Synergy Issue 24 July/August by Synergy Magazine

WINGS OF PLEASURE! NEW SATISFYER MEN WAND.

Welcome to the mid-year Synergy trade issue! The big 2019 ORION Sex Report reveals some interesting behavioural pleasure product statistics. You can read the comprehensive results based on 14,000 German citizens and discover their top 3 toys are the humming and buzzing vibrator, then the dildo, followed by the cockring. Pipedream have expanded their Ultimate Dolls range and added Mia and Bianca to the fun family - we’ve compiled a small overview of the features and benefits.

In 1993, LA based Scott Taylor left the studio Digital Playground and founded New Sensations and Digital Sin which focused on shooting new adult movie talent. Both studios are hugely successful and now, years later, Scott has founded and owns multiple awarded companies including adult toy manufacturer NS Novelties. Synergy profiled Scott and the studio New Sensations which continues to produce original in-demand content. Synergy is an adult retail industry trade only publication for adults 18 years an over. If you would like a copy or require more for your staff, please email us your details.

Synergy is published five times yearly and is posted free of charge to all qualifying adult retail industry participants in Australia, New Zealand and greater Asia. All material in this magazine is subject to copyright and cannot be reproduced in part or full without written permission from the editor. By submitting an unsolicited contribution or you are invited to contribute by us to Synergy Magazine, you agree to provide us with a licence to reproduce your material, including images, in print and electronic media with the right to edit written material. Articles and advertisements express the opinion of the authors and are not necessarily those of Synergy Magazine. ABN 90 929 416 369.

And whilst on that theme, Synergy also profiled adult actor Seth Gamble, giving some insight into his experiences and current take on performing in adult movies. As always, we hope you enjoy this edition, we’d love to hear your feedback, and don’t forget to always send us announcements about your company, products and staff!

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FEATURE - The Big Orion Sex Report 2019....38 FOCUS - New Sensations....44

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Hires Former 2XU Executive Launched by realestate.com.au Founder Gerrard Giummarra over 25 years ago, Wild Secrets claims to be Australia’s biggest online retailer of adult toys and sexy lingerie.

While tough economic conditions have seen several big-name Australian retailers fall out of the race, Wild Secrets is continuing to run laps around the competition.

Eros Lubricants has secured Calvista as its exclusive distribution partner for Australia and New Zealand.

With an impressive resume also including management positions at behemoths BHP Billiton and premium eyewear company Luxottica Group (home of Oakley and RayBan), entering the business of pleasure may seem left-field.

“The global sexual wellness market is expected to reach around $39 billion in five years,” says Dobbyn.

Not so for Dobbyn. He believes the industry has a place in the lives of everyday mums and dads, singles and couples – adults of all sexual identities aged 18 to 80 and beyond. “Wild Secrets will become the go-to destination, a one-stop shop catering to a diverse and inclusive customer base for whom sexual wellness is as much a pillar of health, like nutrition, exercise and sleep, as it is just plain fun,” he says.

Windor Wholesale was founded in 1999 and has expanded from erotic magazine sales to an extensive distribution network for sexual health and wellness manufacturers. David Watt, Windsor Wholesale GM, praised Rock Candy’s aesthetic and its potential for market growth. “Rock Candy is very playful and affordable,” he said. “We are looking forward to bringing more profits to our Australian and New Zealand customers, in addition to fun for their consumers.” 6

Among the Rock Candy product lines to receive a push are the Candy Stick collection, Sugar Daddy silicone dildos and the Candy Shoppe point-of-purchase display, replicating a vintage candy dispenser and featuring individually wrapped dildos and cock rings. Tracy Leone, Rock Candy’s director of sales, enthused about the new business opportunity. “We look forward to working with David and his team, who have a fantastic reputation as a leading Australian distributor,” she said. “Their commitment to outstanding customer care and brand

Eva Siebert, international sales for Eros commented to say that the company “looks forward to growing [their] brand in Australia and New Zealand,” further praising Calvista for their extensive customer reach and for having “the best service and marketing of brands in the region.”

Adam & Eve Director of Business Development Bob Christian describes it as a “perfect match”.

Calvista unveiled the Eros range at Adultex and reported that the brand was wellreceived by attending retail partners.

“Wild Secrets and other stores in the group are well-established, successful, growing and renowned for their quality products and exceptional customer service, much like Adam & Eve,” he says. “We are very excited about the future, especially with Will Dobbyn managing Australian operations. “We will soon be bringing more fun and better sexual wellness to adults on almost every continent!” www.wildsecrets.com.au

Secure Australian Distribution with Windsor

Rock Candy Toys has signed Windsor Wholesale to expand the company’s reach into Australia and New Zealand.

Calvista will carry the entire Eros line including its Bodyglide, Lylou and Megasilk brands.

In acquiring Wild Secrets and sister companies including lingerie stores Fantasy Lingerie and Linspree, as well as men’s sex toy store FGMO, Adam & Eve has created the world’s largest online adult retailer.

His appointment as Wild Secrets General Manager follows a landmark deal in which the company was acquired by its USA counterpart, Adam & Eve, to form the largest online sex toy retailer worldwide, rather fittingly on Valentine’s Day this year.

“The openness of Australians to try new things coupled with their rapid adoption of eCommerce creates the perfect conditions for exponential growth.”

Calvista Secures Eros Exclusive

And there’s no sign of slowing down.

Now Will Dobbyn, former executive from sports apparel brand 2XU, is on track to take these pleasure products mainstream and, in the process, lead Wild Secrets towards unprecedented growth.

“Wild Secrets already has over one million loyal Australian customers and this is just the start.

In his first month, Dobbyn has already led Wild Secrets, which also has a presence in New Zealand and the USA, towards recordbreaking year-over-year growth.

success will bolster sales for all parties and spread the Rock Candy love to an even wider range of enthusiastic consumers. We thank the entire staff at Windsor Wholesale for their support and excitement.” www.windsorwholesale.com.au

CalExotics Strike Gold in Australia CalExotics won big at Adultex, Australia’s leading adult industry trade show. The pleasure products company took home two prestigious awards; Company of the Year and Best LGBTI Range for their COLT collection. The awards were presented during the 15th annual Adultex trade show. Adultex is the southern hemisphere’s largest gathering of adult industry manufacturers and retailers. This exclusive 3-day event showcases the best new products, and the latest innovations in sexual pleasure and wellness products. Susan Colvin, Founder and CEO of CalExotics, says, “We are ecstatic! These awards mean so much to us. Thank you to our customers and retail partners in Australia. You are an integral part of the CalExotics family and we appreciate your support.” CalExotics is the world’s most trusted name in pleasure products. With 25 years of expertise, CalExotics is a brand name that industry members and consumers trust. Along with their

impeccable reputation, CalExotics also partners with other leading brands to bring high-quality products to the market. One of their long-standing partners is COLT Studio Group, a leader in all-male erotica with a strong presence in film and all-male products. COLT’s brand is indisputably recognizable and has garnered worldwide acceptance. COLT’s President and Creative Director, John Rutherford, believes, “We make products for the masculine all-male customer with strong, bold and sexually erotic items. This is our focus and we stay true to that.” With this at the heart of the CalExoticsCOLT partnership, the COLT range has become a staple in the LGBTI community. “Winning the Best LGBTI Range award is truly an honor. Our goal is to provide products that embrace the spirit of self-fulfillment for people in all walks of life, and this award tells us we are on the right track!” adds Colvin. www.b2b.calexotics.com

“We anticipate an exciting future for Eros in Australia,” said Roger SheldonCollins, General Manager of Calvista. “Many of our valued customers remember Eros Bodyglide and we foresee immediate uptake of the range across both retail and online. Eros stands for uncompromised quality — not only in their products, but the way they do business. We are extremely excited with this exclusive partnership, as the new arrangement will drive growth for the lubrication market in Australia and New Zealand. Sheldon-Collins further affirmed that retailers would receive marketing support and “creative POS material in-store and online.” www.calvista.com.au 7

trade news UK Age-Verification for Online Pornography Starts in July

XR Celebrates 20 Years of Business Success

The UK will become the first country in the world to bring in age-verification for online pornography when the measures come into force on 15 July 2019.

