We’re all celebrating Pride a little differently this year, between virtual celebrations due to COVID and our usual parties and parades being replaced with protests and rallies in support of the Black community. But queer pleasure is still political, and we all need time to recharge, relax, and remember the good things we’re fighting to preserve. Socially-distant or not, sprucing up your toy drawer is a great way to have your own little bedroom Pride festivities. Lotus Blooms is proud to be a queer-affirming space, and not only do we carry products designed for queer folks, but we also carry products that were designed by queer folks!
Of course, most sex toys can be used with most bodies and most combinations of genitals, which is why we’re calling this list “queer-inclusive”. Some of these products might not have been developed with any particular sexual orientation in mind, but they’re popular with queer customers all the same for any number of reasons. They might be good for people with gender dysphoria, they might offer alternatives to vaginal or anal penetration, or they might make non-traditional sex positions easier, for example. Check out some of the best selections this year:
Harness? Har-Yes!
For Beginners
If you’re new to the harness game, sometimes less is more. Lotus Blooms carries several underwear-looking styles by Rodeoh, ranging from boxer briefs (right) that can be worn with a packer or a toy, to a more femme look with a bit of lace. Rodeoh is known for making comfortable, durable, machine-washable harnesses. If you’re a beginner who prefers the classic look of a harness, the Lush Beginner Strap On is for you. It is highly adjustable, comfortable, and comes in two sizes fitting hips up to 72”. It also has a pocket where the wearer can insert a bullet vibrator for extra fun.
A Touch of Luxury
SpareParts products are great for precision, comfort, and ultimate control. The quality materials are both strong and soft (opposite of the strap you’ll find on a bike helmet), and have super-stretchy O-rings for use with a wide size range of toys. The Joque (left) fits bodies with a vulva, is compatible with single or double-ended toys, and has two internal pockets that fit bullet vibes to stimulate the wearer. The Deuce is designed for bodies with a penis and has two holes for toys, for double the possibilities. The toy openings are double-ended, allowing for use with a penis and a toy, or two toys.
Something New
This harness will have you looking at knee pads in a different light. The Thigh Harness is the perfect option when one party is interested in penetration and the other is interested in rubbing. Use the velcro straps to wrap it around your thigh to use with a partner, or wrap it around your favorite pillow for some quarantine pleasuring!
Toys for Vulvas & Vaginas
The Pom fits perfectly in the palm of your hand, and is so soft and flexible it can fit easily between legs or two bodies. Plus, the buttons are “accident-proof” so you avoid the nightmare of accidentally turning it off during play.
The Nova is the next big thing in rabbit-style vibrators (toys that have an internal and external arm). Yes, we know it looks like a lobster claw, but hear us out: with most rabbit-style vibrating toys, the external arm stays put as the whole toy is being rocked in and out of the body, meaning the external arm comes in and out of contact with the clitoris. Not so with the Nova! The external arm is flexible, and bends to remain in contact with the clitoris as the internal arm is moved in and out of the body. Did we mention that it has two motors that can be controlled separately, is waterproof, and app-compatible? Mmhmm.
The ‘Scissoring’ Vibrator by Rockher is specifically designed for vulva-on-vulva action. The insertable side offers g-spot stimulation, while the external piece stimulates the labia and clitoris. This toy is great for foreplay, rubbing, or oral sex. It also comes with a wireless remote for hands-free control.
Toys for Penises
There’s a reason this toy has the name ‘premium.’ The Tenga Premium Vacuum Cup (right) has several uniquely designed internal features encased in an easy-to-hold shell with the overall effect of creating an unforgettable solo-play experience, or a whole new level of hand jobs or mutual masturbation. The catch? This hard-case design means this luxurious stroker is a single-use toy. For something with a few more uses, consider the Tetra Spinner (5-8 uses) or these silicone strokers by Optimale (limitless use).
The Manta Vibrating Stroker by FunFactory is proof that penises get fun vibrating toys, too! Add this toy in the mix for oral or hand play and watch how these favorites become extraodinary, or use it to spice up your solo play. The Manta is waterproof, and has six different intensities plus six different patterns of vibration.
Looking for something to push that prostate orgasm to the next level? The Snug and Tug Cock Ring Plug Combo is here to sweep you off your feet. This cock ring comes attached to a gorgeous, tapered, weighted, booty plug. The weighted internal plug simultaneously stimulates the anal canal and prostate with a sense of fullness and pressure– both of which prostates tend to love.
Best for L(ass)t
Booties are the great equalizer! We all have them. If you’re just getting started, this kit has everything: three different sizes of toys, one that vibrates, plus a lubricant applicator, enema tool, and information packet. Newbies, you’re welcome!
If you enjoy the sensation of rimming, the B-Vibe Petite Rimming Plug toy is the dream. A motor in the ‘neck’ of the toy (right at the entry of the bum) rotates or vibrates with a cue from the remote, creating a unique rimming sensation.
The Earth Quaker Vibrating Anal Beads live up to their name: this silicone booty toy has two different motors, allowing it to carry some serious vibration. The overall tapered shape allows for the ultimate amount of control over your play, starting out at just over an inch and ending in two inches wide.
Now that you’re treating yourself to something new, make sure to keep the fun going all year long by adding in some toy cleaner and a lube that works with each toy (hint: don’t use silicone lube with silicone toys, and get a thicker lube with more “cushion” for anal toys).
What did you think of the toys on this list? Got a queer-inclusive favorite that you want us to know about? Drop it in the comments and sound off!
