Swing on a Shoestring--well, not literally.
The best things in life are free. That
goes for swinging too. One needn't do anything special to enjoy an
erotic evening. Still, you know it's fun! The preparation sets the
mood. Candles not only set a romantic mood, they make everyone look
better. Really. A clean room, nice conversation, some candles, a
little music, and the right people--that's all it takes.
From time to time (or maybe all the time?) though, it is fun to play
dress up, to get into that sexy dress, to experiment with a new toy.
Here's some places to get the things you want.
Besides, shopping for these things in the intimacy of your own home
can create quite the mood in itself.
We won't list anything we haven't used (unless it comes highly
recommended from people we trust), and we look for the best bargains.
Sexy, Smart, Cheap. That's the ticket.
For Body Jewelry:
Nipple Jewelry:
Want something different? Go to NippleCharms.com. Not
only do they have a wonderful collection of non-piercing nipple
jewelry (remember Janet Jackson's sun?), but they also have clips for
the clit, thong jewelry, swinger bracelets--all sorts of flash for
flashing. Very sexy and original!
For sexy dress:
The Fatal Woman Shop : The name of the store is good enough, but
their products are even better. Despite the name, there are still a
few things for the boys as well.
"Adult" products:
One of the originals,
Adam and Eve , has an amazing collection of toys,
lingerie, and movies. Sales and special offers for first timers are
icing on the cake. All is naughty when you shop and nice and tame
when it comes in the mail. Of course, when you open the box, it gets
naughty again.
The Scarlet Room is a very attractive site. Visit
http://www.scarletroom.com/
Sex Toys Sex Shop for adult toys and vibrators including Sex Toys
Information - Education - Advice & Help.
For lubes and condoms, we suggest
Cheap Lubes . They have a great selection and the best prices
we've found. Our favorite item, Eros lube, for instance, is about
half what it costs elsewhere at
Cheap Lubes .
Reading material:
Our friend Lana has a great site
featuring a library of sexy, intimate ebooks! What a great way
to get in the mood. Download them and sneak a peak at work.
Check out
her site.
Still some summer left for erotic beach reading!
Of course,
there's our
book,
Call Me Curious .
To learn more about it, visit our page which
explains the contents. Of course, we won't complain if you
purchase it right away. It explains our early experiences in
the lifestyle, with all of the ups and downs (no pun intended) one
can expect.
We will view and recommend some others soon. Have
one to recommend to us?
Write us.
Swinging Furniture:
We're still looking for the best place to get a
swing. See our write-up in the next column for The Liberator.
Ice-Breaker Games:
Intimate Associates sell a couple of games specifically designed
for adult fun. Their games get people naked and active in a fast and
fun way.
Check them out .
Erotic Photography:
Digital photography was invented for taking erotic pictures. We
are convinced of that. Who can have a digital camera in hand and not
at least toy with the idea of snapping some amature porn. OK, some
people we'd rather not imagine. Check out some very cool cameras and
other great gift ideas at
Sharper Image .
Intimate Exposures . This is a great service. They produce
high quality prints at reasonable prices and send them back to you
very discreetly. We have used the service recently to develop some
photos we took with a one-use camera at a local bar. We intended to
just flash a few photos of our friends, but somehow the camera brought
out the flash in our friends. Loads of shot drinking from exposed
breasts, tattoo showing--well, you get the picture (no pun intended).
We thought we could never get the pics developed until we found
Intimate Exposures . Check out their
web site .
And we have to bring our old favorite back to the top of
the stack. Get some and you'll find out why.
Eros. There are lots of lubes. We
have tried many. This stuff is magic. It lasts long, doesn't taste
bad, and doesn't leave a sticky residue. We have tried water-based
lubricants, thinking they were somehow "more natural," but found them to
be naturally sticky. This makes a perfect moisturizer, but if you have
limited supply, only use for those "special occasions." It is pricey,
but it lasts forever. It is super concentrated and just takes a little
dab. Our 100ml bottle lasted about two years. We replaced it with a
250ml bottle, though, so we can use with abandon. Buy this great stuff
at
Cheap Lubes. They have the best prices we've found (and they vary
greatly from site to site).
The Liberator. We know you've seen it advertised
everywhere. Maybe you wondered if it is worth it. Easy answer: yes.
The Liberator people have a variety of sex furniture--our phrase, not
theirs, from the simplest of wedges, to
more adaptable forms. Prices
vary. None of it is cheap, but that's because it isn't cheap. These
things are firm, and they remain so. Angles are everything. Besides
the easier and better positions it will give your sex play, it also
serves as a great ice breaker at your next party. "What's that?"
someone askes. "Let me show you!" Go right to
The Liberator and check them out .
The personal shaver. When marketed to
women, it is called the pussy shaver, but it has ever so many uses. It
is especially designed to not catch on, well, anything. Go as close as
you want--trim it or shave it completely off. It works for men as well
as women. Check out
the site, because they have a number of other specialty products
that are all high quality and reasonably priced.
Good Deal on Safer Sex: Well, it isn't the most glamorous
thing to buy, but it can be very practical. Everyone should carry
them. Everyone should have them all over their home. Buy in
bulk, but don't show off by doing so at the supermarket (Sam's Club
Jumbo Box).
CheapLubes is your ticket. They have many brands and
styles, and all are priced below what you would pay in stores. A
12 pack of Lifestyle condoms, for instance, is only around six bucks.
The gift that comes in its own wrapper.
