why one needs to go slow, you must first understand a little bit about the way the body works. The anus has two sphincters, one that can be relaxed voluntarily, and one that can’t. The voluntary one is located at the anal opening, while the involuntary one is located about a .25” inside. If this 2nd sphincter muscle hasn’t relaxed it can tense up and cause pain and tearing to the sensitive tissue in either the anus, or the rectum. By becoming accustomed to the first sphincter being stimulated you can train the 2nd sphincter to relax and allow entry.
One way to warm up to this step is practicing anal masturbation by yourself. By inserting a finger, or small toy during masturbation session you and your sphincter can get used to the feeling of being penetrated, and the relaxation that’s needed to go along with it. If any pain occurs take a time out and stop right away. Those pain receptors are there for a reason, and if you don’t pay attention to them you can cause tissue damage. So start slow, play safe, and most of all enjoy!

THE RAPTURE SURVIVAL KIT

2011-05-21T12:04:00.000-07:00

Well according to sources apparently close to God today is Judgment Day. That’s right everybody the show’s over the gig is up. So what are you going to do for this last day on earth? Well we’ve been talking about it here at the shop, and we’ve decided what one should do to prepare for a perfect day based around survival.
We feel a perfect last day should start off with some half sleepy gentle kissing, and fondling followed by some oral pleasures, and some sex in the spooning position. Next step a shower, a couple of mimosas and a coffee. Eggs Benny anybody? Now that we’re satiated and fueled we're off to do what anybody else would do on the day of the apocalypse, assemble our Rapture Survival Kit.
What does one put in a Rapture Survival Kit you ask? Well first thing we’ll need is lube, lots of lube because should we make it out alive we’ll need something to slip up any roaming brain hungry zombies that are out to get us. That and the sheer excitement of it all will definitely be such a turn on, and we’ll need to be prepared for lots of hot sex. Next item will definitely have to be a sex toy of some sort. What to choose, what to choose? We have to think of those roaming zombies again. The Motion will be perfect. Easy to clean, good for clubbing zombies, yet still amazing for inducing great g-spot orgasms. Check. Now we’ll need cuffs for, you guessed it locking up zombies, while we drive them crazy with performances of wild acts of naughty sex. Oh, They’re going to want our brains so bad. With all of this hot sex and zombie fighting we’ll need some food. Sugar, something high in sugar, chocolate body paint will be perfect. We can slowly lick it off of each others sweaty bodies for the perfect balance of essential salts, and sugars to keep us going on our rapturous survival adventure. Is there anything else you can think of that we might need for outwitting zombies, and dodging fire and brimstone? Please help and let us know. This rapture survival business is serious stuff. We know the possibilities are great, but remember we must remain mobile, hot, and most of all naughty.

WHY IS MAY MASTURBATION MONTH ANYWAY?

2011-05-14T11:53:00.000-07:00

It’s not recognized by the government, or really any public institution, but in 1995, in response to the firing of U.S. Surgeon General Jocelyn Elder for her comments that suggested that masturbation be taught as a healthy sexual practice in schools, a group of sex-positive stores embarked on an awareness campaign that has been building momentum ever since. Now in major cities throughout North America and Europe Masturbate-a-thons are held to create awareness and raise money for a variety of causes.
Sexual health educators often refer to masturbation as the cornerstone of sexual health. So we at Trinity Romance Shop encourage you all whether it be in private, or with a friend, or two, to take some time out this month and celebrate yourselves!
Masturbation truly is a wonderful thing did you know if you do it slowly and take mental notes, you'll learn more about your sexual responses? Recent studies have also connected ejaculation with lower rates of prostate cancer, and women's orgasms with healthy vaginal pH balance, which can lead to fewer yeast infections. These are just a couple of the many reasons why masturbation is great - so lube it, love it, linger on it for awhile, and feel how wonderful your body can feel!

10 Tips for Oral Sex

2011-05-09T15:59:00.000-07:00

Here are a small handful of tips for you and partner to enjoy. After putting them together we realized we could easily keep going and going. If you have any yourself please feel free to submit them!

