5 sex positions perfect for cozy szn

The temperatures are falling, and cozy season has officially arrived! We already know its famous cousin, cuffing season, and the hunt it inspires for a temporary lover to warm up with throughout the cold months. But for those who are already locked in with a partner, cozy season isn’t just about warmth—it’s a great chance to deepen your relationship in sexy, intimate ways. When you want to have your bae closer to you than your favorite sweater, try these five sex positions.

1. The Cuddle Bear

Whether you like being the big spoon or the little spoon in bed, this position allows maximum comfort and cuddle opportunities. Lie on your sides facing the same direction and get close together. Slide into place. The big spoon can wrap their arms around the little spoon, cuddling them like a sexy teddy bear. One of the best perks of this position is its versatility for the big spoon: you can reach in front to touch other places, you can whisper sweet or dirty things to your partner, or you can nibble on a neck, an ear, anywhere they’d like.

2. The Rendezvous

Meetings are generally soul-sucking, but this one will snatch your soul in a good way. Find your most comfortable chair (pad it with extra pillows if you need to) and straddle your partner on it, facing each other. Get in where you fit in. But the action below is only part of what makes this cozy situation so appealing. This supportive position lets you embrace each other, kiss deeply, and stare into each other’s eyes. Then rock, grind, or squeeze your way to bliss.

3. The Purring CAT (Coital Alignment Technique)

You may or may not be a cat person, but if you own a clitoris, the Coital Alignment Technique (CAT) might get you purring. It’s like the missionary position with a height adjustment. One partner lies on top of the other, but instead of getting straight to business, they will move up so that their pelvis is a little higher than it normally would be for missionary. Then instead of rocking their hips to move in and out, the partner on top will move their body up and down. This position brings pleasure more through rubbing than deep penetration. (If you’re confused, don’t worry, the internet is full of articles, many with helpful illustrations, describing how to do this technique.)

4. The Slip and Slide

Steamy sex isn’t only for the bedroom. Take cozy to another level in the shower, with you and your partner standing up and facing each other. Get close and comfy. Lean against the wall for added support. Pull one partner’s leg upward for better access if that helps. It may seem counterintuitive but keep lube close by since water itself isn’t an ideal lubricant for you. Surrounded by all the steam and dripping water, let time slip away as you slide against each other.

5. The Elevated Missionary

The missionary position might have a reputation for being basic, but if you want to get up close and personal with your partner during sex, meaning maximum skin touching and face time, missionary has its perks. Start out lying with one partner on top of the other: trad missionary, if you will. The reclining partner lifts their legs above their partner’s shoulders. If that’s not comfortable, try lifting your legs while spreading them apart, so that your knees are not touching your chest. This position gives you all the goodness of missionary while allowing the partner on top to stimulate other areas with their hands if you’d like.