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A BDSM spreader bar on a shelf with other BDSM toys.  The shelf has a photo of an intimate couple.
Novelty & VarietyAug 27, 20267 min read
What Is a Spreader Bar? Safety & Couple Roleplay Ideas

Spreader Bar 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Safe and Intimate Restraint Play Curious about incorporating a spreader bar into your intimacy? Discover how to safely introduce this restraint tool with beg...

Two people sitting at a round table discussing the use of the Ball-Gag
Novelty & VarietyAug 25, 20269 min read
How to Use a Ball Gag: Psychology & Beginner Roleplay Ideas

The Psychology and Beginner Play of Ball Gags A ball gag is far more than a simple kink accessory; it is a tool that alters communication, facial expressions, and the psychological dynamic between ...

A man and woman sitting on a bed holding hands and talking about BDSM play.
Novelty & VarietyAug 20, 20266 min read
Six Types of BDSM Play and the Velora Products That Fit Each One

When exploring BDSM, it is helpful to look beyond product labels and consider what specific sensations, power dynamics, or types of novelty interest you and your partner. Research has shown that BD...

A woman sitting on a bed contemplating consensual non-consensual fantasies
Novelty & VarietyAug 13, 20269 min read
What Is a Forced-Sex Fantasy? The Misleading Claim in Netflix’s A Toxic Love Story

Consensual non-consent (CNC) is a form of adult roleplay that simulates coercion or resistance, but it requires explicit, informed, and continuously withdrawable consent from all participants and m...

A couple discussing their the use of sex toys for intimacy.
Novelty & VarietyJul 20, 20268 min read
The Best Couples’ Sex Toys: From a Snowman Vibrator to a BDSM Kit

When searching for the best couples’ sex toys, the most important question isn't about finding the strongest motor or the longest feature list—it is about whether the toy will help you and your par...

Two people communicating consent before engaging in BDSM
Novelty & VarietyJul 17, 202611 min read
What Is BDSM? Consent, Safety and Lessons Beyond Fifty Shades

Discover what healthy BDSM actually entails beyond mainstream media stereotypes. Learn about the importance of consent, respect, and communication for beginners.

A woman holding the lipstick vibrator, with a different location it has been at each corner.
Novelty & VarietyJul 9, 20266 min read
Is a Lipstick Vibrator Discreet Enough?

Wondering if a lipstick vibrator is actually discreet? From crossing international borders to a surprising encounter with airport security, discover why the Velora Lipstick Vibrator is the ultimate...

A woman on a bed with a rainbow of thoughts about sex toys above her
Novelty & VarietyJul 4, 20269 min read
How to Choose Your First Sex Toy: A Beginner’s Guide

This guide provides a comprehensive and encouraging roadmap for beginners looking to purchase their first sex toy, emphasizing that taking charge of one's sexual health can lead to greater happines...

Best Beginner BDSM Kit for a Confident Start
Novelty & VarietyJun 11, 20266 min read
Best Beginner BDSM Kit for a Confident Start

Find the best beginner BDSM kit with body-safe essentials, consent-forward guidance, and elegant tools that make first-time exploration feel safe.

A woman at a sex toy store looking at different sex toys for sale
Novelty & VarietyJun 11, 20266 min read
How to Choose Body Safe Sex Toys for Women

Learn how to choose body safe sex toys for women with confidence, from materials and care to fit, comfort, and beginner-friendly picks.

BDSM & Mental Health: Explore Kink Without Old Wounds
Novelty & VarietyJan 28, 20269 min read
BDSM & Mental Health: Explore Kink Without Old Wounds

Calm, consent-focused conversation can be the starting point for integrating BDSM and mental health. TL;DR You’re not broken for wanting BDSM; research suggests kink interests are common and not...

Yes No Maybe List for People-Pleasers: Explore Kink Safely
Novelty & VarietyJan 28, 20268 min read
Yes No Maybe List for People-Pleasers: Explore Kink Safely

A calm, clothed check-in outside the bedroom can make yes/no/maybe conversations feel safer and less pressured. Maybe you’re the one who says “Whatever you want is fine” in bed and then lies awake...

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