XR is thrilled to be celebrating its 20th anniversary this year following two decades of steady growth and expansion. Founded in a residential garage in 1999, the award-winning company has grown to include XR Brands, one of the industry’s most trusted manufacturers specializing in fetish, kink and BDSM gear, and has become the go-to source not only for quality products but also expertise for how to sell and promote these in-demand items. XR Brands is known industry-wide for its wide array of quality products with more than 3,000 items and 38 brands – including the multiple-award-winning Master Series collection, Mistress by Isabella Sinclaire, CleanStream enema gear, Tom of Finland pleasure tools, the high-tech, multi-function Thunderplugs line, Thump It thumping toys, Booty Sparks bejeweled anal plugs, and many more. “We’ve catered to every in-demand, underserved, and profitable category in the business with competitive pricing, strategic marketing integration and the kind of expert customer service that helps make our customers’ jobs just a little easier,” XR Brands President Rebecca Weinberg said. “Our signature BDSM-focused brands continue to flourish and help retailers increase revenue with next-level gear. Once shoppers ‘outgrow’ the beginner basics, they need expert brands they can depend on. That’s how XR Brands gives

◊ Porn sites must check age of users or risk facing sanctions. ◊ New approach is the first of its kind in the world, and puts in place the same protections that exist offline. ◊ Stricter measures in place to protect users’ data and privacy.

our supply chain an important competitive advantage.” What especially sets XR apart – and provides XR Brands with a distinct competitive advantage – is the company’s unique knowledge of what BDSM really is, and XR Brands continues to focus its design and production on this market. “Many of our staff live the scene and use the gear we design, develop, and manufacture,” Weinberg said. “We genuinely understand the needs and desires of the community and rather than guess or pick-and-choose which products

we should make, XR Brands takes user and customer commentary to heart. We are so proud of what we’ve accomplished, and we’d like to thank our loyal customers and supporters for helping XR Brands reach this milestone.” Weinberg and the XR team will celebrate their 20th anniversary during July’s ANME Show with specials at the XR Brands booth, and an invite-only party will take place in the evening of July 14 to express to their customers their utmost gratitude for two decades of loyal support. www.xrbrands.com

shortlisted at ORIAS 2019

Lovehoney has been shortlisted for the Australian International Conqueror award at this year’s Online Retail Industry Awards (ORIAS), commending the company’s continued work in the Australian market. Run by Australia Post, the awards recognise businesses that are making waves in the online retail space. The 8

International Conqueror award celebrates those who are based in Australia but are taking the world by storm and making inroads into international markets. Lovehoney is the only adult company to be shortlisted within any category and is up against mainstream industry leaders in the fashion, skincare and children’s toy market.

Rob Godwin, Australian Director and General Manager at Lovehoney, comments, “We are thrilled to be shortlisted in this year’s ORIAS awards, recognising the international footprint that Lovehoney is continuing to build in Australia. Since launching in Australia in 2013, we have become the leading online retailer for sex toys and adult products, and it’s brilliant to see our efforts commended at such a prestigious award”. www.lovehoneytrade.com

It means that commercial providers of online pornography will be required by law to carry out robust age-verification checks on users, to ensure that they are 18 or over. The move is backed by 88% of UK parents with children aged 7-17, who agree there should be robust age-verification controls in place to stop children seeing pornography online. Websites that fail to implement ageverification technology face having payment services withdrawn or being blocked for UK users.

The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) will be responsible for ensuring compliance with the new laws. They have confirmed that they will begin enforcement on 15 July, following an implementation period to allow websites time to comply with the new standards. The Minister for Digital Margot James said, “Adult content is currently far too easy for children to access online. The introduction of mandatory age-verification is a worldfirst, and we’ve taken the time to balance privacy concerns with the need to protect children from inappropriate content. We want the UK to be the safest place in the world to be online, and these new laws will help us achieve this”. “Government has listened carefully to privacy concerns and is clear that ageverification arrangements should only be concerned with verifying age, not identity. In addition to the requirement for all age-verification providers to comply with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) standards, the BBFC have created a voluntary certification scheme, the Age-

verification Certificate (AVC), which will assess the data security standards of AV providers. The AVC has been developed in cooperation with industry, with input from government”. Certified age-verification solutions which offer these robust data protection conditions will be certified following an independent assessment and will carry the BBFC’s new green ‘AV’ symbol. Details will also be published on the BBFC’s age-verification website, ageverificationregulator.com so consumers can make an informed choice between ageverification providers. www.gov.uk/government/news/

L.A. Pump Secures LonBrook Distribution L.A. Pump, the makers of male and female pumping products has announced a new distribution deal with Melbourne based LonBrook. Commenting on the deal, Michael Bassett, Managing Director at LonBrook stated, “At LonBrook, pumps for both males and females have long been one of our most consistent sell-through categories. We are thrilled with this new supply agreement; it enables us to distribute superior quality product from a premium US manufacturer. LA Pumps are in demand and have been requested by our customer base. We are awaiting the arrival of their products as eagerly as our customers. They're renown for superior quality and durability and its pre-demand shows this is a brand that educated and primed consumers are after.”

L.A. Pump has long been a well-known adult toy manufacturer which offers a unique line of handcrafted, diamond cut, polished flame cylinders for enlargement of the penis, penis balls, nipples, and foreskin through hyperemiation (Vacuum Pumping). The increasing demand of their products among customers are now crossing boundaries, and through this new deal, the company is hoping the capture the imagination of the Australian market also. Chris Kalev, co-owner at L.A. Pump, “We are truly honoured to have LonBrook as our distributing partner in Australia. Michael and LonBrook have a wonderful reputation in this industry, and we are really excited

to work with them. We hope that this new partnership strengthens our brands together by opening up new customer demographics that are ready to latch onto our products.” L.A. Pump offers one of the widest ranges of cylinder sizes in the industry. All vacuum pumps are made of high-quality materials and are easy to clean. The pumps are said to be helpful in treating impotence, premature ejaculation, and increase sex drive & sexual performance, and have been recommended by doctors for these purposes. www.lapdist.com www.lonbrook.com 9

trade news Satisfyer Air Pulse Technology Patents Registered Satisfyer report that their Air Pulse technology has recently been registered for patent for the markets Europe, Canada, Mexico and Australia and further publications like in the USA, China, Russia, South Africa are imminent. From now on Satisfyer is proud to present the corresponding patent number of the Air Pulse technology.

"The registration of our patents becomes clear to our distributor partners and thus have a positive effect on the retail trade. We can now begin to sue all copies of our technology in the marketplace and will demand in the next few weeks, the first claims for damages," stated Jerome Bensimon, Vice President of Sales. www.satisfyer.com

Satisfyer Acquires Worldwide Penthouse Trademark Satisfyer report that for the first time, Hearst Publishing, the leader in women’s fashion and beauty magazines, chose to partner to try a new direct marketing approach. 35,000 subscribers were given the chance to opt-in to receive a full-sized product with their April issue of Elle magazine, featuring Taylor Swift on the cover. Those who jumped on the invitation received a free Satisfyer Pro Traveler, in a tailor-made pink box. The product reads, “The Next Sexual Revolution”. This unique experience is a novel concept for the receivers of the subscription box and for the givers, Elle and Satisfyer. The first feedback confirmed that this operation was incredibly successful."

Satisfyer earns worldwide trademark rights as of 1st January 2020 for the magazine brand Penthouse. With this cooperation EIS not only secures the permanent product usage right for the Penthouse brand, but is also main supplier of all Penthouse Stores, which are currently being opened worldwide. Eis reports that as a company with the highest level of customer satisfaction, they are one of the leaders to make the service and the products even better in order to provide the customer with incomparable quality. “The Penthouse brand has a worldwide excellent reputation; thus we are able to offer the best possible service in combination with our two strong brands EIS and Satisfyer. We see great opportunities for development to create an even more excellent experience of

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Jeff MONTGOMERY Liberator, International Marketing Manager

Martae HUNTER Sliquid has named Martae Hunter as its new Executive Liaison.

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comes to product creation and content marketing. I’m prepared to bring years of experience to the table and to our international clients.”

