Kinky, creative, curious: Obscene 2025 brought ropes, shows, and exciting newcomers. Our highlights from the fair in Karlsruhe.
Of ropes and radiance: A sensual look at Obscene 2025
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Eroticism at every step: The secrets behind a shoe fetish
Shoes captivate with their variety and symbolism. Whether high heels, leather boots, or sneakers—each style can be part of shoe fetishism, as shape, material, and scent evoke different sensations. While high heels often represent eroticism and power, sporty footwear like sneakers holds a unique allure through its connection to everyday life or individual aesthetics.
All puffed up? What makes looning so exciting
Balloons captivate with their elasticity, scent, and the tension they create. Whether popping or gentle play, looning combines playful control with erotic imagination.
Plug and play: A very special anal plug in the (endurance) test
Anal plugs come in many shapes, materials, and colors. But with a thrusting function? That was new to us too. So, we put it to the test!
No escape: This bondage set keeps you in place
Are you looking for your first bondage set but unsure what it should be able to do and what to pay attention to? well then, take a look here! we’ve put this model to the test for you!
Ready, set, smack: Testing the wooden paddle
Ho Ho Ho, feels like a smackdown! Deviance has tested this wooden paddle for you. Perfect for hot sessions on frosty days? Read on to find out!
Fetish fair 101: navigating your kink experience
A fetish fair offers much more than just shopping. No matter which one you attend, you’ll be stepping into a world full of diversity. Find out here how to make the most of your visit.
Femdom – Under female leadership
Although “Dom” is gender-neutral, the term is still often associated with male dominance, which is why the specific term “Femdom” emerged.
Medical play: where fantasy meets care
BDSM is always black and red? Not at all, many kinksters love to play in the realm of “white BDSM”, which refers to medical play.
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