These are not gifts to display under the Christmas tree. They’re not to be opened when you’re both groaning full of turkey and Christmas cake, and you definitely cannot involve mistletoe (ouch!)
Still, if you want your holiday season to be a little more friskily festive, here’s RESCU’s Top Picks For Bedroom Gifts – for you, for your partner, for both of you.
Note: every link in this is pretty NSFW. If you hadn’t realised that, clearly you haven’t been reading this column for very long…
Lingerie
If you’re aiming for serious luxury, go with Strumpet & Pink’s delectable, expensive lingerie delights. These couture panties are the definition of ‘only for special occasions’ – guaranteed to make any lover feel divine.
Want French erotic heaven? Try Maison Close, whose motto is ‘take pride in being the cause of his torment,’ and which stocks exquisite garter belts, harnesses and vintage-inspired pieces from your most fevered dreams.
For something a little less over-the-top – but still gorgeous – pick Elle Macpherson’s Intimates.
Toys
I am not a fan of ‘sexy’ board games in the bedroom – too silly, too awkward, too many small pieces to get lost in sheets. You want to play games? Let’s get serious.
Looking for something for a discerning male or female partner? Go with the Lelo brand – perhaps a Tor ring which gives both yourself and your boyfriend pleasure, or the delectable Nea clit vibrator for the woman in your life.
And then, of course, there’s the famous We Vibe, which is now so popular it barely needs introduction. Go explore.
Want something further down the pay scale? Maxxx Black also offers the Swet range, which is far more affordable and offers stimulation of all kinds. The Bullet Ring is a particular favourite.
Extras
Why not pick out a burlesque outfit together from Australian luxury sensuality store Hapsari? Nipple tassels, boyshorts, a fan or two, some Dita Von Teese-inspired moves: it’s the gift that keeps on giving.
If you’re really looking to splash out – and willing to indulge in a little DIY – go looking for a sex swing. Get one that’s self-contained (ie, one that doesn’t need hooks suspended from the ceiling), like Hawthorne’s UK version – and play Tarzan.
Want to get educated? Check into a class together. The Australian School Of Tantra can introduce you both to the wonders of tantric sex, and it’s got classrooms all over Australia. Look into the shibari classes I recommended earlier this year, or find something specific to you.
Lady Friday xx
Taking the pillow talk out of the bedroom, every Friday…
