STRIPPING to pay for Christmas

With living costs soaring and the festive season approaching, many are turning to side hustles to make ends meet

- VERONIQUE INSTAGRAM

As the cost-of-living calamity grips the nation just before Christmas, millions are turning to second jobs. It’s estimated that 16% of UK workers have taken on an additional job or ‘side hustle’ to bring in extra cash, with a further 30% saying they are considering it if costs keep climbing.

With the expense of Christmas looming, many are looking for money-making opportunities. For some women, the solution has come in the form of OnlyFans – an online subscription platform used primarily by adult entertainers.

Founded in the UK in 2016, OnlyFans hosts approximately 1.5 million content creators. It was estimated in 2021 that OnlyFans’ top earners were making 270 times more than the average British worker annually, and although the platform generates controversy for its adult content, creators include ordinary people such as mothers, students, and public workers.

Woman speaks to a mum who turned her OnlyFans side hustle into her full-time career.

‘CHRISTMAS WILL BE DIFFERENT THIS YEAR

Elaina St. James, 55, is a mum of one and now works full-time as an OnlyFans model.

Asking my 13-year-old son what he wanted for Christmas, I thought back to previous years. I’d once spent months worrying about how I’d afford presents, days out, decorations and food. But now, I finally had enough in the bank to pay for whatever we wanted. It’s a dream come true for a mum like me – and it’s all thanks to OnlyFans.