French women and sexual routine

A survey by Ifop for Passage du Désir found that 77 percent of French women in relationships believe they have fewer sexual relations than at the beginning of their relationship. This suggests a common perception of a decline in sexual frequency over time in partnerships.

Sex toys as a solution

Nearly one out of two French women in a relationship (46 percent) considers introducing games or sex toys into their sexual life as a way to get out of routine and rediscover their partner from a different perspective. This indicates a growing openness to using such items to enhance intimacy.

Age and desire

Among French women in relationships aged 18 to 24, 62 percent believe that sexual games or toys could increase their desire to have sex. This proportion also reaches 63 percent among those who declare having a strong libido, highlighting a link between age, sexual drive, and interest in such items.

Perception of sex toys

The study reveals that sex toys attract more women who already have an active sex life (51 percent) than those who no longer have sex with their partner (31 percent). They seem to be perceived more as a way to enrich an existing sexuality than as a solution to completely restore a lost desire.

Shared desire and communication

According to Patrick Pruvot, founder of Passage du Désir, games and accessories only have value if they help to find each other again. Proposing a sex toy to one's partner only makes sense if the idea generates a shared desire, emphasizing the importance of mutual interest.

Alternative approaches

Among women in relationships who no longer have sexual relations, 67 percent believe that more tender gestures and daily attention could stimulate their desire. They are also 56 percent to mention better communication about their desires, pointing to emotional and verbal connection as potential solutions.