The Art of Sexy Gift Giving: A Couple’s Guide
This year, skip the three-pound bars of chocolate and the larger-than-your-head stuffed animals and give your partner something a little more personal to cuddle and snack on - you. The beauty of Valentine’s Day is that it’s a holiday where the gift itself isn’t as important as the energy and attention you’re putting into making your partner feel seen, heard, and hopefully...tasted.
Just don’t blame us when you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day more than once a year - these sexy gifts are meant to be used again and again.
Picking out a sexy gift for your partner can be tough. There’s no ‘magic bullet’ gift (ok, ok, there is, but we’re not talking about vibrators yet) that fits the bill for every couple. With so many choices, what it really comes down to is figuring out which erotic gift is going to mean the most to your partner.
What do you want to say this Valentine’s Day?
Don’t fall into the trap of giving a gift because you’re ‘supposed to’. The sexiest part of giving your partner naughty gifts is your intention and the experience - so what do you want to say?
"I want to make you feel good."
If your love language is acts of service and you’re terrible at wrapping presents, this one’s for you - and all you need is a plan. Set aside some time for that ‘everything shower’, spritz on that one pheromone spray that makes your partner go ‘Mmmm’, put fresh sheets on the bed, and make sure you’ve got your toys cleaned and your supplies ready to go, because the sexiest gift you can give to your partner is your time and attention.
Remember, this gift is all about service and making your partner feel cherished, so pick a few things you know they’ll love. Create a sexy playlist in advance, set up some mood lighting or their favorite scented candle, and start out with a full-body massage, a foot rub, or a bath together, and then let your sensual adventure unfold.
A full-service kit like the Amazing Unwrap Me Gift Set is a perfect way to set the agenda if it’s your first time planning a sexy evening with your partner, or if you just want to save on the different toys, lube, and massage oils for your evening!
Amazing Unwrap Me Gift Set
Packed with a remote-controlled couple's vibrator, She-Ology CBD-infused coconut oil, Alchemy intimate wipes, Alchemy Love Water Snap + Slide lube packets, a warming heart massager, heart-shaped anal beads, an aromatherapy candle, and sex dice, this kit has everything you need to heat things up this holiday.
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“I’m thinking about you all the time.”
If you’re in a long-distance relationship or just on a hectic work schedule, it’s important to remind your partner you’re thinking of them even when you’re not physically together. Phone calls and sweet, sexy messages don’t replace physical touch, but if you’re not going to be in the same place this Valentine’s Day, you can at least get on the same vibe.
The perfect gift for couples who don’t get enough time together, remote-controlled vibrators like the Lovense Lush 3 let you have that ‘in-person’ experience no matter where you are. With features that allow both tandem play via voice or video calls and “wear it all day so I can tease you until I get home” sessions, remote vibrators are made to fit into your dynamic seamlessly.
Discreet, hands-free, and app-enabled, the Lush is the Lexus of long-distance erotic gifts - and a great way to tell your partner that even if you can’t be together, you still want to come together.
"You’re my fantasy."
Whether it’s a naughty nurse or a scandalous encounter, sometimes the most fun you can have in the bedroom is when you’re someone else. Bring your partner’s fantasy to life with a sexy costume or exotic lingerie - bonus points if that’s all you have under your cold weather gear this frosty February.
Gifting lingerie can be tough - if you’re buying for someone else and not sure what size to get, letting your partner pick can give you an easy answer and it’s a fun way to make sure you’re getting something that’s exciting for everyone.
Mapale 3 Piece French Maid Bodysuit
A bodysuit so seductive even dusting just got more delicious. This French maid-inspired ensemble from Mapale, with lace trim detailing and a dangerously short skirt, lets you channel your inner seductress for roleplay fantasies or a night in.
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“Let’s play.”
Sexy games come in all shapes and sizes - something as simple as a set of sex dice can be an exciting way to explore new positions and activities with your partner, especially if you’re stuck in a not-so-sexy routine night after night.
Bringing games into the bedroom is a fantastic way to explore new experiences, and the trick to finding the perfect intimacy game is to consider what you and your partner haven’t yet explored. From discovering the depths of tantric connection to uncovering the kinks you didn’t know you had, bringing some themed dice or an erotic board game into the mix gives you and your partner an anxiety-free way to try out new things without the pressure of making a plan or doing a ton of research. Just be sure that you both feel comfortable saying ‘no’ if the game gets a little too intense!
Presentation for your erotic present is the second most important part of sexy gift-giving - if you want to use that exciting new toy on Valentine’s night, it should be charged, after all!
If your gift requires charging or batteries and you’re planning on using it with your partner, it’s totally acceptable to open the box and insert the batteries or charge your device before you gift it, and make sure everything is working as expected. Just be sure to re-pack everything neatly afterwards, then wrap the box or put it in your partner’s gift bag. Then you’re ready to play with your gift as soon as it’s unwrapped!
A sensual night together comes in three parts - the warm-up, the ‘main event’ and aftercare. What’s aftercare? Glad you asked! Intense physical sensation can wear you and your partner out, so it’s important to take some time to relax and reconnect after your big finish. Have a soft towel ready for clean-up and check in with your partner to see what they need. Sometimes it’s a light snack, a glass of water, or a soothing cuddle - everyone’s different, but showing a little extra attention and care to your partner in this moment is the ultimate way to wrap your sexy gift up and make it memorable.
Pro tip: if you’re buying a new sex toy for your partner, add a bottle of high-quality toy cleanser and a bottle of lubricant that is safe to use with the new toy to your gift bag!
Just remember - no matter what gift you’re giving this year, the goal is intimacy. Touch your partner - both literally and figuratively - and make them feel seen and wanted, and you’ll reap the rewards all year long.