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Julia KREISMANN Effective immediately, Julia Kreismann will be supporting the team of ORION Wholesale with sales and marketing in Eastern Europe. The native Russian has a German Business Administration Degree and has been working in the industry for three years and is already known by many people. ORION Wholesale is one of Europe’s most successful erotic wholesalers with an extensive bestseller assortment in special packaging designs. The wholesale provides its customers with its own labels, quality-controlled products and customer-oriented product development, but also with customised promotional material, such as catalogues, flyers, posters, product testers and displays. ORION Wholesale also stands for fair and stable prices, high availability, and competent and service-oriented advice. ORION Wholesale has customers all over the world and the wholesale team is available for them every day. ORION Wholesale’s main focus is on a trusting, collaborative business relationship and personal contact. That’s why the sales team also visits their customers and have fixed appointments in their calendars for these visits that take them all over the world. Julia will spend most of her time in Eastern Europe focusing on existing customers, but also on new business acquisition. This guarantees that, from now on, Orion Wholesale can optimize its service for the Eastern European market as well. Customer satisfaction is and always has been the reason why the team works extremely hard to get the best results. www.orion-wholesale.com

Premium pleasure products manufacturer COTR, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of Kimberly Scott Faubel as the company’s newly minted sales director. Bringing more than 15 years of valuable experience in a variety of roles within the adult retail industry, Faubel joins the progressive company’s dynamic team of sex-positive and inclusive people. As Sales Director, Kimberly will be able to nurture the relationships with COTR’s retailers and contribute to a booming business while connecting with the very foundation of sexual health and wellness. “I am really looking forward to working directly with retailers and customizing a vision with our lines for each of them that is as unique as they are,” Faubel said. “I’m excited to increase awareness; not only an awareness of our brands and products but how important it is to be inclusive and informed when it comes to sensual health and pleasure. This role will allow me to focus on some of my favorite parts of this magical industry, including being able to support an effervescent sales team and collaborate on how we can be the highquality partners that our retailers and consumers deserve.” “Kim’s passion for inclusive sexual and sensual health is undeniable and makes

her a perfect addition to the COTR team,” COTR, Inc. founder and CEO Alicia Sinclair said. “I’m so excited to be working alongside her and am confident that she will continue to inspire the pleasure-products’ retail warriors with direct outreach and a passion that never waivers.” COTR, Inc., which recently won the 2019 XBIZ Award for Progressive Company of the Year, is renowned for its sex-positive, inclusive approach. According to Faubel, it was the company’s values that drew her to the role. “I have always admired COTR’s message; body-safe products for everybody,” she said. “I am drawn to like-minded people who put the focus on improving lives in every way with education, body-positivity, and sexual wellness. Alicia Sinclair has built brands that I am proud to stand behind and the COTR team is inclusive — when I think of this company, I immediately picture smiling faces, and who wouldn’t be drawn to that energy?” www.COTRInc.com

Liberator Bedroom Adventure Gear, a leading brand in the sexual wellness category announced that it has hired Jeff Montgomery as its new international marketing manager. Montgomery will oversee all marketing and business development efforts for Liberator throughout the European, Asian, and South Pacific markets, the Atlantabased company said today. Montgomery brings more than three years of experience working with online adult retailers. He began his career with Atlanta-based Fort Troff working as the E-Commerce and marketing manager. Montgomery transitioned from marketing to content development with a focus on growing the company’s presence on Amazon. “This is such an exciting new venture for me,” Montgomery said. “When I started in this industry, I never thought that I would be working for one of the most reputable luxury brands in the industry. Liberator has always been a go-to brand when it

In his new role, “Montgomery will employ an aggressive growth strategy in markets outside of the United States,” states CEO Louis Friedman. “The international demand Liberator products has steadily increased since we introduced our vacuum compression technology which has allowed for all packaged Liberator products to fit on standard retail shelves and reduces shipping costs for international retailers. These positive changes have created a strategic need to bring someone like Jeff aboard and growing our business presence overseas.” Montgomery will work closely with the company’s existing network of international accounts to extend brand awareness and customer engagement. He will also be instrumental in steering international sales, new client onboarding initiatives, developing new business relationships, and supporting the company’s current client base of retailers and distributors as well as attending trade shows worldwide. “Jeff has a track record of success, and we are fortunate to have someone of his calibre and are excited to welcome him to the Liberator family,” says Friedman. Montgomery will be based at the Liberator corporate office in Atlanta and will work with representatives and distributors worldwide. www.liberator.com

According to the company, Hunter has been brought onboard to provide crucial assistance in the day-to-day performance of Sliquid’s Dallas based headquarters. Along with direct support to the executive leadership, Hunter will work closely with the Sliquid customer service, warehouse, sales, and marketing teams to help streamline projects and provide synergistic coordination to the daily operations of the office. “I have known of Martae and his talents for a while,” Sliquid CEO Dean Elliott said. “Through interaction with me at his previous employer, I was immediately impressed with his professionalism and ability to warmly engage me in conversation while delivering exceptional customer service.” “I knew very early on that he was eventually going to be on team Sliquid and here we are,” Elliott added. “I look forward to having his bright disposition and attentive attitude around the office.” Hunter will play a key role in alleviating some of the workloads of various departments at the Sliquid corporate office. Under the direction of Senior VP Colin Roy, Hunter will be developed into his position with ongoing cross-training in all department tasks. His desire to learn the ropes and take the initiative makes Hunter the perfect fit to successfully liaise with Sliquid leadership, employees, vendors, partners and customers alike. “I am especially honored for the opportunity to work with such an innovative company, producing the most natural women and men’s sexual health products,” Hunter said. “Given a chance to use both my professional and personal skills, working alongside the creative minds at Sliquid, marks an extraordinary and exciting new chapter of life for me.” www.sliquid.net

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The look inside the German’s toy boxes reveals that 50% of the participants have one to five sex toys in their nightstand, 23% own six to ten pleasure-givers and 10% even up to 20. 5% have an even greater collection while 10% stated that they own no sex toy at all.

ORION asked and almost 14,000 people answered! The result is the big ORION sex report 2019 that is all about masturbation and sex toys. And let us tell you this, it reveals a lot of surprising results. 38

How do the Germans tick when it comes to sex toys & masturbation? The erotic specialist ORION was curious and has therefore used the media available to the company to take a look inside toy boxes, ask for

shopping preferences but also find out where the participants prefer to be touched, how often they touch themselves and what kind of aid they use to please themselves or their partner.

The results are a colourful, varied, partially surprising, but in any case, very erotic potpourri that proves: love, eroticism and the world of sex toys are multifaceted and everyone enjoys them their own way.

The pole position belongs to the humming and buzzing vibrator: 75% of the participants stated that they own one. Ranked second, with a large margin, is the dildo, which can be found in at least 54% of the households. However, the cock ring makes a very close third place. The small but effective helper is part of the sex toy inventory of half of the participants. There is also a growing trend for joy toys for the backdoor: 36% of all participants own an anal toy – the younger they are, the more often they

have one. Quite surprising is the result for men’s toys like masturbators and prostate toys – they barely made the top 10 although more than half of the participants were male. It seems that men who stated that they own a sex toy were also talking about the toys that belong to them and their partner equally – such as dildos and vibrators. Playful variation comes in first place for most of the sex toy users: almost two thirds of all participants stated that they like to experiment with sex toys, use them to freshen up their relationship or to just enjoy some intimate moments with themselves. Surprisingly enough, the desire to experiment is predominant for women while men rather use sex toys to freshen up their relationship. 10% of all participants simply 39

Focus enjoy the stimulation at various pleasure hotspots that they can’t tease and please on their own or simultaneously during lovemaking with their partner. 5% of the participants see a sex toy as a guarantor for orgasms. Very rarely, sex toys are used for medical reasons e.g. erectile dysfunction or strengthening the pelvic floor muscles. Sex toys are just like shoes. You don’t need a ton of shoes but if you have them, it’s nice to take them out once in a while. The same goes for sex toys. Some people always use the same toy, others like to purchase a new one here and there. But how often does a new sex toy find its way into the toy boxes? Almost a quarter of all participants buy a new toy for their collection once a year and almost 20% twice a year. At least 8% add a new toy to their collection more than once a month and 22% not even once a year. This not only shows the longevity of sex toys but also that, apparently, they often come in groups.

