kink
Exhibitionism
Exhibitionism is the kink where a person gets arousal from being seen naked, performing sexual acts, or being watched, either by a known partner, a stranger, or an unseen audience. In romance fiction, it often shows up as a couple sneaking a moment in a public place or a character deliberately putting on a show for their lover's gaze.
Why readers love it
Readers love the forbidden thrill of being caught, the vulnerability of being fully exposed, and the power that comes from choosing who gets to look. It also feeds fantasies of being so desired that someone can't look away, no matter the risk.
Also called
Public play
flashing
voyeurism (as the watcher)
exhibitionist phone/sex
skinny dipping
semi-public handjobs
dares
wardrobe malfunctions
Worth knowing: Real-world exhibitionism requires strict consent from everyone who might see the act, not just the participants, so scenes in fiction should acknowledge the risk of legal and social consequences.