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Sh! – it’s not a secret . . . in fact I just absolutely love to Shout about Sh!

I just love shopping!!! . . . and of course . . . as I’m sure you’ll have guessed by now, I just love sex !!!

So when I heard that there was a “female-friendly sex shop” . . . for women, run by women . . . I knew I just had to investigate. Especially when I saw the name “Sh!”. I was giggling and smiling already!!!

And there was something immediately re-assuring about the look and “feel” of their Sh! Women’s Erotic Emporium . . . something homely and personal . . . and something welcoming.

I can “click-and-shop” just as easily as the next person, but as I browsed I was delighted to discover that their actual physical, bricks-and-mortar, shop was located almost exactly half-way between work and home. So delighted that I knew I just had to investigate! I mean there is nothing quite like touching and feeling the goods in person is there!!!

ModestyWalksToShJan2514So . . . “take me there please” I instructed Hubby one Saturday morning. Yes . . . I know !!! . . . homely and personal and welcoming and YET I still had to go along with a chaperone, AND in broad daylight!!!  LOL!!! But, you know me, I am shy at first . . . “It is a sex-shop after-all” I told  him.

But I needn’t have worried because the instant I walked through the door I was greeted with a warm “hello” and a wonderful smile from the young lady behind the counter . . . AND offered a coffee or cold drink. (“We never had that sort of welcome when you took me to that [High Street Chain] shop in Oxford Street, did we???” I whispered to Hubby).

That lovely friendly and helpful approach continued, and put me instantly at ease, as I started to wander around the shop and start looking at, and touching and squeezing, the array of toys and things on display. And there really is lots to look at . . . vibrators (in all shapes and sizes), dildos and strap-ons (in all shapes and sizes), whips and paddles, condoms and lubes, books and cards, corsets and lingerie, leather and lace . . . and so much more.

We ventured downstairs and I selected several basques to try on . . . receiving expert help from one of the lovely ladies who advised me on the fit and which of the garments suited me most.

An hour, and two lovely bright pink bags later, I said my goodbyes and a giggling “Yes, definitely” reply to the farewells of “We hope we’ll see you again”.

And, of course, I have been back on lots and lots of occasions since!

But not just to shop . . . because the lovely ladies at Sh! also hold Erotic Evening Classes covering a wide range of sensual, erotically interesting subjects. Sometimes presented by the Sh! Girlz themselves, or sometimes by guest presenters (chosen sexperts in their field).

I’ve been along to several of the events, including Erotic Book Readings, the Blow His Mind, Dominatrix and the Strap-On classes and have always had a wonderfully fun and enjoyable time. The classes are held in the downstairs area of the Sh! shop and the informal nature of the presentations make for a sociable and entertaining, as well as an informative, experience. (And of course the complimentary glass of bubbly always helps!!!).

On each of the classes I’ve attended there has always been a wonderful cross-section of ages represented and I have certainly never felt out of place, and the relaxed and fun presentations make it so easy for everyone to chat and exchange stories and experiences . . . and there is always time for a quick browse-and-shop again upstairs afterwards (with the Discount Voucher included in the price of the class always proving very useful!).

So now you know why Sh! is one of my favourite places . . . and why I always leave feeling good about myself and with a huge smile on my face! Only nice people . . . and good times . . . do that for me!!!

But if you’re not in London and can’t shop in-store, I’m sure you’ll find Sh! On-line just as welcoming, and personal and easy to navigate around, as I do . . . so I highly recommend you visit their web-pages >here<. Oh, and why am I saying “personal” for a web-site? Well because many of the Sh! toys are actually produced and manufactured locally by Sh! to their own design. So when you see “Exclusive to Sh!” on some of the pictures on my “Sex Toys” page, you’ll now know just how “exclusive” they really are.

ModestyAblazeAtShJan2514I do so love Shopping . . . and I do so love Sh!!!

This was one of my very first Scavenger Hunt posts . . .  and I’ve since had lots and lots of fun adding more.

You can discover more of my strolls at my Scavenger Slideshow >here<!!!

Why not join in yourself? . . . Come on, let’s all dare to bare !!!

Scavenger Hunt Platinum Award

Xxx – K

Xxx – K

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Modesty’s Toy Review Round-Up: HedoVibes#24

IMG_28941Photo courtesy of Property Of Potter

Welcome to HedoVibes, a collection of reviews and giveaways that were posted in the past week or so from around the web. This is a collection of adult product reviews & contests from real reviewers. If you want to be included in the next edition start with the guidelines, then use the submission form.