Sometimes the inner values are not the only things that matter. ORION wanted to know which aspects are the most important when buying a new toy. Most of the participants pay particular attention to the material and the volume. The perfect sex toy should be as quiet as possible but at the same time be extremely powerful: power was considered just as important as a stylish design, a highest possible functionality and of course the price. And who would’ve thought? Women value a powerful motor more than men who pay more attention to design. ORION wanted to know at which spots men like to be stimulated to reach an overwhelming orgasm. The most important hotspot for most men is in fact the glans. That’s no surprise as there are 4000 nerve endings running together at the sensitive tip of the penis. The male family jewels are far behind on second place when it comes to the most favoured pleasure spots. Those who think that only women get aroused when their breasts are touched, will be quite surprised by the ORION sex report’s results: The nipples are the favourite pleasure spot for 29% of the men with the backdoor as a close runner-up. Third place for the favourite pleasure spots of men belongs to the prostate – 21% like to be stimulated there. However, most of the men don’t want to commit themselves to only one spot: about one third of the male participants like to experiment with various spots and don’t want to tie themselves down to only one. The clitoris has only one main task – give women pleasure. And most women attach great importance to their clitoris: it’s hardly a surprise that the clitoris easily makes the top spot of the most favoured female pleasure spots. It has 8000 nerve endings overall, which are twice as much as the male glans has! And still,

for many men the female body remains a mystery. The clitoris is extremely sensitive, no doubt, but the ORION sex report shows that the female body also has many more erogenous zones. The legendary G-spot is the favoured hotspot of the female body for 48% of the women, but the sensitive nipples play an important role as well. The stimulation of the A-spot, an extremely sensitive area between G-spot and cervix, gives at least 15% of the women ecstatic pleasure while the stimulation of the area around the opening of the urethra, the U-spot, makes 8% of women go wild. Experimenting and discovering is definitely a thing at the moment – 24% of women don’t want to commit themselves to only one favourite pleasure spot and like to experiment with various hotspots.

more men than women use only their hands to please themselves. About one third of the participants also like a combination of both and just

as much change between their hands and toys – whatever suits their needs. By the way, an above-average number of participants used the free text

field to give an answer that was not available to select: the shower jet is extremely popular among a lot of the participants.

Let’s get to the climax, shall we? How well does solo sex do when it comes to the big O? More than half of all participants reach an orgasm quicker during masturbation and 23% come more often on their own. The simple reason for the latter might be that they just have

sex with themselves more often than they do with their partner. Solo sex also has some advantages when it comes to the intensity: every fifth person experiences a more intense orgasm during masturbation. Not just a few even stated that they always have an orgasm

when masturbating but not during sex with their partner. There are, on the other hand, at least 20% who barely feel any difference between orgasms from masturbation and orgasms they have with their partner.

The current ORION sex report shows that there’s a growing trend for doing it yourself. Especially for men, masturbation is quite literally an everyday activity! On average, 10% of the participants masturbate every day. This rather refers to men, however, who masturbate far more frequently than women: almost 20% of the men play with themselves every day but only 1% of the women claim to do so. This is particularly apparent among the younger participants between 18 and 34 years. But, once again, age matters: the older they are, the closer men and women get when it comes to the frequency of them masturbating. Take matters into one’s own hands or just sit back and let others do the work? No, we are not talking about work life, but rather about the masturbation preferences of our participants. There is no clear trend, however. Using only the hands is slightly ahead with 58%, only 42% use toys when masturbating. What stands out is that significantly

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A Synergy interview with Scott Taylor -Founder/CEO New Sensations

Founder/CEO: Scott Taylor Founding Year: 1993

City: Los Angeles Staff Count: 25

www.newsensations.com How and when did you start? I started New Sensations in 1993 based on a concept I had to shoot new girls. I called it Video Virgins. The series was an AVN winner for Best Pro-Am Series. I learned to shoot, edit, light and take pictures based on doing that series. Since then I also started Digital Sin after I left Digital Playground. I created the Virtual Sex Series which was the first interactive DVD product. I signed Peter North to do a series called North Pole. I “discovered” Nic Andrews who would go on to win multiple AVN Awards for his movies. I “discovered” current Evil Angel director Johnni Darkko, who was my cameraman that I handed a video camera to and had him finish a scene. Jeff

Mullen was my PR guy and would go on to be a highly credited director. I “discovered” Greg Lansky and Mike Adriano when they came to a booth we had at a European Convention. I gave Nacho Vidal his first series called Killer Pussy. Jackie St. James is another award-winning director we discovered in a writing contest. Eddie Powell is the secret weapon that started as an editor here. Paul Woodcrest was a PA. New Sensations was one of the first studios to work with Manuel Ferrara and Shane Diesel. Contract girls were Jewel DeNyle, Carmen Luvana, Ashlynn Brooke, Chloe Jones.

That is just some of the people involved in New Sensations. We have also had great success with parodies by Lee Roy Meyers who had not directed before NS. There some great behind the scenes folks as well. I created The Romance Series which was the first XXX-rated love story series. I wrote The Flintstones and Scooby-Do parodies. I directed under the name Tyrone Shuz for years because I thought it was funny. I didn’t need credit which is why I didn’t put my name on so many products. There came a time that other people took credit for my work at Digital Playground so I put a name on what I did. In the Video Virgins days I went by I Diddit. I directed for many years. Now I just come up with ideas.

Focus What movie brands/ genres are you carrying and how are tastes evolving? We are currently focusing on Hotwife movies. This is the fastest growing kink in the Swinges/Alternative Lifestyle. It is built on the concept of cuckolding without any humiliation. Not necessarily a new concept but also not widely available. We are also shooting a series called In The Room where the viewer feels like he/she is there with the performers. They engage the viewer directly. It is a new version of POV. We continue to release fauxcest movies which are based in step-relationships. Our catalog is pretty vast and includes many different genres from Romance to Bondage. Genres continue to evolve but have a tendency to be hot for a while and then move to something else. There are the staples like MILF, Big Boob,

How has the technology evolved since when you started?

Anal, etc. I think the key is to so something nobody is really doing. That may mean doing it better than anyone else or doing it first and doing it well.

It went from VHS/Beta to DVD (there was a moment of CD-ROM which is where Digital Playground was born). 3-D porn had a moment. Now we are seeing some VR. I usually jump on new technology, but I am personally not feeling it just yet. Maybe I am old school, but it seems like a fad. But once it reaches its potential â&#x20AC;&#x201C; look out! It is where I got the idea to make the Virtual Sex and eventually the My Plaything series. It was a vignette that I saw on the Playboy channel. Plug in and get off.

I can imagine that everything has its life span. Beautiful women will always be the driving force. But it is also great sex. It should be/feel real. What makes sex scenes cool for me is when the performers are really into each other and what they are doing. I am not sure the VR is quite there yet. I think it can be eventually. If you could, one day see, touch and feel a VR environment and person, it would be amazing. It may also be the end of social interaction and dangerous. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know certain subcultures that are becoming more prominent and if I did I may be very shocked. But as far as more mainstream product I am not surprised by much. We tend to follow guidelines.

What are some of your best selling titles? My Plaything Series, Dark Angels 1-2, Groupie Love (G-Unit), The Submission of Emma Marx Series, The Office

How and to what countries are you selling to?

marketing via social media and web ads in the coming years.

We still sell DVDs to Europe and Australia but license the broadcast rights to many more countries. DVD is not what it once was, so we offset that by our membership sites, VOD and broadcast. Our movies are often edited and sold to the major mainstream cable company Showtime.

What percentage of your product do you think is sold as a DVD vs streaming or other digital media channels? How has this evolved?

How do you promote New Sensations? NS is well known to our customers. We are working diligently to promote ourselves in the on-line community where we are not known nearly as well. Some big companies were born on the web and we got a bit complacent being so prominent in more traditional markets. We have maintained a membership site for many years but it is well past time to sounds the trumpets even further. We plan to be more aggressive in 46

XXX, Romance Series, Tales From The Edge Series, Tales From The Heart Series and many more. We are doing very well with the Hotwife movies which is why we are focusing on the genre.

