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National Lingerie Day

Did you know National Lingerie Day is April 24th? Don't worry if you didn't, most people are not aware of this "holiday." Which made us wonder? Is National Lingerie Day a real holiday or just a made-up event?

To start, there actually is a difference between National Days and Awareness Days. Awareness Days are usually health related and seek to raise awareness of various illnesses and diseases. National Days are usually staged by commercial organizations to promote their products and services. But who decides what day is a national day? Does it require an act of Congress or can any entity just deem it "National Blow-Job and a Steak Day" (March 14 - really!).

Apparently anyone can apply to the United Nations or their government to have their day formalized. Unless the day is racist, sexist or otherwise hateful, it's generally accepted. There's even a website where you can apply to have your day formalized by answering four simple questions and paying $300.00.

The origin of National Lingerie Day is apparently the brainchild of the Intimate Apparel Council. This industry group is made up of U.S. designers, brands and retailers. Apparently in April 1989 they began promoting National Lingerie Week to "reaffirm the message that intimate apparel is fashion." They wanted a week-long celebration of in-store promotions, unique prices and fit clinics. Frederick's of Hollywood then picked up the torch and began promoting it as a special day in their stores and on their website.

What't interesting to us at Fantasy Gifts is why more lingerie stores are not promoting this event. The Intimate Apparel Council does not even mention it on their website anymore. The top three lingerie retailers - Victoria's Secret, Wal-mart and J.C. Penney - are not even mentioning this day. And even Frederick's of Hollywood, who started the craze, appears to not be celebrating it this year.

According to Business Insider, the intimate apparel industry is a $29 billion global market. The United States represents 30% of the global market and 20% of total apparel sales. This is an National Day tailor-made to the intimate apparel industry and everyone is just ignoring it!

Well, not us! Come to any Fantasy Gifts store in South Jersey on April 24th and celebrate National Lingerie Day by picking out a free $5.95 panty with any lingerie purchase. And let's get National Lingerie Day celebrated right up there with National Hairball Awareness Day - that's April 26th!

Celebrate Earth Day with Green Sex Toys!

Spring is here! With all the trees budding, flowers blooming and bees buzzing, our thoughts naturally turn to the environment around us. In Fantasy Gifts' over 30 years of business, we have seem many trends in sex toys come and go. The green trend, however, looks like it's here to stay and we for one couldn't be happier!

Nothing is so personal as what you put in or on your body. When sex toys first became mass-produced for popular consumption in the 1970's, they were primarily made out of hard ABS plastic. This material is still readily available. As sex toys evolved, so did consumer demand. Customers started requested softer, more life-like materials. The soft, pliable "jelly" type became a popular material for many vibrators, dildos and love dolls. Made of some form of plastic, PVC plastics suppliers began to incorporate one or more members of a family of compounds calls phthalates.

Phthalates are everywhere. They are used in perfumes, hair sprays, plastic raincoats, carpet backing, paints, medical devices and many other items. They are responsible for that "new car smell," which goes to show you how much plastic is in your car. So if phthalates are so prevalent, how dangerous can they really be?

A 2004 study by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention analyzed urine studies from 2,450 people ages six and older. It found phthalate metabolites (left over phthalates) in over 75% of the subjects. While we know phthalates are toxic in animals, it is not yet known how adversely phthalates affect humans. It is believed that there may be a connection between phthalates and the human hormonal system. Testing has shown that it many diminish fertility and negatively affect the liver and kidneys. With so many green sex toy options on the market, why take any chances?

Fantasy Gifts is proud to lead the green initiative and feature a wide range of phthalate-free sex toys. One of our favorite lines is Pipedream Icicles . Made of 100% borosilicate glass, it has no additives, allergens or chemical residue. It will not break, chip or crack. Best of all, most of them do not take any batteries.

Silicone is another great alternative for those consumers looking for a green sex toy. Medical grade silicone is a chemically inert substance. This means there are no toxic ingredients that can be gassed or leached from the substance. Silicone is not toxic to aquatic plants or animals and does not have a negative effect on soil organisms. Although it is not biodegradable, it can be recycled. One of our top choices for a silicone product is the We Vibe 4 . Made of medical grade silicone, it is fully rechargeable, takes no batteries, and can be used during intercourse.

