JimmyJane is referring to the Form 2 as a rabbit vibe (and given its resemblance to a certain Sanrio character, it's not hard to see why). But don't be fooled: this isn't the Rabbit Pearl you're dealing with. The Form 2 is a world away from the toy that was the toast of the "Sex and the City" set.

For one thing, the Form 2 is for external use only. But don't think that the lack of dual stimulation is a failing: the Form 2 may not do everything, but what it does do, it does very, very well. The two ears (which can stimulate the labia, envelope the clitoris, and whatever else your dirty little mind imagines) are each powered by their very own motor...the better to vibrate as hard as possible, of course.

And there's also the matter of the controls. The Form 2 is graced with three little buttons: a plus sign (to turn vibration on and up), a minus sign (to decrease vibration and turn it off), and a squiggly line, which takes the toy through different pulse patterns. It's a simple, intuitive set up, and it works very, very well—even in my orgasm addled state, I was still easily able to navigate my way through the pleasure cycle.

But that's not all! The Form 2 is completely waterproof (for bathtime fun), and—and this really excites me—it's impossible to overcharge it. Yes, leave your toy sitting on your charger overnight, if you like; it'll still be good as new in the morning.

In the past, I've had my issues with some of JimmyJane's products, but the Form 2 might just be enough to turn me into a true believer. I'm eagerly looking forward to Form 3 and 4...I can't wait to see what the future holds.

· Buy the Form 2 (jimmyjane.com)

The Contour Q is actually a set of two ceramic stones—one bumpy, one ribbed—that are shaped like small spheres with with small protrusions on either end (I'm not exactly sure where the "Q" came from). Used individually, or paired with the larger Contour M, they're designed to provide a deep, targeted massage, hitting the body's pressure points in just the right way.

But let me tell you something: my favorite pressure point to target with the Contour Q is quite a bit aways from my back. Yes, I'm quite partial to using the Contour Q for clitoral stimulation (and though it may not be explicitly discussed in their PR materials, trust that this is most definitely something that JimmyJane intended).

I'm not quite sure what sort of voodoo is involved, but rolling the Contour Q (either one!) back and forth against the clitoris feels just marvelous. And while I'm sure they're good for other massages too, well—let's just say I've been a little too preoccupied to find out. But hey: the clitoral stimulation alone is well worth the $25, right?

· Contour Q (jimmyjane.com)
· Buy Contour Q (babeland.com)

Rather than striving to create toys that do as many things as humanly (machinely?) possible, JimmyJane creates products that do a handful of things—and do them really well. Case in point: their signature Little Something vibrators, which offer much, much more than meets the eye.

I admit, I was not particularly impressed when I first laid eyes on a Little Something (in my case, a Little Platinum). It was just, well, little. And smooth. And straight. It didn't conform to my ideas about what a really good sex toy should be.

But then I actually learned about it, and my opinion started to change.

Here are a few of the things I like about the Little Something:

It lasts forever. Okay, maybe not forever, but a really long time. Years, definitely—and once the motor finally kicks, it's easy to remove and replace.

It's powerful. Not Hitachi Magic Wand powerful, but incredibly impressive considering it's powered by a single AA battery.

It's superquiet. Surprisingly so—a definite plus (especially if you happen to have roommates, or just don't like getting distracted by the whine of a motor).

It's bodysafe. The metals in JimmyJane vibes are sterilizable, with no toxic chemicals to mess things up. And, even cooler, it can be used anally as well as vaginally—just run a string through the holes in the cap, and you've got a toy that won't get lost up in there (and remember to sterilize after!).

It's pretty. Granted, that's what JimmyJane is known for, but it's still worth mentioning.

So, with all that in mind, I sat down to test the Little Platinum. And I was impressed. It was a far, far more interesting toy than I'd initially given it credit for: subtle, yes, but still pleasurable and fun to play with.

And, okay, some bells and whistles would have been nice: but the Little Something definitely impressed. What it lacks in fancy features, it more than makes up for in stability and lastingforeverness—and that's the kind of quality you can take to the bank.

· JimmyJane (jimmyjane.com)
· Buy the Little Something (babeland.com)

What toys were deemed iconic enough to be a part of the Iconic Collection? Pretty much what you would expect: a rabbit vibrator, a pocket rocket, and a vibrating cock ring. The three toys that have made their way across all of America, earning a prized place in sex toy shops around the country.