Favourite performers? Ashlynn Brooke, Jenna Jameson. I probably sound old saying that. Riley Reid is amazing. Tera Patrick, sounding old again.

How has the global market in terms of DVD distribution and retail sales evolved? DVD is slowing down. Many companies are gone now. It is still big enough to be a significant portion of the sales for a retail establishment and it is up us as content providers to keep the demand as strong as possible. We are swimming against the stream but it is still very viable.

Approximately 25% of our revenue is generated in DVD sales. VOD is doing well and the membership site are increasing. This is quite a bit different than years ago when it was closer to 80-90 in DVD. Consumers are raised on the web and porn is often free. We need to keep raising our bar to stay a company that people are willing to spend their money on. The model of giving it away to gather the eyes that you can advertise to has been very lucrative for some. We hope to attract a worldwide market so we can charge less per consumer but the mass audience makes up for it. Netflix is doing a great job of that as well as many others. 47

Focus How have the rights and conditions for male vs female actors evolved over the years? There are still the stand outs like Abella Danger, Lana Rhodes, etc. There are many more that come and go. Pay has risen for top male talent but has somewhat leveled for most female performers. Bear in mind that this rate 3-5 times higher than it was when I started…and we sell less. The success of the internet companies keeps it high.

What legal and compliance issues are there to deal with in regard to production and filming? Nothing new. We just need to maintain proper identification and releases. We are required to keep a clear record for any of our scenes.

Are there any country specific trends globally or are some countries more receptive to certain genres over others? More things are acceptable in Europe than in the US but generally I have not noticed a trend towards anything unique to a region. But maybe it is because we don’t make fringe products. Those Germans and what hell is going on in Japan?

Have you or associated individuals been discriminated against due to your association with pornography? What can you tell us about the production of a movie. We have a fulltime talent coordinator who sees new girls and interviews them. She is also the one who gets locations and coordinates pay and so forth. The process begins at conception of the movie. Does it need a

script and to what length? Who is best for the roles? Do they need to come in for a reading? Do we know they can pull of what we need? What is the scope of the production? A movie can be shot in a week. Depending on the scope it can take a week to edit or over a

month for features. The director is often the camera man and the photographer. For bigger projects the roles are separated. I have directors on staff, so they understand the needs of the company for any given project. I think they are among the best in the industry.

I live in a world of discrimination. Bank loans are very difficult. There are several services which don’t want an association with adult. I am used to it. I have many people that judged me based on what I do. That was never more prevalent than when my kids went to a private school. That’s ok, there are many people that are intrigued or simply not

phased. When those people find out what I do then they share some very interesting details about their lives. I think there is an ease to discuss stuff that others might judge them. I won’t judge anyone if they aren’t hurting others. I am also not easily shocked but please don’t try. I’ve seen some things I wish I had not. Hurt me more than it hurt them I’m sure.

Court cases and has America evolved in regard to viewing/ consuming pornography? I have not been to court. I have been sued multiple times by patent trolls or money grabbing lawyers. I have business lawyers on speed dial. Essentially you can become a target the more you are known. Fame can be good and bad. I don’t generally do interviews because I don’t crave fame in any way, unless I was a rock star! I am still in lawsuits today. America has the internet to satiate all of its perversities. It seems pretty unregulated. We are so tame by comparison of what is available on the web. We just tend to find an audience that likes to buy what we are selling. The consumption seems to be very high but it just a matter of where and how it is served. Every country has its laws. Some have governing boards to approve what can be distributed like Australia. America lets you

do what you want until they don’t like it and then they come after you. It’s a weird obscenity law that is state by state and you don’t know if you have violated it until the trial has a verdict. Probably should not sell to Saudi Arabia but the black market must be crazy.

Where do you see the company now and where would you like it to be in 10 years? The company is doing well and with the moves we are making I would like to be prevalent on the web. I have no idea what 10 years from now looks like, but I like to believe we will be a part of it.

Advice for anyone considering making a commercial adult movie today? Know your market. It works best if you are a consumer first and understand what makes your movie special and the potential audience. Do/Make what others are not. Make it better. Make it first. Know how/where you are going to sell it. Work hard and work smart. Have an executable plan and realistic expectations. Be different, the same only gets muddy. Read a book called Blue Ocean Strategy to understand the concept of being first or better…or just trust me on this one.

CEO Taylor Made Enterprises One of the most memorable moments It’s a constant joy for me to watch people become successful. The money is nice but I am driven by success and the joy it brings to everyone who works hard to achieve it. There is often success found in failure. It’s a matter of how you view it.

Too hard to decide a favorite but one of:

What I like best about my job

Lord Of The Rings Trilogy Game Of Thrones

I have been in the adult industry for about 30 years. I was a long hair musician and had a hard time finding a job so I started selling VHS and Beta videos over the phone to stores. I started my first company in the late 80’s. New Sensations was started in 1993.

A typical day These days are a bit slower than when I started. I worked 12 hours a day for years. Now, I go to the gym in the morning and then go to work. I oversee multiple companies, so I field a lot of questions, problems, etc. all day. 50

My mother. She was an amazing woman that excelled at everything she did. She was always driven to be the best she could be. I can’t keep up with that legacy but it serves as inspiration.

I’m most proud of Some of the amazing people that work for me. I have some of the best people in the industry working for me now and have a long history of other greats that have passed through these doors.

When I’m not working I’d rather be

Favourite movie/TV show

Dresden Files Skin Game. Coolest series ever.

The most significant influence in my working career

Pacific Northwest – Washington/Oregon. Its magical. At one point, Los Angeles had everything I wanted. Now I want a peaceful life and that is where I find it.

I’m always working so I don’t know lol. I like to golf and play drums. I have taken to hiking now as well. I also enjoy being with family and friends at all times.

Last book I read

When and how

My favourite place

What I wanted to be A rock star. I moved to Los Angeles in the 80’s to be a heavy metal drummer. Some of the funniest years of my life were spent doing that. I am still growing up. My body ages but my brain still thinks I am a much wiser 25 year old.

What would most people not know Depends on how well you know me. If you know me then you would know I am an open book. If you don’t then you might be surprised by a lot of things lol. I am very empathic and spiritual.

The opportunity to be successful. I can’t tell you how many times I have been told I can’t do something or not that way or it won’t work. I like finding new ways and new ideas. I am a creative person by nature so innovating is exciting to me. So far so good.

If I could change one thing I believe that everything that has happened has gone towards making me into who I am. Sure I wish that there would have been an easier and less stressful path, but would the end result be the same. Adversity, in whatever form, builds character. I wouldn’t change a thing because I would not know how it would affect the outcome.

Focus Pipedream has added Bianca and Mia to their successful Ultimate Fantasy Dolls range.

Expands Fantasy Dolls Family

Bianca's has lush strawberry-blonde hair and stunning hazel eyes. Bianca is incredibly sexy from her pretty head down to her graceful feet. Standing at 5'4"(163cm), Bianca convinces with intricate eyes, supple lips, realistic pussy, posable joints and lifelike toes. Her entire body is supported by a superstrong stainless-steel skeleton that features moveable and bendable joints.

Movable from head to toe right down to her fingertips, Pipedream Products’ Ultimate Fantasy Dolls are carefully created to fulfil fantasies and inspire intimate pleasure on all levels. With true lifelike attention to detail and super-soft Fanta Flesh skin, Ultimate Fantasy Dolls are designed to deliver!

All dolls ship with care accessories such as body lotion, toy cleaner, revive renewal powder, a cleansing irrigator, USB heating wand, lingerie, cotton gloves, TPE vaginal inserts/masturbation sleeves, TPE material strip (for repair/ modifications), set of replacement press-on nails and a care and usage guide.

Mia comes complete with full hips, thick thighs, giant boobs and a luscious booty. Standing at 5'3", Mia compliments with her full- figured body, shrugging shoulders, realistic back folds, adorable face, and irresistible muffin top.

