Halloween is a great time to visit New York City. While it's fetish scene has had it's ups and downs in recent years, two things that remain constant are the world famous Greenwich Village Halloween parade (a great excuse to wear latex)...and SMack! NYC's premiere multi-media fetish and play party. Now into it's 11th year, the Halloween SMack! party is always a wild affair, with NYC's most fabulous freaks and fetishists dressing their best for a night of music, mayhem and kinky madness. This year (October 27) it's at a great, new location, Club Element, with the theme, "THE DEMONATRIX: A Halloween fetish party with a devilish twist," featuring Maya Sintress and a host of twisted fetish performances, go-go girls, dungeon furniture and more. This one is really shaping up to be a great party.

America's "Sin City," Las Vegas plays host to another fetish and fantasy themed Halloween party also on October 27. Now into it's twelfth incarnation, The Fetish & Fantasy Ball will be taking over the entire Alexis Park Hotel Resort for the sole purpose of frightening fetish frivolity. "Named one of the top 10 events in the world," by the Travel Channel - not necessarily the authority on kink, mind you. I have heard many good things about this party and it seems to draw a big fetish and porn crowd from all over America and beyond. "As always you can count on unusual and wild, Erotic stage performances, as well as fire performers, incredible lasers and lights, world class DJ's, a costume contest, vendors, a huge dance floor, a separate old school dance area, stilt walkers, freaks, monsters, surprises, and you in your naughtiest, scariest, sexiest, and most creative costumes. Remember you are the show, so DRESS TO THRILL…"

Rounding out our American tour of upcoming fetish events is Philadelphia's Diabolique Ball on November 17. Philadelphia's biggest fetish party will be held again at Shampoo, a massive space, perfect for party pervery. Sponsered by Passional, Delicious Corsets and others, the Diabolique ball is now past it's first decade and has become one of the most anticipated fetish events on the US East Coast. I don't have a great many details yet, but take a look at the photos from last year, courtesy of the magnanimous, Philly-based Michael Diamond from Eros Artist from last year. Best of all 100% of the proceeds from this party go towards The Childrens Crisis Treatment Center and Philly FIGHT - a local AIDS education and outreach center, so "be bad for a good cause!"

Labels: fetish, fetish party, latex event

For over 15 years, Los Angeles, California based company, Syren has been a top provider of costumes to the entertainment industry ("Batman Returns," "Mr & Mrs. Smith," "Ugly Betty," and others) as well as fetish couture to rubber lovers the world over.

On August 31, fetish supershop JT's Stockroom relaunched it's Syren latex clothing line with a new safe-for-work website, SyrenCouture.com, and a new retail store. Moving from it's previous home in West Hollywood, to it's new location, in the Silver Lake area of L.A., they've opened a studio below the company office, to better serve the needs of it's custom clients.

"Syren Couture is a direct result of the many wonderful collaborations our design team has had with various film and video projects,' Rochel said. 'Not to mention the fact that this venture will provide a platform for our wildly talented designers to experiment with more nuanced fashion and haute couture designs.' The new store will have a Syren University Carnal Knowledge Series sex-education program. Workshops will be hosted by "erotic experts" including: Nina Hartley, Violet Blue, and Midori."

Labels: fetish fashion, fetish industry news, latex celebrity, latex fashions, latex in the mainstream, sexual education

Social Kink is a social networking site for the kink community, that was recently launched at this year's Fetishcon. Still being beta tested, it's like a kinky Myspace (could Myspace get any kinkier?), with searchable user profiles, discussion forums, articles, film reviews, event reports and interviews with such fetish artists as Rubberdoll, Julie Simone and Steve Diet Goode among others. This is a site that seems worth keeping an eye on and I'm sure this won't be the last time we're taking a look at SocialKink.

Labels: fetish community, fetish websites

Skin Two released issue 58, just in time for the Skin Two Rubber Ball.

This edition of the seminal UK fetish mag is jam packed with photography and art by such names as Barbara Nitke, Michael Manning, Saturno Buttò, Trevor Brown, Johnny Flamethrower and mroe, erotic fiction, reports from events around the world, a Rubber ball preview, and most importantly a feature on the state of censorship and what it means to us all.

Labels: censorship, fetish, fetish art, fetish magazine, fetish party, latex, latex event, skin two

One of the web's oldest and most distinguished latex community sites, Crazy Rubber Friends announces a weekly chat for their users. Every Sunday evening (2000 hr Central European Time) the chatroom will be open for fetish folks to get to know each other and discuss everything rubber related - with a special chatroom available for English-speaking visitors. Check it out!