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The “G-Spot Pleaser” Magic Wand Attachment from Lovehoney

As much as I love my Magic Wand (see my review <here>) for those occasional quick, “just need-it” moments, I do much prefer having something inside me. It just seems to make things feel more complete, and therefore, more fulfilling. So my curiosity was immediately aroused when, quite by chance, I stumbled across a mention of the Lovehoney G-Spot Pleaser Magic Wand Attachment.

ModestyLoveHoney3Watching the excellent Guide Video on the Lovehoney product page  was enough to convince me to make my first* purchase from the Lovehoney site . . . and I was certainly pleasantly surprised with the results, on all fronts.

The Wand Attachment arrived just two days after I placed my order, discreetly delivered in a plain external cardboard box. The internal box though is wonderfully colourful and glossy with a separate “How to use” guide leaflet.

ModestyLoveHoney4The bright pink attachment is made from a TPE skin-safe rubber material and despite feeling quite light and flexible, the curved g-spot stimulator shaft itself is actually quite firm when I squeeze it between my fingers. (And when I “squeeze” it inside as well! LOL!!!)

Attaching it over the head of my Wand did prove difficult at first, even following the perfectly clear instructions of applying my (water-based) lube liberally around the opening of the attachment. Like everything though, it’s become much easier with practice, and there is no need to worry about it becoming loose, or vibrating off, during use.

The attachment is designed to fit any 7.5 inch head-circumference Magic Wand (mine is actually a Sh! Magic Wand Vibrator) and the excellent Lovehoney Guides are the perfect way to check your wand compatibility if, like me, you are buying the G-Spot Pleaser separately.

ModestyLoveHoney2Once fitted I immediately found myself getting excited even as I was applying more lubricant to the shaft of The Pleaser. The leaflet instructed me to “start slowly” and “gently trail the head along the inside of my thighs” . . . but the anticipation of my “first test” had me directing the shaft between my lips within a few seconds (LOL!!!). And with just a few adjustments of position and pressure . . . and some adjustments to the speed and pulse-settings of my wand . . . I was soon coming with the first of several orgasms. The insertable length is 4 inches and the circumference 3.5 inches around, but I certainly didn’t feel any sense of needing “more”.

I’ve enjoyed several more “plays” since that first occasion two weeks ago, both on my own and also sharing the fun with Hubby. The Pleaser can be used as an anal stimulator as well, and I’ve also discovered that just holding the rubber base itself against my lips is a wonderful alternative to the normal clitoral stimulations of my wand.

I have found that after use, the rubber does seem to attract fluff from the bedsheets, but a quick clean and then popping it straight back into the box means it’s perfectly ready for next time. And I’m sure there will be lots and lots of next-times.

*Highly recommended, and the Lovehoney site is so easy to use, and find one’s way around, that I will certainly be buying more from them in the future.

ModestyLoveHoney1Modesty Rating: 9 out of 10
Material: TPE skin-safe rubber
Flexibility: Flexible
Phthalate Alert: None
Contains latex: No
Waterproof:  Submersible
Length: 6 inches
Insertable Length: 4 inches
Circumference: 7.5 inches (Shaft girth = 3.5 inches)
Ease of Use: Easy
Lube: Water-Based Only

Buy Link: Lovehoney

Xxx – K

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Modesty’s Toy Review Round-Up: HedoVibes#21

SAM_3006Photo courtesy of BeckAndHerKinks

Welcome to HedoVibes, a collection of reviews and giveaways that were posted in the past week or so from around the web. This is a collection of adult product reviews & contests from real reviewers. If you want to be included in the next edition start with the guidelines, then use the submission form.

Want to read more reviews? Check out HedoVibes for a list of the latest reviews and stellar reviewers. You can also follow on twitter for the latest round ups. HedoVibes is also accepting photo submissions for each edition.

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Modesty says Yes to natural lubricants

yes_logo_organic_lubricants_darkerAlthough it’s true to say that everyone is more aware of, and finds it far easier to buy, lubricants nowadays . . . I’m sure that many people still take for granted the actual content of what they are spreading all over their most delicate, and sensitive, bits.

I’m now ashamed to admit, that I probably did !!! . . .

That was until I met the lovely Lavinia and Susi of Yes Natural Lubricants at their stand at Eroticon 2013.

YesWater25SideOf course what first caught my eye was the wonderfully stylish and attractive packaging . . . but after just a few minutes listening to Lavinia explaining the ingredients and technology involved in producing what was inside those lovely bottles, I was convinced I just had to try.

