shauna by night

Flirt Restraints

Flirt has a line of adorably packaged restraints, each with its own theme. The restraints themselves are strips of silky material with a loop at one end. The Do Not Disturb package comes with red restraints and a "Do not disturb" sign to hang on your bedroom doorknob, the Office Fling includes black restraints and a pad of sticky notes with "Meet Me At:" printed on them. There's also a bridal kit with white restraints, a blindfold sash, and an "Invitation to Seduction". Each of these is great for a fun night of role playing with your partner.

Courtesy of Eros Botique.

Love Prism

I was dubious when I saw this toy on the shelf, but I bought it anyway. It's made of a hard and flexible material that smells kind of funny. It's got no moving parts, so no instructions were necessary.

I applaud Doc Johnson for their innovative design, but it really didn't work for me. It looks more like a prop from a movie than a toy, and while I was using it, I couldn't help remembering back when I was too young and shy to shop for actual sex toys and would try out anything longer than it was wide. This toy, while pretty, has too many corners for my soft insides. I tried the big end and the small end, and I've come to the conclusion that the natural shape is superior. It may be somewhat boring, but it works.

The Pleasureball

Remember the Magic 8 Ball? It is a plastic globe filled with liquid that contains a floating polyhedron that you can view through a porthole on one side. Each facet of the polyhedron has the answer to a question on it. The idea is that you ask a question, shake the ball and read the answer that  appears in the window. It is usually stuff like "answer hazy" and "ask again later". Fun, but not very sexy. The new Pleasureball uses the same principlal but the polyhedron is decked out with sexual positions. Fun! Keep it on your bedside table and when boyfriend jumps on you again for a bit of the same old same old reach for the Pleasureball and ask him if he wants to play a game. This is a goofy toy that could lead to a fun night or two in the sack exploring new positions so it is well worth the price. Look for the Pleasureball at Spencer Gifts or check it out HERE

Lipstick Hide-A-Vibe

Shhhh, it's really a vibrator. This is a great candidate for a vibe you keep in your purse or gym bag or in with other stuff because the case it hides in is completely inconspicuous. It looks like an overgrown lipstick, and if it's sitting next to other cosmetics, no one will notice. I've had mine for so long, and it hasn't failed me yet. It packs a powerful vibe in its little 5" body, especially on only one AA battery, and its small size is great for a little anal play - if you are so inclined.

360 Degree Swivel Vibrator

The 360 Degree Swivel Vibrator is a palm-sized, two-speed vibrator that has two heads (a smooth one and a nubby one) on a swivel mount so that it can be positioned at any angle. It's inexpensively priced, and it feels like it. The plastic feels cheap, and the swivel is not smooth. So, I really felt like I was going to break the damn thing while running it through its paces. The vibration was kind of strong and would probably get you off if you orgasm easily. It's not very versatile though, and it's pretty loud. It's not waterproof, so cleaning it is tricky at best. I initially thought that if it came with a cover, it would be great to throw in your bag - just in case. After checking it out, I don't think it would survive a week in the bottom of my bag. This is a good idea that just didn't measure up.

360 Degree Swivel Vibrator courtesy of Eros Boutique.

Duotone Balls

Duotone Balls are, basically, two 1 1/2” balls stuck onto a string with a smaller, metal ball inside each of them. The idea is simple, you place them inside your vagina, and as you move around they wiggle and jiggle and tease. I read up on ben-wa balls a little. They weren’t originally made for pleasure but for vaginal exercise instead -- ahh, those clever Japanese. For that, I guess they are just fine. Personally, I don’t like them.

