Festive shoppers on London's iconic Carnaby Street have sparked a viral conversation after revealing their surprisingly open attitudes towards unconventional Christmas presents. A roaming reporter stopped passers-by to ask a cheeky question: would you buy your partner an adult entertainment experience for Christmas?
From Awkward Laughter to Full-Throated Enthusiasm
Content creator Olivia Berzinc, who boasts over 170,000 Instagram followers, caught dozens of December shoppers off guard with her straightforward query. The responses, filmed in December 2025, ranged from immediate refusal to wholehearted endorsement.
"I'm down for any experience," one shopper shrugged with a smile. Another declared, "I'd be quite gassed, to be fair," showcasing a relaxed and modern approach to festive gifting. However, not everyone was convinced. A mother-and-daughter duo shut the idea down immediately with a firm "no, never," while another man thoughtfully admitted it was "probably not for me."
Research Backs Up the Street Reaction
The light-hearted vox pops align with new research commissioned by Spearmint Rhino. The study found that more than half of Londoners would consider buying their partner a membership to an adult entertainment venue this Christmas.
The data reveals a significant generational divide. Nearly two-thirds of 25 to 35-year-olds said yes to the idea, compared with just 13% of over-55s. This suggests that for many younger couples in the capital, the traditional socks and candles under the tree are being supplemented with more experiential, and intimate, offerings.
Experts See a Sign of Healthy Relationships
According to certified sex educator Casey Murphy, couples who are comfortable exchanging such gifts are often "ahead of the game." Murphy suggests that playful and consensual experimentation can be a positive sign of honesty and confidence within a relationship.
The overall mood captured on Carnaby Street was one of curiosity rather than scandal. The clips, shared widely on social media, show Londoners engaging with the question with good humour, proving that the city's festive wish lists might be spicier than previously assumed.
