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Welcome to the 25th Silver Anniversary Synergy issue!

We’ve covered the big mid-year North American ANME B2B trade show and a snippet of the many events provided by manufacturers around the same period.

Lovehoney Global PR Executive Phoebe Frost show us how to recreate some of the sexiest Fifty Shades of Grey scenes and how you can build your very own Red Room.

With urethral sounding gaining ever increasing popularity, Synergy asked Josh Ortiz, Road Warrior Sales Representative from XR Brands, to provide a comprehensive overview of this expanding field.

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And finally Marc Dorcel actress Cléa Gaultier, gives us an insight into her experiences performing adult movies and her background.

Synergy is an adult retail industry trade only publication for adults 18 years an over. If you would like a copy or require more for your staff, please email us your details.

Synergy is published five times yearly and is posted free of charge to all qualifying adult retail industry participants in Australia, New Zealand and greater Asia.

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CONTENTS Trade News....4 Movers and Shakers....28 NEW....30

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trade news Kama Sutra Founder Joe Bolstad Passes passionate but simple purposeto help people create joyful experiences of intimacy in their lives. Through the giving and receiving of love, physically and emotionally healthier human beings emerge, and the world reaps the rewards.

The company’s very first product, Kama Sutra's Oil of Love®, had a giant ripple effect, revolutionizing the adult industry. Still as sought after now as it was when it debuted, Oil of Love® was the catalyst for the romance category itself.

Joseph C. Bolstad, the founder of one of the oldest and most iconic brands in the adult industry, has passed away at 84 years.

Bolstad and his business partner, the late Hal Hauser, started Kama Sutra in 1969. The company has been a pillar in the industry for over half a century now, celebrating their 50th Anniversary last month.

“Well, one day in 1969, I think it was, Hal and I were invited to a big party in the Hollywood hills on a Saturday night. What a party it was. Full of beautiful models, starlets, guys, girls- it was something; and of course, it was the 1960’s so there was a pungent odor in the air.

It all started with Bolstad’s vision. In the politically turbulent 1960’s, he saw that in order to make the world a better place, he needed to find a way to bring people together. He founded Kama Sutra with a

As the night wore on, people were raiding the kitchen cupboards for Wesson oil, olive oil or anything else that was slippery. Why – you might ask? Your guess is as good as mine.

ENVY Menswear Expands with LonBrook for AUS Distribution

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In an interview for the company’s 45th anniversary in 2014, Bolstad elaborated on how he came up with the idea for the product;

Leading adult novelty and apparel manufacturer Xgen Products has teamed up with Australian distributor LonBrook to grow the presence of ENVY Menswear, the popular and sexy men’s underwear brand.

“Together with LonBrook, we are working toward increasing Envy’s visibility and demand down under,” said Andy Green, president of Xgen Products. “Michael Bassett, the owner and managing director of LonBrook, has a smart approach to marketing and creating brand recognition which makes him a good steward for the line. I’m looking forward to a long relationship.”

The next morning- late in the morning I must say- Hal and I met for coffee to review the night and get the day startedand came up with an idea for a product we called ‘Love Oil’ based on last night’s experiences.

I immediately grasped the marketing and sociological significance of such an idea.

We talked over the idea for a few hoursand ended up shaking hands as partners in the new venture of developing and marketing Love Oil (Oil of Love). We were out to save the world. You must remember that this was the late 1960’s and the Vietnam War was going on, there was intense unrest in the streets of America.”

Over the past 50 years, Bolstad saw the importance in the ability for his brand to evolve with the ever-changing demands of the consumer, while at the same time staying true to his original vision. Today, Kama Sutra boasts a collection of over 100 SKU’s, each product designed to embody Bolstad’s mission to bring people together.

Before founding Kama Sutra, Bolstad worked as an advertising director in Los Angeles, California. He grew up in Minnesota. After attending The University of Minnesota and a two-year service in the military, he made his way to the West Coast. There, Bolstad attended Art Center College of Design.

LonBrook is now offering all of Envy’s top styles, in addition to planograms for visual displays, and point of purchase materials.

Envy’s marketing and merchandising collateral have been designed specifically to support retailers to move product and are included in the wholesale packages.

Consisting of more than 70 style and color combinations, ENVY offers something for every man. Whether it's the everyday comfort of a microfiber boxer or the convenience of a dancer's magnetic breakaway closure, ENVY is the obvious choice for today’s body-confident men. www.xgenb2b.com www.lonbrook.com

“Art and design had always been hobbies for me, and I was hoping that I could find a career in advertising. I decided to put my head down, work like a dog night and dayand eventually, I became a fairly talented art director and designer in the Los Angeles area.”

Even today, Bolstad’s passion for art and design was obvious. He remained active in the company right up until the day prior to his passing. In the past decade, Kama Sutra became a family business with Bolstad’s wife, Marla Lee, as Company President, and his sons Nicholas and Patrick in Sales and Marketing.

In his personal life, Bolstad was a talented golfer and playwright. He always loved football and mentored many youths on the local high school football team in his spare time. Bolstad was often described as unforgettable and one-of-a-kind. He was known for his sense of humor and made a lasting impact on everyone he met. Bolstad was an extremely generous, giving person who was always willing to help others, especially those who were less fortunate than he.

Bolstad will be dearly missed by his family, friends and employees.

Kama Sutra will honor their beloved founder’s legacy and continue Making love Better® in a world that desperately needs it. www.kamasutra.com

Lovehoney Names Sarah Warby as CEO Leading sexual wellbeing brand and online retailer Lovehoney today announces the appointment of exSainsbury’s and Heineken Marketing Director Sarah Warby as CEO. Lovehoney, which was founded by journalist Richard Longhurst and DJ Neal Slateford in 2002, has grown revenues to more than £100m and has been credited with normalising the use of sex toys. Warby will lead Lovehoney on its next phase of growth following the acquisition of a majority stake by Telemos Capital in 2018.

Warby comments “Lovehoney is a company with an enviable brand reputation both in the industry and with its customers. I’m excited to be part of the next chapter of this amazing growth story and believe we can fulfill Lovehoney’s ambitions for global category leadership. I’m looking forward to joining and getting to know the

many talented people that have helped Lovehoney achieve its impressive growth so far.”

Longhurst and Slateford will step down from the day-to-day running of the business but will remain as directors on the Lovehoney board alongside Philippe Jacobs and Jacob Polny from Telemos Capital.

Longhurst and Slateford comment: “When we started Lovehoney 17 years ago, we never imagined it would grow to be a £100m turnover business and help so many people around the world have more fun in the bedroom. We’re thrilled that Sarah is joining Lovehoney to take the business to the next level. Having someone with her quality and breadth of experience is a real asset to our company and we look forward to watching Lovehoney develop further under her leadership.” www.lovehoneytrade.com

Celebrates 20 Years XR Brands celebrated their 20th year anniversary with a fitting celebration at Castaway restaurant, situated atop a mountainside in Burbank overlooking Los Angeles.