Just because a sex toy is made of a jelly-type plastic, does not mean that it contains phthalates. More and more sex toy manufacturers are recognizing the potential health-hazards associated with phthalates and are voluntarily using other materials. This is impressive because sex toys are not regulated by any governmental agency. They are not required to limit any materials in their product, however, recognizing consumer's concerns, they are self-regulating. The majority of Doc Johnson's products are made of sil-a-gel, which is anti-bacterial, non-toxic, latex, cadmium and phthalate free.

Of course, there are always a few products containing phthalates on the market. They are usually inexpensive and give off a clear odor (think new car smell again). If you ever have any questions as to whether your products contain phthalates, you can always ask a clerk at Fantasy Gifts.

Finally, be just as green with the lubricants and toy cleaners you use too! System JO has a great line of organic lubricants and toy cleaners. Certified organic by the USDA, the water based lubricant is made with aloe vera and acai, making it silky smooth and long lasting. System JO Organic Toy Cleaner is an antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral cleaner that is alcohol free and free of petrochemicals such as parabens and glycerin. So Go Green this Earth Day and all year long!

Sexy Easter

At Fantasy Gifts, we truly believe that any holiday can turn into a sexy holiday with a little creative thinking. Everyone thinks sexy stocking stuffers at Christmas and Valentine's Day is a no-brainer. But why not think outside the box for Easter? Easter is a perfect time to remind your mate that you still think they're hot. Instead of limiting Easter to peeps and jelly beans, here are a few suggestions to make sure your love bunny keeps hopping down your trail!

The Easter basket is such an easy vessel to fill with sexy, romantic gifts. Start with the plastic egg - the cheap ones you can buy at any store. Instead of filling it with candy, fill it with pillow packs of lubricants. They fit in easily and are much more fun to search for!

Easter is synonymous with chocolate. We have a full selection of naughty, delicious chocolate in all your favorite anatomically correct body parts! Or if you prefer, paint your partner in chocolate with Shunga Edible Body Paint. Don't like chocolate? Hott Products Edible Body Paint comes in a rainbow of colors and flavors, including passion fruit, pina colada, strawberry and cherry!

The Tenga Egg is one of our favorite Easter products. This cute little egg is actually a disposable male masturbator. Available in six fun shapes and textures - the Tenga Egg is perfect for the man who seems to have everything!

Ever since "Sex and the City" put Vibratex Rabbit Habit on the map, the rabbit vibrator has become the most popular shape for vibrators. It's now available at almost any price point and in a variety of materials. One of our favorites is the Waterproof Jack Rabbit by California Exotic. Available in pink or purple, it's made of PVC and it's completely waterproof so it can be used in the shower or bath, or out!

Finally, put some spring in your step and pair any piece of lingerie with a simple pair of bunny ears. It's simple and easy, plus it's a great excuse to put the flannel pajamas away and break out the spring lingerie.

April "Sex" in the Showers

April Showers are starting to fall. All that rain automatically makes us think of Sportsheets Sex in the Shower - a great line of sex toy products specifically devoted to, what else, Sex in the Shower! In order to encourage you to try Sex in the Shower, Fantasy Gifts is offering 25% off the entire line for the month of April.

Finally couples have more to rely on than the erratic placement of the soap dish, the unsteadiness of the faucet and the random height of the shower head to achieve sexual satisfaction in the tub or shower. This product line has thought of everything. The Dual Shower Head ensures neither you nor your partner will ever get cold. It connects to your shower as a single unit but branches out into two individual heads. The heads work as one unit, but there are four water-pressure options to choose from: both heads using a full-body spray; both in a pulsating massage; one full-body spray and one pulsating massage; or both heads giving a full-body spray with the pulsing massage jets in the center.

The Single Locking Suction Handle is made of thick white plastic and suctions easily to most smooth surfaces, including glass, fiberglass, and tiles that are at least four inches across. When you’ve suctioned the handle to the shower wall, simply click the locking handle shut (you’ll hear it click) and you’re good to go.

The Dual Locking Suction Handle locks securely in place with two heavy-duty suction cups. They’ll stick to any smooth surface (glass, tiles over four inches wide, fiberglass, etc.), and once you’ve pressed them into place, you simply push down the levers on each end and they’ll stay there for as long as you want them to. To remove, just lift the levers and pull the cups up with the tiny rubber tabs sticking out at the sides.

