{"id":2463,"date":"2012-12-03T03:52:03","date_gmt":"2012-12-03T03:52:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/?p=2463"},"modified":"2026-03-05T04:20:25","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T03:20:25","slug":"5-surprising-bondage-tips-facts-curious-beginners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/5-surprising-bondage-tips-facts-curious-beginners\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Surprising Bondage Tips & Facts for Curious Beginners"},"content":{"rendered":"

Over the past decade there have been a handful of books that have powerfully and positively nudged women out of their comfort zones and into the mysterious unknown. The most recent and racy of the bunch, 50 Shades of Grey<\/i>, has given even the globe\u2019s most reserved women the courage to explore their previously dormant or formerly perceived taboo, innermost fantasies.<\/p>\n

Reviewing the findings of our latest Global Survey we were pleasantly surprised by the number of women experimenting with light BDSM accessories (not to mention sexting). We’ve also seen increased interest in topics surrounding\u00a0 BDSM basics, from hard limits<\/a> to how to perform aftercare<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Whether the following stats correlate with the popularity of 50 Shades <\/i>is anyone\u2019s guess, but let\u2019s take a look at the five accessories that saw the greatest jump in sales this year, with the lowdown on each one.<\/p>\n

WHIPS<\/a><\/h2>\n

JUMP IN SALES: 50%<\/b><\/h4>\n

Contrary to popular belief, a whip\u2019s purpose is to deliver a light stinging sensation coupled with a naughty sound, not extreme pain. A whip signifies control, making its holder the dominant one during sex. While the degree of sensation delivered is up to you and your partner, most whip-play is light and, when paired with other forms of verbal and non-verbal communication, adds a risky, frisky touch to foreplay and intercourse.<\/p>\n

BLINDFOLDS<\/h2>\n

JUMP IN SALES: 80%<\/b><\/h4>\n

Any time one of our five senses is taken away, our remaining senses become heightened. In addition, according to sexologists, while men are most turned on by what they see, women are most turned on by what they feel. Put these two scientific facts together and it\u2019s no surprise women report experiencing quicker and higher levels of sexual arousal when deprived of sight.<\/p>\n

HANDCUFFS<\/a><\/h2>\n

JUMP IN SALES: 100%<\/b><\/h4>\n

When the pleasure of foreplay and intercourse become too intense, it\u2019s not uncommon for us to grab our partners hand or wrist or squirm our hips, even though the passionate sensations are exactly what our body desires. Being handcuffed forces our bodies to do what our minds want them to do\u2014nothing. Light bondage leaves our bodies with no other option than to fully enjoy the intensity of sex.<\/p>\n

COUPLES\u2019 VIBRATORS<\/a><\/h2>\n

JUMP IN SALES: 200%<\/b><\/h4>\n

No human body part can provide the frequency, stamina and subsequent orgasm-inducing sensations of a vibrator (sorry guys). Couples\u2019 vibrators are worn by women and designed to send mutual, pleasurable sensations through both partners\u2019 bodies during sex. Adding a splash of adventure to the equation, LELO\u2019s Noa Couples\u2019 Massager, featured in the Indulge Me<\/i>Pleasure Set, is fully waterproof, yet another excuse to move sex outside of the bedroom<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n

BEN WA BALLS<\/a><\/h2>\n

JUMP IN SALES: 400%<\/b><\/h4>\n

Also commonly known as Geisha Balls or LELO Beads, Ben Wa Balls are one of life\u2019s rare entities that give us pleasure while simultaneously bringing us to peak intimate health. In addition to increasing the strength of your pelvic floor muscles, LELO Beads promote pleasurable, internal vibrations simply by reacting to your body\u2019s natural movements.<\/p>\n

As you could assume, our findings have us more excited than ever about what the future has in store for the women of the world as they begin exploring new pleasures with BDSM accessories.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Enjoy 15% off LELO.com<\/a> with code VOLONTE15<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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