The event was a huge success with the packed outdoor terrace full of XR customers enjoying the chic hospitality, amazing food, open bar and warm evening air with a nighttime view of the big city lights.

Founder Ari Suss and team thanked customers for their support over the years which has contributed to their ongoing success and continued product expansion.

Invitees danced and were also entertained with magicians, tarot card reading and BDSM-themed caricature drawing.

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trade news Presents Newly Renovated Office Screaming O hosted an open house party at the company’s newly renovated offices in Torrance, California.

The event welcomed customers and industry friends to a catered BBQ, with food and refreshments provided in a festive atmosphere. This is the first time the public has seen the Screaming O

offices and production studios since they started renovations near the end of 2018.

According to the company, the improvements became necessary due to the growth of Screaming O in the last several years, and they were happy to be able to show off the new space to their colleagues.

“We couldn’t think of a better time to share this new chapter in Screaming O’s evolution than with our peers at the end of an exciting ANME week,” Screaming O Executive Conde Aumann said. “We hope that seeing the beautiful new offices reconfirms for our partners that Screaming O is committed to quality in every aspect of our business.”

Exceeds Conducts Voluntary Materials Testing Screaming O, an award-winning provider of adult novelties and pleasure products, announced that the company has completed its latest round of materials testing in compliance with the Consumer Public Safety Improvement Act. “All materials have once again passed with flying colors,” said a Screaming O representative of the voluntary independent lab testing that identifies and detects their quality toys’ chemical makeup - assuring customers that there are no hazardous or toxic components to compromise customer safety.

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The Independent Materials Verification and Testing Initiative, which the company conducts twice-yearly alongside new product launches, is a deliberate action to ‘self-regulate’ products that are not currently measured by law in order to maintain customer/client transparency about the safety of Screaming O’s products.

“In 2015, we partnered with SGS | Polymer Solutions, and independent FDA accredited lab, to develop a testing panel that closely mimics that of the Consumer Product Safety and Information Act,” added the company rep. “All of our new products go

through this testing process to ensure there are no harmful substances found in the materials we use.”

Each of Screaming O’s novelties are meticulously tested to verify the products’ claims that no hazardous elements or toxic substances are present in order for consumers to enjoy them without worry, fulfilling its promise to provide bodypositive, sex-enhancing products that are safe to use without worry. www.screamingo.com

Satisfyer Pro 2.0 New Zealand’s favourite toy The Satisfyer Pro 2.0 has flown off the shelves at stores around New Zealand and online retailers have had to set up stand-alone pre-order pages to keep up with demand. A Satisfyer Pro party in Wellington sold out in two hours.

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That’s proven with the success of the Satisfyer. The whole range has been popular because we’ve been ensuring samples are sent out and we’ve worked to create a buzz,” Craig says.

Wholesale Solutions owner and buyer Craig Relph said he knew the Satisfyer range would be popular, but couldn’t have predicted just how popular it is.

Owner of Invercargill store Coco Bella in the South Island Tracey Stenhouse says her partnership with Wholesale Solutions has been invaluable. She says the Satisfyer range has been astonishingly popular with customers.

“It’s caught all our retailers in New Zealand off-guard. As far as toys go, it’s by far our most sold product for this quarter. New Zealanders, love it,” Craig says.

Wholesale Solutions has benefited from being the sole Satisfyer distributor in New Zealand and has worked hard to promote the product and keep up with demand.

“When we take on a product it’s a partnership. We believe in results so we

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“The whole range is selling just so well for me. People are coming in asking for it by name.”

Head of Customer Satisfaction at Adulttoymegastore Sophie McGrath says the toy has been selling so well she’s been working late every night for the past month.

Pipedream’s LA Summer Bash Party Hundreds of the company’s top customers boarded the FantaSea One Yacht in Marina del Rey for plenty of fun, food and fresh air! The cool temps and open-air deck truly gave customers a break from the summer heat back in Burbank.

Pipedream’s Senior Leadership Team greeted all attendees and handed out “casino cash” for the evening’s festivities.

The FantaSea One’s 4-levels offered the chance to drink, dine and dance. In addition, one full level was transformed into a casino with craps tables, blackjack and roulette.

Among the visitors aboard were Ultimate Fantasy Dolls Kitty and Carmen. Both girls were decked out in their sexy sailor outfits and were ready for photo ops with customers.

Adding to the fun, Pipedream’s Cruisin’ into Cash casino contest gave the player with the most casino cash at the end of the night a staggering discount of 20% off invoice on one order.

Second and third place prizes were no small sums with winners receiving discounts of 15% and 10% off invoice respectively.

“I couldn’t think of a more perfect venue or event for our customers to get away and celebrate with Pipedream,” said Matthew Matsudaira, Pipedream’s Chief Executive Officer. “I want our customers to know how important they are to us and to thank them for supporting us as we head into Q3. Many customers asked me how Pipedream was going to top this year’s party. I told them—just wait—we have a year to plan!” www.pipedreamproducts.com 7

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reports record-breaking sales With incredibly successful Sales Weeks in both the Netherlands and the USA, the company is growing from strength to strength.

The company has outdone itself once again this year with some spectacular events. The ‘VIP Gala’ evening at Varenhof, and the ‘SHOTS Party’, organised against the backdrop of the world-famous 4-Day Marches in Nijmegen. Add to that, exclusive performances by well-known artists and a five-star catering company, you have the ingredients for two phenomenal parties.

SHOTS is also very happy to announce that a substantial sum of money was raised during these events for their charities, and wants to thank all the generous contributors!

To achieve a successful ‘Sales Week’, all year round the Shots Teams on either side of the pond have to work their fingers to the bone! Spotting all the new trends within the relevant markets has resulted in the creation of new brands with original products, that will certainly add value to the expanding SHOTS range. Also, as a result of this, some existing brands have been further developed and improved.

One of the new and promising highquality brands, which has already made a name for itself in the SHOTS catalogue, is DISCRETION. One of the most discreet toys in the world, due to the ingenious way of charging, this too promises to be another surefire hit for SHOTS !!

The toy’s case actually doubles up as a docking station so that it can be discreetly charged without any unwanted attention.

In addition to this new method of charging, the DISCRETION toys are made of highquality, medical-grade silicone and are equipped with ultra-strong, whisper-quiet motors. As an added bonus free displays, testers and infographics are included in the purchase of these products.

After the successful introduction of the SHOTS Real-Life Dolls, three new models were introduced during the Sales Weeks.

Justin, Sam and Katja joined this exciting

doll collection with a promise of more to come. The Sam model in particular has drawn much attention as it is a genderneutral doll, which leaves the choice of gender to the client.

