Lovehoney Beginner's Soft Bondage Kit (3 Piece)

I got this to introduce some light teasing with my partner and it has been very sensual.

The cuff wrap and the blindfold feel silky and smooth against the skin and are very comfortable. The feather tickler is great to touch when used and is very good quality. I was apprehensive to begin with as I thought the feathers may fall out easily, but not a very good quality tickler.

Overall, this set provides a sensual delicate introduction to teasing enjoyable for both partners. I'm not that confident in dominating, but my partner enjoys being dominated every now and then and this made me feel really comfortable to begin dominating.

Bondage, what is it? Well, when typed into google the first thing to come up was 'the state of being bound by or subjected to some external power or control. 'Scary right? Well, if you're interested in experimenting, wish to add a little 'bondage' to your relationship, without your SO running for hills, then look no further.

We were lucky enough to receive this set free when purchasing another item. Thanks Lovehoney. The set includes a feather tickler, satin wrist cuffs and a satin blindfold, all we needed to indulge in some sensual exploration, aka bondage.

The Lovehoney tease soft bondage kit arrived in the classic, no-frills Lovehoney packaging, a clear cellophane packet. Each item has a cardboard tag with hints and tips, nice touch.

Bound me:

The wrist restraints are essentially a long piece of satin material. They work perfectly, offering a 'restraint' without the hassle of locks, not something we are into personally. To be honest it scares the hell out of me. These, however, very much appeal. They are not only aesthetically pleasing. They are also comfortable to wear and don't leave any visible marks on the skin.

Blind me:

Okay, so if you're not interested in a 'sleep mask' that's usually referred to as a blindfold, you'll be pleased to know Lovehoney's done it again. This is a blindfold. Made from a beautiful satin material, it not only looks good, it feels good too. Unlike others, it has hidden structure which is easy to pose around individual facial features, enabling a contoured fit. (No peaking.)

Tease me:

Last but not least, the feather tickler. Oh the feather tickler, It's delicate, it's delightful, it's divine. I absolutely love it. Please do NOT be fooled by its diminutive size. The mass of fluffy feathers will drive your lover crazy with delight,and they'll long for it to stroke over again and again. Only once you've experienced the fullness and fluffiness plump will you discover just why. The round handle makes it very comfortable to hold. And as it's petite it's perfect for travel.

Not every couple looking to explore sensual exploration is rough and ready, or in fact ever wants to be, and I'm glad Lovehoney has recognised this niche in the market and produced this set. It couldn't be more perfect for couples like us looking to explore into soft bondage and sensual play. We have certainly enjoyed using this set.

I received this kit for free when I ordered a toy from the desire range – thanks Lovehoney! We enjoyed trying it out and think it would be a good starter kit for bondage beginners.

Blindfold:

I find that the problem with a lot of blindfolds is that it’s very easy to peek out the sides or the bottom. This blindfold is made from a stiffer material at the part that covers your eyes and had some wiring in it, so it’s very easy to mould it to the contours of your face to make sure that you definitely can't peek.

However, if you’re new to using blindfolds and would rather be able to see out the bottom a little bit, you can adjust it to make that possible too. It’s very versatile and I think it’s suitable for both beginners and those with a lot of experience.

I thought the underwiring might mean that you’d have to compromise on comfort, but it’s actually very comfortable to wear. The material is very smooth and feels nice against your skin. The parts that you tie are made of silky satin which feels lovely, but you have to be careful when tying it to make sure that it doesn’t unravel easily.

Tickler:

This ticker is made of lots of small fine feathers and it feels incredibly full, soft and fluffy. It's tiny, but don't let that fool you - it's still very effective. It's so relaxing and you can create different sensations by switching between long sweeping strokes, swirling it over the skin and varying the pressure. When brushed over you quickly, it feels like a gentle breeze blowing over your skin.

It feels lovely and soft and it never gives that horrible itchy feeling even if you stroke the skin very lightly. If you get your partner to wear the blindfold and then use this it's guaranteed to heighten their nerve endings.

I love the little handle as it makes it look like a luxury item. Even though it's very small, my partner (who has big hands) had no trouble using it. It feels solid, and the clear plastic combined with the metal looks classy and high-end and makes the gorgeous fluffy feathers stand out. It looks luxurious and I think the handle looks quite similar to the Lelo Tantra tickler.

It’s so petite and cute that I don’t think anyone could be intimidated by this, so I think it would be perfect for people who are new to using toys and props. It’s also the perfect size if you don’t have much storage space or privacy (I’ve noticed that some other ticklers have quite long handles and would be difficult to hide) and it’s perfect if you want a treat to take with you on your travels.

Silky handcuffs:

I think this type of restraint is perfect for those who have never tried bondage before and are looking for something quite vanilla. The material feels amazing, it’s so silky and smooth and it feels lovely against your skin.

I think it looks much less intimidating than leather look restraints or metal handcuffs, and you don’t have to worry about losing a key. It’s very easy to use, as you just put the person's wrists above the loop at the centre and then feed each end of the ribbon through the loop, pull through and tie. Alternatively, you can just wrap it round and tie it without using the loop.

