# Food-Flavored Intimacy Bedroom products get a food-inspired overhaul for consumers craving novelty. By [Michael Hemsworth](https://www.trendhunter.com/Michael.Hemsworth), Contributing Researcher | Published Nov 26, 2014 | Category: [Naughty](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/naughty-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/organic-intimacy ## Key Figures - Trend score: 2.4/10 - Evidence articles: 2 ## What is the Food-Flavored Intimacy trend? **Food-Flavored Intimacy:** Seeking escapism in the everyday, consumers are turning to food-focused intimacy products for a sense of excitement and novelty. This shift toward intriguing and obscure variations on traditional products denotes a preference for adventurism in a wide variety of everyday activities. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 2 featured examples - Articles from: May 16, 2012 to Jan 21, 2014 - Published: Nov 26, 2014 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Instant Entrepreneurship](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/instant-entrepreneurship), [Prosumerism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/prosumerism) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Themes within the Food-Flavored Intimacy trend ### Sensory exploration Consumers are seeking out intense stimulation in their everyday activities, resulting in the emergence of products that explore new textures, tastes, and scents. ### Food-inspired products The trend of food-inspired intimacy products reflects consumers' desire to incorporate their favorite tastes and smells into their romantic lives. ### Novelty and humor Humorous and unexpected products with unique scents and flavors are appealing to consumers looking for a lighthearted experience. ## What the Food-Flavored Intimacy trend means for industry ### For Food and beverage Food-inspired products are an opportunity for food and beverage companies to extend their brands into new categories. ### For Entertainment Products that playfully combine humor and sex appeal could appeal to consumers seeking new forms of entertainment and stimulation. ### For Beauty and personal care Companies in the beauty and personal care industry could explore new types of sensory experiences in their products, such as incorporating unique scents and textures into intimate care items. ## Trend signals for Food-Flavored Intimacy Trend score 2.4 out of 10, from popularity 38%, activity 25%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 38% - Activity: 25% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Food-Flavored Intimacy trend 2 featured examples from May 16, 2012 to Jan 21, 2014. - [Alcohol-Inspired Intimacy Props](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskey-dick-lube): Epic Meal Time’s ‘Whiskey Dick’ Lube is Slick (Category: Naughty) Implication: The adult novelty product industry can continue to create new and unique products like the 'Whiskey Dick' lube that appeal to modern and niche interests. - [Peculiar Pork-Flavored Lubricant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baconlube-lubricant): The Baconlube Lubricant Brings Bacon to the Bedroom (Category: Naughty) Implication: Opportunity for personal care companies to expand their product lines by introducing unique and novelty items, such as bacon-flavored lubricants, to cater to diverse consumer pref… ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle)