Toy Story (for Adults)
If history has taught us anything, it’s that sisters have been doing it for themselves for a long, long time. 28,000 years, in fact. I mean, I’m assuming it was sisters, but sisters or misters, they wanted to get their rocks off on, well, rocks. Discovered in Germany in 2005, this distinctly cock-shaped contraption was made up of 8 inches of rock-hard siltstone, proving that even in the Ice Age, women needed to plug the gap when their hubsters were off hunting woolly mammoths.
Thankfully, sex toys have come on in leaps and bounds since then.
The Different Types of Sex Toys
Whether you’re a sex toy virgin or want to expand your arsenal of titillating tools, below we explore a general overview of some of the most popular types around.
The Penetrative Vibrator
Anyone who loves cock will enjoy playtime with a penetrative vibrator. Shaped like an erect penis, these vibes come with different speeds and intensities, and can be used in all kinds of ways. Classically they can be inserted into the vagina to simulate regular sex, a slimmer one (or not) can be used anally if you like a bit of back door action. In fact, using a vibe while you’re having sex can produce the most explosive orgasm ever for both parties; she will feel fucked from front and back, while he will feel the vibrations of the vibe against his cock as he thrusts.
A great all-rounder, these vibes can also be used for teasing, and produce fabulous sensations on the nipples, clit, or gently but insistently pressing against the anal rim.
The Wand Vibrator
Used externally, the wand vibrator works in the same way as the penetrative, with the added bonus that it can actually be used as a massager. Much more discreet than a typical sex toy, the wand looks more than a microphone than a member, so it’s perfect if you forget to pack it away before your cleaning lady arrives.
The Dildo
Some women can’t cope with the sensations that strong vibrations bring, and a dildo is the perfect alternative. While many are shaped like a penis – complete with head, veins, and balls – others are far more discreet and resemble cute everyday objects. Ideal for women who love the feeling of having a muff full of meat, dildos come in all shapes and sizes, with girths and lengths that range from ‘that’ll do’ to ‘are you kidding me mother fucker?’
Clit Toys
As any woman knows, playing with the clit is a sure-fire way to get off, and even with the hottest penetrative sex most women will need that extra stimulation. Clit toys are designed to take care of that little path to paradise, and they’re a lot smaller than standard vibes so they can be easily carried in a purse or pocket.
There’s a plethora of pleasure toys designed just for the clitoris; some look like miniature cocks, while others are made to slip over the finger. You can get battery powered vibrating ones, manual ones, and even ones that suck and lick. Or how about ones that look like a run of the mill lipstick, so girls can nip to the bathroom during a boring meeting?
If you love being licked out, a suction toy will rock your world like never before, because these little gadgets replicate the mind-blowing feeling of a partners tongue running over the clit while gently (or not so gently) sucking.
G-Spot Toys
If you feel like Indiana Jones in search of the Holy Grail when it comes to locating the G-Spot, don’t worry; the majority of people, both men and women, have never found it. Don’t give up, though. As Indie himself said ‘X never, ever, marks the spot’, meaning the G-Spot is a hidden treasure that’s not easily found. It’s actually a part of the clitoris and is hidden deep inside, but it’s a quest that’s well-worth embarking on as once you discover a G-Spot climax – whether you’re on the giving or receiving end – you’ll never look back.
G-Spot toys can be manual or battery-powered, and are usually phallus-shaped with a slightly angled head. Once inserted, the head can be manipulated to find the right spot (a few inches inside the front vaginal wall…you’re welcome), and believe me, you will know when you’ve found it.
It’s not just the ladies who get to experience the thrills and spills (and there will be spills) of G-Spot orgasms, because the same toy can be used on men, too. A man’s G-Spot (his prostate) is located just inside the rectum, and the angle of the wand can create an orgasm that he will never forget.
Butt Plugs
If you’re new to back door action and are nervous about it, ease yourself in – literally – with a butt plug. Both men and women can use them, and they’re perfect for getting the body used to accepting objects into the anus. With a wider base so they can’t get lost, butt plugs come in varying sizes, but unlike vibrators, for example, they are designed to be left in for periods of time.
Adding a completely different sensation, butt plugs give the body a feeling of fullness which can add a whole other layer of sensations to sex. The anus is literally crammed with nerve endings, and using a plug stimulates them into a frenzy. It’s also a great stepping stone to using a finger, tongue, cock, or vibrator, because until your ass is used to being an entrance rather than an exit, it will automatically clamp up when anything comes near.
An added bonus to a woman using a butt plug is that, depending on the size used, it will actually narrow the proportions of her pussy, creating a much stronger sensation for her, and making her feel more tightly clamped around his shaft.
The Rabbit Vibrator
The Rabbit bounced its way into our lives in the 90s through Sex and the City, and it has been a firm favorite ever since. Giving women the best of both worlds, The Rabbit takes care of her internally and externally at the same time. With a long, thick shaft that resembles a wang (albeit it pink and sparkly), The Rabbit also has a pair of ‘rabbit ears’ on the front which will stimulate the clitoris simultaneously.
These toys have come a long way since the 90s though, and while some do still resemble the original (hey, if ain’t broke don’t fix it), others have adapted with the times. While the OG rabbit had a straight shaft, you can now get them with angled heads to reach the G-Spot, with suction devices that suck the clit while also simulating full sex, and even models that also include anal beads so she gets a triple thrill.
Anal Beads
Talking of anal beads, these are another great way to add more pleasure into playtime. Used in the anus, these beads usually vary in size, and as they’re pulled out they send the sphincter muscle into overdrive, causing it to open and close in quick succession. Suitable for men and women, they can be used during sex or masturbation, or are fantastic when utilized during a blowjob or cunnilingus.
Cock Rings
Whether you need help staying harder for longer or not, cock rings are a great toy to have in your sexual box of tricks. Cock rings can create bigger, longer-lasting hard-ons, and can be used solo or with a partner. A vibrating ring is even better, as it can create a vibrator-like sensation for your partner as well as you, while also making sex go on for longer – it can even be used over a dildo, vibrator, or fingers to work on the clitoris at the same time.
Are Sex Toys Just for Solo Use?
While sex toys are undoubtedly great for flying solo, they can be used to great effect in a relationship, too. Using sex toys together is an incredibly intimate thing to do, and can put the spark back into a relationship that’s lost its sexual mojo. Cock rings, for example, can save the frustration of too many quickies by helping him maintain his boner while she cums, and clitoral vibrators can help a man to bring his partner to orgasm if she needs external stimulation.
If you’re in a new relationship, don’t ‘whip out the wabbit’ on your first date or you’re likely to scare off your partner. Make sure you’ve had sex several times first; show him how much you love him playing with your clit, for example, and then try a toy specially designed for that. Or if you want to try butt plugs, pre-empt that by gently using your finger to play with her ass, and see how she responds before taking it further.
You might not have a clue about how your partner would react to a ménage trois with a toy, so you could casually bring it up in conversation by saying you read an article about vibrators/dildos/anal beads and see what they say.
Some people can feel threatened by the need to use toys, so it’s a good idea to reassure them about how good they are before you introduce them to your stash. Frame it as an extra layer to the pleasure rather than a replacement and they’re more likely to get on board.
Another way to make it about the two of you is to look for toys together; after all, they’re for both your benefits. Go online or go instore and have fun browsing; sex should always be fun and this is no different.