Fifty Shades of Grey Sweet Anticipation Wrist Cuffs Review

Rachel Worthington
by Rachel WorthingtonUpdated:
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Rachel Worthington

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85/100
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97/100
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My Verdict

These handcuffs were an almost-perfect pair for everyday bondage use, with a reversible, sleek and slightly padded design. However, they are a little basic by themselves, and I think I got the most out of them when combining them with other restraints. Beware, however, that they only come with one connecting chain, and only have D-rings on the cuffs themselves, so you may need some extra clips to connect them to other straps or pieces of furniture.

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About The Fifty Shades of Grey Sweet Anticipation Wrist Cuffs

The Sweet Anticipation Wrist Cuffs from the Fifty Shades of Grey range are a pair of sleek, sturdy handcuffs made from faux leather and nickel-free metal. They have an ingenious reversible design that allows you to slip the buckle fastening on either side, so you can choose a black leather or shiny red rose look. There is also one removable chain to clip the cuffs together, as well as D-rings on each cuffs so that they can be attached to other restraints.

Pros

  • High-quality look and feel
  • Reversible design
  • Lightweight and travel-friendly
  • Can be combined with many other restraints

Cons

  • Not very restrictive on their own
  • Fairly expensive
  • Faux leather breaks down much quicker than real leather
  • Loose strap flaps around

Personal Experience

My Personal Experiences with Fifty Shades of Grey Sweet Anticipation Wrist Cuffs

I got these handcuffs for a very specific reason — I wanted to replace the funny-looking cuffs on my Hard Limits bed restraint set with some nicer, more luxurious-looking ones. I’m very driven by aesthetics, okay? Black leather is great vibe for BDSM gear and really helps get me into a sensual mood, and I think these Sweet Anticipation cuffs fit the bill!

Learn From My Mistakes

Despite wanting these cuffs specifically to use with my bed restraints, I missed the crucial step of checking to see if they would actually work together. I presumed they could just clip onto the straps, but when I went to do just that, I realized that neither the cuffs or the straps actually had clips, just D-rings! The Sweet Anticipation handcuffs only come with one chain for the pair, so I had no way to attach both of them to the straps. After feeling like an idiot for a little while, I had to go online and buy some double-ended carabiner clips to attach each cuff to each strap. This isn’t necessarily a design flaw, but it does limit the versatility of the cuffs!

Fun With Other Restraints, Not So Much Alone

When it got time to use these cuffs, I was pleasantly surprised with how padded they felt and how quick they were to put on. Before I figured out a solution to the bed straps problem, I used them with my partner without any other restraints. Connecting them together with the chain, I was able to put my arms above my head and have my arms restrained this way. But, it wasn’t very satisfying, because there just wasn’t enough restraint going on. I love pulling against restraints and feeling tied down, so cuffs alone didn’t really do it for me. However, once I found a way to connect these cuffs to my bed straps, they made a great replacement for the original cuffs. They’re sturdy and can be tightened enough that you can really pull against them without the fear of them coming unfastened.

Design

Fifty Shades of Grey Sweet Anticipation Wrist Cuffs Design

There are upsides and downsides to the interesting design of these wrist cuffs. The best part, of course, is that you can choose between two great-looking designs! My favorite is the faux leather, but the black and red satin rose print is also very pretty. It also allows you choose between two different feels — the satin is smooth but the faux leather side feels a bit more padded. However, one thing I don't like about the reversible buckle is that it doesn't have a loop like normal buckles to keep the loose strap secured. Depending on the size of your wrists, you may end up with a long strap flapping about.

Ease of Use

Fifty Shades of Grey Sweet Anticipation Wrist Cuffs Ease of Use

These cuffs are nice and simple to use — simply place them around your wrist and buckle them up so they're secure but not overly tight. They do take a little more time to fasten than Velcro cuffs, but the straps are not stiff or difficult to use.

Quality

Fifty Shades of Grey Sweet Anticipation Wrist Cuffs Quality

This is a good quality set of handcuffs, and it should last you a good few years or more of use. The construction is solid, the metal is nickel-free, and they feel nice and weighty to wear. However, it is fake leather (AKA plastic) and polyester, and so it will degrade over time. Since the material is getting bent and creased often, I expect it to start breaking and flaking as it ages.

