Oyez, oyez, ladies and gentlemen! The time has come to lift the veil on the best-kept secrets of the French alcove.XloveCam, like a modern-day Christopher Columbus, has braved the tumultuous waters of intimacy to bring us back a treasure map of the juiciest kind.Get ready for an epic journey into the heart of French sexuality ,where the differences between men and women are as numerous as the positions in the Kamasutra!
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Ah, France! Land of love, wine and stinky cheese. You’d think that after centuries of juggling the passion of Dom Juan and the sensuality of Brigitte Bardot, our compatriots would have cracked all the mysteries of the alcove. And yet, the study conducted by the Discurv Institute for XloveCam in July 2024 proves that the gulf between Mars and Venus is deeper than a plunging neckline. So, my brave men, are you ready to plunge into the sultry meanders of French sexuality?
Libido, the emotional roller coaster
Sexuality, a matter of state... for gentlemen
Attention, drum roll! While 69% of men (a figure sure to make connoisseurs smile) consider sexuality to be a major component of their existence, only 51% of women share this opinion. It seems that the myth of the man in a perpetual rut and the woman who prefers a nice bubble bath didn’t come out of nowhere!
But wait, there’s more! This emphasis on sexuality could explain why men find it harder to remain faithful. Perhaps fidelity is inversely proportional to the importance attached to sex. A theorem to ponder, don’t you think?
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Desire, the great misunderstood
In the great libido race, it would seem that you’ve got a head start… or rather eight! In fact, in 8 out of 10 couples, it’s the man who most often wants to do somersaults. In other words, if libido were an Olympic competition, men would be on the podium while women would still be tying their shoes.
But don’t despair, ladies! Perhaps your companions are simply confusing “wanting to make love” with “wanting to eat pizza”. After all, both activities often involve undressing and making strange noises, don’t they?
The call of novelty
Ah, adventure! 55% of men dream of trying out new sexual practices, compared with just 37% of women. It seems these gentlemen have taken Caesar’s “Veni, vidi, vici” a little too literally. Gentlemen, the next time you suggest trying the “triple backward somersault with a view of the Eiffel Tower”, don’t forget that madam may prefer the “lazy koala clinging to her eucalyptus tree” position.
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Solo vs Duo, or how orgasm widens the gap
Is masturbation the new national sport?
Hold on to your hats: 13% of men engage in daily “manual labor”, compared to just 3% of women. It would seem that these gentlemen have taken the adage “one a day keeps the doctor away” very seriously! At this rate, France is likely to win more medals in “solitary gymnastics” than in swimming at the next Olympics.
But make no mistake, ladies. If your companions spend so much time in the bathroom, it may not be just to admire their reflection in the mirror. Although…
Orgasm, the Holy Grailun evenly distributed
Here’s a figure that’s likely to make a few teeth cringe (and not just a few): during sexual intercourse, 48% of men reach seventh heaven “every time or often”, compared with just 27% of women. Gentlemen, it may be time to revise your geography and focus a little more on the “clitoral peninsula”!
Let’s not forget that the clitoris doesn’t measure 1 cm, but well over 10 cm. It’s a bit like an iceberg: the visible part is just the tip of a much larger organ. So, gentlemen, grab your compasses and set off to explore this new continent!
Pornography, agendered pastime
73% of men have viewed pornographic content, compared to 34% of women. It would seem that these ladies prefer to let their imaginations run wild… or maybe they just haven’t found a credible scenario involving a plumber, a pizza delivery man and a yoga teacher all at the same time?
But make no mistake, pornography isn’t necessarily the best sex teacher. After all, learning to make love by watching porn is a bit like learning to drive by watching “Fast and Furious”.
In the minds of the French, fantasies make all the difference
Domination: a man’s game?
16% of men fantasize about domination, versus 6% of women. Gentlemen, before you get out your plush handcuffs and licorice whip, make sure Madame doesn’t simply prefer you to dominate… the laundry and ironing! Sometimes, the greatest act of domination is to take control of the remote control without flinching.
Common ground
Good news! 21% of French men and women dream of making love in a public place. So the next time you’re stuck in traffic, consider that your car neighbors might have the same naughty ideas as you! However, remember that exhibitionism is punishable by law. So unless you’d like to try out police handcuffs (which are considerably less comfortable than plush ones), it’s best to keep those fantasies… well, fantasized.
Is swinging a male fantasy?
15% of men are attracted to the idea of swinging, compared with 5% of women. Gentlemen, before you propose a dinner party for four to your neighbors, make sure madam doesn’t simply prefer to swap… the remote control! Or maybe the idea of swapping household chores would be more exciting for her? Who knows, maybe seeing your man vacuum shirtless is the height of eroticism for some!
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Technology, new allyorspoilsport?
Sextoys, the new toys
While 33% of French people have already used conventional sex toys, fewer than one in ten have dared to try connected sex toys. Yet 19% say they’re interested in the experience. Looks like the sexual revolution 2.0 is underway! Soon, we may be able to control vibrations with the same app that manages our thermostat and roller shutters. The future looks… vibrant!
Cell phones: friend or foe ofsexuality ?
The French are rather wary of the impact of mobile phones and social networks on sexuality. 75% think they encourage the spread of bad information on the subject. Between fake news and influencers selling miracle pills to enlarge what shouldn’t be, there’s plenty to be skeptical about!
Young people, the digital natives of sex
Surprise! Young people have a more positive view of the impact of technology on sexuality. More of them think that social networks make it easier to meet people and contribute to sex education. Perhaps Tinder is the new Larousse of sex!
A final word
So, dear modern-day Casanova and Aphrodite 2.0! This study reminds us that if the grass always seems greener in the neighbor’s garden, it may be because he spends more time watering it… or watching gardening tutorials on YouTube.
Rather than lamenting these differences, why not see them as an opportunity for mutual communication and exploration? After all, 86% of French people agree that, when it comes to sexuality, “it’s not the size that counts, but what you do with it”. A philosophy that could be applied to many other areas of life, too.
So, gentlemen, on your marks, get set, seduce! And remember: in the race for orgasm, it’s better to come in last than not at all. And if ever you feel lost in this jungle of numbers and statistics, remember that love, like French cuisine, is an art that can only be perfected with practice.
At the end of the day, whether you’re a man, a woman, or identify yourself in some other way, the important thing is to communicate, explore and take pleasure in safety and mutual respect. After all, perhaps the real sexual revolution begins with a simple conversation over a glass of wine… or a naughty game of Scrabble!
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