Overall:

The items in the kit are all very good quality and we really enjoyed using them. I don’t think it would be suitable for those who are more experienced/advanced in bondage, as you mind find the items in this kit a bit too tame, but it’s brilliant for beginners. I’d highly recommend it to those who are considering trying a little light bondage.

I received this kit free with a toy from the desire range. Thanks, Lovehoney! I actually was sent the blindfold in red and the purple handcuffs to test, but you can never have too many of either.

I was really impressed with both items before, so expected to be equally as impressed with the black kit. We only own one other tickler, but it tends to be used as an aid to relax me before bed rather than being used for sensory play, so I am happy to have another that can be used for its intended purpose.

This kit arrives in clear packaging with a simple Tease by Lovehoney sticker on the front. Same as the individual items. I like minimal packaging myself as it’s less waste. This packaging is also housing all three items together at the moment, so they’re easy to reach when I wish to use them. All three items come with an attached information leaflet. Inside the leaflet there is a reminder to determine a safe word before experimenting with bondage, which is great as these items are beginner friendly.

I’ll start with the blindfold as this is the item we will use most. My partner in particular loves to be blindfolded and has started asking for one to be used on him quite regularly. Blindfolds are great for building suspense and heightening sensations, especially when they block out all surroundings as this one does. This blindfold has wiring underneath the built-in eye mask that can be adjusted to fit any size or shape face. Once the blindfold is in place, the wearer of the blindfold can simply pinch across the bridge of their nose to mould the blindfold into their face to ensure they can’t see underneath it. Being in complete blackout is something we worked up to trying, but we can’t get enough of it now. It really adds some extra excitement to any playtime.

The underwired part is my favourite feature of the blindfold as it differentiates it from the typical blindfolds that can be doubled as sleep masks. This blindfold keeps its shape perfectly despite multiple uses on two different sized faces. The satin ties are very soft to the touch and have an almost shiny finish. It’s really comfortable to wear and both of us feel at ease whilst wearing it. The overall design is simple and classy and will match pretty much anything you could be wearing in the bedroom. There are absolutely no negatives with this blindfold and this will be used probably as much as my red one. Maybe I will give my partner this one as just his and keep the red version all for myself.

Now onto the silky handcuffs. We are still experimenting with restraints and tend to stick to just wrist restraints, but these are incredibly versatile ties that can be used in whatever ways your imagination leads you to try. We have tried metal and Velcro cuffs, but they tend to be uncomfortable after a while, and although metal does the job they annoy me as they’re clanky and loud. My partner doesn't like them anymore either. Softer ties like these are probably the best kind of restraints to use for beginners as they’re not very intimidating, but these would also work well with the more experienced user if they get creative.

Just as we did with the purple version, we put these through a thorough testing just to check they were just as great in terms of build quality, and happy to say they are. These restraints can withstand a tug or two. I am not worried about them tearing during use. They’re really comfortable to wear, and I’d say they feel very luxurious. The restraints have ample length for you to try out different things with or simply to tie a nice bow. They are very straightforward to tie. You simply pull the restraint through the loop on the front of the restraint and tie a bow. The ends are tapered to ensure a perfect bow can be formed.

Now last, but certainly not least, we have the tickler. This actually surprised me when it arrived as it was a little smaller than I had pictured and I thought it looked quite cute. This is definitely not intimidating and would be perfect for couples new to bondage. The other tickler we own has a plastic handle and is a lot longer, but I think I actually prefer the shorter and sturdier handle. It is palm size and would be perfect for a travel tickler. I expected it to be heavier than it was due to the part metal handle, but it is pretty lightweight. It looks quite similar to the tickler made by Lelo, giving the impression this is more of a luxury item.

The tickler itself is made from lots of small feathers, feeling incredibly full, fluffy and soft. It is in no way itchy, nor is it moulting yet, which is fantastic as our other one has started to loose some of its body after a few months of use. Placing a blindfold on my partner first, this tickler is guaranteed to heighten his nerve endings. I usually trace his arms and chest first and work down his stomach to the insides of his thighs and it receives great responses each time. I love this being used against the inner thighs. Nipples and gently down my spine. It really helps to build anticipation and I think a tickler should be an essential to everybody’s toy box, whether they’re into bondage or not.

All three items suggest luxury and quality. In my opinion nothing in this kit can be faulted. I’d highly recommend anyone new to bondage or otherwise to get this.

It is great, looks luxurious, classy and elegant, and it's great for those who like to lightly sauce it up.

Fantastic blindfold - soft, glossy, functional and extremely comfortable. Comfortable ties as well. All very nice who want this gentle touch of Fifty Shades without going crazy on the whips.

For those more comfortable with the dark fun of bids, this kit is probably a bit too vanilla (however, the blindfold is top notch!).

It is an excellent kit for those who want to try the soft bondage but don't want to be intimidated. The whole kit is classy and sexy, and not too dirty for my taste.