Our editor is loving SheSpot’s 12 Days of Pleasure Advent calendar, here’s her full review

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Our verdict

The SheSpot 12 Days of Pleasure Calendar, created in partnership with Killing Kittens, brings a welcome touch of luxury to the sex toy Advent calendar market. With products worth over £350, this carefully curated collection strikes an impressive balance between indulgence and value for money. 

What sets this Advent calendar apart from other sex toy offerings is SheSpot’s commitment to premium quality and body-safe materials and accessories. As someone who’s primarily experienced mainstream brands like Ann Summers and Lovehoney, I’ve been impressed by the selection of products included in this particular sex toy Advent calendar. From LELO to Agent Provocateur and Je Joue, each item feels thoughtfully selected and luxurious - a far cry from the typical high-street offering. 

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The calendar's appeal extends beyond just the products themselves. Founded by best friends Kalila and Holly, SheSpot has earned its recent title as 'Best Sexual Wellness Retailer 2024' in the LuxLife Magazine Health and Beauty Awards. Their strict vetting procedure, known as 'SheSpot Approved', ensures every product meets exacting standards - something that's evident in each item you'll discover behind these 12 doors.

Particularly noteworthy is the brand's attention to feminine wellness. All lubricants and oils are pH balanced and formulated with clean, vegan, and cruelty-free ingredients, demonstrating a genuine understanding of women's intimate health needs. The medical-grade silicone used in their toys further reinforces this commitment to quality.

Each item is packed safely in its own individual numbered drawer

Whether you're planning solo adventures or couple's play, this calendar offers something for everyone. The inclusion of lingerie alongside toys and intimate play products creates a more rounded experience than some competitors' offerings, like Lovehoney’s 24-day and 12-day calendars. Although, it would have been nice to see more sex toys as there’s only two in the calendar from Biird and Je Joue. 

Regardless, it's refreshing to see a sexual wellness brand take such a tasteful, empowering approach to pleasure that isn’t just fully focused on toys. So, if you're looking to elevate your sexual wellness routine this festive season, SheSpot's 12 Days of Pleasure Calendar delivers a sophisticated, body-safe, and thoroughly luxurious experience that’s worth exploring.

What’s inside the SheSpot 12 Days of Pleasure sex toy Advent calendar?

Everything inside SheSpot’s sex toy Advent calendar for 2024, in collaboration with Killing Kittens

Alongside the two hero sex toys - Biird’s glass butt plug and Je Joue’s Mimi soft clitoral vibrator - owners of this Advent calendar from SheSpot will also find plenty of sexual wellness products that aim to elevate your experience overall, whether that’s solo or with a partner. 

The calendar includes items like orgasm gel and nipple gel to maximise pleasure, alongside practical items like condoms and two types of lubricant (one water-based, one silicone-based). 

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There’s also lipstick, handcuffs, lingerie and a massage candle, which to be honest, at first seemed like a random assortment of items but when you step back, it becomes clearer that all items have been selected to enhance sexual pleasure overall in various ways. 

Afterall, as Monica Gellar in FRIENDS once said, we girls have way more erogenous zones than just the clit and G-spot…

(L to R) Je Joue's Mini Soft clitoral vibrator, Überlube lubricant and Biird's Anii glass butt plug

Favourite #1 - Überlube Luxury Silicone Lubricant (55 ml), worth £19

Ever since I handpicked the best lubes that Mumsnet users recommend on our Talk boards last year, I’ve been wanting to try this particular product. Understood to be a great lubricant for anal sex and play, Überlube’s silicone formulation means it lasts longer than your usual water-based products. Which, when paired with the included glass butt plug, is very much appreciated. 

Favourite #2 - Je Joue Mimi Soft Clitoral Vibrator, worth £75 

Without fail, the Je Joue Mimi soft clitoral vibrator is a favourite toy in this Advent calendar. This award-winning clitoral vibe is versatile, meaning you can use it on any erogenous zone you want to stimulate. Your clit, nipples, your partner’s penis or even the perineum - this soft, squishy vibrator will give you the pressure you seek without a hard pinpoint (like the original Mimi). 

We also particularly enjoyed trying this one out during a massage with the help of the included candle, too. Great after a hard week of surviving work and parenting for some extra stress-relief.

Favourite #3 - Biird Anii Glass Butt Plug, worth £25

And finally, the glass butt plug. While Biird position this as a toy for all, I’d actually argue it’s not the most beginner-friendly of toys (Lovehoney’s included butt plugs are smaller and less intimidating). But, it is a rather luxurious toy to add to your collection and if you’re feeling brave, I say go for it. 

Handmade from high borosilicate glass, it’s strong, safe and waterproof so you can take it into the bath or shower. The included velvet pouch is appreciated for safe storage, too. Finally - as it is made from glass, you can adjust the temperature for added sensations, which is rather interesting!

