Elephant Trunk

Pros:
- Unique Design
- Can be customized
- Made from silicone
- Storage pouch included
Cons:
- Extra attention is needed for cleaning
- Texture might not be right for some
Overall:

-Use-

Exotic-Erotics is a company that creates fantasy dildos; most of which are designed after animals and fictitious creatures, but there are some products modeled from actual men.  The Elephant Trunk, though non-sexual in appearance, is a dildo that features truly impressive details.  Best for solo situations, this toy can really rock a session!  Though it’s mostly straight, the tip of the toy has a slight curve which may connect with the G-spot, but that will depend entirely on anatomy.  Even if it doesn’t, the girth provides an amazingly full feeling that’s sure to satisfy the size queens!

If you’re daring, the Elephant Trunk is also safe to use anally thanks to the flared base at the bottom and the overall length.  It’s important to note that the tip might be a little difficult to insert, and it’s not a beginner toy.  It’s quite large and heavily textured and should only be used by those who have a good deal of anal experience.

You absolutely can use this with a partner, but because of the length, you need to be careful with thrusting.  Even though the tip is very soft, it wouldn’t be difficult to ram it too hard against the cervix, causing discomfort.  Just use caution and it should be fine.  The base on mine is far too large to use in a harness, but the small size might might be suitable for that type of play since the base of the small is 1.9″ in diameter.

-Material/Texture-

The Elephant Trunk is made entirely from body safe silicone.  It’s latex free, phthalates free, and is completely non-porous.  This particular silicone has a matte surface to it which does have some drag, but it’s not unreasonable; picking up some lint but easily being wiped clean.  It’s really unlike any silicone I’ve felt before.  Even with the drag it has a smooth feeling to it, quite hard to describe if you’ve never felt it yourself.  A good water-based lubricant eliminates the drag and makes all the difference with helping the toy slide once it’s applied.

The amount of give to the material will vary because you’re able to choose from four different options (will explain further in the customize section).  My Elephant Trunk was made with the cored option, making it soft on the outside and firm on the inside (it’s also been called dual density by other companies).  This option gives you a plushy outer layer, without the whole toy being floppy and difficult to use.  The firm core makes the trunk stand totally straight without leaning and makes it much easier to insert and thrust.  The outer layer is nice and squishy which makes it comfortable during use, especially if you purchase a larger size.  It’s able to bend a little bit when you manipulate it, but doesn’t flop over otherwise which was something I was really concerned about.

The outer layer isn’t super thick; the core seems to be one size, making the upper portion of the toy less squishy than the bottom since it increases in size.  The size increase is done using the softer silicone, at least that’s how it seems to me.  Other dual density toys I’ve used had too much of a squishy layer and not enough of a core, the difference on this one is much better.

The surface of the toy is obviously covered in texture.  The wrinkles and creases make it look that much more realistic (as an actual elephant trunk) and adds stimulation while you’re using the toy.  How obvious the texture is during use will depend on the firmness you selected when customizing your toy and how sensitive you are.  With the cored version, the texture is actually quite subtle, the softer the surface the less obvious it is.  I’m not very sensitive to texture, so keep that in mind, but I don’t see this being overwhelming unless you have a strong dislike for texture.  The sensation feels like it’s lightly ribbed, only unevenly patterned; so even though it looks like nothing you’ve ever tried before, it probably feels more ‘normal’ than you would expect.

The base of the toy is shiny and totally smooth.  There’s no suction cup option for this product, but many others have that option.  The flat bottom paired with the weight of the toy actually keeps it in place fairly well on a flat surface.  You can’t suction it to the wall, but you could set it on a wooden chair (or something similar) during use and it will stay in place for the most part.

-Design/Size-

What I found most appealing about this toy was the fact that in general, this would be considered a non-sexual design.  It’s not modeled after an elephant penis, it’s the trunk.  While I love all the amazing fantasy dildos and penis like toys, I really love how unique this idea is.  The details of this particular toy are highly impressive and photos truly don’t do it justice!  The tip of the toy is made only of the softer silicone and is very squishy and pliable.  It’s sort of cupped on the top, and inside forms shallow nostrils.

Just underneath this area is where you start feeling the firm core.  The fact that the top is totally soft is really great since it’s a lot more comfortable to use.  It does act as a cup and will contain bodily fluids and lubricant when you pull it out, but it’s very easy to clean because it’s not very textured inside.