And now, nine months later, I just wouldn’t use anything else.

For me the Water-based Yes is my preferred option, as (like all Oil-based lubricants), the Oil-based Yes is not condom-compatible. However, when I’m playing with just Hubby, I love using Yes’s “Double-Glide” suggestion of applying the Oil-based first, and then stroking the Water-based lube on top. It does indeed give lovely, long-lasting, ‘double-gliding’ satisfaction!!

Of course if you are confident that you are in a completely monogamous, relationship . . . (unlike yours truly! LOL!!!) . . . the Yes Oil-based lubricants may be all you need. And you can rest assured that unlike many other oil-based lubricants, which are often made from petro-chemical bi-products (like Vaseline) and simply coat the skin making a barrier underneath which bacteria can get trapped, Yes’s oil-based lube is made from natural vegetable oils. Their sweet almond and sunflower oils will slowly get absorbed into the mucosal tissue leaving your personals nourished and wonderfully soft.

And, which-ever your personal preference or the circumstances in which you are playing, both products are great for use with toys and the oil based lube is fine for use with Silicone toys. So, as I do enjoy toy-play . . . in company, and solo, from time-to-time . . . I always have both bottles handy in my make-up bag.

yes_water_groupOh, and that’s another big plus point! – you’ll never need to feel embarrassed at carrying a bottle of Yes in your everyday-bag. The design and look of the bottles and tubes are SO stylish and subtle, it will never be immediately apparent to the uninitiated just what wonderful contents are bottled within. And the Yes products are available in a wonderful array of sizes (from 25ml, 75ml, 125ml) and different packs and multibuy options.

So if . . . like me . . . you like to say “Yes” often . . . say Yes with the comfort and safety of Yes Natural Lubricants . . .

ModestySaysYesI have done a little product-demonstration video for my Video page >here< (or click the video screen above) . . . but you can find out more information about the complete Yes range of Natural Organic** Lubricants (and purchase them directly on-line) by clicking on any of the product pictures above . . . or from Sh! Women’s Emporium on-line >here< . . . or,  if you prefer, you can actually buy in person at the Sh! store in Hoxton, here in London.

Oh, by-the-way, I haven’t been paid for saying any of the above . . . I really do genuinely feel that more people should know about, and be using, products like Yes as their first choice of personal lubricant. And, in fact, I have bought and re-bought my Yes bottles from Sh! on a number of occasions since that original “Yes moment” in March . . .

OVERVIEW

Yes WATER-BASED Lubricant
Ingredients:
Water, Aloe vera*, Flax Extract*, Guar Gum*, Locust Bean Gum*, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Salt, Phenoxyethanol.
*Organically grown indredients.

Description:
– Natural plant-based intimate moisturiser and lubricant to alleviate vaginal dryness.
– Free from fragrances, colour, taste and residue.
– pH balanced for the vagina.
– Latex compatible.
– Certified Organic by the Soil Association (UK).
– A soft, clear bio-adhesive gel which adheres to the vaginal walls to lubricate and protect the tissues.
– Guaranteed purity through its certified organic status.
– Free of all known skin irritants (No glycerin, no petrochemicals, no parabens).
– Hypoallergenic: formulated to minimise the risk of allergies.

Yes OIL-BASED Lubricant
Ingredients:
Sunflower Seed Oil*, Shea Butter*, Sweet Almond Oil*, Bees Wax*, Cocoa Seed Butter*, Vitamin E.
(Also available with organic Madagascan vanilla extract).
*Organically grown indredients.

Description:
– Natural plant-based intimate lubricant to alleviate vaginal dryness.
– Lasting lubricity and glide, with a velvety sensuous feel.
– The natural plant-based alternative to silicone lubricants.
– No known side effects.
NOT compatible with condoms.
– Safe for use with silicone toys but not latex compatible.
– Plant oils and butters condition the skin with no need to wash off.
– Certified Organic by the Soil Association (UK) and approved by The Vegetarian Society.

So . . . all of the above makes me even happier to always say “Yes” . . . but don’t just take my word for it, visit the Yestimonials page for lots of personal recommendations from lots (and lots!!!) of other happy Yes-people.

**AND, finally, don’t miss the YesGarden for much, much more information on some of the delightful ingredients that are used in making my favourite lubricant!!!

I ALWAYS say “Yes” . . . Xxx – K

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The Cordless Magic Wand Massager . . . from Sh! Women’s Store!

1) THE MAGIC WAND MASSAGER: CORDLESS – from Sh! Women’s Store!