Bianca’s dimensions are:

Mia’s dimensions are:

Bust: 38” (96 cm) Waist: 24” (60 cm) Hips: 34” (86 cm) Cup Size: L Clothing: S/M Women’s Shoe: 7 (37.5 EU)

Bust: 41” (104.14 cm) Waist: 30” (76.2 cm) Hips: 37” (93.98 cm) Cup Size: G Clothing: M/L Women’s Shoe: 5 (38 EU)

Adult star

Adult Performer

Age: 31 Height: 5’11’ Weight: 170 lbs Residence: Santa Monica, California

My first scene I was In shock and awe. It was with Alexis Silver. It was a lot of fun for a site called bigtitcreampie.com and I knew from that moment I was where I was supposed to be.

Movie credits: 3000+ Awarded: »» AVN Best Male Newcomer

How has acting assisted me to evolve.

»» AVN Best Actor

It has assisted me quite a bit every time I’m on a set I get a new experience and with that I evolve in my thinking.

»» Xbiz- Best Actor -Parody 2x »» Xbiz Best Actor -comedy »» Xbiz Best supporting actor

Where am I now and where I would like to be

»» NightMoves Male Performer of the Year 2016 »» Inked Awards Best Sex scene »» Alt Awards Favorite Male Performer

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How I started In 2006 I was a male stripper and my boss gave me an introduction to Bangbros.com for a casting. I did my first 2 scenes and they went well and I was offered a contract. I stayed with them a little over a year and then made a decision to move to LA to work in the Mecca of adult and my journey has been awesome and I’m grateful for it.

How my performance changed over time Well I feel through more experience it has just become better as time goes on. I also went to acting school so that helped give me an education on what acting truly is and how to plug in to become the character I’m playing.

I’m in the best place I’ve been in my life as far as life goes. And now I feel I’ll always be where I’m supposed to be. First and foremost I want to continue to be the best performer I can and bring out the best in my scene partners. I would like to be a director/owner who brings the best out of talent and help them elevate themselves by working on my productions. I want to do what a lot of directors have done for me, help me grow as a performer In every scene.

What I like best about acting in adult movies Performing, creating, meeting new people, challenges, community.

What Im not so keen on Negative people.

Last book I read The alchemist.

Favourite TV Shows/Movies Prison Break, The sopranos, China Town, The shining, The Godfather Trilogy, Midnight Cowboy.

What I wanted to be growing up A Pitcher for the New York Yankees.

What I do when I’m not working I go to the beach and workout 4-5 times a week. I do help other people in need specifically those suffering from addiction which I struggled with until 2017. I also love hanging with friends, reading books, meditating and going on vacation when I can.

Reviews

PalmPower Plug & Play

Elegance Flex

Power Flower

Rimmers Model M Curved with Remote

Mia More

Peter

I first reviewed the PalmPower in the lead-up to Valentine’s Day 2013, where it came second only to the prohibitively expensive Eroscillator in my Top Three Mains-Powered Wands list. Back then, the PalmPower kicked its better-known contemporaries to the kerb thanks to its unique combination of being lightweight yet powerful – an unusual feature of plug-in wands.

We do enjoy an original sex toy, and Shots have delivered an absolute blinder with their Elegance Flex, which we were sent in a gorgeous bold red.

In 2018 German company Satisfyer extended their successful suction toy retinue – such as the widely lauded Pro 2 – to include a series of Satisfyer Vibes. These multi-coloured vibrators come in a variety of shapes and sizes, with names reflecting their appearance.

During recent talks with a TV production company, we managed to discuss analingus AKA rimming (pros, cons, extras) for no less than three hours. Yes, it was for an educational series on sexual practises in which every angle had to be covered (ahem), but still, even with my industry knowledge I was surprised how much there was to say on rimming.

BMS Factory

SHOTS

Unlike the Original PalmPower, the PalmPower Plug & Play can be powered anytime and anywhere via the portable included power bank rated at 2600mAh, meaning loads of power in one hour! There is an8 foot, (2.5m) USB cord attached to the PalmPower for more mobility. The USB Plug & Play features the same easy-peasy, can’t go wrong, one-button control as the rest of the line: simply press once to turn the wand on, press and hold for incremental speeds, and press once again to cut the power completely (an excellent feature for users unexpectedly caught in the act!). Fans of the PalmPower collection will recognise the ergonomic handle of the Plug & Play (great for women with small hands) and those unmistakeable PowerBullet™ vibes. Speaking of which, the bendable neck of the Plug & Play ensures that despite the fierce vibrations the user can easily control the intensity. Meanwhile, that same flexibility enhances the feel of the firm yet forgiving latex-free cap (removable for easy cleaning). Rather brilliantly you can buy replaceable caps online, as well as four extra silicone accessories. These are available in three separate packs – one named PalmBody, another PalmSensual, and the PalmPleasure – each containing two attachment options to build on your pleasure potential. The pink USB Power Bank for charging on the go, means you can enjoy all of the turbo plug-in power all of the time. For spontaneous fun at the press of a button we suggest keeping your battery pack fully charged. Enjoy!

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Satisfyer

The Flex is a double-ended dildo with an 8000rpm motor embedded in each end. To put this into context, the two settings on the original Hitatchi Magic Wand only clocked in at 4000rpm at the lowest and 6000rpm at its highest. No wonder Shots have named their ‘new generation’ motor model the F1! Indeed, Flex boasts twice the power of its legendary predecessor, twice over. Hurrah! The Elegance Flex is so flexible that you can bend it into a U shape for simultaneous vaginal and anal use. To achieve this appealing double-trouble experience, you might like to follow the aerobicsinspired mantra: ‘Squat and bounce, Ladies: Squat and bounce’! Thanks to its creative solo option, each Flex tip is shaped slightly differently: one features a pattern of tiny bumps, the other is mostly smooth to facilitate comfortable anal insertion. Although it falls way short of the 30–45cm of a usual doubleended dildo, with a length of 21.5cm you can still use the Flex between partners – if you can get yourselves in the right position, that is. And there’s nothing like a game of sexual Twister to get up close and personal, amirite?! Many double-ended dildos on the market are made from jelly materials, which have a strong scent, so we were relieved to read that the Flex was made of phthalate-free silicone. We were equally pleased to learn that in addition to being medical-grade silicone, the Flex was waterproof, thus ticking all the hygiene boxes for an anal toy. Of course, with these qualities it goes without saying that the Flex is an excellent toy for bath and shower play. Fully charged after two hours, Shots’ Elegance Flex provides 60 minutes of play over 7 pulsation levels and 3 speed modes. Twice over! To enjoy alone or with a partner, all you have to do is apply lube. Double-ended = double the fun. Where do we sign? www.shotsamerica.com

XR Brands

The red Power Flower caught our eye: with its tip of three fluttery petals (leaving a deep triangular space in the centre) we wondered if it would be more of a gimmick than a functional sex toy. Happily, it was surprisingly effective. First, there was the easy interface which dialled forward and back. This meant that instead of having to trawl through every available setting to return to the last buzz we liked, we just pressed…back (I know! Revolutionary). Secondly, If you’re not into direct stimulation – which many of us with a clitoris aren’t – then the Power Flower proved a fantastic alternative, as it circled and surrounded the area, simulating it with gentle flutters rather than drilling it mercilessly. And if drilling were your preference, you could still apply the straight edge of the vibrator for that classic hard feel. For foreplay, the Power Flower was great at caressing the neck, breasts and other erogenous zones. You could even use it to stimulate the tip of the penis and length of the shaft, and to tease the perineum and balls. And if you like having your armpits or feet played with, well… the Power Flower is an absolute must for all tickle fetishists.

So you can imagine how delighted I was to receive some timely input from XR Brands, who by complete coincidence sent me a motorised butt plug from their Rimmers™ range. After all, if a brand has invested all that time and money into developing a toy all about bum-fun, then surely the result has to be worth their shelf-space. XR have produced three rechargeable plugs under their Rimmers™ subline: Rippled, Smooth or Curved, each available in a Slim or Medium size. The Medium would likely be too big for a beginner, as it’s less the size of a butt plug and more the size of a small pegging dildo. It would also be too small for a greedy player, so yup, XR’s Medium label was right on the money! I received the Curved Rimming Plug, which like the others in the collection was waterproof and boasted a remote control with a reach of up to 30 feet. Taking the Plug into the shower, the remote came into its own when my partner had lots of fun playing with it – and me – from another room (all in the name of research, of course)!