Every time I look at this piece I get more blown away by the attention to detail!  The front of the shaft (with the opening facing you) has a more prominent area that goes down the length of it, but the back and sides are all the same; covered in horizontal and vertical lines that make it look so realistic.  The base at the bottom is much wider than the base of the shaft.  It’s necessary thanks to the length of the toy and does a great job at keeping it grounded.

The shaft starts off at the thinnest area and gradually gets larger as you work your way down.  I chose the medium size, but other options are available.  The full length of the medium (including the base) is 12 3/4″.  Of that , 11 1/2″ are insertable.  Measuring at the top, center, and bottom (as pictured to the right); 6 1/2″, 8″, 9 1/2″.  The very bottom, just before the base, is 10″ in circumference.  This is far from being a beginner friendly toy!  Because the surface is soft, it’s a lot more manageable than it sounds; but it’s still a very large toy that truly shocked me when it arrived!  Laying it next to my arm nearly made my jaw drop, the length is longer than my forearm, and my fingers can’t reach around most of the toy.  Make sure you’re property warmed up before using this toy or you may experience some discomfort.

-Customizing-

One of the great things about Exotic-Erotics, is that they offer a variety of sizes, firmness levels, color options, and on some, suction cups.

-Sizes – There are three sizes available for the Elephant Trunk; small, medium, and large.  I chose the medium because I’ve recently discovered that I enjoy a really full feeling during my play time.  The size difference between each of them is quite different.  If the small seems too small for you, the medium may be too large.  Make sure you take a good look at the measurements provided on the site before making your choice.

-Firmness - Deciding on size and firmness sort of go hand in hand.  The larger the toy, the softer you probably want it to be.  You have four options to choose from.

• Soft
• Medium
• Hard
• Cored (+$20)

With a toy that’s long like this one, it’s best to get the cored option if it’s available.  It might cost you a little bit more, but your toy will stand straighter and be easier to use.  If you’re unsure about which firmness is right for you, Exotic-Erotics offers a $5 sample set that will give you the best idea before making your purchase.  If you choose to try out the sample set first and end up making a purchase, they’ll take the $5 you spent and put it toward the purchase you make.

-Color Options – I went pretty basic with mine, liking the idea of it being a similar color to an actual elephant, but you can go pretty crazy with your color choices.

• Custom (no fades) (+$5)
• Florescent Blue
• Florescent Green
• Florescent Orange
• Florescent Red
• Florescent Yellow
• Green Glow-in-the-Dark (+$15)
• Grey
• Light Blue
• Light Brown 
• Pink
• Swirl (two of the offered colors) (+$15)
• Fleshy Pink
• White 
• Black 
• Blue
• Brown 
• Green
• Red 
• Yellow

-Care-

Included with your toy is a lovely care card that explains everything you need to know about properly taking care of your toy as far as cleaning it, using lubricant, and storing it.  While some might be concerned about the texture on this toy, I found it to be very easy to clean.  It’s a little large and didn’t fit well in my bathroom sink, so you may need to clean it in the tub/shower.  You do need to pay some extra attention to cleaning the toy thoroughly.  Because the crevasses aren’t deep it’s not difficult, but you can’t just go over it with a toy wipe.  You may feel the need to use a soft bristled tooth brush on it, but I didn’t find it to be necessary.

-Packaging-

When you’re working on customizing your toy, you’ll see a little box that allows you to add a storage pouch free with your order.  Make sure you select that box, especially if you’re purchasing a larger toy since it’s difficult to find an alternative option.  If you don’t select this box, your toy won’t include one.

It arrives in a plain brown box with the toy already inside the storage pouch, sealed in a clear plastic bag.  The included care card is in the actual box and the reverse side mentions that the product cannot be exchanged or returned if the plastic bag has been opened.  Make sure you received the right product before opening your toy because you won’t be able to return it otherwise.

The pouches are handmade and fit the toy perfectly!  The material for this one reminded me of wind pants and doesn’t produce any lint.  It’s well made and fits the toy quite well.

-Experience-

I was so excited when I placed my order!  I’d been interested in trying one of these products for a long time and was overly giddy when I received the confirmation email.  Exactly one week after placing my order, the box arrived at my door.  The first thing I noticed was how heavy the box was, but the real surprise came when I opened the package.  I knew this toy was going to be large, but no amount of looking at images and measurements would have prepared me for having it in my hands.

