Mmm Mondays
Sexy Toys for Grown-up Friends and Family
Decide on the right event to gift an adult toy such as a hen night, anniversary, or a Valentine’s present.
When I first ventured into the realm of lifestyle blogging in 2017, I thought carefully about who I told about my project. I mean, openly sharing all aspects of my life, and sometimes writing adult toy reviews, didn’t really seem like proper after dinner conversation.
However, the lockdown changed many things. Practically everyone had more time on their hands, which had to be spent indoors and often without your ever-ready-friend-with-benefits.
If that wasn’t bad enough, the news and general outlook was so dismal even a sane person began to feel stressed.
So, no fuck-buddy and feeling the weight of the declining world on their shoulders, many people made the decision to buy themselves an adult present and help relieve both of these problems in one go.
Suddenly, play things for grown-ups were in demand:
“The increase in sex toy market turnover has several implications such as customization of recreational facilities, limitations in alternative sources of pleasure, need to have sex and unavailability of a partner.”
As a result, sex-toys were kind of popularised. People began shopping online. Buying whatever you wanted became as easy as pie. And everyone loves a good pie! Consumers who had never before tried these kinds of products made that leap, and people began talking about them, even after dinner. Suddenly the whole subject of buying adult gifts was not seen as so risqué.
I noticed the sudden shift to a general acceptance of such toys when my young adult daughters spoke to me, without my encouragement, about them. Now it was safe to say it had become acceptable to purchase pleasure giving items — for your grown up friends and family. But of course choosing presents of this nature would need to be done carefully.
Who is the gift for?
First think about who you are buying for. I personally would not gift an adult product to a friend or relative I have never discussed any aspects of their sex-life with.
What occasion is suitable?
Decide on the right time to gift a sex-toy. For example, I wouldn’t dream of giving one for a baby shower, but for a hen night, anniversary or as a Valentine’s gift, then this kind of present would work well.
Where family members and friends are concerned, birthdays and Christmas would be fine if you select the correct type of product.
Then go with your gut as to what the gift should be. Here are a few ideas for you…
Your in-laws:
Your mother-in-law won’t stop talking. You are tired of listening to her voice, and can see your father-in-law is at his wits end. Perhaps some bondage type toys would work here. Maybe he would like to take back some control or simply experience some peace and quiet for a change. The perfect solution would be a ball gag! I am not joking… They come in a variety of colours, so you could pick a shade to match their bedroom.
A gag ball is a round ball [that can be] made of either rubber, silicone, or plastic. It has two straps that go around the head to secure it. It sits behind the teeth, keeping their mouth open… Cosmopolitan.
Your younger sister:
If it is her first toy, then steer clear of enormous dildos. A safe bet would be a pretty looking vibrator which works for stimulation. Perhaps a pink wand would hit the right spot.
Your best friend:
If you are both women, then this can really be a fun gift to give, as you will probably know each other very well. Which means you can really take the breaks off. How about a large luminous, glowing dildo to light up her sex play, alone or with company?
Products for guys:
The male sex-toy market is just starting to catch up in regard to the amount of male items in comparison with the female market. This is also probably in line with guys finally coming to terms with the fact adult products can be a lot of fun. So what to buy your best male buddy, no matter what gender you are yourself? Well, I would say a safe bet would be pussy masturbator cup. They are one of the most popular toys for guys on the market. Great for lonely evenings in or those times he needs relief before taking his hot date out for the night.
Another good gift to consider would be sexy lingerie for the bride to be — both the newly-weds would appreciate such a present.
I think you will agree, there has never been a better time to give an adult-gift. As long as you put some thought into choosing the present, then it is bound to put a smile on the receiver’s face.
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