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Grinders, Odyssey Toys, Reviews, Silicone

Review: Odyssey Toys Kraken Grinder

It’s been a few weeks now since my Top 10 Sex Toys of 2023 went live, and if you’ve had a chance to browse the winners yet, you’ll know that I placed a toy I gave an overly negative review to at Number 3 (what a twist!). That toy is the Uncover Creations Tentacle Grinder II, and even though it has plenty of issues, the fact is that it was one of the most memorable reviews I completed last year. Whilst functionally grinders are very simple, they offer a true blank canvas for toy makers, allowing them to go all in on immersive fantasy designs that resonate with users on a deeper level than just pleasure. And it was exactly this that led me to fall in love with the Tentacle Grinder II, from its detailed Lovecraftian design to its tapered tip for just the slightest amount of insertion. So, when I was recently contacted by another UK-based indie maker, who offers a toy that takes everything I loved about the Tentacle Grinder II and then amps it up another notch? Well, I was all in.

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January 21, 2024 by Grace

Advice

Top 10 Sex Toys of 2023

As 2023 draws to a close and we begin to think about the upcoming year, let us first take a moment to look back on what an exciting time it has been for sex toys! Because whilst I can’t exactly post a full Spotify Wrapped-esque recap of the last twelve months, I can share my Top 10 Sex Toys of 2023. Now, while there have been a few recurring themes this year, overall it has been a time of variety. And this has been no clearer than in the price ranges of the items I have tried. I’ve reviewed some of the cheapest sex toys I’ve ever had the pleasure of testing, and some of the most expensive, yet the results have been surprising. Better yet, both large and small businesses have come across my desk, and I’m glad to say there is a nice mix of the two on this list. But I’d hate to give anything else away and spoil the fun, so without further ado, sit back and get cosy, as I revisit 2023, look at what’s ahead in 2024, and share my favourite sex toys of the year with you all!

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December 30, 2023 by Grace

Sales

Best Black Friday Sex Toy Deals 2023

Black Friday has long been the shopping event of the year, but in 2023 online retailers are really taking it to another level. Not satisfied with just one day of sales (or weekend if you include Cyber Monday), Black Friday is practically now a month long event, much to the dismay of my email inbox (and wallet). Of course, as much as it seems like those early offers are the best things are going to get, we all know that nothing can compete with what’s waiting for us on the big day itself, and it all kicks off in just a few hours! As usual I’ve taken the time to compile a list of the very best deals on sex toys and other pleasure products from across the web, so you can make the most of the savings and treat yourself to something special, or even kickstart your holiday shopping. From vibrators to butt plugs, I’ve got you covered with all the information you need to know. So, take a deep breath, get comfy and let’s dive into the Best Black Friday Sex Toy Deals for 2023.

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November 23, 2023 by Grace

AC Rechargeable, Plug In, Reviews, Silicone, Thruster, Velvet Brands, Velvet Thruster

Review: Velvet Thruster Prime

2023 is the year of the thruster. I, perhaps prematurely, called it back in June after reviewing just three, yet since then I’ve gone on to double that number, turning a style of product I rarely review into one of my most talked about toys of the year. So today’s post feels almost like a culmination of this trend, because at long last I’m bringing you my review of the Velvet Thruster Prime. One of my most requested sex toys this year, I first started teasing this collaboration with Velvet Brands back in May, and figured I couldn’t let the year end without finally sharing my thoughts on one of the most elaborate thrusters, if not sex toys in general, that I’ve ever received. Because I’m not just reviewing one version of the modular Prime today, but all six of its insertable heads, as well as two of the optional accessories.

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November 16, 2023 by Grace

Clitoral Stimulator, Reviews, Silicone, Sohimi, USB Rechargeable

Review: Sohimi Deep Sucker

I know I’m a little late to the party, but a few weeks ago I finally bought my first makeup sponge. I’m already obsessed, and whilst I’m no beauty influencer, I’d highly recommend getting one if you use liquid foundation. So, when Sohimi reached out recently about trying some more of their toys, it felt a bit like fate when I saw a clitoral stimulator cleverly disguised as a beauty blender in their store. They sent the Deep Sucker out to me right away, and whilst the shape is great, I do think the size, which is more than double a typical makeup sponge, offers a clear hint that this item isn’t what it seems. Regardless, with a standing design that places the suction nozzle at its base, this is still a promising sex toy for anyone who needs to maintain their privacy.

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November 10, 2023 by Grace

Dildos, Midnight Menagerie, Reviews, Silicone

Review: Midnight Menagerie Teufl

It’s been well over a year now since I last reviewed for an Australian independent maker, and oh how things have changed in that time! It feels like just yesterday I was introducing Darque Path and Faux Phallus at the blog, two of the very first local stores to pop up, and now all my dreams have finally come true, with a thriving community of small businesses being located right here down under. One of these such brands is Midnight Menagerie, a Queensland-based shop very much after my own heart. With a range of fantasy designs available in a range of beautiful colours, they also offer TTRPG dice for games such as Dungeons & Dragons, which I’m more than a little partial to. But the thing that most excites me is the variety of size options they offer their toys in, and so when they recently suggested sending me their latest design, the Teufl, I knew it would suit me perfectly.

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October 31, 2023 by Grace