When closed, this Advent calendar is more compact and smaller than others I’ve tested

How we tested the SheSpot 12 Days of Pleasure Advent calendar

• I opened all the drawers in the calendar at once to fast-track my review

• Pleased to find brands and products I’d not yet experienced

• Tested both during solo and partner play

If you haven’t seen it yet, I’ve been busy developing our Sex content here at Mumsnet over the last year. From the best lubes and condoms, to the best clitoral suckers and rabbit vibrators, you could say there’s been a lot of testing happening BTS to make sure we’re only recommending the best brands and products in the sexual wellness industry. 

SheSpot specifically has been a brand that I’m personally impressed by. Not only is the company founded by two women, but they have strict testing to make sure the brands and products they sell align with their mission of empowerment.  So, you could say I was excited to try their Advent calendar for 2024. 

Who is this SheSpot Advent calendar most suited for? 

For individuals who wish to expand their sexual wellness routine beyond the mainstream offerings from the likes of Ann Summers and Lovehoney, SheSpot’s 12 Days of Pleasure Advent calendar might just be your perfect match. 

This luxury collection is suited for those who wish to venture into more premium territory with respected names like LELO and Je Joue. What’s particularly impressive is SheSpot’s commitment to body-conscious wellness. If you’re someone who scrutinises ingredients labels and prioritises clean, vegan formulations, then you’ll find yourself in good company here. 

Every product included in the Advent calendar (and on SheSpot overall), from the pH-balanced lubes to the medical-grade toys, have passed SheSpot’s exacting standards, which is evident in the curation of this particular calendar. 

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So, whether you're planning solo adventures or looking to spice things up with a partner, this calendar offers a sophisticated approach to pleasure that goes beyond just toys. The inclusion of luxury lingerie alongside practical essentials like premium condoms and high-end lubricants creates a more rounded experience than many competitors' offerings. 

However, if you're new to sexual wellness or specifically hunting for a toy-focused calendar, you might want to look elsewhere - with only two sex toys included and some products requiring a bit more experience (I’m looking at you, handcuffs and butt plug), this isn't a beginner's starter pack.

What are SheSpots’s delivery options for the 12 day Advent calendar?

SheSpot offers free UK tracked delivery (2-4 working days) on orders over £30, or free next-day delivery on orders over £100 when ordered before 2pm. 

For orders under these thresholds, standard tracking costs £3.95 and next-day delivery is £6. International tracked shipping to Europe and USA is available, with charges calculated at checkout (customs fees may apply).

The collaboration with Killing Kittens supports the Fly Anyway Foundation

Is the SheSpot sex toy Advent calendar discreetly packaged? 

Yes, as expected, all orders from SheSpot are shipped in standard brown box packaging, so only you know what’s inside. 

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How is the SheSpot 12 Days of Pleasure Advent calendar different to other advent calendars?

As I continue to try out this year’s sex toy Advent calendars from the likes of Lovehoney, Sinful, Ann Summers and more, it has become clear that there are key differentiators of SheSpot’s 12 Days of Pleasure Advent calendar compared to others. 

Firstly, the company focuses on premium brands. This, I feel, positions this calendar as a step up from the mainstream offerings from the likes of Ann Summers and Lovehoney this year. Plus, as mentioned, all products included have met strict “SheSpot Approved” vetting standards and the curation of products focuses on overall sexual wellness rather than just toys. It’s more about the journey after all, and not just the end goal.

Now, in terms of pricing - it’s great value, in my opinion. At just £95, you’ll get a selection of 12 products that are worth over £350 combined. And while Lovehoney’s 24-day calendar offers more toys and BDSM items for couple’s at a higher price point (£149 for £458 worth), SheSpot’s calendar takes a more curated, wellness-focused approach with emphasis on premium brands and body-safe materials.

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Final verdict on SheSpot’s Advent calendar for 2024

At £95, SheSpot's 12 Days of Pleasure Calendar strikes an impressive balance between luxury and value, featuring over £350 worth of carefully selected products from premium brands like LELO and Je Joue. 

While it only includes two sex toys, this thoughtfully curated collection goes beyond just pleasure products with its inclusion of high-end lingerie, pH-balanced lubricants, and body-safe accessories. Perfect for those ready to graduate from mainstream offerings to more luxurious territory, though perhaps not ideal for complete beginners due to some of the more advanced items. 

In short: If you're seeking a sophisticated approach to sexual wellness with an emphasis on quality over quantity, this compact calendar delivers exactly what it promises.

About the author

Rebecca Roberts is a writer, editor, and content marketing expert hailing from Leeds. Here at Mumsnet, she commissions, writes, and edits to bring parents content designed to make life easier. After birthing and breastfeeding two babies in two years, Rebecca knows first-hand how hard it can be to reignite intimacy. From condoms, to lubricants, to sex toys and Advent calendars - she’s on a quest to find the best ones, with the help of Mumsnet user recommendations.

Beyond her role as an editor here at Mumsnet, Rebecca can be found balancing life as a working mum of two toddlers and when she’s not at her desk, you’ll likely find her at a local playgroup, in a nearby coffee shop, walking the dog, or hiding from her neighbour as she attempts to buy condoms during her weekly “Big Food Shop”.

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