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Sexiest Lingerie & Sex Toy Stores Around The World
Reviews By: Sarah Deane |
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San Francisco Sexiest Lingerie Stores
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Good Vibrations
www.GoodVibes.com
2 Locations:
1620 Polk St.
Nob Hill
415.345.0400
603 Valencia St.
415.522.5460
This superior sex store is full of top quality toys, games, movies and lingerie. They even have a reward card where you get a stamp for every purchase, and free stuff when you fill the card. It's light and bright and completely non-seedy, with staff who are fully trained in the pros and cons of each product. They do naughty little workshops, too, so if you're new to sex toys or just want to know how to get the best out of them, check out their workshop schedule and sign up for one that tickles your fancy. Also, don't miss the 'naughty corner', a covert part of the store that stocks the more hardcore gadgets. And don't forget to check out their Vibrator Museum!
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Glass Kandi
www.GlassKandi.com
569 Geary St.
415.931.2256
They offer ornate glass cabinets full of colorful glass dildos, jeweled lingerie, and some fantastic aromas wafting through your nostrils as you browse the many displays. Friendly owner, Samantha, is always on hand to offer advice and information, and you can even book the Glass Kandi team to host your own private sex toy party at home! Doesn't get naughtier than that. Dildos are a specialty here, so if you're into anything phallic, beautiful and expensive, this is the place to come.
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Madame S/Mister S Leather
www.Mr-S-Leather.com
www.Madame-S.com
385 8th St.
800.746.7677
For the latex devotee, Madame S has just about every rubbery combination of underwear, dresses, garters, stockings, anything you want, in all kinds of shapes and sizes. There's an inhouse tailor and dressmaker to custom make garments to your specific requirements, and their taste is phenomenal. Just seconds after walking in, they'll have figured out exactly what you're after. If you want something unique, definitely come here. The front section is all about the clothing, the 'Madame S', which caters for all leather and latex fantasies. In the back, 'Mister S' takes over, and offers up some super-kinky leather sex toys and equipment, to make sure you have everything you need for your naughty night of love. BDSM, done oh-so-professionally. The best fetish store in San Francisco.
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Pink Bunny
www.PinkBunny.biz
1772 Union St.
415.441.7399
Hand-selected lingerie and accessories, in a friendly, welcoming store. The stock isn't huge, but you can tell how considerate they've been, choosing eclectic, but affordable lines that set it apart from standard sex stores. Particularly lesbian-friendly, even for San Francisco, and the owner will be happy to point you in the direction of some more hardcore products, should that be your desire.
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Leather Etc.
www.LeatherEtc.com
1201 Folsom St.
415.864.7558
One of San Francisco's favorite BDSM stores, this place specializes in kinky studs, flailing whips, tight-as-fuck leather and latex outfits and everything in between. Ask Jose to recommend some stuff, if you're a newbie to the sub game, otherwise just enjoy browsing the awesome collection of locks, gags, collars, paddles and chaps. Definitely the place to go to get the perfect outfit for your kinky swingers party, or even just to tart up your already well-stocked home dungeon.
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Foxy Lady Boutique
www.FoxyLadyBoutique.com
2644 Mission St.
415.285.4980
Great for sexy costumes, especially on Halloween, Foxy Lady Boutique kind of does what it says. It's full of tarty heels, gold spandex skirts, slutty prom dresses and hoochie wigs, so if you're going for the street down'n'dirty look, this is your place. The two regular staff are friendly and informative, and you can get some real bargains in the permanent sale rail.
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Frenchy's Adult Superstore
1038 Polk St.
415.776.5940
www.AdultMegaStores.com
A San Francisco institution, Frenchy's is open 24 hours on Friday and Saturday, so it's busy all the time, and just the place to come when you're tired of clubbing and want to pick up some naughty toys on the way home with your one night stand. It's not the most high-end lingerie or sex toy store but it stills nice and clean inside with a big selection of naughty items. And they have a varied clientele, depending on the time of day (or night).
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Toujours Lingerie
www.toujourslingerie.com
2484 Sacramento St.
415.346.3988
This award-winning fine lingerie store has some very quirky, sexy designs, so if you want something unique and ultra-hot, this is the place to come. Everything in stock is hand-picked by the owner, whose taste is superb. There are lots of French-inspired items, and you can buy single bras and panties, or sexy sets that include garters and waist cinches. The co-ordination on display in the store's decor and set-up, makes you look at everything on offer, and the color selection is better than most stores in San Francisco. As well as some great red, black and white lingerie, there are unusual charcoal grays, deep purples, and cobalt blues, that will really make you stand out in the boudoir.
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Agent Provocateur
www.agentprovocateur.com
54 Geary St.
415.421.0229
This store can always be relied upon to deliver slinky, sexy lingerie and nightwear. They're good at 'theming' their products, so try something Gothic from their Dark Pleasures range, or perhaps a lusty, seductive set from the Red Passionate line. You can buy sets or separates, and their lingerie lines are given sexy names like 'Maddy', 'Margot' and 'Fifi'. There's plenty of Chantilly lace, see-through nets, tiny panties and babydoll nightwear that's all tailored to both drive your guy wild, and to make you feel super sexy. Their best-selling basque sets and garter/suspender combos will turn any woman into a very naughty girl.
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Dollhouse Betty
www.dollhousebettie.com
1641 Haight St.
877.342.1715
This delicious lingerie boutique is filled with sexy, sensual, erotic and downright naughty pieces that ooze sex. From classic bra and panty sets and sheer, lace separates, to vintage erotic style and some fabulous French stockings, Dollhouse Bettie has everything a naughty girl's closet needs. The boudoir selection of sassy night jackets, peignoirs, slips and other retro classics, can transform you into a 1940s Hollywood goddess, or 1920s French madam. They have regular sales here, too, so if you're craving high-class seamed stockings with garter belt, a pinup-style corselette or the ultimate pair of come-to-bed panties, drop by here and get ready to glam-up, Hollywood-style.
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Alla Prima Fine Lingerie
www.allaprimalingerie.com
2 Locations:
539 Hayes St.
415.864.8180
1420 Grant Ave.
415.397.4077
All Prima specialize in classic, high-end, European-style lingerie, believing that a girl's choice of undergarments reveals much of her personality. They have sensual collections of sheer, lace and paisley bras and panties, plus luxury silk and satin camisoles, slips, gowns and peignoirs. The emphasis is on chic seduction, with many of their lines having vintage influences from the 1920s and 1930s. I love their bras, in particular, which offer support and shaping without looking bulky. Basically, their lingerie feels like it's been made to measure, like a second skin, and although it's not cheap, you definitely get what you pay for. The La Perla range for 2012/13 is particularly sultry, with lots of Oriental-themed items and bold bedroom colors.
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My Boudoir Lingerie
www.myboudoir.net
2285 Union St.
415.346.1502
As their name suggests, this is a great place to come and find the best names in lingerie for your boudoir. The girls here are hugely influenced by French fashions, and names like Chantelle, Huit, Aubade and Falke are indicators of the quality of their stock. The range is quite comprehensive, everything from sweet camisoles and virginal bra and panty sets, to raunchy black and red lace, seductive silk negligees, and some teasing ensembles that are guaranteed to get both you and your lover hot under the collar. The store assistants are very knowledgeable about their lines, and offer great, personal style advice.
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