Madame S Boutique

After discovering that Madame S Boutique sold black thigh-high leather stockings at one third the price of Agent Provocateur's and that they were located just fifteen minutes away from my work, I couldn't stop obsessing about getting my hands on a pair. I was very determined to visit Madame S Boutique and wouldn't settle for going the next day. I know myself, and if I waited I would just keep on waiting and never work myself up again to go.

I persuaded a friend who worked in the same building to come with me after work. It would be the first time for the both of us. Even if you're not into BDSM, you'll probably still find something worth buying here. After what seemed like four agonizing hours at work, we finally made our way to Madame S. I was glad I had someone to walk with because the walk to and back from Madame S was definitely got shady at night.


You have to walk through the Mr. S. Leather store to get to the Madame S. section, but that didn't slow me down. I walked all over Madame S. to find the stockings. It took me a while to figure out that they weren't there. Since they're unisex they were inside the Mr. S section. Unfortunately, once I opened the package and saw the size of the small I knew instantly that they wouldn't fit my petite legs. For probably the next fifteen to thirty minutes I tried to convince my friend, the sales lady and myself that they would fit even though we all knew they wouldn't. Psyching yourself up for something and then being disappointed is the worst feeling in the world!


But no worries everyone! I remembered from the website that there were also black, platform, patent leather thigh-high boots that would serve exactly the same purpose if not better! I instantly found them and another pair that laced up on the sides. After trying both on, we all agreed that the laced up pairs were perfect. Why you ask? Because they didn't have that gross latex smell, I don't have to buy lube to get into them or make them shiny, I can adjust the side to fit me perfectly, comes with heels(perfect because I'm short)...and can you say patent leather baby?

I wonder if I could work a pole with thigh-high patent leather boots...it could get sticky.




Anyways, if you're feeling adventurous you should visit this shop. They have neat toys, torture devices, latex costumes and accessories and other kinky stuff that you never knew you needed. Since Victoria's Secret and Agent Provocateur cannot satisfy all your erotic fashion needs, Madame S or Mr. S is a great alternative.




Photos compliments of Janin C. Thank goodness for the iPhone!

Latex, Latex, & More Latex

My newest fetish wear obsession is latex. What originally peaked my interest was Agent Provocateur's black latex stockings. I felt they truly symbolized my alter ego, that little deviant dominatrix I keep in the closet so that I can go about regular day-to-day activities without inflicting too much physical pain onto unsuspecting people. Sadly, Agent Provocateur's collections are limited when it comes to latex, but on the upside BDSM specialty retailers aren't.

Mr. S Leather and Madame S Boutique, located in San Francisco, cater to the latex and leather clad sexual deviants. While I don't particularly subscribe to BDSM, I do find that some of their apparel isn't all together completely terrifying. I plan on getting their black latex stockings since they're only a 1/3 of AP's price! If I'm feeling brave, I might go into the store instead of buying them online. I wonder which friend I'm going to drag along with me...

While latex has always been associated with the kinky and raunchy BDSM culture, I have discovered a few note-worthy specialty retailers that have successfully transformed latex into couture. These retailers have been able to re-invent the design and style of latex without losing the original concept. My stand-out favorite is Atsuko Kudo (it's European of course!)







Yes, that is Kate Moss in the picture above. AK also has tons of press and was commissioned to create a special piece for Lady GaGa. I love you Lady GaGa!



Another European retailer that specializes in couture latex is Jane Doe Latex. Jane Doe's designs are definitely more edgy and and offer latex styles for the rocker or pin-up girl.




Ok, so if that wasn't enough latex for you I also really like the latex stockings manufactured by Syren Fetish Fashion. I love these purple and pink ones. I can be naughty one night and sweet the next.