So you want to include a little erotica or kink-inspired excitement in your gift giving this year, but you're not sure where to look? With Christmas fast approaching, we have been making our lists and checking them twice to see who's been naughty or nice! This is our first annual kinky gift idea guide (that can be used for any occasion, not just Christmas!).
The type of gift you choose for your partner will largely depend on what sort of dynamic you have as well as each others personal interests. When choosing a kinky gift, it's definitely best to gauge your relationship with the person you're giving a gift to. With all of the excitement that comes with giving and receiving gifts, you want to make sure you're not crossing any boundaries or pushing any limits.
A few questions to ask yourself when choosing a kinky gift include:
- How intimate are you/what sort of intimate interaction do you have?
- Are you choosing a kink-inspired gift for them specifically or for you to enjoy the thought of them using?
- Are you planning on making your kinky gift something you can use together?
In our opinion, the best gifts are the things that create memories and this usually means something that creates an experience. With this being said, for our selection of five kinky gift ideas this year we have decided to go with items that everyone involved can enjoy. Here are five kinky gift ideas that anyone can have fun with!
5 IDEAS
1. A Kinky Game
Kinky games come in so many varieties it's hard to know which one to choose. We have all seen the sex-specific card games at adult toy stores, but did you know there are also board games and even games which involve exploring the more BDSM side of things?
The Fetish Seductions Game by Kheper Games "allows you to explore the world of fetishes with your lover. Would you like to experiment with sploshing, a foot fetish or hot wax play? Find out!"
2. Edible Body Paint & Edible Lingerie
It doesn't matter if you prefer a caramel or strawberry flavour over chocolate, most adult toy shops sell edible body paint in a variety of flavours to get any sweet-tooth excited. Just imagine sensation of painting on (or being painted) bare skin with a tasty treat - just for it to be licked off. This is definitely one of our top gift picks. Edible body paint can get a bit messy though, so we've also included edible lingerie here. Both male and female lingerie pieces are available in the candy variety from most adult toy shops. Both of these types of edible novelties are a fun way to explore eachother's bodies while creating a more intimate physical connection - all while having fun!
We recommend the Shunga Erotic Art range of edible body paints.
3. Basic Bondage Kit
Let's face it, most kinksters have or want one - even if it is tailored to their own tastes. Most adult toy stores sell an array of affordable options for just about everything you can think of to pick and choose from to create a DIY kit or you can simply pick up any of the numerous pre-packaged "Beginner's Bondage Kits" also available. Most of these kits are comprised of some sort of restraining device, such as simple cuffs or pieces of rope for experimenting with restraint, a blindfold to explore the sensory side and maybe even a paddle, crop or flogger to test the waters of impact play.
Adam And Eve have a great selection of basic bondage kits that can appeal to everyone, no matter how experienced in kink!
4. Massage Candles
Perfect for the sensualists and those who love intimate touch. Just like regular candles - but better. Massage candles are made to be body-safe and generally burn at a lower temperature than normal candles used for wax play. Massage candles melt into body oils that can be dripped onto and rubbed into the skin, creating an amazing multi-sensory experience. Most massage candles also usually include an array of natural oils, which leave the skin feeling silky smooth. Massage candles are also a great gift for those who are into wax play!
For a sense of luxury we recommend the Coco de Mer Roseravished Massage Candle.
5. (A Copy Of) The Kama Sutra
Sex geeks, spiritualists and sadomasochistic bibliophiles alike will love learning about the sexual and emotional fulfillment practices outlined in the famous Sanskrit text. When it comes to the Kama Sutra, there's so many different editions to be found. Some versions of the Kama Sutra even come illustrated - perfect for those who learn more visually and might want to get physical ;)
Booktopia has a huge selection of not only different varieties of the classic Kama Sutra, but also some great modern interpretations as well.