3xL : Lust, Love & Latex

More Latex Stockings in the Movies!

2008-07-19T12:22:00.004+02:00

Can't get enough of latex stockings on the silver screen? It may seem like a latex stocking fan's prayers have been answered in the upcoming screen adaptation of the much-loved graphic novel, The Watchmen.

Starlet Malin Akerman has been cast as Laurie Juspeczyk aka The Silk Spectre. The costume, rumored to once again be the work of Syren Couture, appears to be a yellow latex body with black latex glove details and black latex stockings and suspenders.

While it's fetching lingerie, it's not ringing my chimes in quite the same way as Syren's iconic Catwoman costume, or Roger Tait's elegant transparent number from The Matrix. Now, those were the days! ;-)

Kinky Festival: Montreal's Most Pervy Happening!

2008-07-15T18:16:00.002+02:00

Isabeau and Sebastian of Montreal's Fetiche School, Fetiche Shop and Fetiche Soiree have planned the ultimate reunion for all people wanting to celebrate, shop or learn about different kinky sexual practices, all the while raising money for charity.

The Festival starts off on August 7 with a Launch Cocktail party from 7pm til 3am, and fetish parties, play parties, workshops, dances and expositions continue until Sunday evening August 10.

Performers include KumiMonster, Midori and Lew Rubens.

The Exposition, running Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Montreal's Just for Laughs Complex features vendors from around the world, such as Berlin's BlackStyle, Toronto's Ego Assassin and Chicago's Vex Clothing.

To learn more, check out the program of all the events and hotel information at their site: www.kinkyfestival.com

On your mark! Set? WHIP!

HW Show at TG 2008!

2008-07-15T17:47:00.000+02:00

Brighton photographer and filmmaker Mark Bennet of Alchemical Shadows has posted an exciting video he filmed of HW Design's catwalk show at Torture Garden's 2008 birthday blowout.

The video which features a stunning array of printed transparent leopard print corsets, coats, capes, catsuits, hoods and more on an all-star fetish model cast may help console those of us who were not lucky enough to be at the actual event.

Take a look at more fetish fashion videos on Mark's YouTube channel here.

New Labels to Watch!

2008-07-14T17:41:00.013+02:00

There's been an influx of very talented designers entering the latex market these days. We really appreciate the new life they're bringing to our old fetish gear, and we'll highlight some of the newest and most promising ones as we learn of them.

Today we'll introduce you to three relative newcomers: Trés Bonjour Luxury Couture Latex from Berlin, HMS Latex of Paris, and Lickorish Latex from the UK.

Trés Bonjour Couture Latex is the young designer Viola Jaeger of Berlin's ultra feminine new line. Her black and white creations are reminiscent of Absolute Danny's sophisticated separates and Atsuko Kudo's feminine classics. The site is one of the prettiest latex clothing sites I've encountered, with its lovely lace details and pink ribbon touches. It's also highly functional, which is not always the case with latex clothes sites!

Standouts for me included her feminine bodies and pencil skirt variations. I also appreciate the use of elegant non-fetish shoes to showcase her timeless styles, and the obvious care that's gone into creating durable and well made fashion.

It seems like the handcraft site, Etsy.com has become a preferred venue for start-up latex designers now that eBay has upped their selling costs and implemented rather puritanical listing policies. I like Etsy, it just looks more polished and it feels much more like the nice shopping experience we all like to have online.

There are 2 designers on Etsy to check out, especially for their clever accessories and fair prices, for those times when you don't have an unlimited budget or room on the Visa card. The first, Lickorish Latex, is a line designed by a nice English couple up north in Huddersfield, which focuses primarily on exquisite accessories.

Often old latex separates just need a couple of standout accessories to give new life to old favorites. Why not add some bow hair clips and a pair of corset suspenders/braces? At these prices, you'll have money left over for a couple of long stemmed roses for your sweetheart! What has also impressed me about Lickorish Latex is their classy packaging and very attentive customer service. (Note to retail boutiques: they do wholesale!)

HMS Latex, also on Etsy was founded in 2006 by Sophie, a young model and makeup artist living in Paris. In just two short years, she's really come into her own as a talented latex designer.

I especially like her latex Delicacy Mittens, which have an enormous amount of detail for such a miniscule price ($35!). Her menswear featured in her Etsy store also looks very well made, and keep an eye out for new additions to her line, such as high fashion boleros and stunning dresses which I've sneak previewed at her Live Journal.

