Let’s talk about an issue that is hitting a little too close to home. 

as you guys may or may not  know, Haus of Toys is latino-owned.  

who are we?

Sari she/they

Photographer | Artist | Entrepreneur | Content Creator | Social Media Manager | Event organizer | Bartender | Very Gay | PR 🇵🇷

With two degrees in Political Science and Sociology, I am extremely passionate about social justice and queer liberation. That’s why when we opened Haus of Toys, I wanted to create a queer safe haven to explore and learn about sexuality, health and more. Living in NYC, I noticed a serious lack of queer-centered adult stores. Growing up in the South where sex education is sparse, I set out to make a safe space for people to ask HUMAN questions without fear of judgment. To explore our bodies (and society’s taboos) in a safe and loving environment. 

As a photographer, event planner and social media manager, I wear a lot of hats at Haus of Toys. You can find me tabling at queer spaces around the city with our Fussy or posting out-of-pocket memes on our Instagram page. I have a passion for everything gay and Haus of Toys gives me the perfect avenue to participate radically in the queer community by creating a new space to explore gender and sexuality. 

Sani  she/they

Nutritionist & Wellness Coach |  Intuitive Chef & Cannabis Connoisseur  |  E-commerce Specialist & C-level Executive |  Enby & Weird  | PY 🇵🇾

As a former SWer I've always been passionate about creating a sacred space to explore sexuality and that's what inspired me. I love helping others express their individuality through pleasure. 

Me & Sari selected and reviewed each piece with pride and attention to detail, choosing only high-quality products that embrace sexuality in unique ways. Browse our collection and find the perfect piece to complement yours. Thank you for your support!

Read more about us here.  

a note from Sari:

We are living in scary times, but they are not unprecedented. It’s a tale as old as time. Immigrants being scapegoated and discriminated against in the name of “freedom.” Asking ourselves, freedom for who? Families being torn apart, our country being disgraced by a new age dictator. But we have been here before… try as they might, they cannot erase us. 

As a daughter of first generation Puerto Ricans, I have seen firsthand how immigrants built this country. How they bring life and they bring culture to this country. Recent rulings from congress have put innocent people in danger of persecution. My family, my best friends, my coworkers, my bodega guy, the mother selling candy on the subway with her child strapped to her chest. The people that built this country are being kidnapped and criminalized, no matter their status or criminal record. 

I will not sit idly by while people’s civil liberties are being violated daily. This is not the time to give up or back down. We have to fight for what’s right and LOUDLY support our most vulnerable communities. 

FUCK ICE. FUCK TRUMP. FUCK FASCISM. 

a note from Sani:

Like so many, I came here with a heart full of hope for a brighter future for my family, leaving behind the familiar for the promise of opportunity. But my journey held an additional layer of urgency: the desperate need for a safe haven as a queer individual. In a world where love can still be considered an act of defiance, finding a place where I could truly be myself, without fear, became as vital as putting food on the table.

In countries like Paraguay, being queer isn't just about societal disapproval; it can mean living in constant fear. While some progress has been made, legal protections are scarce, and discrimination often runs rampant in daily life – from employment and housing to simply walking down the street. It's a reality where public displays of affection are risky, and the threat of violence or ostracism from even your own family can be a constant shadow. This profound lack of basic safety and acceptance fuels the desperate search for a new beginning.

It's disheartening to witness the increasing openness to hate and discrimination in the current climate. I wear many identities proudly: woman, friend, teacher, nutritionist, chef, entrepreneur. But when you consider my story, please don't reduce me to just "immigrant." What I truly hope you'll recognize is a queer voice, striving for dignity, personal safety, and a genuine sense of belonging.

Use your voice when it's needed most – speak for those whose voices are silenced. Remember: no human is illegal.