The Modern Materialist : bra

Guess the Product: A Modest Bra

Diana Vilibert — Thu, 14 May 2009 21:10:00 GMT

The concept behind this bra is pretty hilarious, in a disturbing and not at all sexy way. I'll give you a hint--it's not a ticking time bomb, despite how it looks. Well, not exactly:

This chastity bra puts the brakes on any groping action until the big (wedding) day in Japan, apparently. If an engagement ring is inserted into the "special slot" (that's what she said?), the countdown stops and The Wedding March is played. The bra also has holders for the marriage contract seal and a pen for pre-nups.

...Oh. My. God. In other news, women belong in the kitchen and should be seen, not heard.

[via Reuters]

Guess the Product: Super-Bra?

Diana Vilibert — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 21:06:00 GMT

It's not a futuristic bulletproof bra...but what is it?

It's a concept design for the Bra Dyer--in this bust-shaped dryer, a gentle infrared heat source helps evaporate moisture from the bra fabric while silent fans inside the appliance help remove this moisture. Good idea, or overthought? I think I'm going to stick to the Bra Ball.

[Bra Dryer]

From Puffy to Perky

Shaun Seneviratne — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 19:32:00 GMT

Got your attention? Good.

I want to talk to you about a serious epidemic sweeping the nation, nay, the world! Two words: puffy nips.

[photo via]

Every day people seek out help regarding this problem but their pleas fall on deaf ears. Well, it looks like our friends in the Pacific overheard and decided to do something about it:

I find it somewhat hard to believe that these are actual products, but not so surprised that they are from Japan.

File under ridiculous.

[Via Albotas]

Hot and Bothered

Laureen Mahler — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 19:08:00 GMT

It's funny how sometimes the universe conspires to produce the perfect product at the perfect moment. Like how earlier this week I posted about USB slippers that warm your feet, and a little before that about a bra that massages your breasts. So what happens when you put those two products together?

You get USB bra inserts that warm your breasts while you're on the computer:

Sure it's a lesser know affliction, but PC-induced boob freeze is a huge problem these days. Didn't you know?

[¥1980, Rare Mono]

[via Geekologie]

Decadent and Dirty

Steph Auteri — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 18:03:00 GMT

[$1,200, Coco De Mer]

It's not just the artfully arranged photos. Neither is it the descriptions, as simultaneously sexy and instructive as any book of erotica. There's an artistry and opulence about the products sold through Coco De Mer that oozes sensuality. How can one help but take out their Platinum Visa as if in a daze and snap up everything in sight?

My purple tickler and soft leather handcuffs can't hold a candle to these items:

[$25, Coco De Mer]

Speaking of candles, I wasn't aware that massage candles existed. This Afterglow candle can be used in the usual fashion before blowing it out and dipping the included body brush in the melted wax. When heated, the was apparently liquefies into a high-slip massage oil. The site says that it "burns up to 42 hours, every one of them memorable."

[$150, Coco De Mer]

It's tough to see in this photo, but these teacups have inscribed upon them, in delicate cursive, "bitch" and "wanker." Both cheeky and demure. Love.

[$850, Coco De Mer]

Both ring and tickler.

[$795, Coco De Mer]

This beautiful pearl circlet is "designed to adorn the middle finger of your most able hand; when turned towards the palm, the seven pearls are particularly indicated for penis adoration." Apparently, it can feel pretty damn sensational on one's clit as well.

Check out the vibrators, dildos, cock rings, and anal toys if you're looking for something with a little more oomph. They're just as beautifully designed.

[Via Whorange]

Related: The Power of Art to Arouse

Could You Hold These for a Minute?

Laureen Mahler — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 22:51:00 GMT

Sometimes I worry about my breasts. Do they get bored, fettered in confining undergarments? Are they stressed out, wondering what's happening in the big, wide world beyond the blouse? Maybe it's time to give something back...

Behold the breast-massaging bra:

It's a bra. That massages your breasts.

Has anyone tried this? Does it feel like there's a tiny masseuse trapped in your shirt?

Alas, the Magical Massage Bra is only available in bulk from its manufacturer.

[Shenzen Pengo Electronic Co.]

I Judge This Bra To Be Guilty of Sexiness [NSFWish]

Alex Zalben — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 18:41:00 GMT

Now, here's a fun fact I had no idea about: up until recently Japan had judges, but no juries. On May 21, 2009, that all changes when the first citizen juries are put in place; and to raise awareness of this important issue, Triumph International created the Jury System Bra.

Here's some more pics:

[Via Cool Buzz]