Leopard Thong with Micro Stimulator

The Leopard Thong consists of a comfy thong with a pocket on the inside to hold a small vibrator. The idea, of course, is that you wear it in public to tease yourself and perhaps your partner. Now, I've tried several wearable vibrators in the past. Usually, the problem is that the damn thing doesn't stay where you need it. This one comes the closest to success yet, but still no cigar. The thong does hold the vibrator still - I'll give it that - but not quite close enough to really get off with. OK, maybe you don't want to be cumming during your walk, but I found that the vibrator sitting where it does for the duration of my walk made me numb. Not cool! Also, when I got to where I was going, this thing was still buzzing away, and I was faced with how to turn it off without digging in my shorts too obviously (or should I say "pornographically"). I think I'll go on a hunt for the perfect alternative.  Perhaps an egg-style or small bullet-style vibrator with a wireless remote control would work way better, something quite so I don't alert passers-by that there's anything naughty going on. I will let you know when I gather the perfect set up. If you guys have any suggestions, please let me know.

The Tower

It's full name is The Tower Multi-speed Soft Jelly Vibrator. It comes in two colors. I picked up the obnoxious, neon orange one. The Tower kind of looks like an electric chess piece (the bishop, to be exact), but I figured I'd take it for a test drive since it wasn't that expensive. I got it home, washed it off, powered it up, and put it through its paces. The vibration is nice and strong, way stronger than I expected from any vibrating, jelly toy. (Color me pleasantly surprised. This new jelly material is really growing on me.) It tickled on my clit, but the real pleasure came when I slid it inside. Its tapered shape makes doing just that easy, and when it's all the way in, the vibrating mechanism is sitting in all good places. I had to add another vibe to my clit to achieve orgasm, but it felt comfortable to squeeze the jelly part when I did it. The downsides are the on/off knob seems flaky and the shape of the Tower doesn't leave much to hold onto when it is inserted. It's way too convenient to pull on the cord, which everyone knows is death to electronics. In spite of these things, I recommend the Tower for its inexpensive comfort.

 

Shane's World Mini Stimulator

When they say mini, they mean mini. This vibrator is key chain sized. Definitely something to throw in your purse for an unexpected adventure. It's maybe 3 inches long, comes in two colors, and has a twist on/off switch that seems pretty sturdy. It's quiet and waterproof too. The package claims that it "may be used at parties, clubs or in the lab!" I'm not quite sure what that means, but it sure sounds impressive. I'll admit it does pack a surprising kick. Unfortunately, though, this one wasn't the right frequency to send me to happy land. I believe that, if you're the kind that gets off relatively easily, the Mini Stimulator will do the trick.

Cyber Flicker

The Cyber Flicker is cute. It's an egg-type vibrator wrapped in this soft Cyberskin stuff. The "flicker" is some of this skin formed into a tip at the end. It wiggles when the vibe is turned on, and it tickles when you tease your nipples or clit with it. The motor is strong and it's speed is controlled by a slide switch on the remote. The only problem with this toy is that the Cyberskin gets sticky. I had to keep powder on it and not let it touch any of my other stuff. Eventually the skin gave up. I have since peeled off the dead skin (eeeew!) and have cum several times with the naked egg. It's not very expensive, so despite it's early demise I felt I got my money's worth.

Flex-O-Pleaser Vibrating Wand

I love my Flex-O-Pleaser. It's another version of a bullet vibrator on a stick, which I think is a great idea because it puts the vibration right where you need it. It's a long thing, which on one hand, means you don't have to do a lot of reaching, but on the other, it takes up a lot of room in your toy box. The angle made it easy to reach my g-spot and rest on my clit. The sliding switch is in a good position for thumb control, and the range from low to high is better than most so you can find just the right speed. OK that was a very cold review of one of my favorites. I've gone through half a dozen of these over the years and who knows how many times it's made me cum. It's the kind of toy that brings a smile to my face every time.

Warming lubricants

There are all kinds of warming lubricants out there, and I have found none of them to be all that spectacular for me. I tried this stuff on my clit and my nipples, and ya it gets warm. I don't much care for the sensation though. It reminds me of rubbing Ben Gay on sore muscles. Also, if you have sensitive skin, use with caution.  The warming sensation can be too intense, and not much other than a shower is going to get it off. I heard of a guy who put a few drops inside his condom, and it burned so much that he had trouble maintaining his erection. So here's my recommendation, buy a sample bottle at first, and start out with a small amount on some not-so-delicate skin. That way, if you don't like it, your evening isn't tanked.