1. Pay attention to your partner! This is especially true of females, who generally need much longer to warm up. If something your doing isn’t working out well, or the area is too sensitive at the moment in time try another route out. There are as many paths to the orgasm as there are individuals on the planet.
2. Get into it! Nothing is more erotic than watching your partner not only perform, but thoroughly enjoy oral sex. A bit of dirty talk thrown in never hurt either.
3. Keep it tidy. A little trim, shave, or wax will help keep any unwanted hair out of mouths, and teeth. In respect to men a little pubic maintenance will even make you appear bigger.
4. Keep your fingernails well trimmed. Nobody likes catching a stray nail on sensitive skin
5. While performing cunnilingus insert a lubricated finger into the vagina in a “come hither” motion, while pressing down gently on the Mons (which is located just above the pubic bone). This will help bring the G-spot down slightly within the vagina creating a very pleasurable experience.
6. While deep throating a penis you'll want to get into a comfortable position where you can extend and straighten your neck by slightly tilting your head back. Lining up your throat with your mouth will allow the penis to slide in deep.
7. The clitoral legs extend behind what’s visible as the clitoris approximately 4” around the outer labia, and down the inner thigh. This results in heightened sensitivity in this region.
8. A great blowjob will usually involve both hands and mouth. Place a hand around the base of the shaft and move it in unison with your mouth. If he is prone to thrusting this will also act as a great preventative against gagging.
9. To alter the taste of semen or vaginal fluid look to your diet. Diets high in fruit, yogurt will provide a tastier experience rather than ones high in red meats, and garlic. Smoking will also affect taste.
10. Don’t forget the nipples either. With your tongue on the clit, reach over and gently hold your partners breasts. As she gets closer to orgasm, circle her aureoles lightly, as I mentioned earlier. But this time, as her breathing and body language announce her impending orgasm, squeeze her nipples.

Oral sex can be the most exciting sexual experiences you can have. But it's what you make it. Take your time, practice often, pay attention to your lover's signals, and most of all, enjoy yourself.

History of the Vibrator

2011-01-29T13:30:00.000-08:00

To understand where the wonderful invention known as the vibrator came from, you first need to understand the historical medical condition that doctors used to name Female Hysteria. Female Hysteria, which was a very common diagnoses for hundreds of years can be traced back to ancient Greece. The "condition" generally applied to just about any ailment under the sun, but could very generally be attributed to sexual deprivation. To relieve symptoms of the condition doctors, or midwives would perform pelvic massage on the afflicted individuals until they reached what was then called Hysterical Paroxysm, or what we would call an orgasm.
Even though the treatment was a lucrative one for doctors they didn't necessarily enjoy it. With all of the physical effort the treatment took some doctors would find it quite tiring. This led to the early 19th century technique of hydrotherapy, which basically consisted of shooting water at woman's pelvic area until she came. Other experiments to reduce the amount of manual work involved brought about the first steam powered vibrator aptly named "The Manipulator".
By the latter part of the 19th century the first electromechanical vibrators become available, and by the dawn of the 20th century the first plug in model was made available making it the 5th home appliance to be electrified.
When vibrators first hit the market they were wildly popular and were sold in numerous mainstream catalogues, and advertised in magazines throughout North America and Europe. Things started to turn for the worse for our good friend the vibrator with the rise of motion pictures, and the increasing popularity of pornography via this medium in the 1920's.
People now could no longer avoid the obvious sexual satisfaction that the vibrator provided and it was essential forced underground until the 1960's when the sexual revolution brought it back out of the closet and onto the bedside table. Since then vibrators have enjoyed growing popularity and more mainstream acceptance to the point where the choices, and styles are literally endless.

Here are a few of the very popular vibrators in modern history:
The Hitachi Magic Wand,the Rabbit,and the Gigi

History of the Dildo

2011-01-11T11:46:00.000-08:00

Sex toys can be broken down into two main categories non-vibrating (dildos), or vibrating (vibrators). Since this post is dedicated to our good friend the dildo and its rich history we'll begin to focus on that.
Dildos generally had a phallic shape to them and were designed for penetration. Examples of them have been found in many forms throughout history in both artifacts and artwork. The oldest known dildo found to date was discovered in Germany in 2005. Archeologists estimated the 20cm stone dildo (pictured in this post) to be roughly 30,000 years old.
Other examples of dildos can be found in ancient Egyptian culture, as well as that of Roman and Greek. Evidence of the dildos use is depicted on Greek pottery from the era. These toys were usually made of either stone, carved wood, bronze, or any solid filling wrapped in leather.
The dildo as we know it today didn't really come to fruition until rubber began being vulcanized in the 19th century. Then during the first half of the 20th century manufacturers began inserting steel spring cores to provide stiffness to them. With the rise of the plastics industry through the 20th century PVC, or jelly dildos became the mainstream material. In recent times jelly dildos have fallen out of fashion due to health concerns, and the fact that they off-gas phthalates
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With consumers making more informed choices on the dildos that they buy silicone has emerged as the material of choice for both dildos and vibrators. The fact that it's non-porous (unlike rubber), hypoallergenic, and retains body heat very well, while still having a soft feel makes it a great alternative to it's predecessors. Other materials in the modern day marketplace include glass, steel, wood and aluminum.
So there you have it the 30,000 years of dildo history in a nutshell. With all of that history it's amazing to think that these fun little objects can still cause quite the stir in some circles. Is it insecurity, dogma, jealousy? Who knows what makes these fun little pleasure objects so taboo. One thing that we find interesting is how acceptance, celebration, and condemnation of these pleasure objects ebb and flow throughout history, and the reasons that may cause it. If you have a few minutes drop us a comment, we'd love to hear what you think about it.