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Great article from Marie Clare, surveying sex in the suburbs. There are a lot more kinky folks out there than one might think!

I simply loved the comment from a 41 year old rubberist called Tom; "Often, we'll be watching videos on a Friday night, dressed up in all the gear, and we'll think, 'This is fucking weird.' But then you think, 'Who cares? I'm enjoying it'."

(From Doll's Realm)

Labels: coming out, fetish, fetish community, latex fetish, latex in the mainstream, latex lifestyle, sexual education

Latex Concubine is a new paysite, chronicling the life of American latex she-male concubine, Rachel Dane. Dane's many hardcore photos, some of which are you'll find in the preview area, portray her in a variety heavy rubber, bondage and hard CBT SM scenes.

Inspired by Michael Manning's Spider Garden mythos, "Rachel Dane is the latex concubine. If 'History belongs to the concubines' then this website is the chronicle of a fetish dream: the rubber shemale sex slave, given flesh and form."

Labels: fetish paysites, fetish websites, heavy rubber, latex fetish, latex lifestyle, latex she-male

What's more invigorating than a lovely lady in latex? The latex lady swinging a fish, that's what! Enjoy this latest bit of fetish to creep into the mainstream.
from Kinky Gerlinky

Labels: fetish, latex in the mainstream

With over 20,000 channel views in the past two months, Rubbersexdoll, a YouTube user is quickly becoming the web's newest latex starlet. Whether writhing around in her cobalt blue latex catsuit and transparent hood or paying her penance in a gasmask and nun habit, this doll is more than happy to show her rubbery charms for her viewers.

From the four videos that are posted, it seems like she has built a nice little latex wardrobe. She seems to really be into it too, so it makes for some pretty steamy viewing for real rubber fetishists. We look forward to seeing more of this luscious, Brazilian exhibitionist in the future.

Labels: heavy rubber, latex fetish, latex video, rubber dolls

Iceland's burdgeoning fetish scene helps us kick off the fetish party season with their second annual Freakout! "Freakout 2007 is an event where the fetish, bdsm, crossdressing, polyamory and goth scenes come together for the biggest party in Iceland. Last year, Freakout was held for the first time and the turn up was way beyond our greatest expectations." October 13, 2007

Across the globe, The Gate, Japan's largest full-on fantasy/fetish party, returns for a special blowout bash on Saturday Sept 29, 2007 - Asia's largest fetish event the annual TOKYO FETISH BALL! Enjoy a host of fetish and shibari shows, top notch DJ's and even compete in an oil wrestling match to win part of the of 30,000 yen prize purse!

Hardcore rubberists converge on the “Hochbunker,” in Hannover, Germany November 17 - 18, 2007 for the return of LATEXTREM.

With lectures covering various rubbery topics and a strict latex only dresscode, this weekend festival sounds like nirvana for latex fetishists. The event culminates with "Latextram Playnight," a massive play party held in a multi-level building, containing a multitude of fantastic theme rooms. This is not your typical fetish party, where the guests attention is called to a stage to view performers. This is a completely different environment, where you are the center of attention. The first party was an great success and this one looks like it's going to be another wild weekend of gummi fun!

The capital of libertine France, Lyon, explodes onto the European party scene on September 28 - 29, 2007. Le Bal des Supplices, organized by the folks behind Torture Garden, combine the worlds of fetish and BDSM as only they can. Featuring performances by Valentina and a host of others, a Torture Garden fashion show, bondage workshop with Satomi, kinky buffet, cocktail parties and more.

This posts kink-world tour ends September 29, with the Fetish Assembly, in Brussels, Belgium. Set in a large, multi-room facility, attendees will feast their eyes on exhibits from BDSM and Shibari performers from around the world and shake their asses to a sample of Belgium's finest underground DJ's.

Labels: fetish party, latex event, latex fetish

UK pop-star/actress, Billie Piper on squeezing into a latex dress and corset, for a scene in the upcoming tv-drama "Secret Diary of a Call Girl".

The tv-series is based on the famous weblog (and now book) by London call girl by the name of - Belle de Jour.

(From Deepdown & Kinky)

Labels: latex, latex celebrity, latex in the mainstream

Charm School, the online art portfolio and shop of pin-up artist and fetishist, Krysztof Nemeth. Supremely sexy and yet fun and full of humor, his pen work has a wonderful, playful feel to it that's striking and powerful with it's simple and clean stylization of standard fetish and pin-up archtypes. Drawing inspiration from classic pin-up and comicbook art, modern and retro fetish iconography and pop culture, the Seattle based artist explores the dark side of eroticism in a way that's as accessable as it is titilating. Nemeth has recently released a book of his work, "X: The Pin-Up Art of Krysztof Nemeth."

