Let’s be honest, sex toys might feel like a modern invention, but humans have been finding creative ways to get off for thousands of years. Pleasure has always been part of our story, and the history of toys is just as fascinating as it is fun. So, grab a cuppa (or your favourite vibe) and let’s time-travel through the ages of self-love and invention.
Ancient Pleasures
Believe it or not, archaeologists have discovered phallic objects dating back over 30,000 years. That means our cave-dwelling sisters (and brothers) were already figuring things out long before the internet gave us “discreet shipping.” In Ancient Greece and Rome, dildos were made from materials like stone, leather, ivory, and even bread. Yes, bread. (Don’t try that at home, babes)
The Victorian “Cure”
Fast forward to the 1800s, when women diagnosed with “hysteria” were “treated” with… orgasms. Doctors used manual techniques until the vibrator was invented as a “medical device.” (Talk about bedside manner!) By the early 1900s, vibrators were one of the first household electrical appliances sold in shops, right up there with the sewing machine and toaster. Imagine popping to the store for bread, milk, and your new vibe.
The 20th Century Glow-Up
The sexual revolution of the 1960s and 70s blew the lid off bedroom taboos. Enter iconic toys like the Magic Wand (sold as a “massager” fooling no one) and cheeky little bullets. By the 1990s, body-safe silicone hit the scene, making toys more comfortable, more durable, and far less sketchy than their plastic cousins.
Pleasure Today
Now, we’re living in the golden age of pleasure tech. From app-controlled couples’ toys to air-pulse suction vibes, the sex toy industry is booming — and finally, openly celebrated.
At Kiss the Spot, we’re proud to be part of this movement, curating toys that empower, educate, and bring more fun into your bedroom (or living room, or shower, or wherever you fancy).
💋 Final Word: Sex toys aren’t a fad. They’re a part of human history, woven into the story of how we’ve always chased pleasure. From stone carvings to sleek silicone wands, one thing is clear: pleasure never goes out of style.
👉 Ready to write the next chapter in sex toy history? Explore our collection here.