The Iconic Rabbit: Confession time: prior to obtaining the Iconic Collection, I had never owned a rabbit vibe. This was partly due to cost constraints (at the height of the Rabbit's popularity, I was a broke college student) and partly due to my distaste for mass trends (by the time I could actually afford a Rabbit, everyone and their mother had created a knockoff—and usually a cheap one). In fact, I'd only used a rabbit vibe once in my life, during an encounter that also involved an Italian prostitute in Amsterdam.

Unlike most of its predecessors, the Iconic Rabbit is not coated in questionably safe jelly rubber, but rather a jacket of phthalate-free, bright white elastomer. Which, for the record, I found a bit creepy. Perhaps I'm just not stylish enough to appreciate the appeal of all white elastomer.

The big appeal of the rabbit is its dual modes of stimulation—which, in the case of the Iconic, are controlled by two sliders on the base of the toy. One slider causes the eponymous rabbit to vibrate, its ears transforming into a blur; the other causes the shaft (and its pearl core), to rotate, stimulating the gspot.

Here was my first disappointment with the Iconic Rabbit: I had to slide one of the sliders almost halfway down to get the shaft rotating. Here was my second disappointment: when the toy was actually inside me, it stopped rotating entirely, only kicked into motion when it was approaching its highest setting. Were my Kegel muscles just that powerful—or was the toy just that weak? I'll let you decide.

Now, when I could get the toy actually moving and grooving, it felt pretty great. There's a reason why the Rabbit was the toast of "Sex and the City": it's a vibe that knows how to make a woman feel... like a woman. However, my enjoyment of the toy was hampered by the sheer volume of the motor. It was loud. Really, really loud.

Perhaps I was right to have avoided rabbit fever.

The Iconic Pocket: First off: am the only one who thinks that JimmyJane really, really missed out by not calling this toy the Iconic Rocket? Rabbit, Rocket, and Ring just flows so much better than Rabbit, Pocket, and Ring (or maybe I'm just abnormally addicted to alliteration).

The thing about the Iconic Pocket is that it's not really reborn, remade, or restyled in anyway by JimmyJane: the original Pocket Rocket (which, yes, I owned back in the day) was also white—in fact, the only difference between that toy and JimmyJanes is the "Iconic Pocket" branded across the stem.

But I digress.

The Iconic Pocket is a small, one-speed vibrator. It's also surprisingly powerful, given its pocket size—a little too powerful, if you ask me. Having so much raw, awesome, vibrating power packed into one tiny toy didn't turn me on; it made me overwhelmed (and, for that matter, reminded me why I had graduated on to more subtle, distinguished toys). My roommate, however, found the sheer, awesome power to be nothing short of thrilling. Different strokes for different folks, right?

The Iconic Ring: With its gummy, elastomer band and tiny, watch battery-powered vibe, the Iconic Ring was more along the lines of the Sonic Ring Kit than the Bo—though there were some subtle design elements that rocketed it to a higher level than the Sonic Ring.

Most impressive was that Jimmy Jane had thought to completely encase the vibrator in elastomer, preventing any possibility of it getting shifted or dislodged during the action. The vibrator's flat shape was also a plus—as were the ticklers emanating from the elastomer casing.

But overall, I just couldn't quite get into it—which may have more to do with the inherent flaws of vibrating cock rings than with JimmyJane.

So what have we learned from all this? Well, for one thing, making a toy all white and branding it "iconic" doesn't fundamentally change anything about it. If you like the Rabbit, the Rocket, and the Ring, you'll find this JimmyJane collection a pleasing tribute—but if, like me, you think iconic's just another word for starter toy, you'll probably be happier investing your money in a more advanced, new-fangled toy that lacks the SATC cred—but more than makes up for it in pleasing power.