The successful ELECTROSHOCK brand has also been expanding its line-up with new items. The immediate best-sellers were the ELECTROSHOCK HANDCUFFS, the first cuffs of this kind on the market. The handcuffs come with an easy to use remote control which allows them to be operated from a distance. Made from PU leather, the handcuffs can be adjusted to 7 different sizes so they will fit most people.

After the resounding success of the first IRRESISTIBLE collection, a fifth toy has been added to the line-up. As the IRRESISTIBLE brand is currently the best-selling line from SHOTS, this new toy called DESIRABLE will definitely be a valued addition.

The exciting OUCH! brand has also been expanded considerably. OUCH! KITS and OUCH! PAIN have been added to the lineup. OUCH! Is focussing on the soft fetish bondage market and different items from various lines are interchangeable. Out of this, the OUCH! KITS line was established, combining various OUCH! products into different sets with high-quality items at the best possible price. A selection of exceptional artwork is now available for these kits.

OUCH! PAIN on the other hand, is specially designed for the experienced BDSM aficionado.

The line has been created in collaboration with experienced users and people who have an affinity with this sector, all resulting in high-quality gear at affordable prices!

The PUMPED brand has now conquered its own place on the market and PUMPED

by SHOTS is here to stay! The extensive range has created products for every man from simple to high-tech. During the Sales Weeks PUMPED surprised everyone by introducing Female Pumps to the range!

The female variety is available in friendly colours Rose gold and pink. A selection of impressive artwork is now also available for this beautiful new range.

The REALROCK brand has been expanding again. The first new line is called REALROCK ULTRA, made with avantgarde, dual-density silicone material. This means that SHOTS can now supply their customers with these high-tech dildos at PVC prices!

The second new introduction was REALROCK SKIN. The dildos from this line are made of high-quality TPE. As an extra Point Of Sale, every dildo comes with a free strap-on harness.

Aside from all these fantastic brands and products, many other existing brands expanded their assortment, for example, GC, SHOTS TOYS, SONO and MANCAGE. These incredible achievements have taken a mammoth amount of hard work over the last year and the entire SHOTS team has surpassed itself. www.shots.nl

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Nancy COSIMINI Blush Novelties pleased to announce the addition of Nancy Cosimini as Sales Manager to its rapidly expanding team.

With over two decades of sales experience in the adult space, Cosimini brings her impressive network and industry knowledge to the modern pleasure products manufacturer.

says Cosimini. “I have watched the conversation of sex, and more importantly, enjoying better sex, come out of the closet. People are finally more comfortable promoting and enjoying healthy, fun, and safe sex lives. Knowing how important this is has been my motivation. And I believe we have only just begun.”

“I’m thrilled to join Blush,” says Cosimini. “I absolutely love the Blush product collections.

Owners Verna Meng and Eric Lee are amazing mentors. I adore working with our Marketing Director Ducky DooLittle. I have watched this company grow through the years and have been a huge fan. So, when this Blush opportunity came up, it was clear this is exactly where I wanted to be. With me, it is all about the product line. I actually get goosebumps talking about Blush’s product at shows!

When you’re passionate about something, it stops being a job; you are just doing something you love.”

The Boston, Massachusetts resident now brings her extensive experience in direct sales and her strategies for sales staff training, combined with her history of established, impeccable relationships with retailers and customers, to the award-winning Blush team.

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“Nancy is a joy to work with,” Says Blush Marketing Director and Resident Sex Educator Ducky DooLittle. “Her earnest commitment to product knowledge and sex education mixed with her high energy makes here a very thoughtful powerhouse. I understand why distributors and retailers lean in when reaches out. She’s more than sales, she’s a great listener with a store’s best interest at heart.” www.blushnovelties.com

Charlette LOPEZ NS Novelties welcomes Charlette Lopez to its sales team. Lopez joins the awardwinning manufacturer as it successfully expands its brand globally and garners acclaim for its innovative designs.

“I am so excited to be joining NS Novelties," Charlette Lopez said.

“Its brand and values are something that I truly believe in, making NS Novelties the perfect brand for me. I am proud of the quality and standard of the product NSN offers and look forward to representing NS Novelties all around the world."

Lopez brings with her more than six years of sales and merchandising experience, including a stint with Cloud 9 Novelties and a brick and mortar

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"It is exciting to welcome Charlotte to the NS Novelties family,” said NS Novelties President Lavi Yedid. “Her outlook and commitment are the attributes we cherish at NSN. Our growth has necessitated the expansion of our sales department and we believe that Charlotte is the perfect candidate to continue to promote our values and vision to our clients." www.nsnovelties.com

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Do it Yourself

Lovehoney Global PR Executive Phoebe Frost informs how to recreate some of the sexiest Fifty Shades of Grey scenes and how you can build your very own Red Room.

Ever fantasized about frolicking in your very own Red Room, or being at the mercy of a master of tease like Christian Grey? We’ve picked our five favourite scenes from the third book in E L James’ steamy series, to inspire you to try a little Ana and Christianinspired role play.

Handcuffs!

We've never used handcuffs.

Handcuffs, p38 Somewhat surprisingly for a man whose toybox is groaning with the weight of all manner of restraint options, Christian has never used handcuffs with Ana. With a blindfold and not one, but two pairs of cuffs, he treats his willing captive to a game of tease and control.

Restraint can be unbelievably sexy, but add a blindfold into the mix and you instantly send 36

arousal through the roof – not only does it enhance your lover’s senses and increase anticipation, it also means they have no idea which part of their body will be touched or kissed next.

Remember to agree boundaries and settle on a safe word before you begin (Ana picked ‘popsicle’, so anything goes).

I want him. Now. That car chase was exciting. Too exciting. Terrifying... and the fear has jump-started my libido.

Post car chase sex, p105 Now, we’re not suggesting you take part in a deathdefying car chase just so you can enjoy adrenalinefuelled sex or

have sex in a car park – hankypanky in public could land you into a whole heap of trouble.

If the thrill of getting caught in the act excites you, you could try foreplay in front of a window with the curtains open or engaging in a little Fifty Shades role play while your car is parked safely out of sight in your driveway or garage.

I'm awash with sensation, tingling everywhere, synapses firing as dark, dark need pools at the base of my belly.

Orgasm denial, p237 In this scene, Christian blindfolds and restrains Ana, then uses a massage wand to tease her to the point of orgasm, torturing

her with its intense vibrations and stopping at the brink of climax each time.

Orgasm denial is a type of play associated with bondage, used to create heightened arousal in the submissive partner. Take a tip from Christian and add the Awash With Sensation Wand Vibrator to your box of tricks, so you can choose whether to subject your sub to low rumbly strokes or thigh-shaking vibrations. Adding restraint to your game of tease increases the feeling of erotic surrender in the sub, so add some silky Want To Play? Rope to your toybox and indulge in some seriously sexy ensnarement.

I try to assimilate all the sensations: the delicious fullness, the tantalizing feeling that I am doing something forbidden, the erotic pleasure that spirals outward from deep within me.

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- Now, Anastasia, I want you to touch yourself.

Holy cow.

-Start at your throat and work down.

Putting on a show, p379 Using a bathroom robe cord to tie her legs, Christian encourages Ana to touch herself while he looks on.

Masturbating for a partner can be a huge turn on for both parties. The sight of someone touching themselves is a visual treat for the person watching, and it allows the person putting on a show to explore exhibitionism and invite their partner to see them at their most vulnerable and exposed.

It also reveals someone’s solo technique, which can help the person watching to hone their foreplay skills and become an expert at pleasuring their lover.

You could incorporate a toy into the performance, too, like the Desire Blooms Rechargeable Clitoral Vibrator, to take your arousal to soaring heights.

Christian uses a metal butt plug while he and Ana have sex in the Red Room, introducing her to the delights of double penetration.

Unless you’ve been busy furnishing your very own Red Room ever since reading the books, you might have to make do with recreating this scene in the bedroom. A butt plug, especially a slightly heavier metal one like the Beyond Erotic Butt Plug, puts pressure on the rear vaginal wall, creating a feeling of pleasurable fullness for the wearer during sex and intensifying orgasmic contractions. Experience a deeper level of intimacy with a vibrating version like the Feel So Alive Vibrating Pleasure Plug, which, when worn during sex, treats both partners to a suite of dizzying speeds and patterns.

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planning to use a blindfold in your play, so light a scented candle or warm up by rubbing a little scented massage oil into each other’s skin.

Set the scene First, create a sensual, inviting atmosphere.

Get rid of anything that might distract you from pleasure – that overflowing laundry basket or pile of bills will really kill the mood. Think soft, ambient lighting – overhead light can be unforgiving and off putting, so flick the dimmer switch or use a few carefully placed lamps or candles.

The first thing Ana notices when she steps into the Red Room is the smell of leather, wood and citrus. Aromas can be incredibly arousing, especially if you’re 38

Christian’s leather and mahogany-furnished playroom boasts a rather impressive, bigger-than-king size bed, but as it’s not for sleeping there’s no bedding, just a mattress covered in red leather. We suspect red leather mattresses are hard to come by, so we’d suggest just removing the duvet and pillows.

You could always invest in some vinyl bedsheets.

Sweet sensation Sensory play and restraint feature heavily in Christian’s Red Room repertoire, so the first thing we’d suggest you invest in is an effective, comfortable blindfold to plunge the wearer into total darkness. Slipping something specifically for sex over your eyes, like the Fifty Shades of Grey No Peeking Soft Blindfolds or the plush, padded leather blindfold from the Fifty Shades Freed Cherished Collection, is incredibly erotic and perfect for authentic Christian and Ana play. Not only does it enhance your lover’s senses and increase anticipation, it also means they have no idea which part of their body will be touched or kissed next.

Keep still Being at the mercy of your lover's wildest whims can be an intensely erotic experience, so add some wrist and ankle cuffs to your play

and recreate some of the most heart-poundingly erotic scenes from the books. Made from plush padded leather in a rich plum hue with rose gold buckles, the Fifty Shades Freed Cherished cuffs promise sensually soft but reassuringly firm restraint for seriously sexy restriction.

Rope is another option for restraint, but make sure you choose a silky type for sensual winding and binding, especially if you want to experiment with lots of different kinds of restraint. The Want to Play?

Rope from the Fifty Shades Freed collection is perfect. It’s crucial that you play safely, as rope can be dangerous when handled by an inexperienced user – read Lovehoney’s tips on safe rope play before you begin.

And before you engage in any bondage, remember to agree boundaries and settle on a safe word (Ana picked ‘popsicle’, so anything goes).

So, you’ve devoured the books, watched the movies, and you’re eager to indulge in a little Fifty Shades of Grey roleplay. Of course, our favourite scenes

from the books are the ones which unfold in the infamous Red Room of Pain, Christian’s luxuriously furnished, leather and mahogany-clad playroom.

We’re not suggesting you soundproof your spare room or turn your home office into a den of iniquity just yet – for starters you probably don’t have

Now that your sub is safely (and comfortably) restrained, you can elevate your restraint play to dizzying heights with teasing strokes from the Fifty Shades Freed Cherished suede flogger or take things further with the paddle from the same collection.

Start with a few gentle slaps, choosing from the soft suede side or sleek leather for sharper sensations. If you really want to bring the pain, try the Cherished Riding Crop.

vibrating butt plug, all of which you can buy from Lovehoney.

The Fifty Shades Freed Awash With Sensation Wand Vibrator offers powerful stimulation for full-body thrills. Use it during foreplay, subjecting your sub to low rumbly strokes or thighshaking vibrations.

sensations by cooling or heating a temperature-responsive toy, like the Fifty Shades Darker Deliciously Deep Steel G-Spot Wand. A quick dip in a bowl of warm or ice cool water before you use it can introduce nerve-tingling pleasure to your

Pleasure overload While his whips and crops are proudly displayed around the Red Room, Christian’s polished mahogany drawers are groaning under the weight of all manner of playthings, from a massage wand to a

Ana also gets her first taste of nipple clamps in Darker. Add delightful pinch and pressure to your play with the Fifty Shades Freed All Sensation Nipple and Clitoral Chain and discover heightened sensitivity and the sweet place between pleasure and pain.

Temperature play can be intensely erotic (cast your memory back to the ice cream scene in Darker).

If you don’t want to get ice cream on your sheets, play with the

Mr Grey’s magical money tree, but with a few toys, tweaks and accessories you can enjoy Red Room-inspired revelry, too.

play. Just remember to test the temperature against your arm to avoid any accidents!

So, there you have it – your very own Red Room, without the bottomless budget of a billionaire.

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Josh Ortiz

First things first, let’s get the catheter worries out of the way.

There are a few reasons that proper sounding tools and techniques are far less uncomfortable, physically and psychologically, than catheters.

The tools. Catheter tubes are designed for one purpose – to drain the urine from your bladder into a vessel outside of your body. The way that is achieved is through a series of polished holes on the sides of the tube near the tip.

I don’t care how polished and smooth those holes are –

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With urethral sounding gaining ever increasing popularity, Synergy asked Josh Ortiz, Road Warrior Sales Representative from XR Brands to give us the rub.

who’s had a catheter gets it. So why would anyone do that for pleasure? Can it even feel good? Does it hurt? What can I expect from it?