Waternberg Pin Wheel

I was introduced to this baby years ago by my partner.  I was tied up, and he was in charge.  I was a little worried but was quickly convinced that the Wheel is a good thing.  The sensations he wrung out of me blew my mind.  It's usually referred to as a neural wheel, and it resembles a spur on a stick.  Sleek, simple, and wonderful!  This is a toy for torture -- the good kind, of course.  It prickles and teases, and in the hands of a skilled user, it can make you squirm.  I love having it run all over my body, especially my breasts, back, inner thighs, and even my pussy.  The wheel should be reserved for those special occasions when there's lots of time for foreplay.  It isn't very expensive, and I suggest that any woman with an adventurous streak pick one up.

 

Mini Flexo Pleaser

I have a love/hate relationship with the Flexo.  I love it because it delivers good, solid orgasms every time.  The first setting is a nice warm up, and the second really brings it all together.  I have trouble with its design though.  On one hand, the bullet shaped vibe on a stick is a great idea.  It's flexible in the middle, so it goes in easy and is more gentle on my wrist, but it can't really be directed anywhere on purpose.  It's also tough to get any pressure on the clit unless you hold the bullet part, and then the battery part flops around.  All that flopping must weaken the seal where the bullet and the flexible part meet.  I've already bought two of these over the years, and the spring inside both of them eventually got rusty.  I do like it enough though that I will be buying a third.  I guess that's a good review all by itself.

Nipple Suckers

I picked these up on a whim 'cuz they were cheap.  Frankly, I thought they were going to be an addition to my "Dud" section.  They are very simple tubes of soft plastic that are sealed on one end.  Remember when you were a kid, and you'd stick a plastic cup over your mouth by sucking the air out?  Well, this works on that same idea.  You squeeze it, place it over your nipple, and let go.  It sticks, of course, providing a pleasant level of suction.  (No worries about getting a hickey needed.)  I even tried it on my clit - interesting.  There's a sensation you can't usually get if you're playing by yourself.  It certainly isn't a must-have item, but it's definitely a fun thing to play around with.   

Devinn Lane's Magnetic Massager

I'm not sure what the "magnetic" business in the title is all about.  This is a narrow vibe with a nice weight that fits comfortably in the hand.  The on/off is a twist in the middle.  I got the 6" version; I hear there's a 4" version out there too.  The vibration is good and strong, and I had high hopes for its performance.  I'm not sure why but I really wanted to like it.  Alas, no luck.  It just didn't push me over the edge.  I can't really figure out why either.  Maybe my body just isn't responding to the "magnetic flow and powerful massaging vibrations".  I think the metal ball under the cover is too small, which makes the vibration too focused for me.  Maybe it just needed a second, higher speed.  We shall see.  I'm not quite done with it.  I like the way it feels on my clit, and if I do get an orgasm from it, I'll let you know.

Thumper G

Well, there's no obvious reason why I shouldn't like this one, but I don't.  Right out of the package, it has a nice weight and solid construction, and the friendly colors are pleasant enough.  (I bought the Rose color instead of the Sapphire.)  It seems like it's the right shape, but it's not long enough to reach anything good on the inside.  The vibrator mechanism is not in the tip, which would be good for clit stimulation.  It's in the bend, which isn't very good for placement.  The "extreme power" wasn't strong enough for me to achieve orgasm.  Maybe all that hard plastic soaks up too much of it.  I also didn't notice any difference in the "thump" vibration compared to any others.   If you get off easily, though, it might be worth the $15.

Opulent Lacquer Cote Pearls

My first thought -- ooooo, pretty.  My second thought -- what do you do with these?  Now, I've heard of ben wah balls before and know the basic concept.  I was hoping for an instruction page or a tips and tricks sheet or something to accompany these little pearls, but no such luck. All you get is a plastic seashell and two little balls nestled in genuine faux velvet.  *Shrug*  So, I put them in and walked around a bit.  Nothing.  Maybe I wasn't doing it right.  I was too worried about them going too far and not being able to get them out.  Anyway . . . if anyone could shed some light on why these are a good idea, let me know.  I might consider trying again.