Foot fetishism has been defined as a pronounced sexual interest in feet. It is a fairly common kink. Various studies reveal that feet and legs arouse between 50 and 70% of the US population. This is the most sexualized body part after the genitals! Here are some recommendations on where to start your journey to foot fetishism.
Getting ready
If you want to try foot fetishism, discuss it with your partner.
What makes foot fetishism so appealing:
- High sensitivity. Nature has endowed the feet and toes with thousands of receptors, which makes touching them particularly pleasant (just like on the hands). Scientists have also suggested that impulses from the feet migrate to a related area of the brain, responsible for processing signals from the genitals.
- Safety. Researchers from an Ohio University made a connection between the popularity of foot fetishism and the spread of venereal diseases through history. A surge of sexual interest in feet occurred during the outbreaks of sexually transmitted infections, such as gonorrhea. Foot fetishism is not completely safe, but in this practice, you are protected from STIs.
- Dominance and submission. Many people are turned on by the "humiliation" aspect. There is even a trend in foot worship, which is akin to a cult.
Scenario
Footjob is not just about licking your toes, as it is often shown in porn. It is a spectrum of practices from fondling with high heels, golfers and socks to stimulating the penis with the feet.
How to introduce foot fetishism into a couple’s sexual life:
- Conversation. If you are already fascinated by foot fetishism, or you want to try this practice as a couple, we suggest discussing your fantasies. It's important to understand that any sexual activity that doesn't limit someone’s freedom, or cause any harm is okay. Foot fetishism has the reputation of a “dirty” practice although everything can be just done in a hygienic way. Discuss your desires with your partner and talk about possible variants.
- Start with simple practices. Foot fetishism objectifies a certain body part, that is, it makes feet an object of sexual attraction in their own right. If you like heels, for a start have sex in stiletto heels. You can do the same with socks. Then pay more attention to your feet: touch your partner’s body with stiletto heels or bare toes.
- Massage. The feet and toes have many nerve endings, which is why foot massage is so enjoyable. Take care of hygiene, add oils, massage feet slowly, paying attention to each toe. Add a vibrator. Yes, you can do it too!
- Foot job. A foot stimulation of the penis is a more advanced sexual activity. Hygiene is extremely important for his practice. It’s much easier to give a footjob when the penis is already erect. It can be aroused by light touches of the toes or by more familiar practice. At first, a foot job may be an energy-consuming practice — don’t worry, this is normal. Caress not only the penis, touch scrotum, and crotch; the feeling of your big toe in the anus area can be particularly pleasurable.
- Licking toes and feet. This is one of the most intimate and daring fetishist practices. If this is your first experience, we recommend being careful and gradual in your experiments. Such stimulation can be part of vanilla and gentle sex — you can kiss your partner’s feet or take their toes into your mouth in the 69 sex position, or in some other sex positions during penetrative sex. Alternatively, if you are aroused by the power play, you can incorporate this into BDSM play. While massaging, rest your feet on your partner’s belly or chest, taking your foot higher and higher, caressing cheeks and chin with your feet before putting the toes in your partner’s mouth. This practice can also be done reciprocally and simultaneously if you lie opposite each other, for example in a bubble bath to ensure that a feeling of cleanliness and safety is present in the process.
Discuss your taboos and desires. Talk about how you imagine a hardcore sexual activity. You may have different ideas and you need to come up with a middle ground. It is advisable to have this conversation a day or two before the session in a calm, safe environment.
Warning! This is first and foremost a play. We strongly suggest not to skip the aftercare — the process of tender-loving care and attention These can be BDSM sessions, rough practices, or any sexual interaction. It helps to relax, come down from a feel-good chemical rush, return to a comfortable, safe space. There are many ways to provide aftercare, for example by discussing the sexual interaction that just happened, what worked well and what didn’t, to cuddle, bring water, cover with a blanket or a plaid, turn on your favorite music or other.