On a recent visit to Hartford Connecticut I had an urge for some self-pleasure and had no lube with me. A quick search in the are for an adult store and I found the Very Intimate Pleasures was just a few minutes from where I was staying, so a ride out it was I decided. I had no trouble finding the store, parking seemed a little tight and limited, but for this kind of store that is to be expected. The store itself was fairly good sized, a bit bigger than a mall clothing store. Inside was well lit, some adult stores can be dimly lit giving them a sleazy feel to them, VIP did not give off this feeling. So I was in the store for something specific and I had a general idea of what I wanted. A younger lady approached me and asked me if she could help me find anything. Well I thought it would be good to find what I wanted even if I planned on browsing the store a bit more. A bit of conversation about what I was looking for, and to be honest I feel comfortable talking about masturbation in this particular setting, and she was going through the shelves looking for something that would fit my choices. The employee was very knowledgeable about the products on the shelf and helped me find something that fit what I was looking for. I did do a little browsing about the store after getting my chosen bottle of lube. The store had a large selection including toys for both men and women, clothing and shoes for women ( I did not see anything for men), a large selection of lubes and a larger selection of adult DVDs. The young lady who helped me find what I was looking for also cashed me out and we shared a bit more conversation. The store has a no return policy and that was explained to me, but to be honest considering the types of products sold here that is understandable. VIP is a fun store to visit for men, women and couples alike. The staff is both friendly and knowledgeable of the products they sell, and the prices are fair enough. read more

Although I don't know a sign exactly what I'm looking for there is always someone willing to help me find it and usually comes up with a great substitute. They carry a good selection of plus size lingerie and fishnet dresses, stockings etc. no complaints :-) the prices are reasonable compared to any other store that carries similar items. read more

Shopping at this location makes for a very uncomfortable experience. I visited this store with my boyfriend in search of 1 item so we went 20 minutes before close. We were greeted by a very friendly woman working the cash register, but as soon as we made our way onto the floor to shop, we were met with another employee who made our experience nothing short of uncomfortable. This employee stood at the end of the specific isle my boyfriend and I were shopping in until we were finished grabbing what we needed. Keep in mind we were the only ones in the store (and she was staring directly at us) so it was apparent she was playing close attention to what we were looking at. Entering a store like this is already awkward and uncomfortable for most people, and to be gawked at by someone that works there just feels straight up violating. Aside from the high prices, you guys might actually get some business if you didn't have your employees breathing down customer's necks during a very intimate shopping experience!! Save yourself the feelings of embarrassment and just order your stuff on Amazon. It'll be cheaper and save you the awkward store encounters... read more

My partner and I came here tonight to try to get a new vibrator because the beloved old one had died for good (RIP). Upon entrance we are carded, which is fine, we look young. We pick two vibrators of a specific brand that we know we like, and one even looks like the old vibrator that died. When we bring it to the woman who is putting batteries in them to test them she opens up the one that looks like the old one that we really wanted. It is difficult to get the battery part out of the vibrator, so she struggles a bit with it before putting the batteries in. She puts them in, closes it, and tries it: it doesn't work. Ok no big, but she immediately tries to get us to try another one she had at the table that they must be trying to sell, and were like, no thanks, can you try the other one we brought up. So she opens this up, the whole time she's moving pretty slowly... meanwhile the other employee comes over and is holding another vibrator and says "I can't get this to work" and she is trying to help him and can't get it to work either. So now I'm like okay... either none of the stuff in this store works, or maybe the employees aren't great at reading directions and putting in batteries. That sounds mean until what happens next. She puts the three batteries in the other vibrator and once again, it doesn't work. At this point my partner asks to see it, and notices she put two of the batteries in the wrong way. She fixes the batteries and voila, it works. We want to try the other one now, so we try it but the employee had put it back together wrong so now the place where the batteries go was stuck inside of the device. She (employee) starts banging the thing on pretty much every surface in the store and the bangs it against the BOTTOM of her shoe. Immediately we said "never mind, it's not worth it" and left. She touched a vibrator to her shoe! So gross. The employees should be able to test the products properly if they are going to do it! Not botch every item and then touch it to surfaces that are disgusting. She also swore twice during this entire interaction which wasn't very professional, sex toy shop or not. It was very cringeworthy and disappointing. We won't be going back to that location. TL;DR: VIP employee messed up testing several vibrators by not knowing how to put batteries in the devices & touched the vibrator to the bottom of her shoe. Monopoly read more

Love this place ! Didn't take pictures due to the employees staring at me due to my purse looks just like a backpack ,lol. I totally understood,so I continued my fun journey through this place . I was shopping for my brides maids party and came across some naughty but nice things. From games to shot glasses and more. They have gels,outfits,bongs and more in this store all reasonably priced. They have a whole room dedicated to bongs and knives ,lol. Pretty cool stuff I saw on my walk-thru. They have alot of things to look at near the registers ,so when you think your done shopping your really not . They have loads of items under five bucks there ! The employees were helpful if you need anything just ask them . I can't wait to come back when I do have more time. They are located across the street from Walmart. read more

