July 6th 2023.
People have different fetishes, and some of them can be quite surprising. Take the fetish for used underwear, for example. You may be surprised to hear that it's more common than you'd think. Melissa Cook, a sex therapist at SofiaGray, a used underwear buying and selling platform, explains that this fetish is when someone gets aroused by underwear or undergarments such as socks and tights. In these cases, someone may experience arousal or sexual desire by underwear as a whole, or even a specific style or colour of an undergarment.
The different ways this fetish can take shape are quite varied. Some people get aroused just by seeing or feeling the underwear, while for others it's more about wearing it or having a partner wear it. Others may be into the smell and handle of the underwear, especially when it's used.
The reasons behind this fetish are still quite unexplained. A study in the BMJ says any fetishism ‘can originate in childhood’, and some suggest it's something you're born with, like sexuality. Melissa adds that some studies believe it's linked to discovering one's sexuality in early age, while others think it's about the thrill and unusual nature of it.
An Italian study of 5,000 individuals from 381 fetish discussion groups found that 12% had an underwear fetish. Melissa believes the increased popularity of this fetish is due to the ease of buying and selling used underwear online, as well as it being easier for people to do so anonymously. Furthermore, couples in long-distance relationships sometimes exchange used underwear to feel closer to one another.
Whether it's for solo pleasure or to enjoy with a partner, used underwear fetishes are enjoyed by many. If you have a story to share, get in touch by emailing email.
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