The kink scene in transition: Is it a good thing that BDSM, kinks, and fetishes are increasingly entering the mainstream, or not? What opportunities and risks does this bring?

The kink scene in transition: Is it a good thing that BDSM, kinks, and fetishes are increasingly entering the mainstream, or not? What opportunities and risks does this bring?
Since 2004, the bondage and fetish fair BoundCon has been held in Munich. For its twentieth anniversary, we at Deviance were also present and here share our impressions with you.
Labels provide security, and Germans in particular are known for wanting to standardize everything and call it by name. Why this can sometimes be annoying in BDSM…
Folsom Pride is like a Christopher Street Day for the BDSM and fetish scene. The Berlin branch is called Folsom Europe and takes place every year in September.
Does BDSM belong at Pride? A question that has been much discussed for years. Here are the arguments for and against, as well as a few possible solutions.
The origin of Christopher Street Day is an uprising by homosexuals against police arbitrariness. Today parades take place all over the world. An overview of history.
Many people are into BDSM without realizing it. Yet, much of what is practiced in the so-called vanilla realm often has nothing to do with consent anymore.
Everyone knows them: the typical BDSM clichés. But is there any truth to them? And where do such prejudices come from? We took a closer look at that.
BDSM is often seen as a deviation from the norm, but who defines and determines what is “normal” anyway? Guest author Cassie did some research.
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Kinky, creative, curious: Obscene 2025 brought ropes, shows, and exciting newcomers. Our highlights from the fair in Karlsruhe.
Financial Domination combines money and power in BDSM. A game that uniquely merges pleasure and control, but also carries risks.
PRICK sounds humorous, but it’s a BDSM concept for consent and responsibility. Learn how it helps set clear boundaries and foster communication.
Hentai is Japanese erotica in manga and anime and is the most searched term worldwide on porn sites. This article explores the history, fetishes, and cultural aspects of this art form.
Feminizer in BDSM: A transformative role that plays with power, degradation, and feminization. Explore the facets of this kink.
Finsub, money pig, money slave: Find out here why some people get turned on by financially submitting and what facets this role has.
Milking is a BDSM practice where sperm is released without orgasm, often pushed beyond the comfortable level...
Video dating is the perfect way to test the chemistry without wasting much time. Here are six sexy tips for spontaneous dates behind the screen.
Why an outing can be important, how it can change your life, and when it might not make sense.
Discover what it means to be a Findom: The role of financial dominance and how it is applied in relationships and dynamics.