The thought of shoving a rod down your pee hole may send shivers down your timber, and that’s totally valid. I get it. Anyone

Grab some chardonnay and settle in, friends.

We’re about to dive dick first into the world of urethral sounding.

when they are sliding through a snug body canal, they are going to drag and scrape. Drag + scrape = discomfort.

Sphincters. I expect you to read that loudly in your mental reading voice. We have multiple sphincters in our lower half, but the snuggest of these live in our bladder – and there are two.

The purpose of these are to keep our pee where it belongs, until it’s time to actually go to the restroom – hence why we don’t dribble down our legs all day. A catheter has to breach not one, but two super snug ‘exit only’ doors to make its way into the bladder. Sounding rods do not enter the bladder – so

no barging through those two exits.

Mindset. It’s never a great day when we have to have a catheter inserted. Most often, we are anxious and there is a stranger holding our penis in their hands like an unbaked tube of bread dough. All of those feelings translate into one uncontrollable body response - tighten all things. That includes your core, and the muscles that stem from your core – a.k.a., the penis. When we participate in sounding, we are in a far more relaxed head space.

Light a candle, tell Alexa to play slow jams and

go at your own pace. There’s no rush, no strangers, nothing to stand in the way of relaxing and enjoying the thrill of new sensations.

Now that we’ve gotten that out of the way we can focus on the fun stuff. There is a lot of amazing ways our bodies can experience pleasure. The biggest roadblocks to finding those ways are the stigmas and shame we allow to cloud our vision of ‘appropriate’ sexuality. Throw that stuffy thinking in the fire, and embrace that pee hole, bro!

Why sounding?

The sensation of fullness.

If a vagina owner wants to experience the sensation of fullness, they can take an item of girth vaginally. If a penis owner wants to experience that same

sensation – while maintaining the integrity of their anus – there aren’t really many other options. Entering the urethra, for a penis owner, provides that anterior (front) sensation of

fullness. Not the: I-have-to-stopto-poop-feeling. The: I-don’twant-to-stop-even-though-I’vegot-to-pee-feeling.

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The Moon Walk!

Your prostate is like the moon – you can only ever see or touch it from one side (dat ass). By incorporating a full shaft sounding rod like the MasterSeries Invasion Silicone Urethral Training Set (AE720), or the Hegar Metal Sound series (AE621), you’re able to stimulate the prostate gland from the anterior side, rather than the posterior. What does that even mean? It means your prostate and penis will be like Princess Jasmine on that magic carpet ride – experiencing a whole new world.

The skin that comprises the penile urethra is wildly similar to the skin that comprises the inside of the vagina. That’s a super fancy way of saying it feels amazing because there are nerves running up and down the shaft that respond positively to penetration like the vaginal nerves can.

Urethral plugs like the Dark Rods 3 Piece Silicone Plug Set (AE840) are designed for the wearer to be able to pee and cum with them in place. Let’s get into Dad Mode for a minute, shall we?

Do you know when you’re in the backyard doing dad things with a garden hose, and you pinch it to make the spray that’s coming out even stronger? It’s that. By essentially narrowing the exit space with a urethral plug, coupled with the intensity of urethral driven orgasms, ejaculate will spray like a t-shirt cannon at a sporting event.

Every new and exciting way to play is just that – new and exciting. Our goal is to give you the knowledge behind that excitement so you can actually enjoy the ways your body works.

Let’s get into the logistics: There are 2 primary sounding materials: stainless steel and medical grade silicone.

Stainless Steel is weighty, obviously. That means it is going to slide down the shaft far easier (and more quickly) than its silicone counterparts.

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If you’re wearing a urethral plug like the Libertine (AC457) or an insertable chastity sound like the Asylum Locking Chastity Cage (AD147) for longer than just a masturbation session, metal is going to be more comfortable upon removal.

If you choose to sound with a full length metal rod,

my advice is to lubricate and insert the tip of the rod into your flaccid penis, and begin to masturbate and get hard around it. Metal has absolutely no give, and it’s a safe bet that your penis isn’t perfectly level. It’s easier and safer to build an erection around a straight rod than shove a straight rod into a curved erection.

Silicone is smooth and very flexible. It has a lot of give, but has to be fed into the urethra manually.

Lubricant may dry up more quickly on silicone, so the chance you’d need to re-lube is high.

This is especially true if you’re engaging in edge play. It’s not a deal breaker at all – just remember to have a good lube on hand.

Since it has so much flexibility, silicone can be more comfortable for long term wear. It’s also great to wear in areas with metal detectors, like the courthouse or airport, without setting off the alarms.

Sound Length The length of a sounding rod can be intimidating but remember that you’re not trying to turn your phallus into a fiddle. Listen to your body. If 1” into the tip feels amazing, then let it feel amazing! If you want to explore deeper and realize 3” into the shaft feels even better – but anything more than that is

uncomfortable – then pull out a little and stick to where it feels the best. If you want to experience the prostatic sensations, you’ll have to go deeper into the shaft – but that doesn’t mean there’s some sort of race to the finish line. Take it slow. Do what feels good and stop when it doesn’t.

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Grace your penis with lubricant!

Lube is the best friend of any snug orifice that something is trying to penetrate. Our urethra is no different. The type of lube depends on you, but here’s my two cents:

Water based: Super easy to pee out when playtime is over but the need to reapply can be strong, especially if you’re edging. One I haven’t needed to reapply often is Passion Natural lube with Aloe Vera (AG178)

Silicone: Great on the slip and the slide, but not water soluble, so that means it’s much harder to pee out when you’re finished.

Hybrid: Like the last bed Goldilocks tried – the best of both worlds. Hybrid tends to have the super slippery qualities

and the longevity of a silicone lube, but it has the ease of peeing out like water based.

There is much debate on using a sterile lubricant vs. a ‘regular’ lube. If germs are a thing about which you concern yourself, your safest bet is lubricant in sealed foil packet form. Rip, dip the rod, insert, discard.

Hollow vs. Solid Rods

Hollow rods are meant to be worn during orgasm and ejaculation. They accommodate the exit of any fluids from the penis immediately upon release.

Solid rods, if you orgasm with them still in place, are a little different.

don’t want a kidney infection or UTI. So pop a squat and pee with purpose.

When trying any new method of play, it's important to remember to listen to your body. Go with what feels good, communicate about what doesn’t, set and

Your semen will backflow into your bladder. Not as horrific as it sounds, but it’s really important to pee immediately after you orgasm. I suggest sitting down to pee so you’re able to completely empty your bladder.

Pee, pee, and pee some more.

Then urinate for good measure.

Regardless of the material, lubricant, or type of sound – it’s imperative to pee as soon as you’re finished. Any bacteria that are introduced to the urethra can travel to your bladder, which makes its way up to the ureters, and catches a train to the kidneys. Long story short – you

stay within your boundaries of comfort, and as always – keep it kinky.

