The Sensuali blog
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Interview
Introducing erotic muse & companion: Kalah Hill
Co-authored by Iso & Kalah Hill
Monday 14 October 2024
Providing 'a slice of heaven on earth from a place of rooted love', this is the life force that is Kalah Hill, California-based erotic muse and companion.
Meet Shibari artist & vulnerability coach: Rina Trevi
Co-authored by Iso & Rina Trevi
Monday 14 October 2024
'I create safe spaces for people to fall apart.' From online BDSM courses, to Shibari retreats, this is the magical Rina Trevi, vulnerability coach & Shibari artist.
Introducing LA & NYC Dominatrix: Mistress Rozz
Co-authored by Iso & Mistress Rozz
Thursday 3 October 2024
'I get to initiate degrees of ego death.' Meet the epic Mistress Rozz, LA and NYC-based Domme who also travels internationally.
Meet writer & erotic audio extraordinaire: Lisa Opel
Co-authored by Iso & Lisa Opel
Wednesday 2 October 2024
Whether it's her erotic audio creations, her TedX Talk, or her refreshingly realistic book of erotica stories, everything that comes from Lisa Opel is wonderful. We got the chance to chat about her mission to liberate women in owning their pleasure.
Meet London Dominatrix & fetishist: Miss May
Co-authored by Iso & Miss May
Monday 30 September 2024
'My session style is playful and dirty but don’t be fooled, I am a natural sadist and using you is my passion.' This is Miss May, London-based Dominatrix and fetishist with a hard and heavy approach.
Meet Shibari & Tantra coach: Bina Taverna
Co-authored by Iso & Bina Taverna
Sunday 29 September 2024
Known for her transcendent workshops and retreats, this is Bina Taverna, the Zurich-based sensual coach offering online and in-person experiences.
Meet erotic educator & therapist: Natalie Abraham
Posted by Iso
Friday 20 September 2024
'Eros laces all I do and live. Eros (or the erotic) is not about sex. It's about life force.' Meet the force of all forces: erotic educator, somatic therapist, and all round intimacy expert, Natalie Abraham.
Meet LA Dominatrix: Sophia Domina
Co-authored by Iso & Sophia Domina
Tuesday 17 September 2024
'I've learned that though my specific kinks may change, I am kinky as a sexual orientation.' Meet Sophia Domina, the LA-based Dominatrix, writer, director and producer.
Introducing Philadelphia Dominatrix: Mistress Hellga
Co-authored by Iso & Mistress Hellga
Sunday 15 September 2024
From the religious connotations of blood play, to the innate human craving for fear; this was our thrilling chat with the enchanting Philadelphia-based Dominatrix, Mistress Hellga.
An interview with Chloe Macintosh: sex educator & founder of Kama
Co-authored by Iso & Chloe Macintosh
Friday 13 September 2024
'Our sexuality is a piece of us that needs to be reinvestigated with kindness, curiosity and time.' We chatted with Chloe Macintosh, sex educator and founder of Kama, the app helping people discover their body and pleasure through everyday practices.
Podcast
So you want to have better sex: featuring Chloe Macintosh
Co-authored by Iso & Chloe Macintosh
Friday 13 September 2024
Episode 5 of the Sensuali podcast features the extraordinary Chloe Macintosh, sex educator and founder of Kama, the platform helping people to revive their sex lives and understand their desires.
So you want to try Shibari: featuring Marie Sauvage
Co-authored by Iso & Marie Sauvage
Friday 16 August 2024
Episode 4 of the Sensuali podcast features celebrated Shibari artist Marie Sauvage talking with host Emma aka Emmcheeky all about the famous Japanese art form, Shibari.
So you want to try Polyamory: featuring Alice Lovegood
Co-authored by Iso & Alice Lovegood
Tuesday 23 July 2024
Episode 3 of the Sensuali podcast features the iconic sex educator, ethical kink practitioner and content creator, Alice Lovegood talking all about polyamory with host Emma aka Emmcheeky.
So you want to try Butt Stuff: featuring Max Hovey
Co-authored by Iso & Max Hovey
Friday 14 June 2024
Episode 2 of the Sensuali podcast is hosted by sex educator Emma aka Emmcheeky, and features guest appearance from the fantastic Max Hovey, queer intimacy expert, author and content creator.
