This Just In: Playmates Are Busty and Thin

February 20th, 2013

I wish this site were an infographic because it has some interesting information.  In a recent issue of Wired, the researchers took a look at the BMI, cup sizes and other attributes of Playboy playmates and compared them to real women. Not surprisingly, the models have become thinner without losing breast size, while average women have become a little curvier.  The full graph is available as a PDF, which is better than the article itself.

playmate study

I want to simply nod and agree, but the thoughtful person inside me thinks this is problematic when women (and men!) make comparisons to ideals that are becoming further from average. It’s a bit like the economic divide shifting. And while maybe you and I might not be that naive, plenty of people are. Men and women, especially young and impressionable minds, look at the media and don’t realize how different it can be from every day.

I mean, how often do I really look at TV stars and think “they’ve had surgery and someone hand picks their clothes and they’re wearing professional makeup?” Not often enough to stop comparing myself, that’s for damned sure. And when it comes to sexualized images, I think the result can be even worse for one’s self esteem. It’s not just how appearance that people compare. It’s behavior and interests and skills, so while this little study has a very limited focus, I think it’s good that people are finally thinking about these things.

However, the lack of depth with which it was presented does leave a little to be desired.

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The 5 Things

February 14th, 2013

Earlier, my good friend asked me what five things I require of someone to be in a relationship with them. You know, those five traits. I think I’ve really lowered my standards lately but not in a bad way. I’m being more fair and open minded. I don’t even think all five of these are necessary, but they’re all good. For example, physical attraction and sexual compatibility go a long way to overlooking personality flaws because, as I’ve discussed, I’m sort of a shallow.

Here’s my list:

  1. Has a sense of humor
  2. Allows me to express feelings
  3. Sexual compatibility
  4. Makes me feel a priority
  5. Sexual compatibility

The running  joke with another friend lately has been how I need someone who I can “tell my feelers to and fuck hard.” Ultimately, that’s about all I need, but I’m not going to be able to have satisfying sex with someone if I’m not attracted to that person. Emotional security won’t happen if I can’t express my feelings — and not just those about the relationship — to my partner.

After always feeling like I wasn’t part of my ex-husband’s life, I really need someone who makes me feel like a priority, both in his interactions with me and those with others that might concern me. Someone who can make me feel like the only person in the world, then, is definitely on the right track.

And there might be someone in my life who meets these criteria in a way that feels good enough for me. We shall see what happens.

 

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Fishnets Are the New Black [Saw This on Tumblr]

February 13th, 2013

Classy.

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Fleshlights versus Cheap Masturbators [Guest Post]

January 18th, 2013

Calling all men! If you’ve never used a masturbator before but want to explore this exclusively male sex toy, how do you know which one to go for? Do you go all out and buy the crème de la crème of male masturbators, the Fleshlight, or do you opt for a cheaper model to begin with?

There are a number of different masturbators available all depending upon your preference. For example, one of the cheapest types of male sex toys on the market are masturbation penis sleeves. Usually retailing for under £10, these simple yet effective soft silicone sleeves wrap around the shaft of the penis and come with different patterned nodules to make masturbation a little different. They are designed to fit all shapes and size of penis and can be re-used. Male adult toys in the form of double open ended tubes are similarly inexpensive. These male toys are usually made of stretchy silicone and also come with stimulating pleasure nodules or ribbing on the inside to make your masturbation more varied.

Penis head stimulators work slightly differently to other male masturbators because they target the most sensitive part of the male erogenous zone, the glans. Non-vibrating alternatives come in the guise of a chamber for the head of the penis which is stimulated using a hand pump. Satisfaction for the glans can also be achieved using a multi-speed vibrating sheath. These alternative takes on the traditional male sex toy usually cost around the £10 mark.

fleshlightAlso common are single ended masturbation tubes or cups. The inexpensive variations (normally around £10-£15) come with tight lifelike openings that are either plain, or in the form of a mouth, an anus or a vagina. Usually these 6-7 inch long tubes come with stimulating inner chambers. The tightness of feel can be altered by either squeezing the tube or if it comes with an air hole at the closed end, this can be entirely or partially covered to bring about the same effect. These inexpensive masturbation tubes are designed for single use but they can be re-used with condoms. Vibrating single ended masturbation cups or tubes provide additional stimulation for the entire length of the penis. Available in stretchy silicone for around £30, they also come with stimulating inner nodules but also have the benefit of multi-speed vibrations built in for additional gratification. High end alternatives retailing for over £100 can also be purchased which have over 40 different functions of multispeed vibrations combined with a rotating action.

