Everyone has heard of California Exotics – their toys are known the world over. But how much do you know about the beginnings of this legendary company? Did you know that it was started by a savvy businesswoman who wanted to make products that would be functional and appealing for women everywhere? Well, you can learn that and much more with our new Community Interview of Susan Colvin, one of the first ladies of the adult industry!Susan has such a bright personality; her energy comes across in everything she does. I really enjoyed talking with her last month at the industry shows. She’s got an eye for style, to say the least – you should have seen her enormous and beautifully dressed booth. Her love of color and detail has brought so much change to the world of adult products; if you were buying toys 15 years ago, you know exactly what I mean.Ask as many questions as you’d like; you can even post about and link to the interview from your blog if you want to. Feel free to share your thoughts! And to make it even more fun, we’re giving prizes for the Susan’s favorite 3 participants. 1st prize: $100 cash2nd prize: $50 cash3rd prize: Any one California Exotics toy you want from our entire site.Wow, right?!The interview is open for questions from today (August 19th) – August 30th. So, let’s all give Susan a very warm welcome and get right to asking all those questions you always wondered about. With thousands of products under her belt, we’re sure she’s got answers!Welcome Susan and Cal Exotics! less

It made me really realize what the market is like now and how much better it is than it used to be. I guess I am fortunate to be able to see the market soaring and becoming more sex positive and couple friendly.

Susan made a comment saying: "I also was looking for ways to add more than just an “on/off” button, and the addition of waterproof as a feature. I knew that the only “alone” time many women got in their busy day was in the tub or shower… and what better way to get a little extra stimulation? But, it turned out that the retail community was not in tune with promoting the feature, and waterproof bit the dust, only to be revived years later when the stores became more sophisticated, and started hiring staff that were empowered with the knowledge to educate and help the customers!. Once retail stores and web operators began promoting features, the door began to open for items we had only dreamed of previously! "

That made me realize how fortunate we are to have stores like EF because the staff is knowledgeable and wants to positively promote sex toys. less

I would like to see a more upscale design of the Decadent Indulgence Series. Like made of silicone and with more secure battery chambers like the Couture Collection has ....I have five of the Decadent Series and have given them as gifts, but always wished they were made of silicone or a little more mature looking yet still kept their features like non jamming beads and extra large clit stimulators. Even though I have a Couture Bunny, the ones I reach for are always Decadent Indulgence the Ultimate... anything like this in the future? less