How to Choose a Harness
Choosing the Right Harness For Your Strap-On Dildo
Strap-on dildos offer new possibilities for dildo play and their function as a surrogate penis can make sensual activities with dildos feel more natural for the participants. One of the most important decisions to make when selecting strap-on dildos is what dildo harness is going to be worn. The dildo harness should fit firmly enough to keep the dildo in position while also providing maximum comfort for the wearer. Here’s a short guide to the dildo harness options available so that you can choose the one that’s right for you.
One method of attachment for strap-on dildos, surprisingly enough, are straps. Two strap and three strap attachments are the most common configurations. Two strap dildo harnesses fit the wearer like a g-string, with one strap of the dildo harness encircling the waist and the other running between the wearer’s legs to attach to the dildo harness’ second strap in the back. It’s a simple set-up, easy to attach, but the downside is that the dildo harness’ strap can rub against the anus during dildo play, causing uncomfortable chafing. The fit of this dildo harness isn’t always the firmest, either, and that can cause the dildo to slide around (in a bad way) during dildo play.
The three strap dildo harness tends to be more comfortable for the wearer, as the second and third straps loop around each thigh to connect with the dildo harness’ strap around the waist, so you don’t have the chafing problem associated with the two strap configuration. However, the downside is that the fit isn’t always snug enough to keep the dildo in place, and it’s important to make sure that the dildo harness’ straps are made of a comfortable material so that they don’t constrict into the thighs.
Regarding the material used to make the strap-on dildo harness, you want something that’s comfortable, durable, and easy to clean. Many of the cheaper strap-on dildos come with cloth dildo harnesses, which are probably the least desirable to wear. They tend to fray and snap relatively quickly and aren’t particularly comfortable to wear. Plastic dildo harnesses don’t have the durability problem, but they’re also not particularly comfortable to wear. They’re easy to clean, though, and fit firmly, keeping the dildo mounted snugly.
For sheer comfort and durability in a dildo harness, it’s hard to beat leather. It’s strong, fits very snugly to keep your dildo in place reliably, and it’s one of the most comfortable dildo harnesses to wear. The downside is in cleaning it – getting leather cleaned can be a royal pain. There are also a variety of dildo harnesses made of synthetic materials that have all the benefits of leather with the added joy of being easy to clean; some are even machine washable. Look to shell out some extra cash for these dildo harnesses, though.
Strap-on dildos don’t have to be attached to the crotch exclusively; there are a variety of dildo harnesses that affix the dildo to other locations of the body. Dildo harnesses for the thighs are fairly common and attaching the strap-on dildo here allows for positions and penetration possibilities that the standard crotch attachment doesn’t permit. A particularly interesting dildo harness design allows the dildo to be attached to the chin, so the wearer has the opportunity of engaging in cunnilingus while simultaneously penetrating their partner. It takes some practice to find the right rhythms to make this work most effectively, but it can be a lot of fun. The possibilities are limited only by your imagination. Have fun.
