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Does it seem like Eden has less BDSM?

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Contributor: Kitt Katt Kitt Katt
Yes, it does seem like Eden is moving away from the intermediate level BDSM gear that used to be stocked. It looks like the new focus is limited to the most basic entry level gear. It's sad, but I understand that Eden has to make their inventory decisions based on Eden's business needs.

Eden does not carry shoes, so I buy my shoes elsewhere. When they cut out the selection of books, I found books available elsewhere. What happens when customers discover the book seller also carries toys and BDSM gear?
06/18/2013
Contributor: Airen Wolf Airen Wolf
(EF Review Program Mentor)
Quote:
Originally posted by Marie Hanna
I've always loved the selection that Eden carries but lately it seems like I can't find any BDSM I like. Is it just me?
All of the inventory has been reduced not just the BDSM gear. It was a general reduction in stock not a selective one...it just shows that BDSM gear made up quite a hefty percentage of the items here at EF!
06/19/2013
Contributor: Airen Wolf Airen Wolf
(EF Review Program Mentor)
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Originally posted by Marie Hanna
Yes! I should have said quality BDSM because there does seem to be plenty of Fifty Shades of Grey...
I have tried a few of the products from the LoveHoney 50 shades of grey series and they are actually very high quality and I am very impressed with it despite the fact that it bears the 50 shades label. This isn't a cheap set for newbs. LoveHoney makes a good product.
06/19/2013
Contributor: Airen Wolf Airen Wolf
(EF Review Program Mentor)
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Originally posted by Pixel
This! *points up* Also, almost the entire Lovehoney 50 Shades line is so poorly made that it isn't worth picking up to look at, let alone buying. :/ The 'flogger' felt like pieces of glued together paper, and smelled disgusting.
I haven't had that issue with that set! The nipple clamps were heavy duty and very well made and the under bed restraint system is better than the set by Sportsheets I own. How odd!
06/19/2013
Contributor: TaiCris TaiCris
It certainly seems that way compared to other sites. :/
06/19/2013
Contributor: bratcat bratcat
Quote:
Originally posted by Airen Wolf
I haven't had that issue with that set! The nipple clamps were heavy duty and very well made and the under bed restraint system is better than the set by Sportsheets I own. How odd!
this is actually good to know. i've been eyeing that set since it was released here, and was waiting for some more input/reviews on the product, though theres currently only one review but they seem to side with you on hw durable the cuffs are and that they are good for more advanced play.
Still it would be nice to see some more heavy duty items, even just some good sturdy cuffs.
06/19/2013
Contributor: babyrock babyrock
i have noticed lots of out of stock items
06/25/2013
Contributor: SJDawson SJDawson
Quote:
Originally posted by Marie Hanna
I've always loved the selection that Eden carries but lately it seems like I can't find any BDSM I like. Is it just me?
I've noticed it has a limited section compared to other sites.
06/26/2013
Contributor: Bonesdance Bonesdance
I'm not on here a whole lot, but even I noticed recently that there have been fewer BDSM options. Specifically, I was eyeing a pre-tied rope & ball gag kit, only to have it disappear before I could order it.
08/20/2013
Contributor: stacylyn12 stacylyn12
Quote:
Originally posted by Marie Hanna
I've always loved the selection that Eden carries but lately it seems like I can't find any BDSM I like. Is it just me?
It seems less
08/20/2013
Contributor: stacylyn12 stacylyn12
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Originally posted by FieryRed
Yes, it seems like a lot of things have gone out of stock or been discontinued, and haven't been replaced. I was so sad not to be able to get those Dragon Silk restraints and blindfolds.
I happen to agree
08/20/2013
Contributor: themonstersmate themonstersmate
It seems like most of the BDSM toys come in pre-assembled kits or are capitalizing on the "50 Shades of Grey" fandom.
The vanilla toys aren't bad though. A little more variety would be nice though.
08/30/2013
Contributor: cmm cmm
With the popularity of 50 shades, you'd think the site would be teeming with it.
09/12/2013
Contributor: Voir Voir
Yes. almost seems like it's being phased out *A*
09/23/2013
Contributor: Basalt Basalt
EF has shifted its product mix to target a different clientele, and I suspect that the reduction in serious BDSM gear was intended. Regarding 50 Shades of Gray, EF does carry related and similar toys, but I don't think any 50 Shades "effect" extends to some of the more serious BDSM toys available elsewhere.
09/24/2013
Contributor: RonLee RonLee
Lately, Eden seems to have less selection of everything.
09/29/2013
Contributor: Badass Badass
there seems to be a lot less bdsm these days, sadly
10/18/2013
Contributor: Scott Ghost Scott Ghost
It keeps getting worse and worse. It really sucks
10/22/2013
Contributor: Entropy Entropy
Funny I was just thinking about this. First time back to the site in a while, I've been busy. Looked through bdsm toys and it seems a lot leaner than it used to be.
10/29/2013
Contributor: emilymileena emilymileena
Good quality BDSM items can get expensive: handmade floggers, real leather cuffs, etc. Those things, if you want them to last, cost money. I don't think that the "average joe" that this site markets to may always know what they're getting into with BDSM, and the froofy, cheap things look like a good addition to the bedroom.

Which is fine if that's where that person/couple is at. Those items are less intimidating, and it's a good intro into the scene that may either lead them right the hell back out of it, or right into the thick of things depending on their level of satisfaction with the experience they had.
10/30/2013
Contributor: Slutty Girl Problems Slutty Girl Problems
TOTALLY disappearing!! Bring it back xoxoxo!!
10/31/2013
Contributor: Slutty Girl Problems Slutty Girl Problems
BDSM is the new black!
10/31/2013
Contributor: Lucifer the Cat Lucifer the Cat
Eden has less EVERYTHING :'(
11/03/2013
Contributor: Ziva Ziva
Quote:
Originally posted by Marie Hanna
I've always loved the selection that Eden carries but lately it seems like I can't find any BDSM I like. Is it just me?
Yes, I think the selection has slimmed. It is still a decent selection, but I would like a little more in the fetish department.
11/07/2013