Look out for more of our fashion updates in the weeks to come!

3xL in Flesh and Ink!

2008-07-14T08:22:00.008+02:00

Friday, Kitty and I spent three hours at a local tattoo shop. I wanted a tattoo for a long time and I finally got around to do it. I got my 3xL insignia tattooed on my upper left arm, to remind myself of who I am and how much this weblog has changed my life.

It was quite an experience to get tattooed! I think it hurts like hell, but when the excess ink is washed off the next day, nothing beats looking at your new tattoo!

The Skin Two Rubber Ball 2008!

2008-07-12T11:50:00.000+02:00

This Fall you won't lack for exciting London fetish parties, with two huge fetish balls and shopping expos happening in September and October. First up is the Skin Two Rubber Ball weekend, the granddaddy of all the international fetish weekend events.

The Skin Two Rubber Ball is the world's premier fetish party. Established in 1992, the Rubber Ball drew people from around the world to a glamorous celebration of fetish style, with fashion shows, art performances and celebrity guests. The event is now internationally famous; it has been featured on television in Germany, Holland, France, Britain and the USA.

The Skin Two Expo is a major part of the weekend - a daytime shopping fair, with over specialist retailers gathered in one place. You can shop for clothes, shoes, accessories, jewellery, equipment, furniture, clubs, holidays, art, photography, books and lots more - or meet friends for coffee and a chat.

This year's theme has not been announced yet, but we have the line-up of the parties and Expo for you:

Torture Garden @ Mass St. Matthews Church, Brixton: Friday 5th September - 10pm til 6am

Skin Two & London Alternative Fashion Expo @ University of London Union, Malet Street, London WC1E 7HY: Saturday & Sunday 6th & 7th September - Noon til 7pm

THE SKIN TWO RUBBER BALL @ SeOne: Saturday 7th September from 10pm til 4am

Lounge Lizard @ Club Rub: Sunday 8th September

For more information and how to book tickets go to www.skintworubberball.com

Anna Rose Book Giveaway!

2008-07-11T11:10:00.009+02:00

"My Love - Diary of a Loving S/M Relationship" is written by Anna Rose. The book has 120 pages filled with color photographs of Anna's intimate S/M moments with her Master. The pictures are accompanied by English text which describes her own feelings, desires, wishes and fears. "My Love" touches on topics such as latex, bondage, sex and the relationship of a D/s.

For more information about Anna Rose and to check out her latest photo and video updates, visit www.alterpic.com.

Signed Book Giveaway!
We're giving away a signed copy of Anna Rose's book to one lucky winner.

To be eligible to win, you need to:

1. be at least 18 years old!
2. tell us your mailing address

Entries must be submitted before the 1st of August. The lucky winner will be drawn by Latex Kitty one week later.

Please enter your full name and email below:

Introducing House of Bias!

2008-07-08T17:20:00.007+02:00

Our favorite Fetishista, Chicago's Ms von Livid has launched an innovative new latex collection called House of Bias. The site is now fully functional with sexy fashion galleries photographed by Jeffrey Cohn and an on-line boutique.

House of Bias launched at the 2007 Kink in the Caribbean and made a big splash at the recent Torture Garden Birthday Party weekend, when Ms von Livid wowed a jaded London audience with her unique creations.

Ms von Livid trained as a designer at the Chicago's School of the Art Institute fashion design program before launching her career as a worldwide fetish and burlesque performer. Her sophisticated new line blends high fashion and kink with wickedly inventive dresses, lingerie and separates and color combinations rarely seen in fetish latex.

Visit her online shop this month and get 20% off on all orders until July 25 when you enter LAUNCH08 when checking out. Be sure and register for updates on new items and exclusive discounts.

Bianca Beauchamp All Access 2 : Rubberized!

2008-07-06T13:26:00.005+02:00

Bianca Beauchamp All Access 2 : Rubberized starring Bianca Beauchamp, The Richard, Jean Bardot and Rubberdoll, will be Premiered at the Montreal Fetish Weekend 2008, Friday August 29th. at the prestigious Theatre Olympia.

ALL ACCESS 2 builds up on the original’s idea of a fetish-reality-documentary melting pot following Bianca Beauchamp and her kinky friends day and night during a 3-day fetish event, on stage, behind the scenes, at home even!, and this time with a lot more latex extravagance and Glamour.

