Annette Benedetti

Portland, United States

Writer, Editor and Photographer at Freelance

I am a writer, editor, photographer and yoga teacher. My work appears in publications including Bust, Red Tricycle, Motherly, Livability and Domino.

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Articles

Southern Pride: A Guide to Tampa's LGBTQ Scene

5 days ago | livability.com | Annette Benedetti

"We are not ever, ever going to discriminate against anybody for any reason."By Annette Benedetti on June 3, 2025 Southern Pride is a recurring column that explores and celebrates LGBTQ culture in Southern cities. Today, we're heading to the Sunshine State to check out the scene in Tampa. The city's MEI score of 100 is well-earned. Tampa's outgoing former mayor, Bob Buckhorn, dedicated both time and effort to championing diversity and the LGBTQ community.
Elevate Your Oral Game: 18 Tips for Giving Toe-Curling Pleasure

1 month ago | sheexploreslife.com | Annette Benedetti

What you need to know when you go downOral sex isn’t just for men’s enjoyment anymore. What was once considered kinky and taboo is now a “must do” in the bedroom—unless she says otherwise, of course. Fortunately, the techniques and tricks for pleasuring a woman with your tongue (and lips, and more…) are no longer just the queer woman’s best-kept secrets. That’s right, anyone can make a person with a vulva and clit between their legs squeal with delight.
Your LOCKtober Male Chastity 2024 Calendar!

1 month ago | sheexploreslife.com | Annette Benedetti

If you’re as pumped for LOCKtober as the vanilla world is for pumpkin spice and the holiday season, it’s time to grab your planners and prep for 31 days of male chastity kink excitement!LOCKtober kicks off on October 1st with your (or your partner’s) cock locked in a male chastity cage. If you’re new to the world of male chastity and wondering what LOCKtober is all about, let me fill you in!What is LOCKtober?
17 Types of Orgasms Women Have & The Toys That Make Them Happen

1 month ago | sheexploreslife.com | Annette Benedetti

On January 1st of 2022, I embarked on a journey I never expected would change my life: the 365 Days of Orgasms Challenge. My mission? To have one orgasm every day for an entire year. As the days passed, my body awakened to new sensations and types of orgasms I never even knew existed. Through extensive research and countless interviews with sex experts, I’ve uncovered at least 17 distinct types of orgasms that women and vulva owners can experience. Yes, you read that right: 17.
Labor Day Sex Toy Deals That Will Ignite Your Love Life!

1 month ago | sheexploreslife.com | Annette Benedetti

Labor Day sales have arrived, and they’re not just about grills and garden tools. This year, some of my favorite brands are slashing prices on intimate products and sex toys that are sure to add some serious heat to your relationship. Ready to elevate your bedroom game?
A Guide to Buying a Male Chastity Device

1 month ago | sheexploreslife.com | Annette Benedetti

How to Pick the Right Male Chastity CageCurious about male chastity and why it’s catching so much attention? Let me break it down. Male chastity is a kink where a man, or penis owner, wears a device called a chastity cage. This device is controlled by a keyholder—often a Dominant or Mistress—who holds the power to decide when the wearer can orgasm, engage in sexual activities, or even masturbate. The keyholder sets the terms for unlocking these privileges.
Male Chastity Kink 101: Cocks in a Cage

1 month ago | sheexploreslife.com | Annette Benedetti

What’s The Male Chastity Kink All About? Male chastity is a kink that’s on the rise. If you haven’t heard of it, you’ve either been living under a rock or you’re keeping it fairly vanilla in bed (which is perfectly ok!). More and more men and people with penises are enjoying the art of putting their cocks on lockdown. So what is the kink that involves the use of male chastity devices all about?
35 Sexiest Black Friday Deals You Can Get NOW!

1 month ago | sheexploreslife.com | Annette Benedetti

Get ready to crank up the heat this holiday season because Black Friday deals are officially on fire, and I’ve got the hookup. Whether you’re treating your partner, spoiling your bestie, or shopping for that special someone, these sizzling sales are here to make sure things get a whole lot spicier. I’ve handpicked the sexiest Black Friday deals—from intimate accessories to luxurious body products and seductive lingerie—that’ll take your holiday vibes to the next level.
What is Cuffing Season? A Guide to Seasonal Relationships!

1 month ago | sheexploreslife.com | Annette Benedetti

As the leaves begin to turn, and the air grows crisper, there’s a palpable shift in the atmosphere. It’s that time of the year again when people want to cuddle up with someone special and get it on. Welcome to cuffing season, an unofficial but widely recognized phenomenon that has its origins in the desire for companionship and hot sex during the chilly winter months. Cuffing season often begins around October when folks get “cuffed” and ends around April when many become “uncuffed”.
35 Best Gifts for Women Who Are Changing The World!

1 month ago | sheexploreslife.com | Annette Benedetti

It’s time to start thinking about what you are going to get that special woman in your life for Christmas and the holidays. As a women-owned and operated publication with a platform dedicated to empowering women, I felt it was my sacred responsibility to help you find the perfect gifts for your favorite woman-identifying friend, lover, or family member. And when I say perfect, I mean gifts that she’ll actually want, that give back or help improve the world in at least some small way.