When it comes to Christmas, there's nothing better than an advent calendar to perk you up every day of December. One particular kind that will make you extra perky this festive season is a sex toy advent calendar - and they really are a treat.
While some may still be satisfied with a classic chocolate advent calendar, the modern advent is all about miniature booze, beauty samples and even crisp and snack advent calendars. From chocolate to 24 days of tea bags. Even our favourite advent calendars of beauty, there's something for everyone now. One thing you may have not heard of though (but definitely do not want to miss) are these sensual sex toy advent calendars on the market.
That's right. Sex toy. Advent calendars. Christmas really has come early...
Closer's best sex toy advent calendars at a glance:
Best overall sex toy advent calendar: Lovehoney Rose Sex Toy Advent Calendar, £100, was £207.99 on Lovehoney
Best couples sex toy advent calendar: Ann Summers 12 Nights of Temptation Advent Calendar, £200 on Ann Summers
Best kinky sex toy advent calendar: Ann Summers 12 Nights of Exhilaration Advent Calendar, £200 on Ann Summers
Best BDSM sex toy advent calendar: Fifty Shades of Grey Pleasure Overload 10 Days of Play, £69.99 on Amazon
We've all heard about these alternative advent calendars but there’s a new calendar trend on the block, but it's true - sex toy festive calendars are popping up everywhere. From high-street retailers like Ann Summers and, er, Boots, to adult toy giants Lovehoney and Amazon.
Just to make things that extra bit exciting are these sexy advent offerings, to add a little festive sparkle to your mornings from the first to the 24th of December. It’s a (sexy) minefield out there, so we’ve rounded up some of the best to gift to – let’s be honest – yourself this Christmas. From BDSM-inspired choices to calendars filled with multiple vibrators, these are all the best you need to know about.
SHOP: The best sex toy advent calendars
Best rose sex toy advent calendar
Lovehoneywww.lovehoney.co.uk
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If you haven't already discovered the adventures of the Rose sex toy, then get to know. Best for clitoral stimulation, this 12-day sex toy advent calendar builds up (literally) to a climax of the iconic toy, around doors of jingling nipple clamps, anal toys, orgasm balm, and G-spot vibrations. Worth £207, this one's made with her in mind but can be used in a couple too.
Best couples sex toy advent calendar
ann summerswww.annsummers.com
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The classic Ann Summers 12 Nights of Temptation Advent Calendar is BACK this year. With a huge choice of toys, and accessories (cough cough, cuffs and crop!) you won't get bored of, this 12-door advent calendar is the top sex toy advent calendar to have this year - made with couples in mind.
Best kinky sex toy advent calendar
Ann Summerswww.annsummers.com
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Hello, Ann Summers' most indulgent advent calendar is finally HERE. In a very tempting blue, this will make you ready to surprise your lover with everything from a full-sized Ann Summers wand to wrist and foot cuffs, the fun will simply never end with seven vibrators in this one. Pssstt... it's worth over £325 so you're really getting your money's worth.
Best BDSM sex toy advent calendar
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If you never really got off the Fifty Shades hype of 2011, there's still plenty of merchandise out there to let you relive your Anna Steele/Christian Grey fantasy with your other half. This sleek set has ten doors and is perfect for BDSM beginners.
Best trending sex toy advent calendar
Bootswww.boots.com
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Worth £195, the Ann Summers 12 Nights Of Pleasure Set is available at Boots for £125. Including 6 sex toys and 6 accessories to excite and tease your senses. Take time to yourself as you focus on sensations you personally enjoy the most and discover 12 luxurious ways to explore self-love with a selection of treats.
Best wand sex toy advent calendar
Lovehoneywww.lovehoney.co.uk
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Last - but definitely not least - you'll want to have a look at the Dream Wand calendar from Lovehoney, worth over £200. 12 days of sensory play, bondage and massage means you'll be ready to explore every sexual avenue this festive season.
Best adventurous sex toy advent calendar
ann summerswww.annsummers.com
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Not only is this advent calendar so aesthetically pleasing (let's be real, the colour of this calendar is a dream), but it also includes tip cards and oils to make the build-up so much more exciting. Including five vibrators, a cock ring, anal plug and small playtime toys this advent calendar is bound to sell out quickly.
Best sex toy advent calendar for value
sinfulwww.sinful.co.uk
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With reviews saying that they struggled to wait until December, it's clear to see why this calendar made the list. There are 24 tantalising surprises (worth a whopping £300) hidden behind each door that'll make your sex life that little bit more exciting.
Best customisable sex toy advent calendar
satisfyerwww.satisfyer.com
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Satisfyer has just released their 2023 sexy toy advent calendar - and there are two to choose from to suit a variety of shoppers. The Deluxe version has a plethora of cheeky sex toys, as well as an erotic board game. The Premium version at £167.95 features a whopping four love toys as well as bonus panty vibrators, and more.
What is post-orgasm glow?
This may come as no surprise, but did you know that having healthy sex and regular orgasms has a huge number of health benefits? Including better sleep, less stress, reduced anxiety, lifted mood and even a longer life span, to name a few.
By lowering the stress hormone cortisol and releasing hormones such as oxytocin, serotonin and dopamine, the effect of orgasm is why we often have a post-orgasm glow. When your blood vessels start to dilate, you also get a rush of collagen. This gives your skin that flushed and youthful appearance - making it the perfect time to freshen up before the festive party season.
Caitlin Casey is a Senior Beauty & Fashion Products Writer for heat, Closer, and Grazia. She covers shopping, women’s lifestyle, popular culture as well as all things trending.