Watch the Bianca Beauchamp All Access 2 : Rubberized trailer!

Read the official announcement here...

Rubber Doll Interview!

2008-06-28T10:50:00.003+02:00

The story of Rubber Doll, who headlines the world's largest fetish parties, began eight years ago. This only-in-Florida entertainer (who asked that we not publish her real name because not everyone in her family knows about her line of work) was a quiet secretary in Miami. She was 19 years old and fresh out of high school and could barely tolerate her job. She wondered what she wanted to do with her life. But she never doubted what she loved doing at night: donning tight goth gear and touring the clubs in Miami Beach and southern Broward.

Soon, it wasn't just any kind of goth clothing but a very specific style. "I basically just fell in love with latex," she says, looking back on the early days. "The way it looks. The way it feels. There's nothing like it." Her rubber wardrobe began growing.

Read the full interview at Broward-Palm Beach New Times...

Ego Assassin - Printed Latex Fashions!

2008-06-24T18:01:00.016+02:00

The name "ego assassin" refers to the philosophy that one can remake themself into any person they want to be; if only they can set aside all preconceived notions about who they are. Latex, being the perfect medium for transformation, allows you to become any character or creature you’d like to be.

ego assassin, based in Toronto, Canada is owned and operated by James Hagarty, a graphic designer and screen printer, and Slinka, a former fetish model. The company was started by James in 2003 as a custom designed t-shirt and screen printing business and moved into screen printing latex a year later.

ego assassin's signature style focuses on colorful, wearable pieces that serve as a platform for their distinctive printed graphics. Design influences and inspiration come from spy movies, concept art, comic books, and custom motorcycles. Many of the prints are inspired by vintage woodcuts, classical Japanese paintings, and Native American art.

The use of printing allows for a greater range of images, and much finer detail than is possible to achieve with appliques. Their latest print, "Great Wave", is based on the painting of the same name by the classical Japanese artist, Hokusai. It is a highly detailed and complex 2-color print, the likes of which has not been seen on latex before.

ego assassin also offers a growing range of classes teaching the basics of latex construction. The goal of these classes is to further develop and support the growing latex community in Canada and abroad. Their latest workshop, RUB 201, which covers the principles of latex corsetry has sold out well in advance. For information on future workshops, check out ego assassin's Facebook page.

Rubberist Summer Camp 2008!

2008-06-16T11:08:00.004+02:00

The Rubberist International Rubber Camp 2008 (R.I.S.C.) is approaching fast!

Kitty and I visited the camp in 2007. We stayed at the camp for three days and had a good time. The atmosphere was good, it was like living in rubber family, where everybody is nice and helpful.

The location of the camp is an old farm building here in Denmark, far from public eyes. Its privately run by a sweet older rubber couple and not a fancy luxury hotel. The building offer multiple playrooms and well equipped dungeons, a huge rubber movie library - showroom, a dormitory and several private rooms for couples, outside there is a heated pool and a nice garden with a private forest.

This year's Rubberist International Summer Camp runs from 17th - 25th of July, so if you wish to go, you need to sign up now!

Latex Art by Frank Lange!

2008-06-02T14:39:00.004+02:00

We just brought this amazing 1 x 1 meter oil painting by Frank Lange for our living room.

Frank is a 33 year old artist, born in Zurich, but currently living and working in Essex in the UK. He is fascinated by the female form combined with the reflections of latex, highly erotic, naked without nakedness.

He explains "I am interested in the erotic appeal of this subject and strive to make erotic art without the preconceived idea, avoiding cliches, but using cliches in a new way, with as little information as possible, the edge of a stocking top at extreme close up, could be anything but also nothing else, to essentially make erotic art highly decorative whilst remaining in essence erotic art."

See more of Frank Lange latex paintings.

Latex Fetish Meetup Copenhagen!

2008-05-23T22:43:00.005+02:00

Copenhagen fetish scene is calling! It's time for the popular bi-monthly Latex Fetish Meetup Copenhagen, hosted by MissFuzzyBunny, K. of StrangeLifeforms, Latex Kitty and of course me!

This meetup is a great event for beginners there wish to "test the water" in the fetish scene. You can meet other like minded people, have a drink and make new friends. Fans of fetish rainwear are also very welcome!

