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Chantelle Otten is an award-winning sex therapist and relationship specialist in Melbourne, Australia. You can follow her on Instagram, and find out more at chantelleotten.com.

Well, Christmas is coming. And yes, I think chocolate advent calendars are cute, but I wanted to celebrate the weeks leading to Xmas in a better way. Introducing the Lovehoney Best Sex of Your Life Couple's Sex Toy Advent Calendar. Not only is the best way to celebrate the days leading to Christmas, but it is also such a good way to get on the 'naughty' list this year.

Read on to find out more about the sexy treats hiding behind each door...

While sex toys have been around for longer than I have, they definitely have not stayed the same. With advances in technology across all products from phones and cameras to fridges and TVs, it's no surprise that sex toys have had some serious updates.

If you are brand new to sex toys, they can seem intimidating at times; however, it is key to remember that sex toys are built to enhance our erotic play and be fun!

You don't have to use sex toys all the time in solo or partnered play, but they can be a great way to enhance our pleasure, or even expand our perceptions around what we find pleasurable. You never know if you will like the food you've never tried before, but you wouldn't want to miss something that could potentially become your new favourite dish! So let's embrace the new and exciting world of sex toys.

Christmas is a hectic time of year for most of us, and it's easy to let sex and intimacy slip.

Cecile, Jess and Sammi – aka the Lovehoney elves – are here to help, with 10 ways to make your Christmas sexier.

Ever had the desire to play hide the sausage but don’t have the necessary equipment? Find it hard to maintain an erection or just wanna go bigger? Penis envy is a thing of the past. Find out all there is to know about how and why strap-ons can make a fabulous and fun addition to your toy box and your sexual repertoire.

Maybe you like the idea of being penetrated by your partner - whatever your sexual orientation - or are intrigued by the pleasures of pegging? Whether you are already an attachment aficionado or a total newbie, listen in for some tips and tricks as Sammi, Nick and Vicky discuss the smorgasbord of strap-ons available and how to use them.

And of course we cover our usual segments "You can never know enough about sex" and "Question of the week" where we share what we've learned about sex this week, and answer your sex questions.

Got a question or topic you want us to cover? Email us at podcast@lovehoney.com or comment below.

You can find us on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify. New episodes every Wednesday. Subscribe to stay up to date!

In western society we tend to value youth: beauty standards are dictated on the appearance of youth, everyone wants to look younger and feel younger. This youth obsession results in this belief that as people age, and usually move past the 50 year mark, they lose their sexuality.

As sex is seen as something for young people, older people must not engage with it - which could not be further from the truth. As we age, our sex lives increase in quality!

It has been found that many believe they experience the best sex of their lives well after the days of 'youth'. However, people go through life changes as they age, so they may also experience changes to their sex life. There are new things that need to be taken into consideration, such as the effects of menopause, medications on sexual function and the realistic abilities of an ageing human body that might just not be able to bend the same way anymore.

Yet we should not view this change as a decline, but rather a new adventure free from the restraints of youth.

Ever thought about writing your own erotic novella?

How would you go about it? With so many different kinds of erotica out there from; bikers and billionaires to vikings and vampires, what genre should you go for and how do go about finding your niche? And what if 'spellinks' and 'gramm;ar' give you the fear?

This week, Sam, Nick are joined by writer and presenter, Mia More to share their thoughts on how to break in to the the world of erotic writing.

We also cover our usual popular segments "You can never know enough about sex" and "Question of the week" where we share what we've learned about sex this week, and answer your sex questions.

Got a question or topic you want us to cover? Email us at podcast@lovehoney.com or comment below.

You can find us on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify. New episodes every Wednesday. Subscribe to stay up to date!

Chantelle Otten is an award-winning sex therapist and relationship specialist in Melbourne, Australia. You can follow her on Instagram, and find out more at chantelleotten.com.

Let's start with the backstory.

Lovehoney Australia sent me a gift, and little did they know that I've wanted this gift for a long long time. I've fantasised about using it in private and in public.

So when I opened this parcel (which was very discreet, mind you - no Lovehoney branding on it), I was delighted to see the Desire Luxury App-Controlled Rechargeable Knicker Vibrator.

To find out if it lived up to expectations, just keep reading...

As the nights draw in and the cold eerie mists linger for longer, it can mean only one thing… that Halloween is fast approaching. So, it's time to get to grips with your wicked side and maybe show off a little skin for this most fiendish of festivals.

Tap into your inner vamp, your wanton witch and get those pussy cat claws sharpened for action as we show you a little of what's on offer for you to create a killer costume; whether it's to stop people dead in their tracks at a costume party or to spice up the spooky season in your bedroom.

Take a look at our top three thrilling outfits!

Wet look fashion is all the rage. It's sexy, classy, easy to wear and care for and a fab addition to your wardrobe.

Righto, all you BDSM fashion queens and kings, it’s time to make your way out of the dungeon and onto the catwalk. It’s your time to shine upstairs.

Wet look fashion is dominating both the high street and the boudoir and for good reason. It offers an easier-to-wear option than rubber latex gear and softer styling than PVC. Bonza beauty, we say. Wet look fabrics give you the glossy glamour of BDSM fabrics without the restrictions – and that means you can wear them any time you feel like it. Hurray for that.

Undeniably sexy, the wet look style is perfect for parties both in and out of the love shack. That’s why Lovehoney has created Fierce, our brand new wet look clothing and boudoir range.

Check it out. It’s designed to get you owning, exploring and expressing your sexuality, and Fierce puts the spotlight on you and brings out your inner Domme diva. Grrrr.

Whether you want to dip a toe into this wet look world or dive all in, we can show you how to master the wet look style.

Curious about sizing? Read How to Choose Lingerie for Your Body Shape.

Here’s a helpful guide to some of our most delicious styles: How to Choose a Basques, Bustiers & Corsets.