Buying gifts for lovers can be a tricky business. They might already have a wishlist for the big items they're after, but what it you want to add in a little something else? Perhaps a present for them to unwrap when the family aren't around? At this time of year, many inexpensive items in shops are labelled as "stocking fillers" and a lot of them are useless tat. If you want to buy something that won't simply be put in a drawer and forgotten about, I may have just the thing.
Dress You Up
First up, I have picked a few things to wear. Playful Promises have some wonderful Pin-Up Panties that come in a gorgeous gift tin and are pretty much guaranteed to stir up some saucy thoughts. Fancy buying some stockings but don't know whether the recipient has a suspender belt? It seems Jonathan Aston have thought of that and addressed it with their nifty seamed Seduction Set. I've also discovered that the La Senza sale has started already and there's a pretty jewel-coloured chemise for a mere £14 and there are still a couple of sizes of the Paloma Faith teddy left too!
In The Mood
Another saucy stocking filler could be something to help set the scene. How about a scented candle that melts into massage oil? What if it was also edible? Yes, Earthly Body's Edible Massage Candle really has got everything covered. It's even vegan! A decade ago I would have also suggested a compilation CD, like the fantastically titled Sex, Sluts & Heaven, but physical media is just not the done thing any more so why not treat yourself to Spotify Premium instead and prevent any adverts from spoiling the mood.
Read All About It
If something else to get the motor running is required, then perhaps a steamy story or two will help. Far classier than buying porn for Christmas, titles like Best Women's Erotica 2012 edited by Violet Blue, make a wonderfully naughty gift. I've heard these books get steamier by the year, so it may be a good idea to start with an earlier version if you're somewhat shockable! An option for those new to erotica might be something like the collection of short stories called Ultimate Burlesque. Not only is it a rather exciting read, but it was also created to raise money for charity.
Good Vibrations
Got £12.99 to spend on a toy? The travel-sized I Rub My Duckie is an ideal gift for the woman who likes to do more than wash herself in the shower, but who always forgets to hide away any slightly naughty items when she has visitors. However, if there's no need for a vibrator that is incognito, the Sh! Christmas Bullet Gift Set is ideal. Not only do you get a mini vibe, bottle of lube and a feather in a pretty gift box, but it's only £11! Another fantastic idea is their Lube Sample Kit. Not only is it perfect as a stocking filler, but you just know it'll be a whole lot of fun trying out each type to find a favourite.
Now, isn't that lot a damn sight better than a pair of candy nipple tassels or a book of vouchers that your partner can redeem for a shag? If you're still unsure, I'd suggest a box of Lindor. It is quite rare to find a person who doesn't melt as soon as they pop one of those in their mouth!