13 Sexual Fetishes & Kinks You Didn't Know About
While there may be some sexual fetishes that are more common or at least more widely talked about, there are probably lots of kinks and fetishes that you never even knew existed! Maybe you have a sexual preference or turn-on that others would consider unusual or taboo? It might actually be more popular than you think it is! Watch our Kink and Sex Toy ASMR video and read about common fetishes here: Top 15 Fetishes More Common Than You Think! Read on to learn about just some of the more surprising fetishes we’ve found and see our full range of kinky sex toys and products available at TooTimid! There could even be something on our list that you’d like to try!
In a study published in The Journal of Sex Research, nearly half (45.6%) of the study's participants said they were interested in at least one type of "anomalous" sexual behavior, with a third (33%) of the subjects stating they had experienced the behavior at least once.
What is the difference between a fetish and a kink? These terms are often used interchangeably to mean any sexual proclivity that falls outside the mainstream. But while they may be similar, there are some differences between the two. In general, a fetish is a form of sexual desire in which gratification becomes linked to a specific object or act, which may not be inherently sexual, such as shoes or food. Kink is a broader term that encompasses many non-traditional sexual interests or preferences, such as roleplaying, BDSM, or fantasies that go beyond “vanilla” sex.
You can also check out our guide to for couples, 9 Kinky Ideas to try in the Bedroom, for more ideas of common sexual kinks. A kink for one person could be another person’s fetish. For example, you could have a kink for being blindfolded or being spanked with a spanking paddle, and engaging in these acts would add to your sexual pleasure and arousal, but would not be necessary every time you play. If you had a fetish for one of these actions, then performing that act would become absolutely necessary for your sexual gratification. So while all fetishes are kinks, not all kinks are fetishes! If you’re eager to learn more about different types of sexual play, keep reading for some weird fetishes and kinks that may surprise you!
Are you familiar with any of these surprising kinks and fetishes?
1. Partialism
When a person has a fixation on a specific part of the body, such as feet, hair, breasts, or butt, it is referred to as partialism. The most common form is podophilia, or “foot fetish” in layman’s terms, but partialism can involve any body part other than the genitals, including belly button fetishism (alvinophilia) or even the desire to have sex with someone’s armpit (known as maschalagnia or axillism).
2. Sploshing
Also known as WAM or “wet and messy” fetishism, sploshing is the act of covering your partner or being covered yourself with large amounts of a messy substance, usually food-related though not always. Some people may become aroused by smearing foods such as cakes or custard pies over their face or naked skin, while some may partake in sploshing while fully clothed.
3. Feederism
Feeders are individuals who become sexually aroused by feeding their partners and encouraging them to gain weight, while feedees become sexually aroused by eating or being fed. Feeding can be incorporated as a part of foreplay, by using a gag, withholding or giving your partner permission to eat, or choosing what foods your partner eats. Use a bondage gag and explore sensory feeding play.
4. Nylon Fetish
A nylon stocking fetish is a sexual desire connected to wearing nylons or pantyhose, or seeing someone else wear them. For some people, pleasure is derived from the feeling of putting them on or peeling them off, or seeing their partner wearing stockings during sexual activity. Others may enjoy the sight and sound of nylons getting ripped or torn, or seeing them get wet or dirty.
5. Klismaphilia
This term describes a fetish where someone is turned on by the use of enemas. Some people experience pleasure from the pressurized feeling they experience while using an enema, while others are aroused by the preparations, such as the feel and smell of latex or rubber. In other cases, a person may desire to give someone an enema or participate in other medical fetishism acts.
6. Formicophilia
Most people would not willingly bring bugs into their bed, but a formicophiliac might! This is someone with a sexual interest in being crawled on or nibbled at by insects, such as ants or bees. It often involves letting insects crawl over the person’s genitalia for arousal, but other areas of the body may also be the focus. One of the more common insects used for this purpose is snails, as they are said to deliver intense stimulation.
7. Olfactophilia
Defined as sexual arousal by odors emanating from the body, especially the genital area. This usually refers to a person’s natural body odor, but can also include the smell of another person’s breath, urine, flatulence, or feces. Someone turned on by their partner’s odors may also enjoy smelling their worn underwear or sweaty gym clothes.
8. Dendrophilia
This kink is the technical term for sexual attraction to trees. Some people who experience arousal from trees may only want to stand near a tree and touch it while they masturbate, while others may look for bulges or openings on a tree that can give them pleasure.
9. Katoptronophilia
People who like this type of play enjoy having sex in front of mirrors. They may have a strong arousal to watching themselves masturbate in the mirror or having a mirror by the bed during sex with a partner.
10. Urophilia
Urophilia, also known as golden showers or water sports, is a fetish where people enjoy being urinated on or urinating on their partners. Some people may be sexually aroused by the idea of being urinated on as a humiliating or degrading act, while others see the sharing of these bodily fluids as an expression of a deeper bond and trust with the other person.
11. Coprophilia
Similar to urophilia, coprophilia involves sexual arousal and pleasure from feces. Some people who experience this may want their partners to defecate on them to achieve an orgasm.
12. Mechanophilia
Mechanophilia involves sexual attraction to machines such as motorcycles, cars, bicycles, or others. People with this fetish might achieve pleasure from stroking their car in a sexual way or masturbating using parts of the car, such as the openings between the upholstery of the seats.
13. Autoplushophilia
This is a sexual arousal to oneself dressed as a giant cartoon-like stuffed animal. Many have heard of furries, people who like to dress up in animal suits, and in general, the furry lifestyle is not sexual in nature. But those who experience autoplushophilia may explore the practice of yiffing, which is the term for having sex while dressed up as your furry persona.
If you are interested in exploring a kink or fetish with your partner, open and honest communication is the key. If possible, try to share with them as much information as you can to put to rest any anxieties or hesitation they may have. See our top expert tips for introducing kinks into your relationship here: Kinky Sex Tips For Beginners. There are endless possibilities for things that could turn people on. As long as it’s safe and consensual for both partners, there’s no right or wrong way to experience sexual pleasure! It might be awkward to bring up in conversation, but if you can both approach the situation free of any judgments, you might open up a world of pleasure you didn’t think was possible!
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Before we finish this up we wanted to leave you with a few tips because we know that it can be scary leaning into a fetish you might be exploring for the first time, but you really should be excited. We are sexual beings and it's healthy to explore what turns you on. Below are 5 tips that should help you out:
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