"Fetishism is a language, an intricate dialogue with an incredible range of meaning and expression. A shoe, a whip, a bow, an ankle, a glance or a shade of lipstick. Iconography, all of it. The power of a symbol, a signifier, a signpost on the journey to transgress the bounds of known sensuality. The interpretation, the play of meaning that sexualized objects and subjects hold together in their understanding of each other and what they bring to their dialogue is a brilliant, magical, nearly spiritual thing. Whatever reason something is arousing to us, it is part of our internal language and affects the way we view the world. It is the admitted Fetishist that is exploring this dialogue to the fullest."

Labels: fetish, fetish art

Blackstyle is having a big sale on men's shirts, that runs until the end of the September. Known for their quality construction and excellent, made-to-measure service, (big guys listen up) they sell the sort of garments that make for the backbone of any guy's fetish wardrobe.

The German company also carries a wide assortment of exotic hoods and restrictive rubber bondage gear to sate your taste for heavy rubber.

Labels: fashion, fetish, fetish fashion, latex, latex fashions

International Association of Rubberists, the web's oldest latex resource and forum site will be going offline unless the rubber community gives Ataraxia some help to keep it running. The IAR has been online since 1998 and has amassed the largest free database of latex information on the web. From tips on care and keeping, to discussions on coming out as a rubberist, the IAR's membership numbers over 9,000 people worldwide. Such an undertaking comes at no small expense to site owner, Ataraxia and word is he cannot afford to keep it live anymore. If you appreciate all the time and money Ataraxia has put into the IAR, and want to see it continue, donate whatever you can.

Labels: fetish community, fetish websites

Ever wish more girls dressed in latex in public? My good friend Ken did too, so he decided to create a site, Public Fetish Girls, devoted to brave girls who aren't afraid to wear the sexiest latex and pvc outfits out in public!

When I asked Ken about his thoughts about the site he said "The idea is to film the girls doing normal things out in public, such as taking a walk, shopping or commuting, but with the little difference that they are wearing different kinds of fetish clothing: PVC, high heels, latex, corsets and maybe even rain wear. That is something that I always wanted to see, but could not find anywhere."

Labels: fetish, fetish photography, fetish websites, latex in public, latex movies

Photographer/latex fashion designer, Katja Ehrhardt's High Gloss Dolls exhibition now showing at Boutique Bizarre in Hamburg, Germany until the 4th of December.

Boutique Bizarre alone is well worth the visit, as they carry a large selection of latex fashions from many different latex designers.

Labels: fetish art, fetish fashion, fetish photography, latex fashions

Marquis #42 cover-girl, Sabina appeared on the Sept. 11 airing of TLC's "LA Ink". This photo of her wearing Vex, from the 2007 West Coast Chopper Calender, was shown. Be sure to visit Sabina's site, Switchblade Stilletos. It's a real treat, with lots of photos of the retro pin-up beauty in some fabulous latex numbers.

Labels: fetish model, fetish photography, latex celebrity, latex fashions, latex in the mainstream

Louise Charlotte Taylor is a very promising new designer from the UK, who finds inspiration from such masters of pattern making such as Dior, Schiaparelli and Vionnet. Drawing on her experience working at Torture Garden, Louise has set out to make a name for herself in the latex fashion world by combining classic haute couture with the best of fetish style. Watch the stunning latex creations Louise made for her graduation show. Innovative use of traditional fabrics along with layers of latex, and striking colors mark her signify her unique style. I'm very excited to see what she has in store for the future!

Rubber55 is fast becoming known for their skilled construction, fine customer service and very reasonable prices - as much as their fabulous video. Their latest is sure to please rubber bondage enthusiasts. Have you ever fantasized about being completely encased in latex... inside and out? If the answer is "yes," then Rubber55's new sheath pants are just the thing for you... "Go that extra mile and rubberize your entire body. The internal sheaths are made from soft .20mm and with plenty of plenty of lube add a whole new dimension to latex play." Also new is a breath control hood, a must for exploring the sensations of heavy rubber breath-play.

Labels: fetish fashion, latex fashions, latex shopping

Hardcore latex fans rejoice! Peter W. Czernich and Marquis bring you one of the most highly anticipated fetish videos ever: White Room 4. If the photos are any indicator, this one promises to be an absolute scorcher!