Due to the unusual shape of the tip and the deep area created between the petals, for hygiene reasons the Power Flower being needs a thorough clean after use. Thankfully, it’s waterproof so this is easily done.

Again, just like its brothers my Curved Rimming Plug was made of bodysafe premium grade silicone and had a tapered tip for easier insertion. So far, so good – especially as the Curved model imparted really powerful vibrations against the prostate, just where it mattered. Top tip: hold the base of the plug while you’re wearing it, otherwise the inserted end might just spin round internally – which doesn’t feel very reassuring! That said, if you clench too hard you could burn out the motor, so equally, do go easy on those sphincter muscles.

Placed at an attractive price point, with their bright colours and unthreatening shapes the Satisfyer Vibes may seem directed at firsttimers, but they offer something different even for pros. And while the Power Flower will last far longer than a bunch of blooms, we guarantee you won’t – and in the best way. You have been warned!

The Curved Rimming Plug felt like a bit of a juggling act at times – especially since the controls could be confusing – but when it worked, it worked brilliantly. My favourite feature is the internal rotating beads at the base of the Plug, which imparted not quite a rimming sensation – even with tons of lube – but a damn good attempt at it. Promising.

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1. PalmPower Recharge

1. SUCK-O-MAT

1. Juicy Jewels Plum Pleaser – Purple

1. Frisky Bedroom Restraint Kit

2. PalmPower Pocket

2. SUCK-O-MAT RC

2. CleanStream Enema Bulb Blue

3. Pillow Talk Flirty Bullet

3. European Lover

2. Waterproof Wall Bangers Double Penetrator – Pink 3. Neon Luv Touch XL G-Spot Softees – Pink

4. Strap U Revolver Strapless Strap On G-Spot Dildo

4. PalmPower Plug & Play

4. Rebel Masturbator

5. Pillow Talk Racy Bullet

5. Top Set Bondage

6. The Mini Swan Wand

6. CC Bra Set

7. Pillow Talk Sassy G-Spot

7. AF Body

8. PalmSensual Attachment

8. BK Shackles

9. The Mini Swan Rose

9. BK Fetish Set

10. Essential Bullet 12-pc Display

10. CC Plus Body Ouvert

4. Classix Power Pump 5. Royal Rabbit Kit 6. Fetish Fantasy Series Lover's Fantasy Kit 7. Icicles No. 76, Rose Plug 8. Mini Wanachi Massager – Pink 9. Fantasy For Her, Tease n' Please-Her 10. King Cock - 6" Vibrating Cock Flesh

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1. Irresistible Mythical

1. Pretty In Pink

2. Satisfyer G-Spot Rabbit

2. Irresistible Invincible

2. Dancing Pearl Rabbit

3. Satisfyer Pro Traveler

3. Irresistible Kissable

3. Extreme Rumble Rabbit

4. Satisfyer Vibes Yummy Sunshine

4. Irresistible Seductive

4. Little Dipper

5. Pumped- Classic Penis Pump

5. Big Shot

5. Satisfyer Cockring 2

6. Ouch! Adjustable Leather Handcuffs

6. Cuddle Bunny

6. Satisfyer Vibes Mr Rabbit

7. Ouch! Handcuffs with Skulls and Chains

7. Disco Bunny

7. Satisfyer Vibes Master

8. Elegance- Dual Vibrating Toy- Purity

8. Evolved Remote Control Egg

8. Satisfyer Men

9. Elegance- Rotating and Vibrating Clit Stim- Dazzling

9. Wanderlust

10. Satisfyer Pret a Porter

3. Trinity Vibes Anal Trainer Set 5. Master Series Detained Soft Body Chastity Cage 6. Trinity Vibes XL Lubricant Launcher 7. Wand Essentials Flutter Tip Silicone Wand Attachment 8. Size Matters Max Twist Clit and Nipple Triple Sucker Set 9. Master Series Invade Deep Fisting Cream - 8 oz 10. Jesse Jane Pocket Pussy Stroker

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1. Satisfyer Pro 2 NG

9. Satisfyer Multifun 1

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10. On The Spot

10. Electroshock E-Stimulation G/P-Spot Vibrator

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M Distribution Mudgeeraba, QLD, Tel 07 5522 1950 www.metrointeractive.net.au

Calvista Melbourne Vic Tel 1800 012 221 www.calvista.com.au

Next to Nothing Sydney NSW Tel (02) 8213 0694 www.ntnaust.com.au

Claredale Distributors Melbourne Vic Tel (03) 9818 7736 www.claredale.com.au

Sensuous Paradise Point QLD, Tel (07) 5577 3590 www.sensuous.com.au

Fleshlight Australia Ormeo, QLD, Tel (07) 3493 0171 www.fleshlight.com

S(A)X Leather Adelaide, SA, Tel +61 474 835 124 www.saxleather.com.au

Fun Division Paddington, NSW, Tel 0416 875 908 www.fundivision.com.au

Sugar and Sas Melbourne, VIC, Tel +61 417 341 643 www.sugarandsas.com

LonBrook Melbourne, Vic, Tel 03 9466 8400 www.lonbrook.com

Windsor Wholesale Melbourne Vic Tel (03) 9464 3622 www.windsorwholesale.com.au

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ANME

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SEXPO

Aug 2 - 4

Brisbane, QLD

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Fetish Expo

Sep 14

Melbourne, VIC

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EroFame

Oct 9 - 11

Hannover, GER

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BUYERS GUIDE ADDICTION – DAVID BENDABLE SILICONE DONG

Made with silky soft silicone, David bends and holds any position. Strong suction cup, compatible with most harnesses. Ideal for pack and play.

INFINITY – SILICONE STRAPLESS STRAP-ON – RECHARGEABLE

Best seller, revamped, now comes with super strong USB rechargeable, waterproof bullet. 4 speeds and 5 functions. Use it on its own or insert into the silicone strap-on.

COMMOTION CHACHA - THRUSTER

RECHARGEABLE FRISKY FINGER

Dual vibrator, variable modes, incredible thrusting combined with a tried and true rabbit clitoral shape.

Classic Powerbullet® massager, updated with a USB rechargeable, waterproof bullet. 4 speeds and 5 functions. Available in purple and pink, perfect for couples and solo play.

SEX MACHINES WITH PLUGS FOR AUSTRALIA, EUROPE & UK NOW AVAILABLE BY REQUEST!

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CON STRUCTION

PAULIE

Smooth and flexible PVC, this phthalatefree, dual density Construction Worker is competitively priced, looks great and feels incredible.

PEPPIE

Smooth and flexible PVC, this phthalatefree, dual density Sparky is competitively priced, looks great and feels incredible.

WOODY

Made from smooth and flexible PVC, this phthalate-free, dual density Bricky is competitively priced, looks great and feels incredible.

Made from smooth and flexible PVC, this phthalate-free, dual density Chippy is competitively priced, looks great and feels incredible.

www.claredaledistributors.com.au THUMP IT KINETIC THUMPING 7X PLUG

The inner weight inside this rechargeable plug uses Kinetic Technology® to create an ultra-powerful thumping motion. Premium silicone, non-porous, phthalate-free.

MASTER SERIES PLEASURE FISTER

Long, TPR glove, each of the fingers is uniquely shaped for differing sensations. Compatible with both silicone and water based lubricants. CLEANSTREAM SILICONE BEADED LUBE LAUNCHER

6 bulb lube injector. The XL size holds over twice the amount of lube of most launchers. Non-porous, phthalate-free silicone and ABS.

LOVEBOTZ FLICKING TONGUE MASTURBATOR

Fulfil the fantasy to penetrate a vagina and feel a tongue within! Ultra-realistic with textured details. Silicone, ABS, and TPR.

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BUYERS GUIDE

HER RECHARGABLE BULLET

Offering a tiny size and huge power, Her Rechargeable Bullet has 15 vibration levels/patterns and is waterproof for fun in the shower, spa, or bath.

