The trio of bondage & discipline, dominance & submission, and sadism & masochism may have a history of deviant depiction, but its rise to mainstream popularity in recent years has bred a lot of newfound curiosity. And though it stands on
An Intro to Power Play
From the most straight laced to kinkiest on the block, power plays just as big a role in each and everyone’s sexual dynamic. Of course there are different ways this exchange of power plays out in every relationship, but focusing
How Orgasm Denial Builds You Up to Better Orgasms
Orgasm denial can be an intensely cruel game, yet it can also be so excitingly erotic. It will take your orgasms to the next level—if you’re ever allowed to have one that is (I told you it was cruel). You
Popular Fetishes and the Origins Behind Them
Everyone has a fetish, whether they admit it or not. And though some are more ‘open’ in their explorations than others, the fact is there’s a place for everyone across the dynamic spectrum of kink. In a nutshell, “fetish” is
A Beginner’s Guide to Nipple Clamps
Although nipple clamps might seem pretty self-explanatory (nipples: meet clamps, etc.), to get the most pleasurable experience with them, you’ve gotta know your stuff. Here, Dr. Carol Queen, PhD; Carmel Jones, a sex and relationships expert; and Dr. Sadie Allison, Sexologist and
Spanking 101: What to Do Before, During and After
Even though Henry Kissinger was not referencing BDSM when he stated, “power is the ultimate aphrodisiac”, he was onto something. The exchange of power is a primary pillar of BDSM (Bondage & Discipline, Domination & Submission) and truth be told,
5 Kinky Moves for BDSM Beginners
Now that Bondage & Discipline, Domination & Submission, and Sadism & Masochism–otherwise known as BDSM–have hit peak popularity in mainstream media, strictly-vanilla couples are curious to see what all the fuss is about. Even Fifty Shades can make dipping into