Though, of course, I do prefer the REAL THING, I do occasionally feel the need for some quick relief . . . most usually in the morning relaxing with the memories of a recent liaison with one of my lovers . . . and so find myself reaching for my Toy Drawer.

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The Cordless Magic Wand Massager is my newest Toy . . . bought recently from Sh! (where else!!! . . . and it most certainly fits the bill for “quick relief”.

I still prefer my toys to be portable and not restricted to having to find the nearest plug point. There’s nothing more frustrating, and passion killing, for me than having to unplug lamps or radio-alarm clocks etc when I do get that sudden urge for a solo-play. So, if like me, you buy the Cordless, rechargeable Wand, you will have to be prepared for a long, patient, first-time charging schedule. The lovely Rene at Sh! had warned me it needed 10 hours to charge . . . and it did . . . but then for something so powerful, I suppose it is only to be expected that it would need a lot of energizing.

It is certainly not discreet in size (but then I do like “large”), measuring just over 12″ in length from the bottom of it’s long and firm handle to the top of it’s lovely head (LOL!!!). In fact the pliable-silicone “head” is not just nice to feel, but at two-and-a-half inches in diameter, is a wonderful size as well. No fiddling around to find “just the right spot” with this throbbing and pulsing beast – it is the perfect size to roll and rub all over my sensitive bits. And I love to do just that . . . I’m not just a clit-sensitive lady . . . I like to be stimulated all-over so the wand’s extra-large head is certainly Magic for me.

I also love the weight, and feel, of holding it in my hand. It may be just be a psychological thing for me, but wrapping my fingers around it’s solid girth helps transport me to that “other place” where I start to glide and float into my own world of strong, and firm, and slow and passionate thrusting and stroking.

There are just two control buttons on the handle. One to turn on and, eventually, off (LOL!!!) and the other to control, with just one push at a time, the 10 different speeds and pulses. It really does have a mind-boggling, and senses-tingling, mixture of pulsing and throbbing patterns. In fact, I did find it slightly off-putting at first as I experimented with the different settings. (See my own interpretation of the different sensation-ratings below!) But after several excursions with my Magic Wand, I now find the variety of stimulation zones can be quite fun depending on what mind-set I am in at that particular moment. In fact pushing the button at a given moment in my “play-dream” can change the path of my imaginary situation to an unexpected direction . . . and climax.

There are times though (and this is really my only criticism of the Magic Wand) when I find myself squeezing the button to the next setting and then suddenly feeling that I want to return to the throbbing and pulsing I was just experiencing, BUT there is no “back” button . . . so it is a question of having to, quickly, push-push-push through the next 6 settings to get back to the start, and find my rhythm again . . . and sometimes . . . !!!

It is not exactly a quiet toy either. Of course, once again, you would have to expect that something with so much “power and speed” in it’s engine would not run without a little operating-noise. And certainly when I held it against my nose (my “touch test”) on the shop floor when I first tried it out at Sh!, I didn’t feel the buzz was excessive. But for some it may take a little getting used to at first . . . though, as Hubby always points-out, I am NEVER quiet when I am playing . . . so I don’t find it interferes with my concentration level.

So, if you think you are sometimes in need of something a little extra, something a little stronger . . . and something a little more intense in your vibrations . . . I would certainly recommend The Magic Wand Massager.

Modesty Rating: 8 out of 10
Material: Plastic, Silicone
Phthalate Alert: None
Actual Length: 311 mm / 12.25″
Diameter (at widest): 61 mm / 2.42″ (massage head)
Batteries: Available as Rechargeable or Mains plug operated.
Plugs Supplied with Toy: Yes
Intensity: Wowser!
Volume: Can’t be heard above music
Weight: 315g
Ease of Use: Easy
Speeds: 10 (Modesty Rate 1 = Continous nice; 2 = high intensity speed increase; 3 = intensity then 3 pulses, then intensity, then repeating; 4 = fast and slow vibrations: 5 = slower pulsating; 6 = stop start pulsating with fast vibrations, then repeating stop start etc.; 7 = pulsating rapid vibrations; 8 = slow 20 pulses and then quick burst of vibrations, then repeating slow etc.; 9 = mixed combination of pulsing & vibrations; 10 = pulsing shudders!!!)
Offers: Escalating speeds & different pulse patterns (see my Modesty Rates above)
Waterproof: Splashproof
Lube: Water-Based Only

Buy Link: Sh! Women’s Emporium
Wand Massager: Cordless

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