Jun. 18 - The Exotic Erotic Expo brings the latest in adult novelties to New York.

New York City got a little sexier on Friday (June 16) with the start of the 2006 Exotic Erotic Expo. Featuring the latest and greatest in adult novelties, toys, and clothing. The Expo is excepted to draw thousands of people to Manhattan's Pier 94.

Several vendors lined the inside of the conference center pitching products specifically designed for the adult crowd. One hot attraction was Xcite, a drink that its creator, Demetrois Mallios, said is supposed to increase energy and libido. Mallios explained that the passion fruit flavored drink blends herbs and an aphrodisiac called Schizandra which intensifies feelings and arouses senses.

Besides sexy drinks, the expo featured an array of sexual costumes and various adult toys, like massage gloves and personal pleasure items. One adult star, Moxxie Maddron enjoyed getting tied-up with rope for her sales pitches. She explained the fascination with being bound.

For those looking for a more relaxed porn-star look, T-shirts were available with various adult slogans and saying, including one with a spin on the popular cartoon "Hello Kitty."

And for those who find clothes a little too confining, there's always nude body paint. Adult star Mandee chose a pink cat body-painting to prance around in.

The Exotic Erotic Expo will run through Saturday (June 17) culminating with a sexy dance starring performer Tommy Lee.

SOUNDBITE (English) DEMETROIS MALLIOS, XCITE CEO, SAYING:
"It's not Viagra in a can; it doesn't create a sexual experience, it enhances one. So all of your nerve endings feel a little better and nicer to the touch. You also have that extra energy boost so your stamina is increased. It's just a great product. It's a lot of fun."

SOUNDBITE (English) MOXXIE MADDRON SAYING:
"Bondage? The restrictions, the restraints, the guy tying me up. I love it, and it just feels good."

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