When I received these, I really had no idea what to do with them, to be honest. Okay, yes I knew they were for bondage play. But I couldn't figure out what good it would do to have your wrists bound together in front of me (or him) or behind (that would be uncomfortable). Finally, I remembered our "Under Bed Restraint System" which had been collecting dust in our closet since we moved before the birth of our last 2 sons. Ah hah! Finally, a reason to drag it out and put it back on the bed. All in the name of research!

First, I made sure the restraints that came with the system could be removed and that these new ones would be compatible as a replacement (they were). So with hubby's help, I put the restraint system on the bed and swapped the restraints out. We tried them out a few times and ... ehhh. First of all, they are made of a plasticky vinyl-type material, which after awhile isn't necessarily the most comfortable feeling. It tends to kind of stick to your skin. Second, the method to apply them involves tying a satiny ribbon. This in itself, although not time-consuming by any means, while in the midst of (ahem) "activity", can kind of lessen the mood and be somewhat frustrating. Especially when also using the ankle cuffs.

As with any type of bondage play, you should make sure you know and trust your partner implicitly. I, for one, prefer a method of restraint closure that would be easier to get out of by oneself if things get out of hand (velcro, for instance). On the plus side, if you're going for sexy appearances, this set will do the job. The leather look with the diamond accents is very visually appealing.

This one is still sitting it its box unused. Which is a shame because it looks so cute and sexy!