Leather Paddle with Faux Fur On One Side Black

Soft on one face and firm on the other, the Rouge Leather Paddle with Faux Fur On One Side is a two-in-one BDSM paddle in black. One side is covered in faux fur for stroking and teasing; flip it over and you have plain, flat leather for a proper spank. It's a good fit for couples who want to move from gentle to firm without reaching for a second tool.

How it's made

The paddle is cut from heavy leather with bevelled, hand-stitched edges. A lightweight piece of aluminium runs through the handle, so it stays rigid in the hand instead of flexing at the grip. It measures 13.5 in long and 3 in wide across the striking surface: narrow enough to aim accurately, long enough for a comfortable swing.

Holding and swinging it

The stiffened handle means the paddle won't wobble, so control comes from your wrist. Hold it near the end for a longer, heavier swing, or choke up towards the leather for short, accurate taps. Keep your arm relaxed: most of the force should come from a flick of the wrist rather than the shoulder.

Using both sides

Start with the fur. Slow strokes across the back, thighs and bottom build anticipation and get the skin used to contact. When you switch to the leather side, begin with light pats and build gradually; the flat leather gives a broad slap with a satisfying sound, and each pass lands a little more strongly on skin that's already warm. Alternating the two, a few spanks and then a soothing sweep of fur, is an easy way to vary the rhythm of a scene.

Where to aim

Stick to well-padded areas: the fleshy part of the buttocks and the backs of the upper thighs. Avoid the tailbone, spine, kidneys, joints, face and anywhere bony. A 3 in face concentrates force more than a wide paddle does, so it's easy to overwork a single spot. Move around and check in.

Talking it through

Agree on a safe word and a simple intensity scale before you start (traffic-light colours are easy to remember), and check in between rounds. Afterwards, take a few minutes for aftercare: a cuddle, some water, a cool cloth or lotion on reddened skin. Our BDSM guide covers consent and aftercare in more depth.

Who it suits

Couples new to spanking get a built-in soft option, while experienced players get a dependable flat leather paddle with a tease side for contrast and aftercare. If you're after heavy, thuddy impact, a wider or thicker paddle will suit you better.

Leather and fur care

Wipe the leather with a barely damp cloth after use and let it air-dry away from heat. A little leather conditioner now and then keeps it supple. Don't soak it or put it in the washing machine. Brush the faux fur gently with a soft brush to keep it fluffy, and spot-clean it with a damp cloth and a drop of mild soap. Leather is porous and can't be fully sanitised, so keep it off broken skin.

Specifications

• Brand: Rouge
• Material: heavy leather, with faux fur covering one side
• Edges: bevelled and hand-stitched
• Handle: lightweight aluminium insert for rigidity
• Length: 13.5 in
• Width: 3 in across the striking surface
• Colour: black

Pair it with the Rouge Two Finger Flogger, or browse more floggers, paddles and whips.