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The 21 sexy gifts your other half actually wants this Christmas

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Sometimes the person you spend the majority of your time with is, surprisingly, the hardest to shop for. The results of a quick, in-house Cosmo survey reveal that the worst Christmas gifts members of the team have been given from a partner are: socks and sanitary products. Ouch. And yes, those gift-givers are all now ex-partners.

But seriously, why is it that our other halves struggle so much when it comes to presents, despite the million hints we drop throughout the year? *And* despite the fact that there’s a whole extra genre of gift they can buy for us that wouldn’t be so welcomed by, er, grandma. Yep, we’re talking about erotic gifts.

Best sexy gifts at a glance

So, to save you having to plaster on yet another fake smile, we’ve made them a hit list of our favourite sexy gifts, with everything from cutting-edge sex tech to lube, lingerie, sex games, and sex blankets for a range of budgets, with gifts under £150, £100, and £50.

Because, honestly, what says ‘Merry Christmas’ better than a sexy little treat?

How we test the best sexy gifts

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Here at Cosmo HQ, it’s as normal to talk about sex as it is make a cup of tea. So of course our sex writers are constantly on the hunt for products that will improve our readers’ sex life year-round (and it doesn’t hurt if that boosts theirs along the way too!).

As well as constantly scouring the web for the latest and best sex tech — which we test for factors like its vibration modes, power, battery life, waterproofness, and overall aesthetics — our sex writers are busy looking for anything that could promote overall sexual wellness.

Sex is never just about sex, so we’re talking clothing, lingerie, pyjamas, candles, games, and even little tchotchkes that will remind you to keep the old flame burning.

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Best mini rabbit

Ann Summers Rechargeable Petite Rabbit

Rechargeable Petite Rabbit

Pros

  • She’s rechargeable
  • Ripples on the shaft for added G-spot stimulation

Cons

  • Might not be girthy enough for experienced sex toy aficionados

The only gift that’s better than an orgasm is a blended orgasm — and that’s a fact. And is there really a more appealing way to deliver it than via this petite pink pal from Ann Summers?

As well as being teeny and cutesy (and did we mention pink?), this rabbit vibrator is set with three vibration speeds and seven patterns, delivered both via the external clit arm and internal G-spot shaft.

This one also make a perfect bedmate for beginners to sex tech, as it comes with just three insertable inches. Sweet!

2
Best crotchless panties

Bluebella Matisse Ouvert Brief

Matisse Ouvert Brief

Pros

  • Matisse painted with singular brushstrokes, and that’s essentially what this set is
  • You’ll feel really sexy in this, we promise

Cons

  • You’ll have to look past the fact that it is a glorified piece of fabric

There’s something insanely camp about a crotchless panty, and we’re so here for it. You might have something on, but you’re still completely naked, and essentially decorating your crotch with a piece of useless fabric. But don’t get us wrong, that’s really hot.

This ouvert pair from Bluebella is one of our faves, as not only does it come in at just £20, making it ideal for a sexy stocking stuffer, but we love the waifish mesh ruffle that falls over your mons pubis.

Plus, despite having a mere whisper of fabric, it really feels like you’re strapped in there thanks to the straps cupping your bum cheeks. And ofc, there’s the beautiful (and equally exposing) matching bra.

3
Best game for emotional intimacy

Biird A Conversation Game for Couples

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A Conversation Game for Couples

Pros

  • Looks great on your coffee or bedside table
  • Can pick it up every time you need a date night DMC

Cons

  • This requires both people in your relationship to be into some introspective yapping

If we had it our way, relationships would be A-okay all 24/7, but unforch that is not the case. Should you be looking to reignite the spark by getting a little bit emotionally closer with your partner, this game from Biird is designed to spark curiosity with your lover.

As well as being beautifully designed (we do judge a book by its cover, and we’re not ashamed), it comes with six categories, including one with erotic questions, and comes with six ‘wild’ cards that ask you to do an activity together.

4
Best for added sensations

HOWL Water-based CBD Lube

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Water-based CBD Lube

Pros

  • We love the pump bottle because it’s easy to use
  • Who knew CBD actually did anything? But you can 100% feel the added sensation in this lube

Cons

  • You’ll never want to use a regular lube again

Look, it’s not like we’re trying to encourage you to buy lube as your main Xmas present to your other half, but it does make a great stocking stuffer (if you know what we mean).

This one from HOWL is our sex writer’s favourite, as it’s loaded with CBD to increase sensitivity to your sweet spots.

A water-based formula, it can be used for oral, anal, or penetrative sex, as well as with sex toys and condoms, and you can buy it in an XL bottle (so you never run out) or the BB option to take with you on the road.

5
Best massage oil

Smile Makers Collection Nighttime Hydrating Massage & Body Oil

Nighttime Hydrating Massage & Body Oil

Pros

  • Made with 100% natural ingredients
  • Has a subtle sweet smell that’s delicioso

Cons

  • Not the easiest application

Physical touch love language-ees out there, this one’s for you. If skin on skin is the way you feel close with your partner, indulging in some sensual massage, or even a simple moisturising, with your partner could be small step on the journey towards a night of sensuality.

