Strap On

Strap-ons work by attaching a dildo or vibrator to a harness that is worn around the hips or waist. You can adjust the harness in most cases so it doesn’t come off. As a dildo is attached to it, moving your hips while wearing the harness lets you move the dildo as you see fit. 

Depending on the securing mechanism of the harness, you can attach dildos of various shapes, sizes, and materials. For example, the Blush Neo dildo is O-Ring harness compatible.

Some strap-ons have built-in vibrators or other stimulators on the wearer’s end. Like the Pipedream Fantasy Elite is a double-ended dildo with a vibrator in the middle.

Who Can Use Strap-Ons?

Anyone who wants to try something new can wear a strap-on, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. Strap-Ons are popular among:

• Lesbian and Queer Couples: Strap-ons let lesbian and queer couples engage in penetrative sex to allow them to connect in more ways. Strapless Strap-Ons are particularly popular since both the wearer and the receiver can get pleasure from them. The Fun Factory ShareVibe is the best example of this. 
• Heterosexual Couples: Partners can switch roles with a strap-on. The woman wears the dildo while penetrating the anus of the partner. This is usually called pegging. Men enjoy pegging because the dildo stimulates their prostate, offering them new sensations. 
• Individuals Exploring Gender Identity: For non-binary individuals and trans men, strap-ons can help them discover a new side to their identity. 

Those with Erectile Dysfunction: For men with erectile dysfunction, strap-ons can be a way to please their partner. Specifically, Hollow Strap-Ons where the firm dildo allows the wearer to enjoy penetrative sex even with a flaccid penis.Sportsheets Nexus is a good choice for a Hollow strap-on if you’re looking for one.

What Positions are Best for Strap-Ons?

Strap-ons can be used in a variety of positions, allowing for creative and enjoyable sex. Some popular positions include:

• Doggy Style: This is the most common position with a strap-on. The wearer stands or bends at the knee behind their partner while the partner is on all four limbs. The wearer gets more control of the penetration in this position. 
• Missionary: Both partners face each other, with the wearer on top of the partner. The partners have intimate eye contact while their entire bodies touch.
• Cowgirl/Reverse Cowgirl: The receiving partner rides the wearer, sitting on top and controlling the exact angle of the penetration. 
• Standing: Both partners do this standing, with the receiver using a door, wall, or sex furniture for support. 
• Side-by-Side: Partners lie next to each other, getting a better angle and relaxing at the same time.