She Bop’s Picks: Valentine’s Day
Have you been struck by one of Cupid’s arrows and are looking for the perfect present for your beloved? Perhaps you want to impress a new partner, treat yourself to something sexy, or give the gift of pleasure to a favorite friend? Any time of year is great for sex toys, but with Valentine’s Day right around the corner, we thought we would put together a special guide with some of our top picks for this February.
Check out last year’s list, and our picks from 2016, 2015, 2014, and 2013 for even more ideas!
Stronic G
She Bop’s staff, Team Bop, has been excitedly waiting for the arrival of the Stronic G for quite some time. After experiencing the original Stronic Eins, it is safe to say that many of us began to “Trust the Thrust,” as was encouraged by Fun Factory on the promo material for their Stronic line. The Stronic pulsators don’t vibrate like traditional toys — they thrust back and forth — and can often be used for hands-free stimulation. Their patented technology means there literally is nothing else like them on the planet. So, if you are looking for a unique toy and something that offers the kind of movement and pressure that could previously only be provided by capable fingers, look no further!
Just like with every new Smartphone on the market, Stronic G has taken a thoroughly modern step in that it is lighter and slimmer than its predecessors. This sleeker design makes it more accessible and easier to hold, but that doesn’t mean it lacks in any power. It still has 10 movement settings that range from a slow trot to a quick rhythmic thrust that is enthusiastic yet completely consistent. Based on many positive reviews, you may even find that the Stronic G becomes your go-to toy for squirting adventures!
Peacemaker
Vixen Creations has done it again — designing another innovative toy based on customer requests and feedback! People asked for a real-feel double-ended dildo, and Vixen delivered with the Peacemaker! This beauty was modeled after their original Nexus dildo, but handcrafted into something more by adding circumference and their legendary dual-density VixSkin. The realistic side of the toy has 6.5 inches of insertable length and is 1.9 inches in girth. It comes in three different skin colors and includes lifelike details that help it feel like an extension of the body (especially since VixSkin is known for warming and retaining body heat). The curved purple part of the toy is smoother in texture, good for fans of G-Spot stimulation, and measures at 5.25 inches insertable length by 1.5 girth.
The Peacemaker is a wonderful toy for couples, and works best when paired with a harness. Any harness with a double-ended dildo compatible design should do, but our recommendations are for the ultra comfortable and adjustable Joque, the sleek and minimalist Switch Leather Camryn, or the sturdy and lightweight Vegan Jaguar harness by Aslan.
Make Me Melt Wax Play Candles
If you want to do something extra HOT with your partner this Valentine’s Day, why not try wax play? The paraffin Make Me Melt Wax Play Candles are classic and inexpensive tools to add to any BDSM toy bag. They are created to drip sensually on the body and provide just a touch of heat and sting upon contact. Once on the skin, the wax quickly cools and hardens, turning your lover’s body into an original Jackson Pollock-esque work of art.
If this kind of sensation play is new to you, pair the candles with The Toybag Guide to Hot Wax and Temperature Play for an adventurous and thoughtful gift all for under $25.
Element MS
The palm-sized Sir Richard’s Element MS may look like a stingray, but its supple silicone wings are smooth, comfortable, and accommodating. This toy enthusiastically proves that vibrators are not just for vulvas. It is made to stimulate the frenulum, a sensitive erogenous zone along the underside of the penis (or can be flipped around for extra base and shaft stimulation). Its flexibility and versatility also means it can be used with or without an erection.
The Element MS has five intensity levels and four vibration modes, and may be used solo or with a lover. Lube it up with a slick water-based gel for an incredible vibrating hand job. Enhancement ribs add extra stimulation with each stroke! It may also be worn around the penis during partner play, providing a curved and thrumming surface to ride on or rub against for waves of vibrating pleasure. The Element MS is waterproof and washable for easy cleanup, made from platinum medical-grade silicone, and is powered by a USB rechargeable high performance lithium battery.
XConfessions Volume 10
If you think the days of watching adult movies on DVD are over, you are truly missing out on some gorgeous and revolutionary porn! Famous erotic film director Erika Lust continues her award-winning XConfessions series, and XConfessions Vol. 10 is one of the most artistic and diverse volumes yet. While XConfessions originally started as a project on Erika Lust’s website, it has now grown into a global feminist porn movement, featuring guest directors and stars from all over the world.
Like Lust’s other volumes, XConfessions Vol. 10 includes ten explicit, beautiful, and imaginative short films. There is a dystopian science-fiction porn, a film featuring a bisexual foursome, scenes of stripping and voyeurism, and even a Wes Anderson style fantasy that was filmed in Barcelona and Berlin. If it wasn’t for all of the nudity and hot sex, you might forget you aren’t watching a highly nominated indie film. These are not your grainy online amateur videos (not that there is anything wrong with those). However, you can watch without the distraction of ads and poor lighting, and while knowing this porn was ethically made, directed by women, and inspired by fans.
Migliori Lubricant
Still searching for a lube that feels amazing, moisturizes, is long-lasting, and can help increase pleasure and decrease discomfort? How about one of She Bop’s newest additions to our selection of lubricants? Migliori!