Disclaimer: This is how players use it but we advise you to consult your medical professional before you insert toys into your body. Done improperly, these activities could cause bodily injury.

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The premier trade event for adult pleasure products, the Adult Novelty Manufacturers Expo (ANME) took place again at the Marriott Burbank in July 2019.

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With hundreds of North American based manufacturers, the trade show has become so successful that an additional external pavilion has been added to cater for the extra exhibitor booths required. Buyers and Retailers from around the globe attended to view the latest and greatest current, new release and trending adult product.

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Adult star

Adult Performer @CleaGaultie

@cleagaultier_official

www.cleagaultier-official.com

How I got into acting I started performing 3 years ago.

My boyfriend at the time and I were curious to know what it would be like to sexually engage with other hot girls. We sent pictures to DORCEL and HervĂŠ Bodilis wanted to meet me one week after. I shot my first scene one month after, everything went very fast for me.

My first scene was My first scene was a boy girl vaginal scene with my ex-boyfriend, in an amazing apartment. The movie's name is luxure "I offer my wife to others".

The scene was good, but I was too shy. I was nervous because I was used to do being a model for still pictures but I'd never done movies before. The positions were difficult for me, I realized that porn is a real job and we need to be in a good shape to do it!

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How has my performance changed over time My acting and performance changed step by step because I felt more and more comfortable in front of the camera, and I gained experience as I worked a lot. At the beginning I was shy and nervous to say my dialogue but now I am ok, and I’ve got a good memory!

How has performing influenced me as a person In my private life, the performing with others influenced me. I became more experienced, I'm more open minded now and agree to discover many things. Also, I know better my body, what I like or what I don't like.

Last book I read Last book: "Une vie en pointes" Ghislaine Thesmar. It's about a ballet dancer.

What I like best about acting in adult movies My favorite thing is the sex of course but also, I travel a lot! I discovered many countries and I meet a lot of fun people. Since I began acting, my life changed, but in a very good way.

What I’m not so keen on What I am not so keen on, well there are not enough BBC (Big Black Cock) scenes with DORCEL lol!

A typical free day for me is beach, gym, see my friends and spend time with my rabbits.

I wish to keep performing for a few more years because I only started 3 years ago. I like my job and I would like to have a long career. After my contract with DORCEL, I am hoping to work in the USA.

A typical working day is make-up early in the morning, hairstyle, styling, then go to the set, doing pictures and be ready to shoot the scene. We can finish very late, sometimes midnight or more.

My favorite movie that I was in, is " Sex Dance", because I could combine my passion for dance with my sexual performing.

I love working with I love to work with Kristof Kale, Alberto Blanco, Mike Angelo, Charlie Dean in Europe, and in America Jason luv, Manuel Ferrara.

They are very good performers and are respectful of the girls.

Height: 1.62m Weight: 52kg

Residence: Barcelona Movies: 300+

A typical day for me

Where am I now and where would I like to be

My favorite movie(s)

Age: 28

Favorite TV Shows/Movies Favorite movie is Black Swan.

What I wanted to be growing up When I was younger, I wanted to be a ballerina, so I’ve done 14 years of dance. I should actually make a choice between studies and ballet. After that I would like to be a model.

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Reviews

Elegance Glow Butt Plug

Urge Strapless Strap On

Peter

Mia More

My colleagues have been raving about the Elegance range from Shots Media for a while now, so I’d been looking forward to getting my hands on one of the men’s toys from the collection. Always interested in reviewing value-for-money items for the public, I liked how Shots had combined a G-Spot and prostate player in one with their Finesse vibrator and was very much taken by their Chrystalino wand which also offered G-Spot/ P-Spot fun, albeit in shatterproof glass.

A ‘Strapless Strap-on’ may be an oxymoron but the contradiction is a popular one, so our extensive whoredrobe contains many examples from a variety of different brands, each slightly different in shape or function from the last. Amongst the models manufactured by XR under their StrapU brand comes the Urge, claimed to be ‘The world’s first strapless strap-on with remote!’.

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The remaining ‘boy toy’ from the Elegance selection was the Glow, a butt plug which heated up to 42 degrees Celsius (107.6 Fahrenheit).

When I first described the Glow to my wife, her initial, instinctive response was, “Hmm…I’m not sure: I don’t like heated car seats” (which wasn’t a link that came to my mind, but I could see where she was going with it!).

Similarly slick were the carefully-depicted qualities of the Glow set out neatly on the interior top-half of the box. Features such as ‘single new gen F1 motor’ and ‘heating technology’ were each accompanied by a bullet point image. Needless to say, my favourite depiction was that of the pert buttock cheeks accompanying the words ‘anal stimulator’. Joyful!

Available in blue, red or black medical-grade silicone, I received the black Glow, which wasn’t as striking as its counterparts but was probably most practical colour for bum fun! Charging was via a USB cable which clipped onto the base of the Glow via a magnetic connection. Of course, it would have looked cooler to have the butt plug upstanding instead of lying on its side while it was being charged, but understandably Shots had to place the connection on an area of the plug which wouldn’t be inserted.

The ‘7 pulsating patterns’ from the F1 motor felt more effective than the ‘3 speed options’ of the continuous vibration modes, while the heat added an extra frisson of fun. And what of my wife and her dislike of heated seats? Well, by the end of our time together her more considered response was, “I could be persuaded!” Praise indeed. www.shotsamerica.com 54

With an insertable length of 4” and 1.5” girth for the wearer, and a 6” length and 1.65” girth for the recipient, the Urge is nicely weighted – important! – and it’s not too flexible or inflexible (I know – picky but hey, I’m a professional). This strapless strap-on acted as an excellent Kegel trainer too. Always a bonus!

We also loved how the Urge had two independent motors, one in the recipient’s shaft and one in the vaginal bulb worn by the giver, both easily operated by the ‘…remote!’. These could also be controlled in situ by the buttons on the Urge itself, giving both users plenty of different ways to enjoy the toy.

A dildo is more unwieldly than a penis as it lacks sensation or muscular direction, which is why generally speaking people often end up resorting to a regular strap-on: a harness gives the wearer better control, above all for anal pegging which can be markedly trickier. So there’s so much to get right with a strapless strap-on – as there is with a Rabbit – because suitability depends entirely on the individual’s anatomy: each user couldn’t be more unique.

Hence, it’s more difficult to get a strapless dildo right than one with a harness, and it’s really ‘trial and error’ to see which product works for you personally.

For us, the Urge encompassed all the right elements yet somehow still fell short for the wearer – but then so have most of the other strapless strap-ons we’ve tried over the years. However, if you’re someone who gets on well with Rabbit vibrators then it’s more likely the Urge is definitely one to add to the collection!