I felt a little nervous at first, unsure if I was even going to be able to use it, but after having a really positive experience with Crackers the Cockatrice from Bad Dragon, I knew once I was warmed up that it would be amazing.

I used a few other toys first, and when I was ready, I lubed up the Elephant Trunk and did my best to relax.  The top of the toy was a little tough to insert because its so soft, but I was able to figure it out.  I was impressed with how soft the material felt, but didn’t love how heavy it was when I was laying on my back.  I decided to stand next to my bed, right foot on the floor, left foot on my bed and I straddled it.  I was able to use my left hand to hold the base in place and I went to town.  Sliding on top of something so large was a totally new and exciting experience!  After enjoying myself for a bit, for the sake of the review, I figured out how far I was able to insert it.  After it was in 8″, it started annoying my cervix.   I highly doubt many women can take the full length vaginally, and was shocked when I measured what had been inside of me!  Since the tip of the toy is soft, I was able to insert it much further than if the toy had been firm the whole length.

Though the size is extremely intimidating when you’re looking at it, it’s overwhelming awesome during use.  The full feeling it provides along with the light texture stimulated all the right areas and sent me into a blissful state of pleasure.  Though this isn’t one I’ll be able to use all the time, it’s an awesome option for when I’m needing a full feeling.

Interested in trying out an Elephant Trunk of your own?  Click the banner below to visit the site.

A massive thank you to Exotic-Erotics for providing this toy to me free of change (excluding shipping) in exchange for an unbiased review.  This is in compliance with FTC guidelines. 

We Vibe 3

Pros:
- Rechargeable
- Comes with a remote
- Solo and partnered use
- Great material
- Multi-function
Cons:
- Grabby silicone
- Doesn’t fit everyone properly
Overall:

-Use-

We Vibe 3 is a dual stimulating vibrator that’s designed to connect with some of the most sensitive areas of the female body.  Great for solo play, it provides a totally hands free session, taking the work out of pleasuring yourself.  What’s better?  This toy is also designed to be used with a partner during intercourse!  With the vibrator in place, penetrative sex is not only possible, but gives pleasure to both parties involved; stimulating internal and external areas of the female body, and your cock wielding partner!  Need help coming up with positions?  Check out the 3-Play Book for ideas!

There are a few alternative uses for this toy, making it work for just about anyone, whether you’re playing solo or together.  With proper lube, the internal and external stimulators can be placed on either side of the penis and moved back and forth with a stroking motion.  The texture to these areas along with the vibrations make it a really stimulating experience.  Another use would be for anal play.  The insertable part can be placed inside of you, while the external stimulator can pleasure your perineum, testicles, and depending on anatomy, the bottom area of your vaginal opening.  Do use some caution with anal play, and make sure you sterilize the toy before using it vaginally again.

Totally waterproof, this vibrator can be used anywhere you and/or your partner feel like getting frisky.  It’s compact, travel friendly, and is a great product to take with you on vacation!  Because this toy pleases you and your partner and can be used during intercourse, it keeps you close and eliminates the need to bring several toys in order to please you both.  If you’re a really adventurous couple, the vibe can be used in public as well.  It’s comfortable and quiet enough that it can be worn under clothes without anyone knowing.

We Vibe 3 isn’t the first of its kind, it’s an updated version of previous models.  The 3 is rechargeable, just like the ones before it, but charges inside a plastic case that doubles as storage.  It’s definitely a great upgrade from the silky pouch that comes with the II.  That’s far from the best upgrade though; the 3 is also fully waterproof and comes with a wireless remote!  No more fumbling with the toy to change the settings, now all you have to worry about is who gets to control it!

-Material/Texture-

Made from silicone, this vibrator is body safe, non-porous, latex free, and phthalate free.  It’s one of the best materials for a sex toy because of how safe it is.  This particular silicone has a shiny surface that collects all kinds of lint and particles.  You’ll want to rinse it off before each use because of this reason, or at least be very careful as you remove it from the case.  On top of picking up lint, it also has a lot of drag to it.  If you’re using it on your own, a little lubricant helps, but if you’re using it for penetrative sex, you’ll want to use a decent amount to eliminate friction which could cause discomfort to the penis.

