Bondage is the consensual practice of restraining a partner using rope, cuffs, chains, tape, or other materials. It is one of the most common BDSM practices and forms the "B" in the BDSM acronym.
Types of bondage range from simple wrist restraints to elaborate rope work like Japanese Shibari/Kinbaku. Materials used include soft rope, leather cuffs, metal restraints, bondage tape, and specialty furniture or equipment.
The appeal of bondage varies between participants. For the bound person, it may involve surrender, vulnerability, sensation, or aesthetic appreciation. For the person doing the binding, it may involve control, artistry, or the trust their partner places in them.
Safety considerations include avoiding nerve damage, maintaining circulation, having safety shears accessible, never leaving bound partners unattended, and establishing clear communication signals.
Safety Information
Always have safety shears nearby. Check circulation frequently. Never bind around the neck unsupervised.