TheSingle Locking Foot Rest allows you to achieve previously impossible positions in your bath or shower. With its strong lever-activated suction cup and smooth waterproof design, you can have extra leverage, extra height and extra sensations within seconds.

For a stronger bond, try the Suction Handcuffs The line also features Vibrating Sponge and a Vibrating Mesh Sponge . Remember, 25% off all Sex in the Shower products for the month of April, in-store at our Marlton and Turnersville, New Jersey locations and online at www.fantasygiftsnj.com.

Shower Sex and water play are a great way to be intimate and get clean at the same time! Want to try it for free? Try this fun position: stand facing each other in the shower. Hug your partner as you wrap your left leg around his waist. He places his right hand under your thigh to keep you steady as he enters you. Meanwhile, his other hand is free to caress your face and run his fingers through your hair. What will your April showers bring you?

March 14 is Steak and a BJ Day

In a country with hundreds of useless holidays (Talk Like a Pirate Day, anyone?), it's nice to finally see a holiday recognize two things that are so important to the men in this country - beef and blow jobs.

That the two are so utterly intertwined cannot be doubted. It's like peanut butter and jelly, ham and cheese, or Angelina and Brad. Steak and blow jobs are to men what wine and chocolate are to women - two things we simply cannot live without!

Americans consume, on average, 100 lbs of red meat a year and we spend over $142 billion annually on meat products. According to a Finnish study, men eat more red meat than women. So we know men have a vested interest in steaks. And obviously, they have the only interest in blow jobs! Hence a holiday only a man could create!

No one is quite sure of the origins of this holiday, but most sources agree you can blame a radio show host out of Boston named Tom Birdsey. You can tell a man created it because the holiday is simple, self-explanatory, requires no special gift or card, and the man gets everything out of it. From it's small, humble, beginnings around 2002, it has now become a thing, garnering several websites, its own Twitter handle, a Facebook account, t-shirt and sticker promotions, and over 1 million hits on Google.

Never one to miss a holiday, especially one with sex as its basis, Fantasy Gifts NJ has gotten into the action by offering a free BJ Blast on March 14 with every $25.00 purchase! So come on ladies - you got Valentine's Day - let's give this one to the guys! Celebrate Steak and a BJ Day on March 14th - he'll thank you for it!

Penis Rings - Everyone's Best Friend

Penis ring, cock ring, erection enhancer, whatever you call them, this is the one sexual tool that will enhance anyone's sexual experience. While a cock ring is one of the most popular sex toy products we sell, it is also one which can intimidate first time users. To help set your mind at ease, we offer you what we call Cock Ring 101 with a Q&A by our Manager at Fantasy Gifts.

What does a cock ring do?

It holds the blood flow in the penis. It is the blood flowing to the capillaries in the penis that makes the man erect. By holding the blood flow in, the use of a cock ring can increase the girth of the penis and the time of erection.

Why should I as a woman, encourage my man to use a cock ring?

Cock rings give men a thicker, harder, longer lasting erection. Because it generally takes a woman 20 minutes of foreplay before she is aroused enough to have sex, the erection ring helps to prevent premature ejaculation.

As a man, should I feel threatened if my woman wants me to use a cock ring?

Not at all. It enhances the sexual experience for both partners. The purpose of the cock ring is to enhance the sexual experience for both . It gives him a thicker, longer lasting erection and a more explosive ejaculation. For her, she reaps the benefit of a longer lasting encounter and a firmer penis.

Does one size fit all?

No, while most rings are flexible jelly or rubber and will naturally expand and constrict to fit most men, in some cases men will need different sizes. That is why we offer items like the Island Rings, which offers 3 cock rings in different sizes in one package to give him the opportunity to see what fit is the most comfortable for him.

What is a cock ring made of?

Most cock rings are made of flexible jelly, rubber, silicone to allow for a flexible, firm fit. Metal cock rings are available for the more experienced cock ring user. However, we do not recommend them for first time use as there is a danger that you will have a difficult time removing it if you do not have the right size. Cock rings are also available in leather which will not provide the tightest fit and are not as easy to clean because they are porous.

How do I put a cock ring on?

A cock ring should go on the base of a flaccid penis. It should fit snugly and securely but not too tight. As you become erect, the ring will become increasingly tighter. It should be placed on immediately prior to intercourse and removed immediately after ejaculation. A lubricant such as System Jo H2O Water Based Personal Lubricant helps the cock ring to go on more easily. It also can aid in easy removal, particularly in the case of an erect penis if the man has failed to ejaculate. A cock ring should not be left on more than 30 minutes because it can cause a drop in blood pressure.