Smile Makers Collection has formulated the perfect oil for injecting a new bedtime ritual into your relationship. Whether it’s to hydrate or to seduce, the contents of this bottle include a blend of jojoba oils, sunflower oil, and sweet almond.

Trust us, you’ll want to get slippy together once this hits your skin.

6
Best bathroom accessory

Urban Outfitters Get Naked Bath Mat

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Get Naked Bath Mat

Pros

  • We all need more compliments, and you have the power to do that for your lover
  • Comes in three cute colour ways

Cons

  • What if they don’t want to get naked, huh? Will you still love them then?

We hope you don’t need a reminder to get naked every time you get in the shower.

But it can’t hurt to remind your partner you’re always thinking about that tush, and this bath mat is the perfect bathroom accessory for that.

As well as being cute and cheeky, it’s made from the softest pile, for a squish to your step when you leave the warmest, cosiest place on earth.

7
Best sex game

Creative Conceptions Monogamy: A Hot Affair Game

Monogamy: A Hot Affair Game

Pros

  • You’ll learn tons about each others’ sexual fantasies
  • Easy to play

Cons

  • Some cards call for extra equipment like food

Festive planning got your partner infuriated at you? Time to inject a little fantasy into your life in the form of this board game, which has you both playing pretend at a hot affair — but, like, with each other ofc.

Work your way around the board, answering your choice of prompts, including ‘intimate’, ‘passionate’, or ‘steamy’. Keep playing until your partner is totally irresistible to you — or at least until you start to feel a tickle and choose to fulfil one of the 50 fantasies the game comes with.

What else is the week between Christmas and New Year’s for?

8
Best sleep mist

This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray

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Deep Sleep Pillow Spray

Pros

  • Everyone needs their beauty sleep, and this could help you fall asleep faster and wake up more refreshed
  • Comes in 75ml, 125ml, 150ml, 250ml, or 400ml bottles

Cons

  • Make sure your SO doesn’t think you’re calling them cranky

There’s nothing sexier — or more fundamental to sexy vibes — than a good night of sleep. So what better gift could there be than spritzes, pillows, and jim jams that help your partner achieve that?

This spray from This Works is stuffed full of lavendar, chamomile, and vetivert, a formula that is proven to help 97% of people have better shut eye.

Should you be in pursuit of morning sex, this could just be your lucky charm, but maybe throw in some extras like a silk pillow case or cosy PJs just for good measure.

9
Best for sneaky sex

Loop Quiet 2

Quiet 2

Pros

  • Come in a cute travel case
  • Includes different sized ear buds for customised fit

Cons

  • Might not be enough to block out all the noise... but they’ll give you peace of mind

This one’s not so much for your SO, but an oh-so-considerate gift for your flatmate — that serves the double purpose of letting you get it on without them knowing.

Designed to block out sound during sleep, these ear plugs block out 24dB of noise, or what the brand describes as ‘disturbing background noises when it’s time to rest and relax’.

Ahem, we’ll leave the disturbing part up to you...

10
Best lickable perfume

Amorecco After Dark

After Dark

Pros

  • Ideal for a pre-sexy sesh freshen up
  • You might want to opt for the full-sized bottle when you realise how quickly you'll get through this...

Cons

  • For external use only

We all need a little more playfulness in our sex lives. Thankfully, Amorecco is here to save the day with a fragrance formulated specifically for those shared silly moments.

Its second scent, having gone viral with its first ice cream flavour, this ‘pocked-sized pulse-raiser’ smells just like cherry pie (RIP Agent Dale Cooper, you would’ve loved this).

If that’s not enough to have your mouth watering, the fact that it’s lickable might be — simply apply to your pressure points (or wherever else you like) and have your lover lick it off you.

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12
Best sex blanket

Splash Blanket The Minky Waterproof

The Minky Waterproof

Pros

  • You can use it for anything (as long as it’s clean): cosying up on the sofa, or even as a pet stain barrier
  • It’s pink!

Cons

  • Needs to be washed every time you squirt otherwise it can get stinky and it takes a while to dry

Anyone who’s ever squirted will know that the immense feelings of pleasure it provides are quickly overtaken by the pain of having to clean it up — or lie in a wet patch in the middle of the bed à la Lily Allen until it dries.

Thankfully, there is a solution to that: waterproof blankets! Far from the vinyl sheet you might be imagining, or those plastic covers your grandma might have kept on her sofa to prevent stains, this throw from Splash looks like any other blanky in your house.

Its one difference is that it has a completely waterproof layer in the middle, to help protect your surfaces from any of the inevitable liquids that arise during sex — we’re talking spit, period blood, semen, and (our fave) squirt.