So you want to try BDSM: featuring Eva Oh
Co-authored by Emma Cheeky & Eva Oh
Thursday 16 May 2024
Episode 1 of the Sensuali podcast is hosted by sex educator Emma aka Emmcheeky, and features guest appearance from Eva Oh, the world famous Dominatrix who knows the world of BDSM like no other.
Advice
Reclaiming your sexual narrative: 6 books to read
Posted by April Maria
Tuesday 8 October 2024
Ready to embark on a journey of sexual empowerment? This is our curated list of book recommendations to help you deepen your own understanding of your body, sexuality, and intimacy.
Sensual movement: how do I get over the fear of embarrassing myself?
Posted by Tara Margulies
Tuesday 1 October 2024
Sensual movement expert and pole extraordinaire, Tara Margulies tells all on how to get past the fear of embracing your sensuality in dance and movement.
A spiritual relationship coach’s guide to sexual energy
Posted by Joanna Scott
Saturday 10 August 2024
Curious about how astrology relates to your sexual energy and compatibility with others? Famed Spiritual relationship coach, Joanna Scott, guides us through the most important things to consider.
I booked a sensual photoshoot, here’s how it went
Posted by Tara Margulies
Wednesday 17 July 2024
Tara Margulies aka movewithtara tells us all about her recent sensual photoshoot that she booked on Sensuali with photographer Layla Kosima.
A 5 step guide to client booking etiquette
Posted by Iso
Tuesday 28 May 2024
Whether you're a seasoned client or a first-timer, knowing booking etiquette is crucial in securing a positive sensual experience. Here's our 5 step guide.
How to embrace vulnerable intimacy as a gay man
Posted by Drew
Wednesday 15 May 2024
Bisexual pleasure educator Drew, aka Wise and Manly explains how to embrace vulnerability and defy the internalised shame surrounding soft and sensual intimacy in the male gay community.
Erotic photography modelling: a love letter to yourself
Posted by Bethany Burgoyne
Wednesday 1 May 2024
From a sexy selfie to a professional photoshoot, capturing your sensuality on camera can be a confidence boosting experience. Expert erotic photographer and model, Sassy is here to tell you how.
A 3 minute guide to starting your kink journey
Posted by Drew
Thursday 18 April 2024
It's hard to explore your deepest desires if you're still having an internal struggle with accepting them yourself. Here's our quick-start guide to beginning your kink journey.
How to introduce erotic art into your relationships
Posted by Armando Cabba
Monday 8 April 2024
Artist Armando Cabba explains the many ways to use erotic art as an exploration of desire and excitement in your relationship.
A sex coach’s guide to navigating new sexual experiences
Posted by Ruth Ramsay
Wednesday 27 March 2024
Intending to try out a new sexual experience? Whether it's a threesome or a sex party, prepping yourself is essential. Qualified sex coach Ruth Ramsay gives her essential advice on how to ensure you get what you want, and have fun doing it.
Art
3 essential lesbian BDSM films
Posted by Iso
Tuesday 27 August 2024
It's hard to find nuanced representation of BDSM in film, and we could write a whole thesis on cinematic portrayals of lesbian relationships. So how are we fixed for films that explore lesbians & BDSM all in one? Here are our 3 favourites.
Shibari rope tying: when sensuality becomes an art form
Posted by Pauline Marie-Antoinette
Thursday 11 July 2024
Experience the art of Shibari, where ropes and knots transform into a journey of trust, and sensual exploration. Discover how the subtle interplay of pain and pleasure can elevate your understanding of connection and intimacy.
7 outstanding queer erotic artists on Sensuali
Posted by Iso
Tuesday 2 July 2024
Pride month might be over but our celebration of queer sensualists is absolutely not. Here are 7 of our favourite erotic artists on Sensuali whom you can book for custom made sexy art or photoshoots.
7 old school films about open relationships
Posted by Iso
Wednesday 5 June 2024
In light of the release of 'Challengers', the blockbuster film that has consolidated society's current obsession with open relationships, here are 7 fantastic old school films all about non-monogamy and three-way fun.
Sensuali Selects: 7 erotic literature must-reads
Posted by Iso
Wednesday 8 May 2024
The people have spoken! We asked our Sensuali Sexperts for their favourite erotic literature. Here are the 7 top picks.
