At first glance, the pineapple seems innocent enough — a tropical fruit known for hospitality, warmth, and welcome. But in recent years, this spiky golden fruit has taken on a much cheekier meaning in modern culture. If you’ve ever seen an upside-down pineapple on a shopping cart, a beach towel, or a porch decoration and wondered what’s really going on, here’s the story behind this surprisingly suggestive symbol.

🍍 A Fruit Rooted in Hospitality

Historically, the pineapple has been a global symbol of hospitality and friendship. In the 17th and 18th centuries, pineapples were rare and expensive, reserved for wealthy hosts who used them to show generosity toward guests. In colonial America, it became common to see pineapples carved into furniture or doorposts — a sign that you were entering a welcoming home.

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The Art Behind Wickedly Woven

At Wickedly Woven, rope is more than a tool — it’s a bridge between art, body, and emotion.
Born from a love of Shibari and a respect for nature, Wickedly Woven creates eco-friendly, hand-finished jute ropes designed for purity, strength, and connection.

Each strand is treated with care, from ethically sourced jute fibers to the meticulous conditioning process that ensures a perfect balance of softness and bite. Every rope that leaves our hands carries intention — to connect, to create, and to inspire.

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When breath becomes power, and surrender becomes worship.

In the world of BDSM, few tools embody the tension between power and trust as completely as the smother box. It’s an object both simple and provocative — a physical structure that invites one partner to surrender their breath, their space, and their control to another.

But the smother box isn’t merely a piece of equipment. It’s a psychological stage — one where vulnerability, control, and devotion intertwine.

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Few symbols in history carry the weight of both fear and fascination like the whipping post. Once a place of punishment and public shame, it now whispers to us from the shadows—inviting a new interpretation. In the world of bondage and sensation play, the whipping post is no longer about humiliation forced upon the unwilling. It is about chosen surrender, erotic intensity, and the exquisite thrill of restraint.

At Wickedly Woven, we see the whipping post not as a relic of cruelty, but as a stage for desire. A place where ropes hug the skin, where bodies are displayed in delicious vulnerability, and where every strike of the flogger becomes a kiss of fire against willing flesh.

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Introduction

The queening chair—also known as a facesitting throne—is a specially designed piece of furniture that allows one person to sit or kneel over another’s face. While its purpose is largely sexual, particularly within BDSM and kink communities, the queening chair also holds interesting cultural and historical dimensions. Often associated with dominance and power dynamics, its name references the act of “queening,” where a woman sits on a partner’s face as an expression of sexual control or pleasure.

This article explores the origins, uses, and evolving perceptions of the queening chair, shedding light on how design, sexuality, and culture intersect.

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Breath play—also known as erotic asphyxiation, air restriction, or breath control play—is a form of BDSM where one partner intentionally restricts another’s breathing to create intense sensations. It’s a practice that demands the highest levels of trust, communication, and caution due to its inherent risks.

This is not an activity for beginners. Breath play carries serious dangers, including brain damage, loss of consciousness, and even death. If you choose to explore it, you must approach it with informed consent, skill, and an unwavering commitment to safety.

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Electric stimulation within BDSM is a fascinating and diverse realm, offering a unique blend of sensation, control, and intensity. Far from being a monolithic practice, it encompasses a variety of devices and techniques, each providing a distinct experience for those who engage in it. From gentle tingles to intense muscle contractions, understanding the different types of electric stimulation can help practitioners explore this often-misunderstood facet of play safely and pleasurably.

At its core, electric stimulation in BDSM involves the application of small electrical currents to the body, typically through electrodes. These currents interact with nerve endings and muscle fibers, creating a range of sensations that can be both thrilling and highly erotic. Safety is paramount, and it’s crucial to use equipment specifically designed for BDSM use, never household electricity, and always start with very low settings to gauge sensitivity.

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Needle play occupies a unique place in the realm of BDSM. It is visually intense, highly ritualistic, and deeply intimate. Often misunderstood or mischaracterized, this edge play practice involves the temporary insertion of sterile needles just under the skin for sensation, aesthetics, or psychological thrill. For experienced practitioners, needle play can be a meditative, connective, and powerfully erotic ritual that requires precision, care, and trust.

This advanced guide explores the nuances of needle play, focusing on safety, tools, psychological considerations, and scene dynamics to ensure both top and bottom have a meaningful, consensual experience.

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When it comes to BDSM, the tools we use are more than just props—they are extensions of trust, communication, and the energy we bring into the scene. Whether you’re building your first toy bag or upgrading your collection, knowing what to look for when buying BDSM implements can make all the difference in safety, satisfaction, and longevity.

In this guide, we’ll break down exactly what to consider before clicking “add to cart” or walking out of your local kink boutique with your next delicious implement.

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By Maddy Hayes, Psychosexual Studies Specialist

Abstract

BDSM—an acronym for Bondage & Discipline, Dominance & Submission, and Sadism & Masochism—remains a complex and often misunderstood constellation of sexual and relational practices. While once pathologized, BDSM is increasingly recognized within psychological literature as a valid expression of human sexuality. This article explores the psychological effects of consensual BDSM from clinical, cognitive, and neurobiological perspectives, highlighting its potential to foster emotional intimacy, regulate stress, and enhance identity integration.

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