HER ULTIMATE PLEASURE

Combines suction, vibration, and a lapping tongue for powerful pleasure. Suction, Tongue, and Vibration can be used simultaneously or independently. USB.

HER FINGER VIBE

Petite vibe to be worn around fingers or panties. 10 vibration patterns, one-touch button operation, ultra-hygienic elite silicone, adjustable strap

HER POCKET BULLET

Small in size and big in pleasure, 3 vibration levels, battery operated. One button easy function and a waterproof design.

FLEXIBLE PLEASE-HER

Heightened flexibility to hug intimate curves and contours, deep, rumbling vibrations and nine functions. Smooth Elite silicone. USB.

PETITE TEASE-HER

Nine intense vibration patterns and whisper-quiet intimate stimulation with the press of a button. All-over erogenous pleasure. USB.

DUO WAND MASSAGE-HER

Two powerful motors provide dual options for deep vibrations and pinpoint pleasure. Ten vibration patterns for each motor, USB.

ULTIMATE CLIMAX-HER

Combines powerful suction and vibration, three unique pleasure attachments allow for a customized suction experience. USB.

JIMMYJANE FOCUS SONIC VIBRATOR

Powerful, high-frequency pulsing vibrations. 3 unique, interchangeable medical-grade silicone attachments. Pinpoint sonic tip precisely delivers highly concentrated vibrations, USB.

JIMMYJANE AFTERGLOW MASSAGE OIL CANDLE, 1. VANILLA SANDALWOOD | 2. MYSTIC MANGO HER PERSONAL SEX MACHINE

7 levels of dynamic stimulation, internal heating function! Powerful thrusting, vibration, and unique gyration, USB.

REMOTE SILICONE PLEASE-HER

Petite panty vibe, used with or without the remote control, nine patterns of vibration. Wireless remote control. USB

JIMMYJANE BULLETS RECHARGEABLE POCKET VIBRATOR

USB rechargeable, waterproof, bullet-style massager, discreet design that makes it perfect for intimate arousal anywhere. Enjoy 7 powerful vibration modes.

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3. BERRY BLOSSOM

Skin-nourishing formula liquifies into a rich, warm massage oil. The designer-inspired porcelain container warms the candle evenly, while natural soy allows for perfect temperature control.

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BELOU

Vibro-bullet provides double stimulation. Peasures vaginally and clitorally with its stimulation arm.

JAVIDA WARMING VIBE

Rabbit vibrator with stimulation grooves and a curved shaft. The clitoris stimulator pampers with its unique tongue wheel.

Y2T RECHARGEABLE MASSAGER FOR HIM

Warming function, rotation and vibration. Rechargeable prostate vie with dotted perineum stimulator and a retraction ring.

BLACK LEVEL VINYL TOP

Top with short sleeves and a stand-up collar. Slightly fitted at the waist.

SMILE REMOTE CONTROLLED PANTY VIBRATOR

Fits in your underwear. Small lay-on vibrator with a wedge-shaped part to spread labia and a penis-shaped shaft.

VIBRATING STAPLESS STRAP-ON

The shorter, thicker end is inserted into the vagina and held with the pelvic floor. The longer shaft can be used to stimulate a partner.

Y2T RECHARGEABLE MASSAGER FOR HER

Raised stimulating grooves on shaft,provides pinpoint stimulation of vagina or G-spot. Movable ears on rabbitshaped clitoral stimulator.

NEK MEN’S SHIRT

Classic black shirt with short sleeves and a small stand-up collar

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BUYERS GUIDE SATISFYER LOVEBALLS 3 PC DUAL INTERMEDIATE

Made of velvet touch, super soft silicone. Safety silicone retrieval strap. Easy to clean. Vibration effect due to inner core, Diameter 3.4cm, length 17.6cm, weights 60g, 75.6g and 91.6g. SATISFYER BEADS PINK BLUE

Body safe silicone anal beads. Withdrawal loop, Contains 2 sensual beads with different structures, increasing diameter, 20.5 cm long.

SATISFYER LOVEBALLS 3 PC DUAL ADVANCED

Made of velvet touch, super soft silicone. Safety silicone retrieval strap. Easy to clean. Diameter 3.4cm, length 15.6cm, weights 79.3g, 114.1g and 150.3g.

SATISFYER LOVEBALLS 3 PC SINGLE

SATISFYER PLUGS (PINK BLUE, BLACK)

3 flexible dildos made from high-end silicone, silk touch surface, thanks to their narrow tips and extra smooth soft texture, also ideal for beginners and explorers.

Made of velvet touch, super soft silicone. Safety silicone retrieval strap. Easy to clean. Diameter 3.8cm, length 12.6cm, weights 61.9g, 82.1g and 97.9g.

MASSAGER SWEET SENSATION

Multiple vibration modes, ABS and body safe silicone, USB rechargeable, waterproof.

MASSAGER DARK DESIRE

MASSAGER WHITE TEMPTATION

Multiple vibration modes, ABS and body safe silicone, USB rechargeable, waterproof.

SATISFYER C-RING 1

MULTIFUN 1 OCEAN BLUE

Vibrating, 10 mode, rechargeable, body safe, erection ring. Silicone, ABS, 7.5cm high

MULTIFUN 2 BONBON PINK

Satisfyer Partner Multifun toys for him, her and couples. Ocean Blue. Waterproof (IPX7), easy to clean and take care of, highly flexible material with Silk Touch Feeling.

MASSAGER PURPLE PLEASURE

Multiple vibration modes, ABS and body safe silicone, USB rechargeable, waterproof.

SATISFYER LUXURY HIGH FASHION

Luxury air pulse and vibration technology. Brushed aluminium, liquid silicon, ABS, 11 pressure wave programs and 10 vibration modes, 2 separately controllable motors, whisper quiet, waterproof.

SATISFYER LUXURY (1) PRET-A-PORTER & (2) HAUTE COUTURE

Luxury air pulse and vibration technology. Leather, metal, liquid silicon, ABS, 11 pressure wave programs and 10 vibration modes, 2 separately controllable motors, whisper quiet, waterproof.

SATISFYER C-RING 2

Vibrating, 10 mode, rechargeable, body safe, erection ring. Silicone, ABS, 5.5cm high.

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BUYERS GUIDE

IRR001-SEDUCTIVE

Super powerful 10 mode vibration F1 motor with flexible tip and Touchless Airwave Technology. USB, smooth, waterproof, medical grade silicone.

SEX001 KEGEL EGG

SEXERCISE Kegel Egg. Smooth medical grade silicone, insertable length 9cm, width 3.7cm. USB-rechargeable 10 vibration modes. Includes booklet.

IRR02 KISSABLE

IRR003 INVINCIBLE

Super powerful 10 mode vibration F1 motor with flexible tip and Touchless Airwave Technology. USB, smooth, waterproof, medical grade silicone.

SEX002 KEGEL G

Remote controlled G-spot vibrator. Smooth medical grade silicone, insertable length 14cm, width 3.9cm. USB-rechargeable 10 vibration modes. Includes booklet.

IRR004 MYTHICAL

Super powerful 10 mode vibration F1 motor with flexible tip and Touchless Airwave Technology. USB, smooth, waterproof, medical grade silicone.

SEX003 KEGEL RABBIT

SEX004 KEGEL WAND

Remote controlled rabbit vibrator. Smooth medical grade silicone, insertable length 12.5cm, width 3.9cm. USB-rechargeable 10 vibration modes. Includes booklet.

Remote controlled wand vibrator. Smooth medical grade silicone, insertable length 12.5cm, width 3.7cm. USB-rechargeable 10 vibration modes. Includes booklet.

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THE QUEEN SPARK

G-spot vibrator that packs a secret weapon – turbo boost mode – for a burst of intense vibrations.

Powerful mini vibe made with creamy smooth silicone. 20 vibrating speeds and functions. Rechargeable and waterproof.

THE QUEEN

Powerful mini vibe made with creamy smooth silicone. 20 vibrating speeds and functions. Rechargeable and waterproof.

THICK & THRUST BUNNY

Not your standard rabbit! Thrusting and expanding silicone shaft. 2 powerful motors. Rechargeable and waterproof.

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