· Buy the Usual Suspects Kit (babeland.com)

*****

Previously: Marital Aid Test Kitchen Archive

For the most part, the Form 6 2.0 is remarkably similar to it's predecessor: same general form, same set of buttons, same vibration patterns—and initially, it seems as though the improvements are largely cosmetic. While the original Form 6 was only available in purple and a sickly sort of mint green, the 2.0 (which, naturally, is available in purple) comes in black and blue as well. Additionally, the charging case has changed: instead of placing the Form 6 on a small platform, you now secure it in a little charging box—an excellent improvement for those who have a tendency to knock charging vibrators off the night stand.

Examining the toy a little more closely, one will notice that the buttons have completely changed. Instead of articulated white buttons, the Form 6 2.0 has Braille-like symbols raised on the silicone coating, with the actual buttons underneath the skin. There's a very good reason for this change: with the buttons all covered up, the Form 6 is now completely waterproof and submergible (as opposed to just splashproof). Yes, bathtime certainly is lots of fun with this toy around.

Unfortunately, in all their upgrading, the team at JimmyJane neglected to change the one thing I dislike the most about the Form 6. No matter how beautiful, functional, and waterproof the toy may be, I can't get over the noise factor. This thing is loud—far louder than its graceful appearance would lead you to believe. And it's not simple the inevitable noise that comes with the vibration of a motor, either. To indicate that it's been turned on, the Form 6 beeps loudly, then segues into a vibrational hum and what sounds like some low beeping, For maximum enjoyment of the Form 6, you might have to plan some musical accompaniment to drown out its soundtrack.

· Buy the Form 6 2.0 (babeland.com)

With its two curved ends and wide grip, the Form 6 looks more like a lady razor than a sex toy. But no lady razor I've ever come in contact with has gotten me off this good. The body of the Form 6 conformed nicely to my curves, one end resting on my clit as the other arched to reach my labia, guaranteeing maximum stimulation—aided especially by the fact that the two ends of the vibrator are independently controlled. Yes, it's that high tech.

The Form 6 has three buttons: one to determine the pulse pattern, one to set the intensity of the small end's vibrations, and one to set the intensity of the large end's vibrations. Worried you'll find the perfect get-me-off settings, only to forget them in an orgasm-induced haze? Never fear—the Form 6 is smart enough to remember what you like. Turn it off when it's in your favorite mode, and it'll still be there the next time you turn it on.

Here's what the Form 6 is:

· An excellent way to get off. Six vibration patterns, six speeds, five intensity levels, and as many orgasms as you can muster.

· A fun toy to take into the shower. It's water-resistant, so you don't have to worry about destroying it during some wet and wild fun.

· Discreet. If you need a vibe you can legitimately pass of as a "massager," this would be the one to go with. With its cute lady-like looks, no one who's not in the know is going to automatically assume it's a sex toy (and as an added bonus, it actually comes packaged with a sample of massage oil, to make that lie extra plausible).

· Easy to charge. Just place in the base and watch the controls light up.

· Easy to clean and sterilize. What can I say? Silicone is the best.

Here's what the Form 6 is not:

· Quiet. Despite it's promises of being "engineered for sound isolation," the Form 6 was definitely one of the louder vibes I've seen (it even makes a start up noise reminiscent of a UFO signal). If you're planning on using it while other people are around, you're probably going to want some music playing.

· Plug and play. Like the Delight, this is an RTFM toy. The Form 6 comes with an 8 page manual and as tempting as it is to just jump in head first, I highly recommend that you read it (don't worry, the print is large are there are lots of pictures). Trust me: when you're grooving along to a level five square wave on the small massage node while the large massage node gives you a level three rapid vibration wave, you'll be grateful you took the time to actually learn what that means.

· Easy to turn on/off. The Form 6 comes with a fancy button lock system that prevents it from accidentally getting turned on while in your luggage. Naturally, this makes it a little difficult to press the buttons. To turn the toy on or change its intensity or vibration patterns, you have to press down on the buttons hard, which isn't always the easiest thing to do when you're in the heat of the moment.

There's just one more thing I've been left wondering: Why is the Form 6 purple? Or maybe I should say: why are so many sex toys purple? Was there a sex toy design convention where purple was determined to be this year's color? Or is it just some bizarre coincidence? Whatever it is, my toy chest is starting to look like it was exclusively supplied by Grimace's House of Naughty Pleasures ... and that's starting to get just a little weird.

· Buy the Form 6 (babeland.com)
· Jimmy Jane (jimmyjane.com)