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Mr Rabbit

Prêt-À-Porter

Mia More

Mia More

Satisfyer’s Vibes are amongst our favourite vibrators due to their fun colours and original shapes such as the Power Flower and Petting Hippo. This time it was Mr Rabbit – a pink vibrator in an attractive aqua box – that caught our eye.

Echoing the glamour and the glitz of the fashion industry is the new Lux collection from German brand Satisfyer. Comprising three sparkling new products named High Fashion, Haute Couture and Prêt-À-Porter, these vibrating suction toys for women are dressed to impress.

As someone with physical challenges I notice when a sex toy is easier to hold, and the Vibes’ looped handles make them infinitely more accessible than your average vibrator – especially with additional lube. Likewise, having a ‘back’ button when you’re clumsy with your hands is an absolute must, so it was gratifying to see Mr Rabbit provide this option.

The Prêt-À-Porter arrives in an elegant black box with a clear window revealing a white leather handset below. Embossed gold writing gave off a ‘Lux’ vibe, while the pouch enclosed – always good to get a storage bag! – is made of a velour-like material.

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The blurb for Mr Rabbit says “Even if rabbits aren’t really your thing, Mr. Rabbit will still make you happy”, and indeed, the silicone was sufficiently flexible to mean that it worked well with different body shapes – always a challenge as far as Rabbits are concerned. Slimmer and longer than Satisfyer’s Magic Bunny Rabbit, Mr Rabbit’s shaft could also be easily angled past the G-Spot to the A/ AFE/ or C-Spot.

The A-Spot/ Anterior Fornix Erogenous/ AFE zone, Cervix or C-Spot, is situated just under the cervix and can produce belly-busting orgasms when correctly stimulated. So as the vaginal canal becomes longer when it’s aroused and the cervix ‘tents’ slightly, you’ll need the extra length and slenderness of a product like Mr Rabbit to reach this rarely explored area.

That said, the silicone tip of the Mr Rabbit may be the perfect consistency to massage the C-Spot, but deep penetration isn’t for everyone so, remember that C-Spot stimulation is best enjoyed when already aroused, and is never about banging the cervix itself!

Holding the Prêt-À-Porter was a different experience to handling the rest of Satisfyer’s toys, as due to the white leather upper it felt infinitely less plasticky than its suction stablemates. The rose-gold detailing may be familiar to Satisfyer fans, but this time rather than just a cute accent, the brand stated that the was made from ‘precious metal’ (copper, according to the information in the instruction booklet).

The Prêt-À-Porter looked similar to the Satisfyer Pro 3 in terms of the suction cap being placed directly at the base of the item, as opposed to on one side like the Pro 2. Easy to control, it was useful to be able to turn back to the previous setting – of which there were eleven. The vibrations weren’t strong enough to mean the Prêt-À-Porter could be used as a vibrator on its own, but the sensation definitely made the suction more sensuous.

Satisfyer’s tagline for the Prêt-À-Porter is ‘Come like a Queen’. Pitched at approximately twice the price of their cheaper suction toys, the Lux line offers aspirational orgasms – something for the woman who has everything and wants more. Whether it’s worth those extra pennies is entirely up to you.

Since (it felt like) the two motors were both situated in the shaft, the clitoral vibrations weren’t fierce enough for us. But on the other hand, thanks to the impressively deep rumbles from the shaft itself, climax was still achievable using the Mr Rabbit as a classic clitoral vibrator against the clit. And as the clit-stim prong met the body nicely without being too yielding or too firm, you could also swap the stimulation around and enjoy the clit-stim prong against the anus instead. Mr Rabbit: a variety of options for infinite fun! www.satisfyer.com

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Sugar and Sas Melbourne, VIC, Tel +61 417 341 643 www.sugarandsas.com

LonBrook Melbourne, Vic, Tel 03 9466 8400 www.lonbrook.com

Windsor Wholesale Melbourne Vic Tel (03) 9464 3622 www.windsorwholesale.com.au

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SEXPO Melbourne

Nov 8 - 10

Melbourne

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ANME Show

Jan 12 - 13

Los Angeles

www.anmefounders.com

XBIZ Show

Jan 13 - 17

Los Angeles

www.xbizshow.com

AVN Show

Jan 22 - 25

Las Vegas

www.adultentertainmentexpo.com

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BUYERS GUIDE NAUGHTY NUBBIES SILICONE FINGER VIBE

Full silicone wearable massager, ultra-soft silicone bristles, comfortable strap, can be removed from the silicone sleeve and used on its own. USB rechargeable, waterproof.

PALMPOWER EXTREME - BLACK

LEAF+ SPIRIT & REMOTE

All-black edition, dark and powerful wand with an incredible amount of strength and an ergonomic curve for ease of use. Full silicone head with flexibility, USB rechargeable.

CRYSTAL ADDICTION – 8” DILDO

Silicone panty vibrator, enhanced, new design and features. Remote control, whisper-quiet, more power, smaller more discrete shape. Very flexible with increasing comfort when worn, flexes with the wearer. Waterproof, USB rechargeable.

This clear dong, realistically shaped, 8 inches in length from base to tip. Sexy smooth tip, realistic balls and veiny detailing. Body-safe TPE material, phthalate and latex free.

www.bmsfactory.com HAPPY RABBIT RECHARGEABLE VIBRATING STRAPLESS STRAP-ON PINK

12 tempting vibration modes in the larger, penetrative shaft and three satisfying speeds in the small shaft.

Fully waterproof,USB rechargeable, travel lock.

HAPPY RABBIT HAPPY LARGE SILICONE ZIP STORAGE CASE

Designed to fit the largest toys in the range, made from silicone, the bag is wipe clean, has a zip closure and, if users pick up a padlock, its lockable for complete privacy.

HAPPY RABBIT RECHARGEABLE WAND VIBRATOR

Combines the iconic rabbit ears with the ever-popular power of a massage wand.

Featuring 10 tempting vibration patterns, each with three powerful speeds, travel lock, USB rechargeable, waterproof.

HAPPY RABBIT RECHARGEABLE VIBRATING STRAP-ON HARNESS SET

15 vibration functions in the five inch shaft, fully adjustable harness. Vibrating ears for clitoral stimulation, waterproof, USB rechargeable and features a travel lock.

www.lovehoneytrade.com VIBRASSAGE CARESS DUAL VIBRATING SILICONE CLIT TEASER

Dual vibration and massage technology. Surrounds you with powerful buzzing from one tickler, and gentle gyration from the other two.

Non-porous and phthalate-free silicone and ABS. Rechargeable.

TOM OF FINLAND 10X SILICONE ANAL BALLS

Rechargeable anal beads, jumbo sized. Powerful vibrations, 3 speeds and 7 functions. Made of nonporous and phthalate-free silicone and ABS.

