The idea of creating a million-dollar sex toy was once laughable. The "million-dollar vibrator" designed by Australian jeweler Colin Burn. A conversation at a dinner party in got him thinking about whether it was possible to design a sex toy that was truly aspirational. He researched the market and realized there was nothing he as a jeweler would describe as luxury.
It would be high-end, high-value, made from real gold, with real jewels, for people who appreciate fine things. Betony Vernon, the Paris-based erotic jewelry designer wearing one of her massage rings Photo by British brand Fornicouture, founded by artist AHH, is also keen to cash in on the association.
The year-old company held the Royal Warrant for riding gloves and whips since , although it no longer does. But celebrity endorsements always help.
Nevertheless, its fans seem genuine enough. For those who can afford to, splashing out on jewelry, homewares, clothing, food, or wine is second nature.
Why should sexual pleasure be any different? I write about sex and social development. I have a particular interest in the changing cultural attitudes around sex and relationships and how those are reflected in and Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin The idea of creating a million-dollar sex toy was once laughable.