What's the difference between a cock ring and a vibrating cock ring?

Obviously one vibrates, the difference is where the vibration goes and which part of the body is being stimulated. In the case of a single stimulation vibrating cock ring such as The Clit Flicker with Wireless Stimulator , not only is the woman's clitoris stimulated, but the vibration also transfers to stimulate and arouse the man. You can also use a single stimulation vibrating cock ring with the vibrator at the base underneath the penis so he can receive penile and testicular stimulation. If you choose to take it down below the testicles, he also get penile and perineum stimulation. For a dual stimulation cock ring such as the Triple Orgasm Erection Enhancer, the ring goes at the base of the shaft of the penis and provides two stimulators, one for her to receive clitoral stimulation and one where he can receive penile and testicular stimulation.

The varieties in vibrating cock rings are endless. For example, the Dual Clit Flicker offers dual support for him and clitoral stimulation for her. The 3 Way Double Dolphin provides a TPR penis sleeve for him and dual clitoral stimulators for her. The MachO Double Cock Ring gives you a cock ring, a testicular ring and a clitoral stimulator.

How else can a cock ring be used?

A cock ring can be used either around the base of the shaft of the penis or, if you buy slightly larger, around the shaft of the penis. By pulling the testicles though first, you can gently fold a flaccid penis through the opening to pull the testicles away from the body. This helps to prevent premature ejaculation.

You can also add it to any of your favorite dildos - whether it is glass, jelly or silicone, a vibrating cock ring will add a new dimension to your sex toys!

Can I use it if I'm gay?

Absolutely! The principle is still the same. For gay men, the clitoral stimulator would instead vibrate the scrotum. For lesbians, simply add the cock ring to to your favorite dildo!

How should I clean a cock ring?

Regular soap and water is fine. Remember, if it has a battery compartment, do not submerge it into water. For easier clean-up , you can also use a specially designed toy cleaner such as Berman Center Anti-Bacterial Toy Cleaner . Or we have disposable options such as Screaming O Vibrating Couples Ring.

Halloween Isn't Just for Kids

Halloween is just around the corner and we've all been inundated with costumes. With pop-up costume stores on every corner, it may seem impossible to create a unique, adult costume that won't make you look like every other sexy cat in the neighborhood. Luckily, a creative adult costume doesn't have to come from a package. With a few basic pieces, you can transform yourself into almost anything you can imagine. Best of all, these pieces can all be worn again giving you a significant return on your investment. Ready to start creating?

Step 1. Start with a great corset. A great corset is the perfect foundation from which to build your costume. Best of all, no female wardrobe is complete without one. A corset is not only sexy on its own at a club, it looks great under a blazer for a sophisticated night out and looks even better alone with a g-string as lingerie. There are so many wonderful uses for a great corset that if you don't already buy one, now is the perfect opportunity. Fantasy Gifts in New Jersey has a great selection up to sizes 3X and some are even reversible - giving you even more bang for your buck!

Step 2. Add a tutu. Almost all fun, sexy costumes for women can incorporate a tutu. Witches, showgirls, pirates, cats, princess, flappers - the list goes on and on. Tutus are fun and can show off a great pair of legs.
They are also relatively inexpensive, even the light-up ones cost under $20.00 so go for it!

Step 3. Pick out hosiery. No matter what the costume - you need to cover those legs on a cold fall night. Fantasy Gifts in New Jersey has a large selection of fishnets, thigh his, back seamed, school girl tights - you name, we have it in your size and color!

Step 4. Add a wig. Wigs are fun. Don't mess with styling your hair - a great wig will instantly transform your appearance while still keeping you super sexy. For one night, have the hair of your dreams!

Step 5. Add some lashes. False eyelashes are the surest way to make your eyes pop. This is Halloween - make a dramatic statement.

Step 6. Add your accessories. You already have a great foundation - now you can accessorize it any way you want to truly make your costume unique. Add cat ears and a tail and you're a sexy cat. A witch's hat and a wand - boom! Some cute wings and you can be a ladybug, bumblebee or anything that flies. Put your hair in pigtails and add a plaid skirt and you're a naughty school girl. Accessories are the cheapest and easiest way to take the guess work out of your costume building.