Smoking sure has a history of being sexy, and whilst it’s a big turn off to some in today’s health conscious world, others are more turned on that ever. Here’s a short introduction on what it means to have a smoking fetish.

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What is a smoking fetish?

A smoking fetish, also known as capnolagnia, is a type of sexual fetish or paraphilia where somebody experiences sexual arousal or gratification from watching someone smoke, often in a seductive or alluring manner. This fetish can involve various aspects related to smoking, such as the act of lighting a cigarette, inhaling and exhaling smoke, the sound of the lighter, or the visual and tactile aspects of holding and manipulating cigarettes or smoking paraphernalia.

When did the smoking fetish start?

It’s difficult to properly pinpoint, but for centuries smoking has been fetishised. For example, in certain historical artworks, smoking has been depicted as a symbol of sophistication, sensuality, or rebellion. The famous painting “Le Fumeur” by Jean Metzinger, created in 1919, features a male figure smoking a pipe and is considered an example of how smoking could be portrayed with a sense of allure.

While these historical depictions might not specifically be categorised as “smoking fetishes” in the modern sense, they do indicate that smoking has been associated with various cultural and erotic connotations over time. It’s not just tobacco, but a smoking fetish can include being attracted to weed smoking, vapes, cigars and hookahs. Artists today are still inspired to make art on the smoking fetish.

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Why is smoking sexy?

To many, a smoking fetish, like other fetishes such as foot and footwear fetishes, commonly come from childhood memories and being around a family member who smoked. To others, it’s a signifier of things they find attractive, power, wealth, and even just a rebellious streak. It also can be seen as a phallic object.

How do people explore a smoking fetish?

The less intense end of the smoking fetish is simply getting turned on from watching somebody smoke, or from smoking with somebody. On the more BDSM side of smoking fetish, many people enjoy being forced to smoke numerous cigarettes or by being a human ashtray.

It’s important to always take safety precautions when exploring a smoking fetish, and to continually communicate with the partner that you’re having fun with. Smoking and tobacco has obvious risks to your health- try to take breaks during the action to check in with yourself and not get too caught up in the kink.

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Iso is a writer and filmmaker based in East London. She is passionate about all things erotic and leads a sexy, shame-free life in hope that she can inspire others to do the same. Originally from a Northern seaside town, she is naturally drawn to the best things in life: candyfloss, trashy karaoke bars and heart-shaped sunglasses.