Good Vibrations Magazine

Valentine’s day is one of those holidays that usually starts out as a nice idea, but all the pressure of finding the perfect gift can turn this tribute to romance into a full blown stress disaster. If you’re finding yourself in a crunch trying to pick out the right item, here’s a few things to keep in mind.

1. It’s more about effort than price. You hear this all the time, but it’s true. A well thought out personalized present means more than an expensive one that doesn’t relate to the person you are giving it to. This also holds true for sex toys. Try to pick out something you think you’ll both enjoy getting some use out of, or a porn that features performers or genres you are both into. It’s often said that we buy the presents for others that we really wanted. Get the best of both worlds by taking some extra time to think about what will work the best for you as a couple. Sure she might really love a Rabbit, but perhaps a toy you can use together would be more appropriate for together time.

2. Try to relax and enjoy. What’s the point of running around and driving yourself crazy if you’re not even enjoying your time together? Sure elaborate plans, secret notes, and a highly organized surprise are great, but not at the expense of your sanity. Instead of trying to concoct a complicated scheme that has you walking on eggshells for weeks, just plan something simple and memorable. Taking your sweetie to a favorite low-key restaurant, where you on went on your first date, or any other physical location that has a special meaning for both of you can be infinitely more romantic than that impossible to get into hot spot. This also holds true for the sexual aspects of Valentine’s Day. If by the end of your night you’re just too tired to have sex, that’s ok! Cuddling, caressing, hugging, or maybe just making out like you were teenagers again might be the height of the evening’s romance and leave you just as happy. Don’t put extra pressure on yourself (or your partner) to preform, just enjoy each other. The rest might just happen Friday morning instead.

But for those of you still on the hunt for that special treat waiting at the end of the night, here are some fun suggestions available at any of our retail locations!

Sex Checks: Writing a check is rarely a pleasure-inducing event — we vowed to change that with this set of 24 checks, each promising an erotic request or act, from an hour of uninterrupted kissing to an erotic picnic in bed and blindfolded sex. We revamped our original design and erotic suggestions into this full-color checkbook that’s great to give as a gift — or remit, check by check, to your very favorite creditor.

Friday Nite Delight Kit: This kit is an end-of-the-week treat anyone can take delight in, whether it be for post-work, pre-party rejuvenation, or for a relaxing quiet evening at home. Start your night with a sparkly bath thanks to a GV Fizzy Ball (Grapefruit Martini). Then slather yourself in orange mango GV Body Oil (.5 oz mini bottle), GV Massage Lotion (.5 oz Sugar Plum) and GV Raspberry Chocolate Truffle Body Butter massage balm (2 oz tin). To top it off, we include a Magic Touch Mini Bullet Vibe and a 1 oz bottle of Good Lubrications Cream, as you never know where the night may lead!

Love3 Kit: The perfect little “snack” kit for those hungry to sample our bath and body products! This kit includes one each of the following:

• .5 oz Orange Mango Oil
• .5 oz Sugar Plum Lotion
• .5 oz Thin Mint Body Candy
• Sample size of Raspberry Vanilla Body Dust
• Pretty Puff
• Good Lubrications Cream Sample
• Four Mini Heart Massage Bars — one in each flavor with different colors of foil.

A great way to discover your favorite GV body product, and an even greater holiday gift!

Heartbreaker Crop: A little love never hurt! You’ll want to keep this Heartbreaker around—with its stiff braided nylon spine, easy-grip leather handle and double leather metallic red heart head—it’s one gift you’ll want to keep giving. Expect a surprisingly strong sting from the small head, as this crop isn’t very flexible…it’s a Heartbreaker after all. Black/red heart.

The Craving: These sure aren’t the fairy tales you grew up with but we think you’ll like these even more! Acclaimed director Brad Armstrong brings your fantasies to life as you follow the adventures of Little Red Riding Hood, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella and more as they steam up your screen with hot oral scenes, threesomes, and some sizzling chemistry, oh my! The big budget production makes The Craving another Wicked classic as gorgeous costumes, amazing film production, and a deliciously delightful plot makes us excited to proclaim that something Wicked this way comes. 2007, 90 minutes.

Dangerous Liaisons: This sexy adaptation of Choderlos de Laclos’ 1782 masterwork Les Liasons Dangereuses, features a new twist on one of literature’s most intriguing tales of betrayal and deceit. Taking place in modern day New York City, Michael Lewis stars as the head of a fashion empire who enlists the help of Valentine Moore to seduce his ex-boyfriend’s new lover. Incredibly intense sex scenes result filled with passion, and hot pounding action. Strikingly filmed on gorgeous sets, we think this breathtaking film is dangerously addictive. 2005, 90 minutes.