People use BDSM play collars primarily during sessions and scenes to signal roles, provide attachment points like D-rings, and add aesthetic flair. Play collars sit between lightweight day collars and more symbolic training or permanent collars, and can range from padded leather to tech-forward shock collars depending on your goals and comfort.
For some people being collared is a symbolic sign used only in scenes, for others it marks training or a deeper commitment. Make sure you understand what being collared means to you before deciding on what type do you want.
How to Choose Your Play Collar?
Start with material and finish. Leather remains classic for comfort and longevity, while vegan leather, silicone, velvet, and mixed leather/metal options let you tailor feel and look. Think about lining and edge finishing, soft edges, padding, and folded leather prevent chafing during longer scenes.
Then consider design and function. If you need attachment points for leashes or restraints choose collars with sturdy D-rings and hardware rated for play. For wearable tech, such as shock or app control, pick reputable manufacturers and learn their safety specs, battery life, and app features before using them in a scene. Also measure for fit, leave one or two fingers of wiggle room, and decide whether you want a lockable buckle for symbolic or training play.
Best BDSM Play Collars
1. Little Devil – App-Controlled Electric Shock Collar by Qiui
Qiui’s Little Devil is a tech-forward play collar with Bluetooth app control, multiple training/play modes, and an included physical padlock. It uses PPS (pulse-per-second) shock delivery and keeps current within safe limits. Modes include “Crawling” (height or level detector) and “Grounding” (gyroscope radius) for posture and movement training. The battery lasts about 4–5 hours per charge. Its surface is silicone with bronze alloy rivets and ABS/bioplastic components. If you’re curious about electro play, this collar offers advanced features. Always use it with informed, explicit consent and test intensity carefully first.
2. Ouch! Florence Collection Collar & Leash – Snakeskin Look
The Ouch! Florence collar and leash is an adjustable PU snakeskin look collar with a detachable chain leash and glossy hardware for playful scenes. The maker designed it to fit necks up to roughly 6.5 inches in diameter and built it from bonded leather (PU) and metal, giving you bold visuals without the cost or break-in time of genuine leather. The detachable leash and swivel clip offer flexible scene options.
3. Cherry Kink Bondage Collar – Bondesque / Aslan Leather
Cherry Kink blends soft garment leather with a latigo center strap to give both comfort and structure. Its one-layer soft leather front reduces edge irritation and the latigo understrap preserves buckle function as the leather breaks in. At 1.5 inches wide and sized to fit roughly 12–16 inch necks, it’s a solid play collar that balances luxury feel with practicality for longer sessions.
4. S&M Amor Collar and Leash – Red Vegan Leather with Heart Accent
If you want a striking look for shorter scenes, the S&M Amor collar uses red vegan leather teamed with a silver heart embellishment and a 36-inch chain leash. Vegan materials make this collar lower-maintenance and a good option if you prefer non-animal materials while still getting dramatic visual impact. The heart detail centers the look for romantic or roleplay scenes.
5. Leather Collar (1.625 in) – Black/Red – Eternity Collars
Eternity Collars’ leather option is handcrafted from double-backed belting leather lined with padded handbag leather for comfort during extended wear. The folded edges, heavy stitching, and lockability (padlock option) make it a durable, secure choice if you expect heavier use. Available in a wide size range, this collar is made for people who want classic leather durability with daily comfort in mind.
6. Retro Trick or Treat Classic Collar – Restrained Grace Black & Rose Gold
This 1-inch leather collar pairs a printed front panel with rose gold, nickel-free hardware for a playful, seasonal-ready look that also works year-round. It’s double-stitched and reinforced for durability and adjusts in half-inch increments, making it a sweet option if you want a statement collar that is both wearable and robust for scenes.
7. Vampire Red Satin Collar – Kittens & Kink Handmade
This Vampire Queen collar brings rich red tones, a large bell, and a heart charm for a dramatic, romantic look you can use in scene or as a statement piece. It is handmade from high quality velvet, lace, and satin with a soft nylon base for strength, and hardware rated for tugging and play so it holds up during scenes.
Collars are made to 12.5 inches by default but can be recreated to smaller or larger measurements on request, and the maker offers a design your own collar option. Because each piece is handmade there may be small variations in production. ❤
8. Curved Posture Collar with Locking Buckle – Stockroom Rigid Leather
Curved posture collars force a straighter carriage and are purpose-built for posture training during scenes. Stockroom’s curved posture collar is made from thick, rigid leather with a heavy-gauge D-ring and a lockable buckle. The curve provides jaw clearance so wearers can still turn their head while the posture effect stays in place. If you want a dramatic posture piece that can also function as an attachment point, this is a classic choice.
9. ZADO Adjustable Chain Collar – Leather + Metal Chain Accent
ZADO’s leather-and-chain collar mixes leather with a metal chain and a front D-ring for a bold, slightly fetishized look you can wear for play or as an accessory. The buckle closure allows some adjustability and it’s light enough to double as an outfit accent for events. This is a straightforward, sexy option when you want leather with metallic edge.
Conclusion
Play collars run the gamut from soft velvet and vegan leather to rigid posture collars and app-driven shock devices. Choose based on material comfort, hardware strength, intended function, and clear negotiation with your partner. If you opt for tech-enabled gear, prioritize reputable vendors, read safety specs, and test intensities gradually.
FAQ
You can wear many play collars comfortably for long sessions, but choose day collars or ones with soft linings if you plan to wear them all day. Always measure carefully, test the fit, and watch for irritation.
Some devices advertise medical-safe current limits and app controls, but electro play carries specific risks. Only use shock collars from reputable makers, confirm specifications, avoid use near the heart or if you have medical conditions, and always get explicit consent. Start on the lowest setting and test on less sensitive skin.
Measure neck circumference and allow one to two fingers of room. For locked or symbolic collars, discuss removal protocols and keep a quick-release option for safety.