The latex fetish meetup takes place Saturday the 31 of May, 21.00 o'clock, at Club Faust in central Copenhagen. It's 100% FREE, there is NO DRESS CODE and it's hold in a kink FRIENDLY venue.

Danish readers can visit latex fetish meetup copenhagen information page to learn how to attend this event. If you don't read Danish, but are in the area and would like to attend, please contact me directly, so I can put you on the guest list.

Kariwanz in a Splatter Movie?

2008-05-22T15:12:00.006+02:00

"Strap yourselves in, boys and girls, because things are about to get very, very bloody and very, very strange."

"The creative team behind The Machine Girl is back together for Tokyo Gore Police, a cult action-horror starring Audition‘s Eihi Shiina as a cop forced to battle off a swarm of hideous mutants spawned by a man made virus."

I have seen many Japanese horror and splatter films. This one is full of blood, load of gore shots... and people in latex clothing!

It's easy to spot Karin from Kariwanz.com in one of their outstanding latex outfits, but who else from Tokyo's fetish scene have a cameo in this film?

Watch the Tokyo Gore Police trailer here!

Xozt Fetish Latex!

2008-05-15T16:50:00.002+02:00

Xozt Fetish Latex (LINK REMOVED DUE VIRUS ON SITE!) is a personal webpage created by a rubber loving couple from Russia, where you'll find lots of free photos of their fabulous latex life. The site is smartly designed with simple navigation menus that guides the user through their galleries as well as a catalogue of third-party fetish videos. The photos clearly portray the enthusiasm these two have for their favorite fetish material and the joy they get from sharing it with the world. I for one think it's really cool to see sites like this popping up, personal pages from people in far flung lands, who enjoy nothing more than to share their love of latex with us. Best of luck to these two beautiful rubber pervs, and cheers to seeing a lot more of them in the future!

While visiting this site, I stumbled across a few more sites from Mother Russia that might be of interest to Russian speaking latex fetishists, namely Mask Woman, a site devoted to rubber female masks (the sort often worn by crossdressers and male doll fetishists) and Rubber Droid, a forum devoted to Russian speaking rubberists. So until next time, dasvedanya and keep that latex love coming from the eastern front!

Get Your Own 3xL T-shirt!

2008-05-06T08:31:00.003+02:00

I often wear my black latex 3xL t-shirt to parties, events and munches. I designed the 3xL logo in 2003 and today the logo is well know by latex people around the world, who knows that 3xL stands for.... Lust, Love & Latex!

Now you too can also show your lust and love for latex! Buy your own 3xL t-shirt! NOT MADE FROM LATEX, but from 100% cotton!

Also see my other fetish t-shirt designs.

Rubber Vita: Manuella!

2008-05-02T09:32:00.004+02:00

After a long break, Manuella is back to share her pleasure and the joy of latex with us!

"For more than half a year I haven’t taken any new pictures, apart from product shots. I never knew that someone could cling onto a site as much as I did. And I really missed taking photographs, presenting myself in latex and spurring the imagination of other people this much. So I recently started photo shooting again with ever growing passion. I have been looking forward to the day when my new site goes online." Manuella proudly says.

Now the time has finally come and Manuella invites you to join her in acting out her latex fantasies at Rubbervita.com!

New Latex Book: Rubber Sex!

2008-05-01T09:54:00.001+02:00

Rubber Sex from Cleis Press, edited by Rachel Kramer Bussel.

"Rubber, latex and PVC all cling to the skin and have the power to make their wearers feel sensual, sexy, and aroused. In this collection, the world's hottest erotic authors make the most of the sensual potential inherent in getting suited up. Hang out with a "Tire Stud," learn "How to Liven Up a Boring Party," and go "From Solid to Liquid" in these tantalizing adventures. From latex body paint to the smell of rubber tires, pretty dresses that beg to be touched to clingy catsuits worn by powerful mistresses, and men who want to show off every inch beneath the allure of latex. Get ready to enter a world where the most sensual material gets slipped on tightly, then polished, stroked, and caressed while the bodies inside heat up with desire. These stories focus on the look and feel of rubber and latex, eroticizing them to the fullest. Find out why everything, from flirting to spanking to going all the way, is better in rubber."

My latex fetish book store now has a UK and an US section.

In my latex fetish book store you will find my fetish book recommendations, most of witch is about understanding your sexuality, but there are also titles on fetish photography, fetish models, fetish art, fetish fiction and fetish comics.

Latex Clothing News!

