To help you decide which strap-on to take for a spin, we rounded up a mix of reviewer favorites and recommendations from sex educators and people who actually use them.
and sex-toy reviewer, harnesses typically come in three main styles: jockstrap, thong, and underwear. “[Jockstraps] look like a classic jockstrap, with straps around the waist and over each butt cheek,” she tells SELF. “Thongs [have] a strap around the waist and a strap that goes between the legs and between the butt cheeks. Underwear looks like a pair of underwear or boxers.
Comfort is a bit more personalized. For example, some people find strappy harnesses uncomfortable and prefer ones that feel more like, whereas others find underwear style harnesses restrictive and difficult to use. Certain styles might also lead to chafing, depending on the fit on your specific body. Cobb also recommends looking at how low the harness would sit on your body. “Will it press uncomfortably on the pubic bone?” she says.
Fabric is obviously a wide category, so check out the specific material to make sure it’s right for you and your tastes . And just like any underwear, some fabric is more breathable or better suited for moisture than others.Lastly, you’ll want to look at what’s known as the O-ring—the ring through which you stick a dildo. You want it to be the correct size for whatever size dildo you use with it, so check to make sure the diameters match up.
Beyond that, there are a few more factors that might influence your taste as well , but the above are solid starting points. With all that in mind, here are some of the best strap-ons and harnesses to choose from. All products featured on SELF are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission.
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