{"id":4887,"date":"2024-01-15T11:26:22","date_gmt":"2024-01-15T11:26:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/?p=4887"},"modified":"2024-02-02T10:33:48","modified_gmt":"2024-02-02T10:33:48","slug":"rare-fetishes-you-didnt-know-about","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/rare-fetishes-you-didnt-know-about\/","title":{"rendered":"Hidden pleasures: 7 rare fetishes you probably didn\u2019t know about"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Everyone approaches sex differently. We all have unique desires, kinks, and turn-offs that make the sexual journey a lot of fun. But while you\u2019ve probably heard of or have experience with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-explore-kinks-fetish\/\">common fetishes<\/a>, there are probably quite a few that you aren\u2019t too familiar with.<\/p>\n<p>So this Fetish Day, we\u2019re looking at a few of the less-common fetishes that people have that you may not know about.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#whatisafetish?\">What is a fetish?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#rarefetishes\">Rare fetishes you probably haven\u2019t heard about<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#thetakeaway\">The takeaway<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to learn about the desires and kinks that aren\u2019t as well-known, you\u2019ve come to the right place. But before we look at a few rare fetishes, we first have to talk about what a fetish is.<\/p>\n<p><em>So, let\u2019s dive in.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"whatisafetish?\"><strong>What is a fetish?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>A fetish is basically a type of sexual desire one has. Fetishes are typically strong sexual fixations on a specific object, body part, scenario, or activity. Experts describe <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/uk-top-sexual-fetishes-top-kinks-explained\/\">fetishes<\/a> as a sexual desire for something that isn\u2019t inherently sexual.<\/p>\n<p>A common example of a fetish is a foot fetish, which is one of the most common fetishes in the world. People with a foot fetish have a strong sexual desire towards feet.<\/p>\n<p>That said, fetishes can vary in intensity. Using the example above, some people have very strong sexual attraction to feet, to the point where they cannot get aroused without the sight of feet. However, there are also people with light fetishes that don\u2019t have as strong an attachment to the body part or object.<\/p>\n<p>Fetishes are complex and can manifest in various ways, ranging from harmless preferences to more intense and compulsive behaviours. That said, just because someone has a fetish doesn\u2019t mean that they have some sort of sexual dysfunction. Many people participate in healthy and consensual sex acts that involve their fetishes.<\/p>\n<p>So, if you have a sexual attraction or desire towards something that isn\u2019t exactly sexual, you may have a fetish yourself. This isn\u2019t a bad thing, as it allows you to explore sexual desire in a unique way.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ll talk more about exploring fetishes with your partner later, but for now, let\u2019s take a look at some not-so-typical fetishes that exist around the world.<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4889\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/rare-fetishes-you-didnt-know-about-2.png\" alt=\"metal butt plug in the hands of a woman in lingerie\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/rare-fetishes-you-didnt-know-about-2.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/rare-fetishes-you-didnt-know-about-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/rare-fetishes-you-didnt-know-about-2-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/rare-fetishes-you-didnt-know-about-2-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/rare-fetishes-you-didnt-know-about-2-600x338.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"\u201drarefetishes&quot;\"><strong>Rare fetishes you probably haven\u2019t heard about<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>As mentioned earlier, the world of fetishes is wide, and people have various types of fetishes. Some are pretty common, such as feet, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/bdsm-guide-for-bondage-beginners\/\">BDSM<\/a>, piercings, tattoos, cuckold, voyeurism, and hair, but others aren\u2019t as common. In this section, we\u2019ll look at some of the different fetishes in the world that you may not have heard about.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Autozoophilia<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Autozoophilia is a fetish wherein a person is aroused by the thought of them as an animal. This is a rare fetish that is somewhat related to the \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/what-are-furries\/\">furry<\/a>\u201d culture, where people dress themselves up as anthropomorphic animals. However, those with autozoophilia are aroused by the idea of them dressed as an animal during a sexual encounter.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balloon fetishism<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you thought balloons were strictly for parties and fairs, you\u2019re about to have your mind blown. As the name suggests, this fetish is associated with balloons. People with this fetish are attracted to different aspects of the balloon and typically use balloons as sex toys with their partner or alone. People can be attracted to the feel, smell, or even the sight of a balloon, which is why those with this fetish can practice it in different ways.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infantilism<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\u201cBaby talk\u201d is usually reserved for parents and adults teaching their children how to speak. Or, it\u2019s typically used when trying to get a kid to understand you. However, some adults are turned on when hearing someone speak to them in \u201cbaby talk\u201d. Some people get aroused when they speak to their sexual partners in this manner. This fetish is known as infantilism and is another one of the rare fetishes that exist.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kleptolagnia<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You may already be familiar with the \u201cklepto\u201d prefix, as kleptomania is a pretty well-known disorder. Kleptoplagnia, on the other hand, isn\u2019t exactly a disorder, but it\u2019s closely related to kleptomania. This fetish describes a person\u2019s arousal when stealing things. This means they may get turned on by stealing things from their partners, stores, and similar places. That\u2019s why people with this fetish risk getting arrested when trying to explore the fetish and why you may want to lock up your valuables if you\u2019re with someone who has this fetish.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4890\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/rare-fetishes-you-didnt-know-about-1.png\" alt=\"female hands in handcuffs on silk bedsheets\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/rare-fetishes-you-didnt-know-about-1.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/rare-fetishes-you-didnt-know-about-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/rare-fetishes-you-didnt-know-about-1-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/rare-fetishes-you-didnt-know-about-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/rare-fetishes-you-didnt-know-about-1-600x338.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agalmatophilia<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Agalmatophilia is a fetish that some men have where they feel a strong attraction to inanimate objects, specifically sex dolls and statutes. While there are many people with sex dolls, those with agalmatophilia have a strong connection to these dolls that is different than when people use the dolls as sex toys.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Objectophilia<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A person with objectophilia has a strong sexual attraction to objects. For example, a person may want to use their smartphones or tablets as a sex toy or do the same thing with similar objects that aren\u2019t inherently sexual. There are people with attractions to things such as the Eiffel Tower, certain toys or trinkets at home, and other objects.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Object fetishism<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is another unique type of fetish wherein a person is sexually attracted to objects that their partner has been in contact with. An obvious manifestation of this is when people are sexually attracted to their partner\u2019s underwear or garments. However, there are other types of fetishism where people are attracted to simple objects that their partner has touched, such as a glass, a bottle, or any object they may find.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"thetakeaway\"><strong>The takeaway<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If you have an unconventional kink, there\u2019s nothing to be ashamed of. All this means is that you may have to explore sexual desire differently, which is possible if you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-talk-about-sex\/\">communicate with your partner<\/a> openly.<\/p>\n<p>Communication is key in a healthy sexual relationship, so don\u2019t hesitate to bring up your sexual feelings with your partner. However, this is also a two-way street, so it\u2019s important to respect and validate your partner\u2019s boundaries and feelings as well.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Everyone approaches sex differently. We all have unique desires, kinks, and turn-offs that make the sexual journey a lot of fun. But while you\u2019ve probably heard of or have experience with the common fetishes, there are probably quite a few that you aren\u2019t too familiar with. So this Fetish Day, we\u2019re looking at a few [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":4891,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":true,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"CBBTypography":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[223],"tags":[],"yst_prominent_words":[],"class_list":["post-4887","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-sex-and-relationships"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4887","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4887"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4887\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4891"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4887"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4887"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4887"},{"taxonomy":"yst_prominent_words","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/yst_prominent_words?post=4887"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}