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| Wed 11 Nov 09, 7:00 PM jemxen 3 yrs |
For entirely innocent reasons, I will be passing through Amsterdam next month, and wondered if anyone has any recommendations for interesting emporia where I might treat myself to a Christmas present or two? I tend to prefer good quality, stylishly minimal toys and such, rather than overblown fetish nonsense. Thanks Jemxen | |
| 11 Nov 09, 7:07 PM miss_kitten UK(HA), 5 yrs   |
Mr B and RoB are just fabulous and located very close to each other. They make me swoon...
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| 11 Nov 09, 7:23 PM MissKimberley NL, 8 yrs    |
Rob's is good although I find it quite pricey. With the current exchange rates you're probably best buying online in UK stores if you have pounds to spend instead of euros. “During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act” - George Orwell | |
| 11 Nov 09, 10:47 PM Mr_Worm UK(BN), 6 yrs     |
There's a Rob in London on Wells Street; it's been on the to visit list for a while so I have no idea re range etc
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| 11 Nov 09, 11:06 PM miss_kitten UK(HA), 5 yrs |
Last time I went in (both London and Manchester branches) they have a far reduced range compared with the Amsterdam shop, but a reflective one. Buying online was uber expensive when I last checked as they ship from Amsterdam so they obviously have significant shipping costs. As with anywhere, some things were reasonable, some not. Still worth a look if only for the loveliness and atmosphere. | |
| 11 Nov 09, 11:09 PM oneseriousmaster UK(CV), 3 yrs |
Christine le Duc, which was once a Dutch owned group, now belongs to a large German chain Beate Uhse, and is very BDSM oriented. They have a few stores in Amsterdam, including a large one near the bottom of Kalverstrasse ( the main pedestrianised shopping street).
For fetish clothing " Absolute Danny " in the RLD is hard to beat. If you're staying overnight the Black Tulip is a wonderful venue in a great location,with great hosts, whatever your orientation. Enjoy your visit to my favourite city! XXF
Finally back in cyber world, thanks BT, the experience is truly life changing! | |
| 11 Nov 09, 11:51 PM totallycoverme UK(M), 4 yrs |
Would love to go to Amsterdam one day, it sounds wicked! It's nice to be important, but it's more important to be nice | |
| 12 Nov 09, 1:39 AM Esinem UK(SE), 12 yrs |
I can recommend a really good coffeeshop...umm, but I forget where it is...err, and what it's called  Yeah, stay at the Black tulip. Not cheap but unforgettable and dead handy. If bondage is your thing, this is the place to be: Edited 12 Nov 09, 1:40 AM by Esinem | |
| 12 Nov 09, 3:14 AM Baby_Girl UK, 5 yrs £ |
Absolutely ,,, The Tulip everytime! As for the toy shops,,, well,,,, After visiting almost all of them,,, one is just the same as the other to be honest!,,, It got quite boring after the 3rd night/day walking around,,,, Wok to Walk however,,,,,,, Visited once on the last day,, never forgotten! Oooh!,, and the Grasshopper for some atmosphere and Great evening Dining! 'BOUDOIR 69' Edited 12 Nov 09, 3:17 AM by Baby_Girl | |
| 12 Nov 09, 5:32 AM Ladyanamorphic NL, 10 yrs |
Since i live in Amsterdam i'll list some of the stores i've found. If i missed any please tell me. Some are gay & some are straight but who cares when they sell nice stuff. ROB - Expensive but excellent quality. Friendly staff Blackbody - Not cheap. NIce selection, especially Gas Masks. Staff are more business like Mr B - Look out for the Italian guy (Valario) with the tatoos. Looks gay & HOT!! hahahaha, he's not, free coffee if he likes you. Very busy and a good selection. Mainly leather but some nice toys. Waarmostraat area to the red light district there are loads of shops, some good, most touristy but nice selection. Absolute Danny - Latex/Rubber. Staff are sososo. Selection could be better. De Mask - One of my favorites and packed with all kinds of rubber outfits, implements etc. Like being in a sweet shop. JC Creations - Corset manufacturers Bizarre Designs - Extreme corsetry & bespoke service. Leather & Rubber a speciality. Hope this helps. Erika | |
| 12 Nov 09, 8:56 PM jemxen 3 yrs |
Thanks guys - very helpful! Jemxen |
They do a great range in no nonsense restraints and some fabulous heavy impact sticks, batons and paddles and lovely rubber and steel medical equipment. Of course they also do a massive range of leather clothes for men. And a range of infeasibly large insertables...