Migliori is a unique lubricant unlike anything else on the market. It looks mostly like a water-based gel, but is in fact a premium silicone-based formula with vitamins A, B6, D3, and E. Whereas most silicone lubes have a thin and slippery dry oil feel, Migliori is a thick and more full-bodied silicone lubricant that provides extraordinary glide and longevity. That means less drying and less reapplying. As an added bonus, it comes in a pretty teardrop-shaped glass bottle (with included velour travel bag). Note: Since this product is silicone-based, it is not compatible with silicone toys.
We-Vibe Ditto
Most of us have heard about the fantasy/scenario where a couple uses a remote-operated vibrator in public for a memorable Valentine’s date night. Well, now this kinky option is available for everyone, and is able to be more discreet than ever!
We-Vibe is known for luxury app-compatible toys that are geared toward couples, and the Ditto is their first remote-controlled vibrating butt plug! It is rechargeable, 100% waterproof, and comes with a 2-years manufacturer’s warranty. A lovely size for beginner to intermediate bottoms, the Ditto is made from smooth silicone and has a flexible neck for comfort. Its deep and rumbly vibrations mix with gentle pressure for amazing hands-free stimulation. Ideal for wearing out, wearing during sex, or for masturbation.
Choose from 10 preset vibration settings or create your own with the free We-Connect app. That means you or your partner can use either the slim pocket-sized remote or a smartphone to send sensations to one of your most sensitive spots — whether you’re sitting across the table from each other or you’re across the country!
Charged Remote Control Panty Vibe
Excited by the idea of a remote-operated vibrator but not into anal stimulation? We still have you covered — with the Charged Remote Control Panty Vibe! This vibrating bullet + underwear set goes above and beyond the panty vibes of yesteryear. For starters, the waterproof, 10-function Vooom bullet is USB rechargeable. It is also operated by a remote control that is disguised as a silicone finger ring. Tuck the bullet into the hidden pocket of the included side-tie lace panties (fits up to 60-inch waists) or use your own favorite pair of pocket undies to put vibrations exactly where you want them.
Do you like versatility and having options for your toys? The small standard size and shape of the Vooom vibrating bullet means that it can also fit in harnesses and into the bases of compatible dildos and finger vibe sleeves. It may be operated without the ring for simplicity, or with the ring up to 50 feet away. Connect more with your lover or with your own pleasure with the Charged Remote Control Panty Vibe!
Shibari Pleasure Cherry Kegel Balls
This sweet and playful set of pink and purple kegel balls looks like it was made for Valentine’s Day! The five weighted cherries are all the same convenient size at 5.9 inches long (with 4.7 inch “stems”) and 1.38 inches in diameter, but have variable weights from 1.06 to 3.88 ounces. That sets these Cherry Kegel Balls apart from other kegel ball collections, because the user can progress through the weights without a change in size. Another feature that makes them special? These cleverly shaped vaginal weights are made from silky premium silicone with a stainless steel center, meaning they are non-porous and very easy to clean — including the retrieval string.
Kegel weights can be a practical and fun way to tone and exercise pelvic floor muscles, increase erotic awareness and heighten sexual sensitivity, prevent incontinence, help the PC muscles prepare for and heal from childbirth, and they can contribute to stronger orgasms and a more responsive G-Spot. For more info on kegel exercises and vaginal weights, check out this helpful post on our blog!
Sutil Rich
Just when we thought Hathor Aphrodisia had outdone themselves with their Sutil Luxe Body Glide, they came out with the incredible Sutil Rich! This brand new formulation is just as luxurious and long-lasting as the original light formulation, but with enhanced viscosity and an addition of aphrodisiac herbs. Horny Goat Weed, Ginseng Root, and Zizyphus Jujuba Fruit Extract are Chinese herbal aphrodisiac tonics traditionally used to increase stamina and vitality and boost immune functions. When used topically, they can have a mild vasodilating effect, which enhances blood flow for increased arousal and healing. Therefore, Sutil Rich could be a lovely lubricant to help ease anal and vaginal penetration and to soothe dryness and discomfort.
Sutil Rich is a thicker gel that stays put on toys and body without becoming sticky or drying. It performs much like a silicone lube, but is conveniently water-based and compatible with silicone toys. Like all of our lubricants, it is paraben-free and glycerin-free, but it is also Eco-Certified. That means it is free of synthetic perfumes or dyes, contains no GMO or animal-derived ingredients, and is manufactured by environmentally friendly processes.
Je Joue Rabbit and G-Spot Bullets
These two adorable silicone bullet vibes from Je Joue are new to the shop and have pretty much everything you could ask for in a mini vibrator. Body-safe materials that feel smooth and sensuous? Check! USB rechargeable and easy to operate? Check! Waterproof, versatile with multiple settings, and under $75? Check! Both the Rabbit and G-Spot bullets take Je Joue’s well-known pleasantly rumbly motors and pack them into compact vibes that are small but mighty.
The G-Spot Bullet, with its curved and slightly bulbous head, works well for internal or external stimulation. At a height of just over 4 inches, it may be used for shallow penetration that targets the G-Spot or as a slim and wieldy clitoral vibrator. The cute and seamless 5 inch Rabbit Bullet is a clit-hugging dream! With its two soft and semi-flexible ears that can surround a clitoris or massage the labia, it offers deep rumbling sensations that satisfy. These are not zippy little high-pitched toys you only keep around for their convenient travel size – they are luxury vibrators that prove that size doesn’t always matter.