The nearly 40 million tourists who come Las Vegas each year see it as the epicenter of debauchery. Visitors can get their fix of harmless, kinky fun that may be frowned upon elsewhere because, after all, this is what happens in Vegas. Nevada is the one U. However, other forms of sexualized labor flourish here, as does the celebration of sexuality.
Billboards lining the sides of I promote celebrity erotic dancers holding residencies at one of the many local strip clubs. Put simply, Las Vegas and the sex industry go hand in hand. Lately, a new form of sexual labor has become a point of interest.
Sugaring is an umbrella term for negotiated relationships commonly held between an older partner, the sugar daddy or mommy, and a younger partner, the sugar baby.
Sugar relationships require elaborate negotiations to create clearly defined boundaries and expectations, meaning that no two arrangements will look identical. For some, the relationship is focused on companionship devoid of physicality while, for others, the dynamic mirrors that of a traditional relationship, including consensual sex. Babies are compensated monetarily or with gifts, such as high-end merchandise or luxurious vacations.
Where do sugar babies fit into the ever-evolving world of sex work in Las Vegas? Sugaring is in a gray area between traditional dating and sex work. Caught somewhere on this continuum, sugar babies navigate the tricky terrain of emotional connection, financial compensation, and legal labor.
