01-16-2026, 07:39 AM
The mid-20th century brought significant changes to the American sex doll market, driven by developments in plastics and synthetic materials. Inflatable TPE sex dolls gained popularity, particularly during and after World War II, when soldiers faced long periods away from home. While these products were often stigmatized and treated as jokes in mainstream culture, their widespread distribution demonstrated a growing demand. At the same time, shifting attitudes toward sexuality, particularly during the sexual revolution of the 1960s and 1970s, created space for more open conversations about pleasure and personal autonomy.