VIP Very Intimate Pleasures - Adult Shops Near Me - Southington, Connecticut

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I like coming here. Everyone I've dealt with has been very pleasant and easy to talk to and ask questions. they don't make you feel awkward asking "awkward" questions. Fun merchandise. Cool pipe collection and related stuff. I know you can find these kind of things online, but it's cool if you need something quick. read more

You can honestly buy anything in here online, much cheaper with absolutely no hassle. However, this place is great if you need an erotic gift in a pinch. The employees are friendly enough. they were not overbearing for me, as other patrons indicated. However when I went to pay, it was difficult to get somebody to register even though a couple of employees were in the vicinity. I come here periodically and probably will continue to do so, but Only for those one off type of purchases. It seems as if they are getting rid of their video selection, just as well who purchases pornography since the advent of the Internet. read more

I stopped in the southington store to purchase something for my wife and I. The store manager JULIA greeted me with a attitude and sour voice. I felt rushed in the store and when I tried to get her attention to ask her questions she was standing around on her cellphone. On my way out I walked through the lube isle and couldn't help noticing all the expired lube. Needless to say I didn't purchase anything from V.I.P. I looked up the company V.I.P online and noticed that there was a couple more. I hope the other stores are run better than the one I visited read more

Love coming here, old man like me is going to die from a heart attack. Them dildos are huge.

Do not shop here!!!! Fuck this place. I spent over $200 one day. Just $130 on shoes had them for not even a month and they refuse to exchange the faulty shoes. NO PAIR OF SHOES SHOULD BREAK THAT EASILY! All of the clothing material is CHEAP!!! Stop charging sixty fucking dollars for this trash. Fuck these stuck up bitch workers too. She literally convinced me to buy these cheap products and then said oh well when they immediately break. The bra I bought is literally coming apart and I didn't even wear it twice. It's disgusting how these people want to rip you off. Go to stripperdiscount.com and stop wasting your money. YOU JUST LOST A LIFETIME CUSTOMER. GOODBYE!!!!!!! read more

I have no clue why people go here, I go here like almost two to three times a month to look around and the employees follow you I don't get it, but you shouldn't have to go here just to have the employees follow you around to the point where you don't want to buy anything terrible business read more

If I could give a rating of no stars I would. As soon as we walked in I felt unwelcome. A woman who worked there stared us down, as we politely declined any assistance. Apparently we were in an area we shouldn't have been in because she rudely reprimanded us, even though there wasn't any signage stating we weren't allowed. We also tried on a pair of cuffs, and the same girl proceeded to embarrass us again and loudly told us we can't try them on unless we're going to buy them (which we were). There's nothing like being embarrassed and feeling unwelcome in such a place like this. Make the trip to either the Manchester or Hartford location, the staff is 110x more welcoming and you won't be harrassed. read more

I don't like coming here often because it's very overpriced. You can purchase the same things online for much cheaper for example, I purchased a rabbit for $100 here, saw the same one online on Groupon for $25. I will only come here now if I want a new toy immediately and don't want to order online and wait for shipping. What I do enjoy here are some of the employees. They are extremely knowledgeable and know what they're talking about, at least the ones who have helped me. I wish I got the name of the girl who helped me last, she was REALLY helpful. Helped me find the most PERFECT butt plug and my all time favorite lube. She even recommended this flavored lube that I usually wouldn't get but she let me try it & it was delicious so I purchased 2. I would be here every month if they got dildos from bad dragon, not sure if they already do but I doubt it. Also if they got lovense toys which I know they don't have. Get those brands in and I wouldn't care about the price, I'd still get them (; read more

Terrible service one woman kept following us around watching us being very rude. I understand people sometimes steal stuff but that isn't a reason to treat every customer like a criminal. They should get better staff. read more

If I could, I'd probably give you no stars. I don't know what type of establishment such as yours has their employees follow their customers around as they shop for intimate and private things. If you're going to have your employees do this, at least tell them to engage and not make customers feel uncomfortable. Only two or three people were working the store. One greeted me. It wasn't until I found one employee peeking down every aisle I turned down when my experience started to turn sour. Then, when I left that area after feeling judged and just in some sort of spotlight, your employee must have lost me because all I hear is running down the aisles as they were trying to find me. Lastly, I left empty handed as I was turned off by your customer service, I see your employees running for the door as if I stole! I didn't even go into your store with a purse or container of any sorts. I guarantee if your employees had better customer service, I would have walked out with something. Keep in mind, It was my first time in an adult novelty shop and it was not a good experience at all. I do not plan on ever stepping foot in your store again, but on the off chance I do, I hope your employees have learned how to display better customer service and not follow people around looking at private things such as sex toys! read more

Terrible customer service. Employees were judgmental and rude then constantly followed me around the store popping out at every corner while also fooling around on their cell phones. It's pretty just a bunch of teenagers working there having a good time, which i guess suits the store well seeing nobody would go there for a serious shopping experience. It is more of a gag/joke kind of store but with all overpriced products. Don't know how they're still in business. read more