7 body-safe (& super cute) sex toys for Libra season and beyond
Written by Betsey G
Pick up some ‘good vibrations’ & ‘new sensations’ from She Bop, an inclusive sex toy boutique.
Finding a sex toy that pleasures your body can be mind-blowing and life-changing for your overall health and wellness. However, as the sex toy market expands every year, picking one that’s “right” for you can feel as daunting as online dating. That’s where She Bop comes in.
Cheekily named after fun-fanatic Cyndi Lauper’s 1980s hit celebrating female masturbation and sexual empowerment, She Bop the shop is a sustainable, women-owned and gender-inclusive space filled with non-toxic sex toys. While there are two locations in Portland, She Bop’s all-embracing online shop has been rising in popularity during the pandemic.
As a matter of fact, She Bop’s General Manager and Sex Educator, Amory Jane, aka AJ, says:
“When people find what works for them, it’s very empowering — not just physically. Orgasms are a wonderful and healthy release for the body, so when someone finds a product that helps them do it by themselves or with a lover, it helps them feel more confident in and out of the bedroom.”
Moreover, AJ says her workplace is
"for people of all genders and identities to feel safe and focus on pleasure, empowerment, and education."
From vibrators to lubricants to books on sexuality, She Bop is committed to supporting BIPOC creators, carrying local Portland products and offering educational courses via Zoom.
Above all, She Bop sells some lovely, innovative and affordable sex toys. Libra season is upon us, which means it’s time for self-love and balance. So, here are seven seriously satisfying options:
1. Starsi by Cute Little F*ckers ($79)
Photo by (She Bop & Cute Little F*ckers)
“Starsi was designed by a trans artist,” says AJ. “It’s a really inclusive toy because it’s not phallic and can be used in a lot of different ways, such as grinding against it or using the points of the little stars.”
2. Radish by Hole Punch Toys ($68)
Photo by (She Bop & Hole Punch Toys)
This delightful radish-shaped butt plug is hand-sculpted, molded and poured in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Hole Punch Toys’ little root veggie is aesthetically pleasing, ideal for beginners and is simply a joy to play with. P.S. There's also a carrot-shaped one to fulfill your deepest farmer’s market fantasies.
3. iroha mini by Tenga ($25)
An amorphic and miniscule vibrator created by Tenga, a Japanese company that aims to “redefine pleasure as a part of natural self-care.” The itty-bittiness of the iroha mini makes it so you can take it literally anywhere. Plus, there are different colors available, so you can get it just the way you want it.
4. Butterfly Bliss by Good Vibrations ($29)
Photo by (She Bop & Good Vibrations)
Come out of your cocoon with this bohemian twist on the classic rabbit-style vibrator. Although “Butterfly Bliss” is only 7 inches long, its three intensity levels are surprisingly strong and invigorate Coachella-level stomach flutters.
5. Sweet Rush Vibe by Blush Novelties ($29)
Decorated with coffee, donuts and cats, this Blush Novelties vibrator offers a sweet and simple satisfaction. Not only is it adorable and budget-friendly, but its slim design and soft matte finish is just as easy to clean as it is to use.
6. NŌS by Fun Factory ($99)
Photo by (She Bop & Fun Factory)
“A fun part of my job is getting to try out samples,” says AJ. “But we knew we were going to carry Fun Factory’s NŌS before even getting the sample because it’s so unique and hasn’t been on the market before. It’s a rechargeable vibrating C-ring that’s stretchy and has two prongs on the top — instead of just being a block.”
7. Aer by Dame Products ($95)
Photo by (She Bop & Dame Products)
Aer — Dame’s little lavender thrill — is thoughtfully crafted for fans of oral stimulation. AJ says, “We carry all the big names and right now, we’re really loving Dame because their vibrators have such a cool aesthetic to them.”
All in all, self-pleasure plays a massive role in balancing out our well-being. Cyndi Lauper said it best:
“A bop a day keeps the doctor away.”
This statement rings loud and true at She Bop the shop, thanks to their dedication to body-safe products and sexual education. So, bop away and think of these wise words from AJ:
“A world filled with more pleasure is a world that’s better all-around, especially when people can literally take the power into their own hands.”
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