Most of us are probably familiar with the fetish play etiquette term ‘Safe, Sane and Consensual’ when it comes to BDSM safety. Even so, rules are sometimes broken, says writer Abi
New to BDSM? Need BDSM advice? No fear, intimacy educator, sex coach and author Stella Starlight's monthly advice column is here to help. This month, Stella responds to a Domme looking for advice on
Bondage, BDSM versus Fetish, D/s - all this can be quite confusing once you decide to dig deeper into the scene. But hey, don't worry about all that, here are the differences between fetish and BDSM
We all know how important safe sex practices are, and for Condom Week, we want to make sure you’re wrapping it up properly. Kinky safe sex practices come with a few extra challenges of its own, so
Trust dynamics in BDSM Domination can be a confusing discussion topic, especially for those not in the community. What does each partner involved expect and how that can work for everyone's benefit?
BDSM torture is a fascinating world to explore. But where do you start? Writer Kayla Lords explores seven BDSM torture devices that you can find in a dungeon.
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Coming out kinky and then accepting it isn't easy in a society which shames those who enjoy sex. We asked writer Sienna Saint-Cyr to share her experiences - and her top tips for
What does it mean to have a foot fetish? What can you expect - and, more importantly - get up to? Writer Stella Harris demystifies one of the most common kinks out there.
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We all have our own definitions of what's kink or vanilla, and none of these is wrong. Writer Kayla Lords explores the fact that sex is a spectrum, no matter your level of
BDSM consent means safe, sane, and consensual. In any sexual encounter, this should be a no-brainer, but in kink, it’s non-negotiable, says writer Kayla Lords.
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Subspace is a state like no other, offering a temporary holiday from the harsh realities of life. But what joys and dangers can you expect to encounter? While sexual subspace is about being free to
When you first dip your toe in the world of online dating, you'll learn a few things about your fellow humans that you never expected. You'll also soon realise what are your online dating red flags,
Cannabis sativa is the plant from which the most commonly used rope for Shibari - the art of Japanese bondage - is made. But how do you condition your rope for Shibari? And what is the best rope for
Many kinksters keep their play within the realm of SSC (Safe Sane and Consensual). But there comes a time when an intermediate or advanced player's practice can enter RACK (Risk Aware Consensual
As bondage and BDSM lovers, sometimes we enjoy inflicting pain or being on the receiving end of a good beating or spanking. But as consenting adults, how can we avoid possible BDSM legal problems or
Talking about BDSM safety can be a turn-off, but you owe it to both you and your partner or fuck buddy to have the chat. Especially kink play can be harder and rougher, adding potentially more risk
When does 'regular' sex or sexual desire become a fetish? One Fetish.com member argues that the line between a little kink in the bedroom (or bathroom) and calling it a fetish is blurring. So, how do
Japanese bondage is a historical erotic art which set down roots in the West in the mid-1990s. Quickly adopted by BDSM enthusiasts, we give you a brief history of this ancient rope bondage and its
In part one, we explained how self-control and curiosity were important qualities for dominants. And, in part two of how to be a good dom, we examine the other attributes a kinky dom needs to have to
Ever heard of ponyboys and ponygirls? They get turned on by taking the submissive role of a horse. Follow our training tips and you'll give your ponyboy (or girl) the ride of their life (and you,