Hello Sexy Bondage Rope - Cherry Blossom

The Hello Sexy Bondage Rope in Cherry Blossom is ten metres of soft, silky bondage rope for tying wrists, ankles, bedposts and simple body harnesses. It's gentle against bare skin and holds the supportive knots used in shibari, Japanese rope play, so it works for couples trying their first ties as well as anyone building a rope collection.

How the rope feels

The rope has a silky, smooth finish that slides over skin without the scratch of rough natural fibres, and the maker describes it as never itchy. It's supple enough to bend into tight wraps around a wrist, yet strong enough to hold supportive knots. Ten metres is a generous length: enough to tie two wrists, loop around bedposts with plenty to spare, or wrap a simple chest harness.

Three ways to start

Wrist ties. Fold the rope in half to find the middle, wrap both wrists two or three times, then pass the folded end between the wrists and tie off. The wraps should lie flat and side by side. You should be able to slide a finger under them.

Bed restraints. Tie a loop around each post of a four-post bed, then run the tails to a loose wrist or ankle tie. This spreads your partner out without any knot sitting directly on a joint.

A simple body harness. Wraps above and below the chest, joined at the back, make an easy first harness that looks striking over lingerie or bare skin. It can be worn under clothes too, for a private reminder through the evening.

Rope safety basics

Rope play feels intimate partly because it needs attention. Before you tie anything, agree on limits and a safe word. Keep a pair of safety shears within reach so you can cut the rope in seconds. Never tie around the neck, and avoid tight wraps on the inside of the upper arm and wrist, where nerves sit close to the surface. Check hands and feet every few minutes: tingling, coldness, numbness or a colour change mean it's time to loosen or untie right away. Never leave a tied partner alone, even for a moment.

Specifications

• Brand: Hello Sexy
• Type: soft bondage rope for restraint, body harnesses and shibari-style ties
• Length: 10 metres
• Colour: Cherry Blossom

Pair it with other restraints and cuffs from our BDSM collection, and read our guide to exploring BDSM safely before your first tie.