Is it off-putting to write condoms in sex scenes?

[EmilyMiller]

For some reason, I have almost always found condoms sexy. Sometimes I feel I find them even sexier than unprotected sex. However, I'm aware most people disagree, hence why most sex stories have no condoms.

Would readers here be put off if I included them in my scenes? Could that element ruin an otherwise good story?

My current story (submitted today) includes condoms. Using them. Being limited by not having access to them.

But then it’s at the less extreme end of the spectrum of my work, from a sex perspective at least.

Em

 

[MillieDynamite]

True story?

Yes. Well, according to my sister, it is. It might be her warped sense of humor or an old joke she appropriated. She seemed sincere when she told me.

 

[stickygirl]

My current story (submitted today) includes condoms. Using them. Being limited by not having access to them.

But then it’s at the less extreme end of the spectrum of my work, from a sex perspective at least.

Em

I've heard supply chain problems means condoms are being sold at inflated prices.

 

[EmilyMiller]

My current story (submitted today) includes condoms. Using them. Being limited by not having access to them.

But then it’s at the less extreme end of the spectrum of my work, from a sex perspective at least.

Em

And in other, more realistic, writing. I sometimes refer to test results being shared before barebacking (e.g. The Pornstar Experience, or Fragile).

Em

 

[SimonDoom]

I think with a little effort you can make anything sexy. For some, condoms aren't sexy because they're a reminder of the real-world risks of sex, and some readers want an escape from all that. But for others, if you disregard the risks altogether, then you eliminate their ability to suspend disbelief. Everybody's different. I haven't done this (yet) in one of my own stories, but I can imagine dealing with a condom in a story in a sexy, fetishy way, where it becomes an erotic aspect of the story. That might be one way of dealing with it. Play it up, rather than just treat it as a practical inconvenience.

 

[JohnSm123]

My current story (submitted today) includes condoms. Using them. Being limited by not having access to them.

Link?

 

[EmilyMiller]

Link?

It’s in moderation, hun. It was only submitted today. Takes a minimum of one and a half days. And, as it’s 17k long, might take longer.

Em

 

[XerXesXu]

I think with a little effort you can make anything sexy. For some, condoms aren't sexy because they're a reminder of the real-world risks of sex, and some readers want an escape from all that. But for others, if you disregard the risks altogether, then you eliminate their ability to suspend disbelief. Everybody's different. I haven't done this (yet) in one of my own stories, but I can imagine dealing with a condom in a story in a sexy, fetishy way, where it becomes an erotic aspect of the story. That might be one way of dealing with it. Play it up, rather than just treat it as a practical inconvenience.

'Full Latex Jacket' would be a good title.

 

[Voboy]

And in other, more realistic, writing. I sometimes refer to test results being shared before barebacking (e.g. The Pornstar Experience, or Fragile).

Em

I just now submitted a story involving a situation with a testing regimen.

 

[EmilyMiller]

I just now submitted a story involving a situation with a testing regimen.

I don’t always include it, but it’s a nod to safe sex, which does no harm every now and again, IMO.

Em

 

[Pureotica]

Mainstream erom often includes condoms in a matter-of-fact way. They don't fuss over it. They just, if you'll pardon the double entendre, slip it in.

Everything is a fetish to someone. If you find condoms sexy, and want to eroticize them in and of themselves, experiment and see how it goes. Condoms can be applied in creative ways. Make a scene of it. It's probably niche, but a lot of things are.

Off topic: One of the funniest scenes in a movie ever involved John Ritter and glow in the dark condoms in "Skin Deep." The movie was forgettable as a whole, but I nearly broke my ribs on that scene. Worth tracking down on the interwebs.

 

[MediocreAuthor]

The only time I can specifically remember reading about condoms in a story, a guy pulled on his condom until it broke inside the girl, just so the sex would feel better for him. Apart from being a huge violation of trust, I remember thinking that such an action would seem really painful, right?

I'll be honest, I don't have that much experience handling condoms personally, but I've seen how far they can stretch, and snapping one while it's being worn inside your partner seems like it would really hurt, right? Everyone involved?

It doesn't feel great when a balloon that you're holding pops, I can't fucking imagine how awful that would feel inside me?

Anyway, I digress. The condom's inclusion in the story didn't bother me at all... Just the crazy way that the MMC broke it. That was bananas.

 

[EmilyMiller]

Link?

Here you go, hun.

https://literotica.com/s/jacobs-progress

Em

 

[pink_silk_glove]

I'll be honest, I don't have that much experience handling condoms personally, but I've seen how far they can stretch, and snapping one while it's being worn inside your partner seems like it would really hurt, right? Everyone involved?

Nope. Had it happen a couple of times. Never noticed a thing until it was all over.

 

[Pureotica]

I've planned a humorous scene about a virgin shopping for condoms at my fictionalized substitute for Walmart. She's self-conscious about buying them, and slips away from her friend to do it privately. Of course she runs into the people she'd least want to know. Authority figures. friends of parents, etc. I'm still working out the details.

The friend sneaks up on her while she's considering the merits of the garden variety brand from the various enhancements and the extra large. Awkward debates ensue.

If I can execute, I think it should be funny. Maybe she wants to use the self check out, but its broken , and she has to endure judgmental looks from the cashier. Won't sound as funny in this format because it depends on the set up of the characters.

 

[MediocreAuthor]

Nope. Had it happen a couple of times. Never noticed a thing until it was all over.

Well now I'm gonna have to buy a condom for some testing... although that could result in some weird questions from the spouse.

"Why the FUCK are you buying condoms? We're trying to have another kid... I'm not gonna use those! Who are those for?"

"Ummm... experiments?"

 

[Kumquatqueen]

Nope. Had it happen a couple of times. Never noticed a thing until it was all over.

Can confirm - they can rip quite easily with a thumbnail. Durex in particular with that stretching thing you have to do with them, unlike Mates which just roll down.

This may have led to going to a village pharmacy with a gentleman of my acquaintance, to buy another box of 12 the day after buying the previous 12-pack. Obviously they were kept behind the counter, and it was the same pharmacist who had known said gentleman all his life...

Only two or three had been successfully used. We got better.