I got the romantic restraint kit a while back, because i was looking for cuffs, and bondage gear was so pricey. I have had fun with it but, there is so much better gear out there. I feel like this would be a good set for a couple that has experimented a little with (or desperately wants to) sensory play and wants to have some toys to keep next to the bed. They do look a bit intimidating (in an exciting way) in a box spread out on a white cloth with some wax candles. So if thats what your looking for, you found it.

If your already kinky however I found that the Romantic restraint kit is a bit disappointing. It is a beginner set, so this is to be expected. But i think even beginners deserve the best. This kit might be a place to start (you can never have too many toys) but I would also recommend finding a play party, fetish night, or local bdsm group in your area (yup, we are everywhere). A lot of these groups have dinners (sometimes called Munches) where beginners and experienced player can come together in a well lit public place and meet. Some folks really like showing off there gear. Play parties even have community toy shelves, and are a great place to learn the ropes, or whatever is your thing.

The cuffs are durable neoprene (rubber) like material and although I do prefer buckles, i find the sound of the Velcro being undone to be nice. Sometimes i find having noise to break up the scene is comforting, when the cuffs come off, you can hear it. Also having Velcro makes them more adjustable than buckles. I have very small wrists and they fit me well, they also fit well on people with wrists larger than mine. They do fit my ankles, but I am small. I found the down side to the cuffs to be the key chain style o ring, d rings are much sturdier. But if your lover is not needing to be fully restrained, and won't attempt to test the cuffs, this might not be a problem.

The "tickler" was silly looking at first but has become a favorite play thing. It is a whip like toy that is comprised of many rubber strings. They have a strong smell and taste which is not appealing to some people, but I did find that it faded over time and with washing (soap and water). My lover is into lots of pain and laughed when i brought it out, until i gave them a good lashing with it. The tickler is a good toy for build up, you start with it and work up to the belt... and beyond. I feel like feathers might make better ticklers, but if you are very sensitive to light touches and your lover hit the right spots this could drive you to burst.

I personally felt like the blindfold was lacking a bit of flair. It is an elastic strap (not adjustable), attached to a piece of soft felt. It was wide enough that I had to work a little bit to see under it, but I like being a smartass bottom and was hoping to get some of the whip. The blindfold is probably the item that I find the least useful. Blindfolds are lots of fun, but I prefer a thicker material.

This kit was not perfect but did the job while I saved up for and learned more about better bondage gear. Soon my wish list will be filled with all the things I will someday have.. now off to find some wood to knock on.