6 superb erotic photography series by women
Posted by Iso
Tuesday 7 May 2024
Cool AF women taking carnal AF photos. It doesn't get much better than this. These are Sensuali's pick of 6 outstanding erotic photography series by women.
5 short films about sex work
Posted by Iso
Wednesday 27 March 2024
It's hard to find films that explore sex work without sensationalising or objectifying. Here are 5 modern-day short films intricately exploring the many nuances of sex work.
4 essential pioneers of kink art
Posted by Drew
Friday 22 March 2024
These are 4 essential kink artists who paved the way for all lovers of art and erotica today.
Celebrating Anaïs Nin: the iconic literary voice for female desire
Posted by Iso
Thursday 7 March 2024
In light of International Women's Day, we celebrate Anaïs Nin, the female erotica auteur who paved the way for many other sex-loving femmes.
In the realm of erotic art: 5 films about female desire
Posted by Iso
Tuesday 5 March 2024
Happy International Women's Week! In the sea of films made by horny men, catering to horny men, and often focusing on horny men, here are 5 great films about horny women.
Culture
Why we need the sex-positive movement now more than ever
Posted by Iso
Tuesday 24 September 2024
In a word of play parties and polyamory, the sex-positive movement might seem to be flourishing. But between the rise of red pill ideology and a wave of prudish fear-based parenting, it’s crucial to unlearn the harmful notion that sex is 'dirty' now more than ever.
Pride is a Protest: honoring black, queer trailblazers
Posted by Autumn Thomas
Thursday 27 June 2024
In honor of June coming to a close, we celebrate and ardently salute 5 queer Black women who remind us the importance of sexual liberation.
The burlesque connoisseur’s guide to New York City: Pride edition
Posted by Autumn Thomas
Wednesday 19 June 2024
Looking to celebrate the art of the tease this month? Mark your calendars for the hottest Pride month burlesque in the city that never sleeps.
10 essential queer spaces in London
Posted by Iso
Thursday 13 June 2024
In light of Pride Month, here are our 10 favourite queer spots in London ranging from raunchy spaces to reading spaces.
4 ways to explore latex in New York City
Posted by Drew
Wednesday 24 April 2024
Within the vibrant world of New York City's kink community, these are the top 4 ways to satisfy your love for latex.
5 ways to explore BDSM in New York City
Posted by Iso
Thursday 11 April 2024
There's no better place to get freaky than New York City. If you're feeling kinkcurious, these are the top 5 activities in the city worth the whip.
5 ways to explore erotic art in London
Posted by Iso
Wednesday 3 April 2024
Curious to discover London's thriving world of erotic art? Here are our top 5 unique ways to explore.
The ultimate guide to Manchester’s kink events
Posted by Iso
Wednesday 6 March 2024
From serious femdom to queer sex-posi raves, this is the ultimate guide to Manchester's kink events.
London’s sexiest lesbian bar just opened: La Camionera
Posted by Iso
Saturday 17 February 2024
After an explosive opening, Broadway Market has officially become home to London’s second and sexiest lesbian bar in the city. It's cheap cañas, it's candlelit tables, it’s red tulips and low ceilings and a thousand women all together in a teeny tiny basement. It's everything you've been searching for.
12 times latex had a cultural moment
Posted by Iso
Sunday 14 January 2024
Now that it's 2024 and everyone from A-listers to normies are officially in love with latex, let's take a look to see exactly how we got here. These are 12 top moments that ignited rubber fetishes all over the world and brought the material into the mainstream.
Educational
6 kinds of sensual retreats
Posted by Iso
Monday 16 September 2024
Sensual retreats are a wonderful way to throw yourself into another world for a good few days and come out feeling like a whole new you. Here are some of our favourite types of retreats you can find on Sensuali.
Touch me how? 6 types of sensual massage
Posted by Iso
Monday 9 September 2024
Sensual massage is one of the best ways to intentionally explore your body and pleasure, but which massage is right for you? Here are 6 of the most popular types and their distinctive benefits.
Paying for your porn and why men should stop yelling
Posted by Armando Cabba
Tuesday 3 September 2024
Erotic artist Armando Cabba gives his thoughts on the manosphere, and how sex-negativity is harmful to sex workers and helpful to nobody.
