Patent Leather Fetish

For kinksters into patent leather

What's the difference between a patent leather fetish and shoe fetish?

How can I indulge my partner’s patent leather fetish?

For kinksters into patent leather

Clothing and material fetishes come in many forms. Patent leather can hold a wide range of associations: it's dark and tough and sexy, but it's also traditionally associated with the shiny shoes you may have worn with a party dress in your childhood. This makes it beloved of old-school kinksters and age play aficionados alike, and with its long-wearing durability and striking good looks you can't go wrong. It also has a distinctive texture, a noticeable scent and a tendency to need a little care and maintenance from time to time - all of which are things that make it a great option for new additions to your kinky wardrobe.

What is patent leather?

This kind of leather is shiny and glossy and is usually used in shoes, belts and handbags.

How do you clean patent leather?

Cleaning the leather is often part of the fun of the fetish and can be a wonderful example of submissive obedience too. Clean off any dust or dirt with a clean cloth before applying leather cleaner. Let it dry and then buff it off with a clean cloth thoroughly until you achieve a high shine. Simple!

What's the difference between a patent leather fetish and shoe fetish?

It all depends on the source of the arousal. If it is the shoe that turns you on, then you have a shoe fetish but if it’s the fact the shoe is made of patent leather that turns you on then likely that is where your fetish lies.

How can I indulge my partner’s patent leather fetish?

It’s always best to ask them for ideas. But you could have them clean your patent leather shoes for you. Maybe you could buy and wear some patent leather items of clothing and leave them on when you’re in bed. Or if your partner is submissive, use your patent leather belt for a spanking. There are lots of fun ways to play with a clothing fetish like this.

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For kinksters with a fetish for leather

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For kinksters with a latex fetish

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