I have wanted a labia corset ever since I saw a picture of one on the internet. The decision on inner or outer was easily made. My inner labia don't do a lot for me, in fact: they often feel uncomfortable when they are trapped in clothing. I however love my outer labia and I prefer the look of outer labia piercings.
At A Glance Author Ingrid Contact Ingrid@bme.anon When It just happened Artist a very nice guy with the coolest beard I have ever seen Studio Dare to wear Location Amsterdam I have a week off from work and decided to get them done at the beginning of the week should there be any discomfort. My tattooist and close friend was supposed to come with me to hold my hand but unfortunately he had to work so I went on my own. Last week I asked him if he knew any good piercers in Amsterdam and he replied ''Dare to wear, very nice people, good service and excellent skills!''
Before I actually decided to get pierced I had a few worries. Funnily enough I wasn't worried about the pain but more about that later. I was worried about any possible discomfort after being pierced, would I have to go through life walking like a cowboy for a couple of weeks? I tried finding an answer to that question by doing some reading and I went into a chat room to ask about experiences. I wasn't taken very seriously, they thought I was a guy looking for some hot talk with a pierced woman.
My other worry: would my anatomy be suited for outer labia piercings? I had looked in the mirror many times wondering where they would be placed and trying to figure out which spots should be pierced. Would I be advised to do all piercings in one go? I hoped that wouldn't be the case.
Worry number three: I get slightly aroused thinking about labia rings and I didn't quite fancy dropping my trousers in front of a total stranger. I told myself that if I wanted those rings I should just get over my shyness and embarrassment and I did.
After a 35 minute train ride and a 15 minute walk I pushed open the door of Dare to wear. The piercer was attending to a customer and I nervously sat down and waited. After me two other customers entered the shop, they came for a check up which is part of the shop's service. I quickly asked if I had to pay cash, the answer was ''yes'' so I let the other people go first and went out again to get some money. By the time I got back the other two customers were on their way out and asked me what I was having done, they wished me good luck. And then it was my turn. I felt quite nervous.
I told the piercer what I wanted done and thankfully he took all the time in the world to explain. At Dare to wear outer labia are done a pair at the time *phew* because it is easier to clean them that way and should they get infected the infection would spread. The piercer explained that if I wanted a ladder it would be best to start at the top. I don't have a clue about outer labia piercing and decided to just follow his advise on placement and the diameter of the rings. As for thickness I was doubting between 1.6 mm and 2.0 mm. ''There is no difference pain wise whether you get pierced at 1.6 or at 2.0'' So I decided on 2.0 mm.
He closed up the shop and drew the curtain which I appreciated very much. He asked me to lie down whilst he got everything ready. This guy (sorry, I forgot to ask your name) was very easy going, laid back, confident, professional and friendly. He marked me up and let me have a look in the mirror, it looked alright to me. When I am nervous it usually helps to say that I am nervous which I did. He told me to breath deeply and explained everything he was doing. By the time I was feeling calmer he clamped me up and asked me if I was ready. ''Yes'' I think he was watching my breathing because when I exhaled he pushed the needle through. Now, I have been pierced before and wasn't worried about pain at all but it really hurt, a very sharp pain. Afterwards my heartbeat really went up. Good job it only takes a second to get pierced. He explained he was cutting a bit of plastic off and was going to insert the ring. To my surprise that hurt quite a bit as well. I wanted to have a look in the mirror to look at my first ring, he asked me to grab the mirror myself because he was wearing gloves
.. plus points for this shop!
Time for the other side. ''Are you ready?'' ''Yes'' I was expecting this side to hurt less because of the endorphins, but it hurt just a much. Inserting the jewellery hurt less than the first one though. I apologised for flexing the muscles in my legs because I was trying not to pull them away or kick the piercer in a reflex. ''Don't worry, I'm prepared for that to happen'' he replied. ''That's why I am standing at your side and not in front of you.'' Bless him! A quick look in the mirror and I really liked what I saw. Then he stretched my 1.6 mm horizontal hood to 2.0 mm which went very well. Another look in the mirror and it all looked beautiful together. The outer labia piercings are placed a little uneven so they won't rub against each other.
When I got dressed I already noticed that having these fresh piercings wouldn't cause that much discomfort which was one of my biggest worries. We went through aftercare and had a bit of a chat. Dare to wear is a really good shop, my friend was absolutely right: ''very nice people, good service and excellent skills!''
An unexpected plus point: Johnny Cash was playing on the stereo.
When I left the shop I had a big grin on my face, felt very feminine and happy. The weather was lovely and sunny, I don't visit Amsterdam that often even though I only live 45 km from the city so I decided to do a bit of shopping. I felt very high because of the endorphins and was quite happily walking around Amsterdam for a couple of hours with the sun on my face.
When I got home I rushed upstairs to have a look in the mirror. I noticed a bit of blood in my underwear but the piercings looked fine, they look like fresh piercings, like they ought to. I was advised to try and avoid underwear or any other tight clothing. I changed into a pair of baggy pyjama bottoms when I got home and they started to feel a tiny bit uncomfortable because my body is already trying to heal and the rings were stuck. I just had my first salt soak which was a relief and while I am typing this I can't even feel them although I am aware of them.
I tend to take really good care of my tattoos and piercings so hopefully my outer labia will heal without any hassle. I've never had trouble healing piercings so I'm not expecting any trouble. Note to self: mustn't forget to change bed sheets tonight! I wonder how I will feel tomorrow morning when I wake up, there's always this delightful warm feeling after I have been inked or pierced ''oh yeah, I got something new!''
All of my worries have proven to be unnecessary and I'm happy woman. I'm planning on going back to Dare to wear for my second pair of labia rings around Christmas. Thank you guy with the coolest beard I have ever seen!