Kink & Play
Few subjects have been as misunderstood as kink. This is where we cover it properly. You'll find grounded guides to getting started with power play, deep dives into specific fetishes, BDSM within art and culture, plus our favourite kink events around the world. Every piece is informed by expert voices from across the global kink community, because a subject this misrepresented deserves writing that gets it right.
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Kink for beginners: a couple’s guide to exploring together safely
Julian Marcus, somatic sexologist with 26 years of practice, shares how couples can begin exploring kink — from finding your core erotic theme to embodied consent and scene-making.
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How BDSM can transform your everyday relationships
Certified kink educator Ana Vaz explores how BDSM principles can strengthen everyday relationships, from clearer communi…
Berlin BDSM practitioners to know
Are you curious to explore BDSM? Berlin is probably the capital of BDSM in Berlin, offering an extraordinary diversity o…
Safe words, consent and aftercare explained
Professional dominatrix, Lady Vyra explains safe words, consent and aftercare: how to negotiate desires, communicate dur…
Femdom: a complete guide to female domination
Ana Vaz, a certified kink educator specialising in female domination, shares a practical guide to femdom for beginners a…
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Ready to explore kink as a couple but not sure where to start? A guided kink introduction session takes the guesswork ou…
Power dynamics in the bedroom: a beginner’s guide for couples
Curious about power dynamics as a couple? Chances are you've already been exploring them without realising it. Here's ho…
What is existential kink? And how to explore it
What if your “bad” habits are actually kinks? Your annoying patterns might be rewarding you. Here’s how to work with tha…
What is shibari? Japanese rope bondage explained
Discover what shibari is, its origins in Japanese rope bondage, and how people explore rope art, workshops and experienc…
What is shibari co-tying? Inside a real session
What is shibari co-tying? In this first-person account, I take you inside a real shibari co-tying session with two exper…
6 Things to ask this national fetish day
Whether you’re entirely new here, kink-curious, already exploring, or simply wanting to understand yourself better, tryi…
Soft BDSM: the art of surrender without pain
Soft BDSM is the doorway to a kind of intimacy you didn’t know you were missing. Here’s where to begin.
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