Fleshlights are also a type of single ended masturbator which come in the form of a torch style tube. Retailing at considerably higher than the cheaper alternatives (prices are usually between £36 and £63), Fleshlights are deserving of their higher price tags and their caveat of being the best selling male sex toys in the world because they are designed to be re-used and can tolerate years of masturbation play. Suitable for all sizes of men, Flesh light masturbators differ from cheaper alternatives because they come with a realistic feeling inner skin (Superskin) which has been observed as being the closest feeling thing to real penetrative sex from a masturbator. The inner chambers also come with a number of different textures to stimulate your shaft with including nodules, twists, waves and ribs all dependent upon the model. What distinguishes Fleshlights from less expensive masturbators is that the inner chamber can be removed and cleaned after use making them very hygienic and re-usable without condoms. Choose from realistic tight openings in the form of a plain hole, a vagina, an anus (Fleshjacks) or a mouth. The tightness of the inner chamber can also be adjusted according to your preference. Unlike the £10-£15 masturbators, a number of Fleshlights are also cast from the stars of adult films for an even more realistic experience. A selection of Fleshlights also come with the addition of vibrating bullets inside to further enhance your enjoyment! The Fleshlight Vagina Stamina Training Unit even claims to improve your bedroom performance by training you to last longer with regular use!

In conclusion, as with any purchase, choosing the best male masturbator for you is down to budget and personal preference. If you are just looking to try something out, one of the less experience variants might be more appropriate; if you want something that feels almost as good as penetrative sex and that will last for years to come then a Fleshlight or Fleshjack could be a better option.

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You do what, now?

December 1st, 2012

Every once in a while, I discover a new sex toy that makes me go “what the fuck?” if it’s really weird. Sometimes, I see something and wonder who is into that. Although I’ve tried my fair share of toys, I lack a penis, and I think the masturbation experience is a little different for men. Not only do women have the better selection of sex toys, but masturbation is sometimes more sensual, more prolonged, and more fantasy-oriented in our heads. At least, that’s it for me. I find trying to look at things to be a little distracting. It’s easier for me to visualize things with my eyes closed.

That’s why when I learned about Beaniebang Babes, I was more than a little curious. On the one hand, it seems like a lot of work and I am definitely lazy. On the other hand, I admire the attempt to capitalize on an already successful sex toy — the Fleshlight — and the porn industry to produce something that could possibly enhance masturbation. I understand why people want to make masturbation more sex-like, but I also don’t know if the intent itself isn’t misguided or if sticking a picture on a pornstar and beaniebanging “her” is the right way to go about it.

But, guys deserve a wider range of sex toys, too, so I can’t fault anyone who wants to know how to beaniebang. At least they’d be taking their desires — and penis — into their own hands, and I commend that.

Plus, I think naming sex toys after children’s toys is kinda lulzy.

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“Thrill?” That’s quite the advertisement.

November 16th, 2012

I’m sure that you’re all sick of me whining about my want for the new We Vibe toy, the thrill. It’s the first toy that the company has released that is advertises specifically for solo play. Although the Tango and the Salsa don’t specifically require a partner, the Thrill is there for a woman’s pleasure — unless you wanted to try it anally, which I wouldn’t. Once upon a time, I was all about those type is  vibrators. The pages on Of Sex and Love include more reviews for them than I can count. If it was vaguely c-shaped, it was in my vagina.

Unfortunately, so few of them worked for me. I only liked the Rock Chick sometimes. Dr Berman’s offering was pathetic to say the least. The Mini G-rock lacked both the pressure and power that I required. Even the original We Vibe wasn’t good for grinding and movement the way I liked it. Perhaps that’s why I am so curious about the Thrill. It’s from a company that I know makes vibes that are about as powerful as you’re going to get without plugging them in. It’s flexible but has a handle that means I maybe won’t have to kill my hands while using it.

Even though the vibe itself offends my personal sense of aesthetics, I’ll probably wind up getting it. In fact, I’ll probably wind up spending my own money (or gift cards) on it. Gasp! I just hope it won’t land itself in the list of toys I’ve used that I drooled over for months or even years only to find out that aside from some slick advertising or a few nice curves, the toy just doesn’t cut it for me. The reviews for the Thrill are all so positive, but I’ve never been one that’s easy to please — just ask my ex-husband!

I wouldn’t fault anyone who wanted to provide me with one for testing purposes, though!

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What the fuck, Fleshlight?

November 4th, 2012

Fleshlight iPad Attachment

Fleshlight iPad Attachment

We all know that the folks over at Fleshlight aren’t exactly PC. Sure, the name is synonymous with male sex toys and they made that awesome avatar masturbator, but the company has also pissed some people off. Tonight, they’ve completely confused and flabbergasted me. According to this Gizmodo article, there’s definitely a Fleshlight iPad case in the works. All I can say is..

What.

The.

Fuck.

?!

In the provided image, there’s porn on screen. The fleshlight attachment sits against the back of the iPad, which you would, I guess, move back and forth to pleasure yourself without taking your eye off the screen because, like, it’s too hard to masturbate in front of the television.

I just can’t help but think this would wind up an expensive mess or an awkward accident that you can’t explain to your girlfriend. I mean, do dudes want to masturbate with the family iPad? Because eww. I wouldn’t want to know Dad’s grubby and semen-covered paws were all over the same device I use to play Angry Birds. It’s just not right.

But I don’t like to mix my electronics with my electric sex toys, if you get what I mean. My phone, Kindle Fire, iPod and laptop have little to do with jackoff time. Maybe I’m the odd duck out because I don’t frequently watch porn, but I just can’t see how anything thinks this is a good idea. It’s not, kids.

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