Leo - strap-on dildo by Vixen Creations, Inc - review by Twist Shimmy

I've had my Leo for eleven months now, and I am pleased to say we get along quite well. I love the rich, slightly sparkly purple color, and as many other reviewers have said, the curve of the shaft is astounding—it's guaranteed to give me the perfect orgasm, every time. By far the best dildo I currently own in this regard. When my boy is away, Leo is a perfect backup for amazing sex.

There's just one problem: Leo is not what I would call "small." It's fine for me going solo, and works well for both vaginal and anal play with the right lubrication (no silicon, please!). But it's a pretty intimidating dildo, all the same. Long, thick. Purple. People seem to get hung up on the purple, so if you are buying it for couple play, you may want to consider another color.

I've had the Leo for so long that it doesn't faze me anymore, so I never think twice about the size (or the color). But in many ways, this is a toy to work up to, which other reviewers seem to agree with. It's a little too long for some, so can press uncomfortably on the cervix if taking top, but there are plenty of ways to shift position and counter that. The ridges around the head work wonders for some, myself included, but let me tell you honesty, they are not easy to clean, and if not enough lube is used they can catch uncomfortably and cause friction. It's a little thicker than a normal dildo, as well, so I would not recommend it for a beginner, or for someone who is unused to anal sex. But the material and the hardness are perfect—solid silicone, rigid without feeling inorganic, and holds heat for quite a while after a dishwasher cleaning, if you're interested in playing around with temperatures.

All in all, this is an excellent toy for a collection. I am sad to say I have yet to use it in a strap-on capacity, but I can't see how it would do poorly.

A few weeks ago I brought my now-boyfriend home for some fun. We had discussed the fact that I am a reviewer at dinner, and when things got steamy he decided he wanted to see what toys I own. I walked over to my Cabinet of Fun, reached in, and grabbed the first item I felt, which was in this case the Leo. I turned around, removed Leo from the case, and held it out with a grin.

Cue his face going white. I found out later his last girlfriend was rather uninventive, and this was the first time he had been in the same room as a sex toy. Had I known that, I would not have gone for a toy with a little less "presence." We put the toy away, and I distracted him with my erotica collection instead.

In the end, I decided to hold off on the toys until he was comfortable enough to be curious instead of intimidated. He's just started asking about my collection again, so we'll see how he handles Leo and I now!