A guide to self-lymph massage: the perfect solo pleasure pastime
Co-authored by Iso & Carli Wheatley
Friday 23 August 2024
Lymph massage is an increasingly popular phenomenon known to have significant health benefits as well as being an effective way to connect back to your body. Lymph massage extraordinaire, Carli Wheatley, shares her wisdom on why we should all be self-massaging whenever possible.
Why we should all be practicing self-pleasure
Posted by Emily
Wednesday 28 February 2024
Self Pleasure Club, a grassroots community for women, intersex, non-binary, trans and gender non-conforming humans, explain why we should all be practicing more self-pleasure.
The kinds of control: 5 common styles of femdom
Posted by Iso
Tuesday 27 February 2024
Looking to be dominated by a formidable femme but have no idea where to start? These are 5 main styles of femdom. Which one works for you?
Finessing facesitting: a three minute mini-guide
Posted by Drew
Monday 26 February 2024
It’s time to take to your throne. Let’s talk about how face sitting is the ultimate level up in oral play.
Exploring Shibari: A Journey into Somatic Healing
Posted by Julieta
Thursday 22 February 2024
Shibari is best known as a form of bondage torture as well being recognised as an art form. But this ancient practice is also a surprisingly therapeutic form of somatic healing. Here's how.
The benefits of pleasure education: what we didn’t learn at school
Posted by Iso
Sunday 11 February 2024
As society collectively grows more and more conscious of the lack of sex and pleasure education we received growing up, an increasing number of people are seeking pleasure education coaching to fully explore their sexual and non-sexual pleasure. These are ways that pleasure education will change your life.
This is what sensual domination looks like
Posted by Iso
Monday 5 February 2024
Submissive but also want to worshipped? Dominant with a soft side? With less focus on punishment and more focus on praise, sensual domination is what you've been searching for.
Erotica
Black and Blue: a story on spanking
Posted by Pimenta Cítrica
Wednesday 24 July 2024
'He told me to lift up my skirt and slid down my thong all the way to my knees.' To celebrate world BDSM day, Berlin-based erotic writer, Pimenta Cítrica shares a short and spicy spanking story.
I pegged someone for the first time
Posted by Alexa André
Monday 15 July 2024
'Giving someone that much pleasure is one of the most fulfilling sexual experiences of my life, even if I didn't physically get anything out of it.' Alexa André tells us the steamy true story of her first pegging experience.
A Bashful Cuckquean’s Anniversary Surprise
Posted by Ena Dahl
Friday 5 July 2024
'Please fuck my boyfriend in front of me, Goddess Iris...' Kicking off the Sensuali bite-sized erotica series is a short story about a woman with a cuckolding kink, written by erotic writer, Ena Dahl.
Playlist
Songs for soft sensualists
Posted by Iso
Tuesday 18 July 2023
An immersive playlist for all you soft sensualists out there. Including sensual songs for any time of day (or night), this playlist should reconnect you with your sensuality not only in the bedroom, but in your everyday living.
Songs to Psych up Your Inner Sugar Baby
Posted by Iso
Friday 25 November 2022
Got a sugar date but not feeling so sugary? Here's a playlist of bad girl bops by exclusively female artists to get you feeling frisky.
Sex & Spook: The Ultimate Thotoween Playlist
Posted by Iso
Friday 21 October 2022
Grouped-by-genre songs for all the serious Halloween Hoes out there. No 'Bump In The Night' bull here- only songs with truly dark and sensual vibes.
BDSM Bops: 15 Songs for Doms
Posted by Iso
Wednesday 10 August 2022
Need some tunes to really capture your devastating dom energy? Your prayers have been answered.
The Ultimate Girlfriend Experience Playlist
Posted by Iso
Friday 10 June 2022
For every escort who offers a girlfriend experience, this #sensual playlist will have every client feeling like they're your one and only (even if they know they're not).
Songs To Strip To: Alt-Girls Edition
Posted by Iso
Sunday 13 March 2022
Which alt-girl stripper archetype are you?
BDSM Bops: 15 Songs for Submissives
Posted by Iso
Tuesday 1 February 2022
From The Weeknd to Duran Duran, here's a playlist of atmospheric BDSM songs especially suited to subs.