There are a million jokes that could be cracked around the concept of an "adult stocking stuffer" and it turns out, in many cases, these gifts are on the sassy side, so you better put on your PG-13 goggles if you plan to keep reading.
Of course, tiny bottles of booze fit nicely in a stocking, and are available at just about every liquor store in town for a couple of bucks. Half-pound bags of coffee from Alterra, Anodyne or Stone Creek work, too.
But if you wanna take it up a notch or three on the party meter, stop in at the woman-owned erotic boutiques Tool Shed, 2427 N. Murray Ave., or A Woman’s Touch, 200 N. Jefferson St., for all of your adult stocking stuffer needs.
We met up with Amy Moore, a "pleasure specialist" at A Woman’s Touch and Laura Stuart, the owner of Tool Shed, for their saucy stocking-friendly gift recommendations.
"A pleasure specialist will help you find something that is right for you and your partner from romantic to kinky," says Moore. "A lot of people are not sure where to start and we’re all trained to help people make decisions and find out what’s perfect for them."
Amy Moore
Pleasure specialist at A Woman’s Touch
Adult stocking stuffer suggestions:
Luxury lotion candles ($5.95) -- These 2-ounce candles turn into a warm, sensual massage oil once they are lit.
Kama Sutra weekender kit ($24) -- Comes with a small container of warming oil, liquid lubricant, spearmint balm, massage oil and a feather duster. Easily packs into a duffle or overnight bag for romantic getaways.
Feather ticklers ($5.95) and a blindfold ($9.95) -- Buy these items separately or together. "They can be fun to play with," says Moore.
Nanovibe ($7.95) -- A disposable, travel-friendly vibrators that runs for about 20 minutes and then is thrown away.
Sex Rocks candy ($4.95) -- Like Pop Rocks, but for adults. Just sprinkle on body parts, lick and enjoy the explosion. (Yeah, we referenced an "explosion.")
"Plus, we have lots of condom samplers, lube samplers and massage samples for under $10," says Moore.
Laura Stuart
Owner of Tool Shed
Adult stocking stuffer suggestions:
Holiday massage candle trio ($18) -- A three-pack of massage candles that melt into creamy massage oil.
Milwaukee beer soap ($6) -- Locally-made soap made with beer. Eight varieties to choose fom, including stout and cranberry spice.
Strip tease CD ($19.95) -- Compilation of classic strip tease and burlesque music from the ‘40s to the present.
Pasties -- Locally-made as well as "mass produced sparkly ones" are available, ranging in price from $8 to $16.
Small "toys" ($70-$140) -- Hand-held vibrators cost a bit more, but the Tool Shed has many to choose from.
Socks ($7) -- Lots of adorable knee-high socks are available, printed with skulls, antlers and more.
"We have gifts that fit any budget, including these inexpensive items to stuff into your sweetie’s stocking," says Stuart.
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