My expectations of the Showgirl were not low per se, but I didn't think a simple sparkly g string, collar and mask would do much to augment my sex life. As someone who enjoys getting elaborately dolled up in costumes, and also feels satisfied by accessory-free love making, I assumed this would be at best, temporarily visually arousing for my partner. At worst I feared the g string would be awkward, seeing as it is one size fits most, and the collar and mask would be uncomfortably superfluous.

Boy oh boy was I wrong. This three piece set did everything the packaging promised and then some, transporting me to a hot fantasy scene.

The g string really is customizable to nearly every body type. The brilliant engineering makes it easily adjustable to fit the narrowest and widest of hips without any extra fabric getting in the way. The delightfully sparkly front panel, that covers the pubic area, is only good as a shield for brief poses. It certainly couldn't be comfortably worn as as undergarment beneath clothes for an extended period; but it's cute and moves out of the way without much trouble. The sequins are not overwhelmingly girly or too rough to rub up against, they serve as a great accent without being a pain.

With a simple Velcro closure, the choker can be applied quickly, either beforehand or by a partner. It adds to the mood of a domination scene, without being too intense, and can be worn snugly for a while without chafing. It's even cute enough to be an accessory for your going-out attire.

And then there's the mask. I needed to pull it down fairly low to actually make use of it as a blindfold since it's just a simple, super lightweight design. But that did the trick. Taking away the visual has long been one of the best ways to heighten the other senses for me and in tandem with the choker and panty, the mask helped create an atmosphere ripe for fantasy play. My partner and I toyed with teasing, surprising, and role playing, enabling me to be either a sex slave or a demanding princess.

I already knew I liked being blindfolded prior to testing this out, and I know that's not the case for everyone. Other people I know have expressed great anxiety about not being able to see and my partner was a little less enthusiastic about wearing it because it removed the crucial visual element. Whether this mask will add to or subtract from your experience is a matter of personal preference, but definitely worth trying out.

None of the pieces were particularly sturdy and while they will easily last through a number of wears, but they aren't best described as "durable." So rough play isn't an option if you want the outfit to be re-usable. That said, there's no fear of any of the parts breaking on their own because the construction is top notch.

Use the pieces separately, or add in some cuffs and a riding crop for a fuller effect, and you're bound to have a good time.

Still cute and fun, definitely meant to set the mood. Don't expect too much and you won't be let down.