2008-04-21T21:22:00.007+02:00

Simon O has added a new line latex belts with a optional padlock in various colors and styles. Also new is a pair latex jeans with a matching jacket with two trim colors and decorative buckles and logos applicants. Looks amazing!

RIMO-Mantelmode, there has been producing deluxe rain fashions from vinyl, latex and nylon since 1991, has added the 2008 rainwear collection to their online-shop. At the core of the new collection you find three raincoats and three rain capes in different materials, lengths and designs... All of them looks fantastic!

Radical Libidex Offers 30% Off!

2008-04-12T20:25:00.007+02:00

Latex couturiers Libidex have a special offer in conjunction with Radical Rubber for the next six weeks!

Libidex has been using Radical Rubber now for over a year and they've had a great response from customers - but now they're giving more customers the opportunity to try out some of the new Radical Rubber colors at great prices.

Until 31st May, Libidex is giving a whole 30% off any garments you order in any of the following Radical Rubber colors (or any combination of them): Translucent Smoky Black, Electric Blue, Metallic Green, Sand, Metallic Fuchsia & Claret.

The offer applies to any garments advertised on the Libidex website where you can also see pics of outfits in the new colours. To qualify for the discount just quote: ‘Multi-Colour Sale’ in your order.

German Fetish Ball 2008!

2008-04-08T20:46:00.003+02:00

Germany Fetish Ball weekend celebrates its 5th anniversary and promises a bubbling weekend in Germanys capital. Kicking off with the relaxed Kinky Cocktails and the Friday's Finest Fetish, the Revolution on Saturday and the limited GFB PlayNight for bdsm lovers, the big German Fetish Fair on Saturday and Sunday, the weekend culminates in the German Fetish Ball itself, on May 11th 2008.

The program is as colorful as in the previous years with fashion shows by Bondinage, Libidex, Pressure Corsets, Burlesque Couture, Spitz Massdesign, Tatjana Warnecke, Favor and Crazy Outfits, live music from FAQ vs. RubberDoll, a special Torture Garden room with the DJs and performers of the famous London parties and many other show-acts. The Mistress of Ceremonies will be the lovely RubberDoll from Florida

The popular German Fetish Fair will stay in the huge "Arena" and opens its gates on May, 10th & 11th. The German Fetish Ball itself is on Whitsunday, May 11th again at the "Matrix". Furthermore there is a couples only bdsm PlayNight on Saturday at the "Residenz Avalon" as well as the Revolution at the "Sage Club". The weekend kicks off as usual with the Kinky Cocktails and Friday's Finest Fetish at the "Insomnia".

Official website: www.german-fetish-ball.com

From Latex Kitty with Love!

2008-04-06T22:31:00.004+02:00

It's my birthday today! Yup, I'm becoming a old rubber dude, closer to 40 years than to 30!

Latex Kitty woke me up today and made me a really nice breakfast and of course gave me birthday presents! Among my presents was a CD full of kinky latex photos, which she did behind my back together with her good friend Th13teen.

A total of 64 really sexy photos of my sweet Latex Kitty wearing everything from a nurse dress to a full enclosure catsuit with gasmask! And luckily for you... I just uploaded them to my latex gallery! Also visit Th13teen for more great photos.

Issue 31 of SECRET Magazine is Out!

2008-04-05T08:18:00.004+02:00

The new issue features fetish news, exclusive interview with Ponygirl Pupett, reportages - The Art of Tickling, Last Slave Standing, Shibari bondage, The engulfing scent of latex, Chastity belts, stories and much more.

Art by Hanno Von Bran. Photos by Simon O, Tina Cassati, Martin Class, Collin J.Rae, Victor Sanchez, Michael Helms, C.C.Clearwater, China Hamilton, Dorian Cleavenger & Martin Class.

Visit: SECRET Magazine.

Failed Rubber Harvest sends Latex Prices Soaring!

2008-04-01T09:59:00.008+02:00

Reuters says: "Thailand's rubber producers, will only bring a margin of their harvest to market this year. October rains came too late for trees in Thailand's prime rubber-growing region to recover from the driest winter in two decades. Few of the trees have been watered properly, meaning the harvest next season will be meager, due to the lack of rubber sap. Forecasters say output in Thailand, the world's largest producer of raw rubber, will fall to a 50-year low and as a result the price of all rubber and latex products will sky rocket."

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