Rubber fetishism involves sexual or psychological arousal from rubber garments or materials, often overlapping with latex fetishism but with distinct textural and aesthetic preferences. Clinically, it is considered a form of material fetishism, with associations ranging from sensual enclosure to identity play and transformation.
Common expressions include full-body rubber suits, gas masks, gloves, or hoods. Some participants are drawn to the feel and smell of rubber, while others enjoy the total immersion experience of being encased or restricted. Rubber play may also involve elements of breath control, sensory deprivation, or restraint.
Psychologically, rubber can offer a deep sense of containment or submission. The experience of being sealed within the material may induce emotional calm, erotic vulnerability, or identity escape. For others, it represents dominance, control, or a stylised erotic persona.
Safety is essential, especially during extended wear. Rubber suits limit ventilation and may cause overheating or sweating. Proper hydration, temperature control, and supervision are critical. Breathable hoods and quick-release options must always be used during enclosed play.
Related terms include latex, enclosure play, sensory deprivation, and fetish fashion, each intersecting with rubber’s unique role in erotic identity and fantasy.