HIVE ASS TUNNEL SILICONE RIBBED HOLLOW ANAL PLUG

Hollow butt plug, available in 3 sizes, the tunnel in the core allows you to insert an anal-safe vibrator, a liquid of your choosing, and more! Made of premium silicone.

STRAP U EVOKE ERGO-FIT

The First Remote Control Inflatable Vibrating Silicone Strapless Strap-On – allows for internal customization for the wearer. 3 speeds of buzzing and 7 patterns of pulsation for each partner. Nonporous and phthalate-free silicone and ABS.

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BUYERS GUIDE PINK

#FUN

#CUTE

OMG! WANDS - #ENJOY RECHARGEABLE VIBRATING WAND

Ultra-smooth silicone bullet has a convenient single control to operate 20 vibration modes.

USB-powered. Tapered tip.

BEGINNER'S

Ultra-smooth silicone bullet has a convenient single control to operate 20 vibration modes. USB-powered. Tapered tip.

#BESTEVER

#MOOD

PURPLE

#HAPPY

OMG! BULLETS - VIBRATING BULLETS

OMG! BULLETS - #PLAY RECHARGEABLE VIBRATING BULLET PINK, DARK PINK & PURPLE

DARK PINK

Silky-smooth silicone head, flexible neck, and powerful rechargeable motor in an iconic wand shape. 3 rumbly vibration levels and 4 arousing vibration patterns. Waterproof.

LARGE

MEGA

ANAL FANTASY ELITE COLLECTION - ANAL GAPERS

Firm fullness coupled with a clear open-ended ergonomic design. Gaping shape smoothly hugs the anal opening for comfortable extended wear.

#SELFIE

OMG! RABBITS - SILICONE VIBRATORS

Two powerful motors with 10 unique vibration patterns. The ultra-smooth silicone design is waterproof for fun in the shower, spa or tub.

FANTASY FOR HER, HER ULTIMATE PLEASURE

Combines suction, vibration, and a lapping tongue for powerful pleasure. Can be used simultaneously or independently. Rechargeable. 4 Motors, 3 Suction Patterns, 7 Tongue Motion Patterns & 10 Vibration.

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IRRESISTIBLE - DESIRABLE PURPLE

The Desirable has a super powerful new generation F1 motor with 10 vibration modes and a flexible tip vibrator.

Rechargeable, medical grade silicone, worldwide patent pending technology.

LEATHER BARBED WIRE FLOGGER - BLACK

Beautifully crafted, genuine leather, consists of 36 finely plaited tails, each with embellished barb wire knots. Nonslip handle and wrist loop. 77cm length, 600 grams.

BEGINNERS BONDAGE KIT - BLACK

Kit contains breathable ball gag, bonded leather hand and leg cuffs, flogger, 11 inch feather tickler, and satin eye mask.

ELECTRO LIGHTNING WAND BLACK

High-frequency vibration wand with insulated handle, 4 different glass probes for different stimulation areas. Click the desired probe into the wand and adjust the electro frequency by turning the knob at the bottom of the wand.

THRUSTER - 4 IN 1 COUPLES PUMP KIT - PINK

BREAST PUMP SET MEDIUM ROSE GOLD

Attachments for Nipple, Clitoral and Penis pumping. Rotating dildo attachment, 4 different suction strengths, 7 different vibration modes.

Available in Black, Purple and Pink.

High quality breast pump. Cup designed with a smooth, silicone seal, easy to use, simply attach the hose to the pump cup and place the cup over breast. Contains 2 breast cups, 1 hose and 1 hand pump.

WAND - PEARL - BLACK

Whisper quiet at less than 50dB, new generation F1 Motor, 10 different modes, beautiful diamond feature on the bottom, adding an extra touch of elegance, USB.

AUTOMATIC CYBER PUMP WITH SLEEVE

3 different sucking speeds, super-soft masturbation sleeve, tight seal for comfortable fit. 31 cm tall, chamber length 20 cm. Not waterproof. Rechargeable.

www.shotsamerica.com

TILT-O-WHIRL RAMPAGE

MY SECRET WAND

The strength of a wand in a dual stim rechargeable vibrator! Water submersible for bathroom play.

Waving shaft motion combined with a spinning clitoral stimulator and rechargeable power.

Rechargeable and waterproof massager with flexible head and 7 different vibration speeds and functions.

PINKIE PROMISE

Creamy smooth silicone and 20 different speeds and functions makes this rechargeable finger stimulator a winner.

www.windsorwholesale.com.au

BUYERS GUIDE Torquoise MULTIFUN 1

Satisfyer Partner Multifun toys for him, her and couples.

Waterproof (IPX7), easy to clean and take care of, highly flexible material with Silk Touch Feeling.

Lilac

ONE NIGHT STAND (ONS)

Blue

35 minutes run time, one use only, 4 programs, pressure wave touch free stimulation, ABS and silicone.

Dark Desire

SATISFYER MEN WAND

10 modes, 5 intensities, 50 different vibration programs, strong motor, flexible smooth body and wings, waterproof, full silicone, particularly soft feel, ergonomic handle.

White Temptation

SATISFYER MASSAGERS

Multiple vibration modes, ABS and body safe silicone, USB rechargeable, waterproof.

Sweet Sensation SATISFYER C-RING 1

Vibrating, 10 mode, rechargeable, body safe, erection ring. Silicone, ABS, 7.5cm high.

Purple Pleasure

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Black Black MULTIFUN 2

Satisfyer Partner Multifun toys for him, her and couples. Waterproof (IPX7), easy to clean and take care of, highly flexible material with Silk Touch Feeling.

Blue

Pink MULTIFUN 3

100 vibration combinations, movable head can be rotated 180 degrees, 3 powerful power motors, 32 applications, USB, Waterproof.

Rose

White

www.satisfyer.com

BAD KITTY VAGINA SUCKER

Press the anatomically shaped suction cup over your lust centre and operate the handy ball pump to create a great vacuum.

BLACK LEVEL VINYL TOP

Top with short sleeves and a stand-up collar. Slightly fitted at the waist.

VIBRO-PLUG ANAL PUSHER

Black anal plug with a seven vibration styles/three speeds motor inside the tip.

Strong grip suction base.

PENIS PUMP MR. BIG

Penis pump trainer with scissor handle and a safety outlet valve.

SUSPENDER SET CC BONDAGE

A suspender set with bondage accessories. A wireless bra and a wide suspender belt with handcuffs and a choker.

MEN´S SKIRT

Mens black gladiator-style skirt with two belts. It is stretchy at the back.

REBEL MASTURBATOR

Three function masturbator - vibration, a warming function and up-and-down movement.

VIBRATING PLUG

An extremely quiet black butt plug with 5 vibration levels at the push of a button.

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