There isn’t any give to the silicone since it’s simply covering the motors and parts inside.  The internal and external stimulators are very firm, but the area between them has a lot of flex to it.  You shouldn’t try to manipulate this area too much, but the flexibility makes it suitable for more users since it’s more likely to work with your anatomy.

The inside of the internal and external stimulators are both textured.  The external piece is much more subtle, having several rows of rounded, shallow ribs.  The internal stimulator has a little bit of a deeper texture to it, making it a little more obvious during use.  I don’t believe anyone would feel it’s too overwhelming since it’s not designed to be thrust, but it does move a little during intercourse.  The outside of the vibe (top of the external piece and bottom of the internal piece) aren’t designed to provide a textured stimulation.  The top has the name of the toy on it, but the bottom is totally smooth.  The smooth area is what would come in contact with the penis during partnered use, making the vibrations stand out.

-Design/Size-

We Vibe 3 has a wonderful shape that’s really designed to work for a variety of people and in a variety of ways.  Dual stimulating toys are great, but there aren’t many that will stimulate your partner as well.  Being designed to work for two people, stimulating three different pleasure zones, and being nearly effortless to use?  The toy practically screams, “buy me now!”   The image below gives you the best idea of how the vibrator works, and was taken directly from their website.

There were two questions that stuck out in my mind when I first heard about this product (actually, the We Vibe II):

1) Does it really stay in place like it’s supposed to?
2) Will there be enough room for my partner and the toy to comfortably be in my vagina at the same time?

For me, the answer was yes to both.  The shape of the toy does a great job at staying in place, even during penetration.  It might move a little bit during thrusting, but for the most part it stays exactly where it belongs.  As far as there being room, that will depend a little more on you and your partner’s anatomy.  It should work for most people, but if your partner is very girthy and commonly causes you discomfort during regular intercourse, this might not work out for you.  As long as you’re relaxed and  properly lubricated, there shouldn’t be an issue with the average couple.

The size of the toy is very compact, easily fitting in the palm of my hand.  Without measuring along the curve of the toy, its length is 3 1/4″ long and 2 1/2″ wide.  The two sides differ only slightly in size; the insertable area is just as wide as the top, but thins sooner than the top area.  It’s also very flat looking while the external portion looks more plump.  Even for a beginner, the size is very manageable, the only issue would be how it would work for you paired with a partner.

-Functions-/Controls-

Forget batteries, We Vibe 3 is rechargeable!  The charging system is a huge improvement and is such a great feature to this toy!  Rather than having an adapter plug directly into your toy, this one gets plugged into a base where the toy rests.  Genius!  The base has three dips in it, one for either side of the toy, and one in between for the remote.  When the toy arrives, it requires an initial 24 hour charge.  It’s difficult to wait, but it’s well worth it!  Put the cover on over the toy, plug it in, and you’ll see a little light at the bottom turn on.  This light will glow steady and will turn off then the toy is juiced up and ready to go.  How long the charge lasts will depend entirely on the setting you’re using but should last through at least a couple sessions before needing to recharge (up to two hours according to the website).

On the tip of the external side there is a very small button.  It’s hardly raised from the toy, but you can feel it when you slide your fingers over that area.  To turn the toy on, you press the button once. Every press of the button after that will bring you to another pattern.  If you pass one you like, you’ll have to cycle back through them all to find it again, there’s isn’t a way to go back apart from that.  When you want to turn the toy off, you can cycle through the patterns, or simply press the button down for a couple seconds.  Going through the patterns using the button can be a real pain during use, fortunately thanks to the upgraded design, you can use the included remote to get the job done!

The remote is really basic and is made from ABS plastic.  It’s nice and compact in size and is simple to use.  The front shows the company name at the bottom, and the button itself is ergonomically shaped to fit your finger; making it easy to use even in the dark.  The back of the remote has a sticker on it that has information on it about the product but has no other information or marking on it apart from that.

The remote only controls cycling through the patterns.  When you want to turn the toy off while using it, you’ll need to go through each pattern until the vibrations stop, holding down the remote button will not turn the toy off.

My husband and I decided we would try testing how far apart we could be while using the remote.  We were both pretty impressed with the results!  While we couldn’t be on two different floors in our home, but we were able to be between 10-15 feet apart.  You could easily be out on a date with your partner and use this toy as a sexy, secret way to spice up your evening!