"The WHITE ROOM series are probably the most successful fetish films of all times. As early as 1990, Part One was produced, folwed by Part 2 in 1991, and Part 3 in 1996. Now - ten years after - the subterranean, clinical dungeon awakes to new pervery. Explicit as never before, bone hard fetish action on the antique operating table, mobile dildo-pole, bondage bags and balloon bodies, crutches, wheelchairs, dildoes and strap-ons... Bizarre fetish play on to the genuine climax!"

Labels: latex fetish, latex movies, latex news, rubber clinic

Open up and say "aaahhhhh" Amsterdam, Clinic Weekend is coming weekend (September 14 & 15)!

Friday night debauchery is on the menu on Friday at Clinic Dinner Theatre: "Enjoy sitting at your table while the performers of the evening exhibit themselves as being twisted, provocative, indulging, decadent, bizarre, perverted, erotic and more. Absorb it all, while eating your food and sipping your favourite drink. We are proud to present our own Fetish Dinner Cabaret, during the future CLINIC WEEKENDS. We are proud to present THE CLINIC DINNER THEATRE!"

Saturday night is the Clinic Party, which is known as one of Amsterdam's sexiest fetish parties. With visuals by Marquis, fashion shows by AMF Corsets and Bondinage, a professionally equipped dungeon and a host of other delights. Six years running now and this party shows no signs of slowing down!

Labels: fetish community, fetish party, latex event

Photographer Patrick Ceuppens is taking pre-orders for the 2008 version of his KinkyStyle Fetish Calender. Featuring fetish models such as Ancilla Tilia, Miss Mirjana, Jessy Love and more. The sexy, latex clad ladies in this calender are going to want to make you want to stop time in order to keep these photos on your wall!

KinkyStyle, started in 2005 is well worth a visit, as it contains many examples of Ceuppens' sexy, sultry photographs. The free site features his models in some form of latex dress and/or bondage and is sure to delight most latex fetishists. I was really happy to find this site and will check back often to view his work in the future.

Labels: fetish model, fetish photography, latex fetish

The new issue of Marquis Magazine is out. The tattooed sleeve cover girl is the beautiful Sabina.

Again with exclusive photo series, meticulously researched articles from the scene, interviews and reports, the latest news from the world of fetishism, art, culture and fashion, in addition to erotic fetish stories from the best authors, beautifully illustrated by the scene's leading artists!

More details at Marquis website.

Labels: fetish magazine, fetish model, latex fetish

Big news from latex designer, Simon O. First off he has moved his shop to a new location at Hernalser Hauptstraße 147 in Wien (Austria). Check out the photos. The new space looks simply wonderful! To top that off, he's now offering a couple of very striking new colors which I've never seen before - transparent metallics! Now you can relive that scene from "Goldfinger," just like you've always wanted to do... well ok, maybe that's just me. Lastly, they have some lovely new designs as well, including a riding suit that just screams "yes ma'am!" Sharp lines and fine details make for a very striking piece, perfect for taking your pony for a trot around town!

Fetish Universe has really taken their game to another level with their latest offerings. Vibrant colors and playful designs mark their new pieces, with gear to cater to fashionistas and heavy players alike. The Venus Flytrap Bondage Ball is sure to please those with a taste for the bizarre and I particularly love the delicious orthopedic overbust corset for those occasions when severity is in order.

Last but not least, Vex Clothing has some new fairytale inspired outfits that are sure to turn heads. "Kink Couture meets Fairytales... Vex Clothing's new collection mixes dark mysterious visions with haute couture fetish," says the site, the garments conjuring up fantastic images of glamour and decadence.

With so many fabulous designs arriving now from designers around the world, it seems that the summer heat is going to carry on well into the fall... which is fine by me as the cooler temperatures outside are a lot more conducive to wearing rubber.

Labels: fetish fashion, kink couture, latex fashions, latex inflatable, latex shopping

"Clinic Magazine is a Dutch/English kinky/fetish magazine that is published 4 times a year and makes an appearance at the Amsterdam Clinic Weekend Event. Interviews with Mistresses, Lifestyle Info, Fetish Reports, Glamourous Fashion, Beauty and Clinic Weekend Info."

Featuring interviews with Jean Bardot and Danny DeLuxe (pictured on the cover), this seems like it could be a fine addition to your fetish bookshelf. As someone with no uncertain fetish for all things clinical and shiny, I have high hopes for this magazine!

Labels: fetish magazine, latex fetish