If, for whatever demented reason, pink isn’t your thing, never fear! Splash blankets also come in every colour of the rainbow, and you can choose whatever size suits you.

13
Best for taking away

Womanizer Liberty 2 Travel Clitoral Suction Stimulator

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Liberty 2 Travel Clitoral Suction Stimulator

Pros

  • Comes fitted with a travel lock and magnetic travel case to protect your vibe
  • One fan girl said: “The most orgasmic toy in my collection”

Cons

  • A little slippery when wet

Our obsession with avocado has clearly reached new heights, with designers now making our clit suckers look like our fave toast topping.

Not only is it bloody adorable, but the Womanizer Liberty 2 also offers eight intensities (everything from gentle pulses to core-shaking tremors), a 120-minute run time, and a super discreet case, so even your partner won’t know what you’ve got planned for your next vacay.

14
Best massage candle

Sitre x Esben Weile Kjær Bubblegum Beach

Bubblegum Beach

Pros

  • Just a really cool candle
  • You will want to keep the box too, as it’s nostalgic AF thanks to the Hubba Bubba-style design

Cons

  • Quite spennyyyy (sorry)

What is it about cherry and sex? Someone needs to study the connection, because Sitre, the purveyors of silky lube and sensual oil, have collaborated with Danish artist Esben Weile Kjær to create this bubblegum-inspired massage candle.

As well as coming in this cool as silver holder (that we’ll one hundo be keeping for future storage needs), the candle inside melts upon lighting into a cherry, jasmine, tonka bean, and musk-scented massage oil.

And yes, that is a spout at the tip so you can pour it on your willing partner — just make sure it's not too hot. Hubba Bubba, we mean hubba hubba.

15
Best sex cushion

Bedroom Bliss Love Pillow

Love Pillow

Pros

  • We love how cute this is, so you can leave it out on your bed
  • Cover is machine washable

Cons

  • Expensive for what it is

There are endless sex positions out there, the hardest part is being adventurous enough to try them out. But not every position is always the most pleasurable or accessible with just the accessories already on your bed, so if you want to get deeper or avoid unnecessary strain, adding a sex pillow into the fray could help.

This one will truly transport you to bedroom bliss, as it’s heart shaped, and acts as a ramp to help you reach your pleasure spots with ease.

16
Best vibrator ring

Unbound Flick

Flick

Pros

  • We love how it looks
  • Comes in gold or silver

Cons

  • You’ll have to pay for shipping from the US

Who knows when you’ll get the urge to flick the bean? Instead of worrying about carrying a vibrator (that could start buzzing at any time) in your bag for when the mood strikes, why not wear your pleasure pal on your digits?

This ring from Unbound doubles as, you guessed it, a vibrator — and while it’s a subtle vibrator (unless you go around telling everyone what it is), it’s not exactly a subtle ring. So this one’s for the chunky jewellery wearers out there!

Surprisingly strong for what it is, the vibe/ring is kitted out with five vibration modes, and comes with four bands to make sure it fits your finger. Flicking brilliant.

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Best advent calendar

Ann Summers 12 Nights of Seduction Advent Calendar

12 Nights of Seduction Advent Calendar

Pros

  • Six sex toys is pretty unreal, especially considering the calendar is worth £202
  • Sensation play is a great stopover on the way to BDSM, if you’re not ready to fully explore restraint

Cons

  • You’ll have to find somewhere to store all the bits

Long gone are the days of a choccy Advent calendar, or (God forbid) a picture-only one. Thankfully, as adults, there is a whole range of options, including this sex toy Advent calendar from Ann Summers (read our sex writer’s full review here).

As well as a whopping six sex toys across 12 days, it’s stuffed full of accessories to help you dip your toe in sensation play, including two pheromone perfumes, a blindfold, and massage oil, to get all of your senses tingling.

You’ll also get a set of cards to prompt you to try new sexy activities, while also getting to know each others’ preferences. Hot!

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Honey Wyatt
Senior Sex and Relationships Ecommerce Writer for Cosmopolitan, Women’s Health and Men’s Health

Honey is the Senior Sex and Relationships E-commerce Writer for Cosmopolitan, Women’s Health and Men’s Health. She covers shopping guides and reviews of the best sex toys; deals events — including Amazon Prime Day and Black Friday; and sex, dating, and LGBTQ+ trends.

Her journalism career started in 2020 when she started Sextras, a podcast and digital magazine about sex and relationships. Find Sextras on Spotify or Substack, where she writes and chats about everything from positive masculinity and how to practise sex magic, to why the latest kink or porn category is blowing up.

She has an MA in Magazine Journalism from City, University of London, and previously reported for HR magazine. Her features also appear in Glamour, Refinery29, The Independent, and more.

When she's not asking everyone she meets invasive questions about their sex and dating lives, you'll find Honey singing around her flat, teaching herself a new craft, or working her way through a new '90s/'00s box set with her flatmate.

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