Price

Fifty Shades of Grey Sweet Anticipation Wrist Cuffs Price

The Sweet Anticipation Wrist Cuffs are not cheap! At almost $60, I would expect better quality materials and more clips to make them more versatile with other restraints. You can find real leather handcuffs for cheaper on Lovehoney.com, which is a red flag for me. The reversible design is also na nice idea, but I don't foresee myself switching often between the two sides, so it is a bit of a gimmick, although a well-executed one. At least they've included a storage bag, which is rarity in the world of bondage toys!

Performance

Fifty Shades of Grey Sweet Anticipation Wrist Cuffs Performance

It can be hard to judge the performance of a pair of handcuffs, but I can say that they definitely lived up to my expectations when I used them with my partner! Now that I have the correct clips to use them with my bed restraints, I think they will see regular use.

Packaging

Fifty Shades of Grey Sweet Anticipation Wrist Cuffs Packaging

I was really surprised by the simplicity of the packaging for these handcuffs! It's just a paper bag made from thick, smooth paper with the Fifty Shades of Grey logo on the bottom. I've tested other items from the Fifty Shades range, and the packaging was all dark and mysterious, but I like this more. Inside is a satin drawstring bag with the cuffs inside, which is very handy.

Materials and care

Fifty Shades of Grey Sweet Anticipation Wrist Cuffs Materials and care

I know that faux or vegan leather is a very divisive topic. Personally, I don't have an issue with leather, and I actually prefer it over plastic 'leather' that is unsustainable and not as long-lasting. I would have preferred if these cuffs were made of real leather and silk satin, but I understand why they've gone with the cheaper options of polyester and polyurethane. I do appreciate that the metal details are made with high-quality, nickel-free metal. All of these materials can be wiped down with a clean, damp cloth after use.

Specifications and features

Length14 inches
Width2.1 inches
AdjustableYes, Adjust to fit wrists up to 13" around 
FasteningCuffs: Reversible Buckle, Chain: Carabiner Clips 
MaterialsMetal, Polyester, Polyurethane 
AllergiesNickel-free Metal 
WaterproofYes 
Storage Bag IncludedYes 
Colors AvailableBlack/Red 

Comparing Fifty Shades of Grey Sweet Anticipation Wrist Cuffs with alternatives

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Overall score4.5 / 5.0 4.8 / 5.0 4.7 / 5.0 4.3 / 5.0 NaN / 5.0 4.7 / 5.0
Bedbible rating4.5 / 5.0 5.0 / 5.0 4.7 / 5.0 4.0 / 5.0 4.0 / 5.0 4.8 / 5.0
User rating4.5 / 5.0
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Design85 / 100 100 / 100 90 / 100 80 / 100 80 / 100 95 / 100
Ease of use97 / 100 100 / 100 95 / 100 100 / 100 100 / 100 100 / 100
Quality85 / 100 100 / 100 90 / 100 85 / 100 75 / 100 85 / 100
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Length14 inches--10.5 inches9.5 inches-
Width2.1 inches---Fully adjustable inches-
AdjustableYes, Adjust to fit wrists up to 13" around -No Yes Yes Yes
FasteningCuffs: Reversible Buckle, Chain: Carabiner Clips Metal, swivel claw clasps and Velcro Slip-on Lock and key -Buckles
MaterialsMetal, Polyester, Polyurethane Neoprene, Velcro, Velour, Metal Silicone Metal Vegan Leather PU Cuffs: Faux leather & fabric, Straps: Nylon, Chains, buckles, clips: Nickel-free metal hardware
AllergiesNickel-free Metal -----
WaterproofYes -Yes --Splashproof
Storage Bag IncludedYes -No -No Yes
Colors AvailableBlack/Red Black Black, Red --Reversible cuffs: choose between neutral black leather or detailed fabric with red roses
Diameter-Adjustable 5-10 inches1.95 inches---
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Author
Rachel Worthington
Rachel Worthington

Product Testing Program Coordinator & Senior Writer | I’m a sex expert and writer with a background in psychology and cognitive semiotics, and I’ve a got a passion for sex positivity, diversity and good vibes! As well as managing our growing team of sex toy testers, I’m here to help our readers find honest and helpful information about sex and intimacy, while having a whole lot of fun in the process! ❤️

Age: 27
Gender: Female
Sexual orientation: Bisexual
Sex toy experience: Experienced
All-time favorite sex toy: We-Vibe Tango X
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