The patterns with this toy are fantastic!  There should be at least something that will work for you and your partner, and a position that will compliment it.  Please check out the playbook for suggestions.

The power behind the vibrations should be suitable for most users.  There are lower intensity levels for those that are more sensitive, and more powerful settings for those that need a little more power behind their toys.  I was really impressed with the variety and very pleased with the power, which says a lot.  Another reason the vibrations are so awesome is the fact that they’re deep and rumbly!  It’s not likely your clit will become numb from this one!  The vibrations are felt pretty evenly throughout the toy thanks to the two motors, so you and your partner will both be feeling the same amount of power.

With a toy that has real power behind it, there is always the worry that you’ll wake the neighbors as soon as you turn it on.  That’s not the case with this toy!  You could easily be in the same room with others and they wouldn’t be able to hear it as long as other noise is present (TV, music, etc.).  Super fun if you and your partner are adventurous!

-Care-

Being waterproof, you don’t need to be careful when it comes to washing your toy.  Using antibacterial soap and warm water or your favorite sex toy cleaner will be your best option, but you’ll want to clean it with a 10% bleach solution if you’re planning on switching orifices or sharing with someone else.  Always make sure the toy is totally dry before storaging.

Like all silicone products, it’s recommended you only use a water-based lubricant with this toy.  During intercourse you’ll need to use a little more than normal, so don’t be afraid to slather it on or reapply as you need.

The charging base and cover also works as storage for your We Vibe 3.  Remove the adapter, cover your toy, and you’re good to go!  The cover fits on nice and snug so there’s no worry about it coming off while you’re storing it.

-Packaging-

The toy arrives in an oval shaped box that is tasteful looking, but not discreet.  It shows an image of the toy on either side and includes a variety of information about it.  Since the toy comes with its own storage it’s not important to keep the box, but it should hold up fairly well to long term storage if that’s what you plan to use it for.

The box includes the toy, charging base and cover, adapter, and user manual.  The manual contains information on the 1 year warranty, and all the basic information about how the toy works.  The same information and more can be found directly from their website.

-Experience-

The first vibrating toy my husband and I purchased together was the We Vibe II back in 2010.  We were looking for toys to use together and that one jumped out at me.  We bought it, charged it, but when we went to use it, were both frustrated by having to press the button on the toy to change the pattern.  It wasn’t easy to do during use and so the toy was put aside and used infrequently.

When I saw that they were coming out with a third version of the We Vibe, I was immediately interested!  The upgrades sounded fantastic and the things that frustrated us both about the II were addressed and changed.  We weren’t able to get the 3 for a while, life and kids come before toys, but I was recently able to obtain this toy and try it out with my husband.

He kept putting it off, thinking it wasn’t going to be a good experience.  He doesn’t love vibrating cock rings because they distract him (his words), so he assumed this would be sort of the same idea.  I was finally able to convince him to use it with me when I said blowjobs would be put on hold until we tried it, that did the trick!

We don’t normally need to use lube during intercourse, so he looked at me a little funny when I told him to grab some.  I told him it was important, so he applied some to his cock before sliding into me.  I could tell right away that he enjoyed it from the way he was moving and the sounds he was making, and I was getting into it just as much.  Having something vibrating directly against my clit the whole time without having to hold it there was pure bliss!

I cycled through the vibrations twice, trying to find one that would work best for both of us.  Once I hit the fifth setting, it wouldn’t cycle through anymore.  I kept pressing the button on the remote but it wouldn’t change.  We finished our play time and did a little testing after.  It seems like it was a total fluke, because it hasn’t acted up since then.

We talked about our experience after and he said the only bad thing was that he didn’t apply enough lube (should have listened, Babe!) and he felt a little friction issue with it.  The grabby silicone really does require a fair amount of lubricant, so please, don’t be shy and reapply as you need.  Apart from that, he loved it, which is a lot coming from him.  I didn’t climax from it when we used it together, but I think the only reason was because I was focused on why the settings weren’t changing instead of the feelings it provided.  Overall, I love this toy, like a lot!  If it weren’t for the silicone having so much drag, I would have given it 5 stars!

Interested in getting your own We Vibe 3?  The banner below will take you to their website where you can purchase your own!

A huge thank you to We Vibe for providing this item to me free of charge in exchange for an unbiased review.  This is in compliance with FTC guidelines.