When I want to escape my day-to-day existence I tune into regency romance powerhouse, Bridgerton. I immerse myself in London’s high society, mixing with blue-bloods in the whirl of the social season.
The scandal and drama prove thrilling, and the bodice ripping passion sparks my imagination. We don’t have to leave the amour on the small screen; we can create some of the iconic and intimate scenes and moments from Bridgerton at home.
The secret touch
The fleeting glances and breath-held pauses are the backbone of Bridgerton romance. I can recreate that clandestine feeling with my lover with a lingering touch that means so much more. We sit close so our knees are almost touching, and I invite him to look at an old photograph album I’ve found.
As we flick through the pictures our fingertips graze, and instead of moving our hands away we remain. As we touch our eyes meet, and we hold one another’s gaze, daring ourselves to succumb to desire.
The slow dance
I don’t have a ballroom in my house or a string-quartet to hand, but I can play a smooth ballad with a haunting melody. I’ll smile longingly at my lover as he takes my hand, pulling me close.
His hand snakes deliberately around my waist until our bodies meet. We move together, swaying to the beat, and I can feel his breath on my neck, and his whispers sweet nothings into my ear.
The love letter
Writing each other a love letter fosters intimacy and tenderness. I love to write, but my partner isn’t a fan of penning long letters, so we opt for short and sweet notes.
We make it easier by adding structure e.g. we write one we love about each other, one thing we would like to do more of (if we want to get spicy), one desire. We swap the notes and read them out to one another – this not only builds connection, it also helps us to build a better understanding.
The evening stroll
The quiet of the evening stretches out in front of us, and the world is ours. We pull on coats and step outside for a leisurely evening stroll. The moon casts shadows as we step in unison, first arm in arm and then hand in hand.
We talk in hushed tones so we don’t upend the calm and serenity. We slow, and come to a stop turning towards one another before leaning in for a secret snog!
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The rain-soaked meeting
The rain pours, but we don’t care. We stand face to face, arms encircling one another and embrace. As we get wetter we laugh and our lips meet. We realize this is a defining moment in our relationship as we both whisper, I love you for the first time.
If standing in the rain getting soaked doesn’t appeal you can set the scene by playing a rain sound recording – just let your imagination do the rest.
The quiet nook of the library
You’re tucked away from prying eyes in the corner of a library, the smell of books permeating the air, encased in silence. You pick a story, something with depth, and begin reading to your partner, pausing to look into their eyes.
Your partner takes the book and picks up where you left off, reading to you as you listen intently. If you want to make this spicier, recreate a “quiet corner” at home with pillows and dimmed lighting. Take turns to read one another erotic fiction, stopping from time to time to smile and glance at your other half.
The dressing room
You’re both heading out for the evening to a high-brow party that will involve dinner, drinks and dancing. It’s imperative you look your best and you need your partner’s help to do that.
As you fiddle with the clasp of a necklace your partner steps forward and orders you to turn around so he can remedy the situation. You feel vulnerable as you face away, his hot breath on your neck and his hands brushing your delicate skin.
You return the favor when you notice his collar is rumpled. You reach toward him tentatively, straightening the collar and giving him a killer smile.
The join me for dinner moment
As we both head to the dining room our hands brush and instead of sitting opposite my beau suggests I take the seat to his right. Sitting closely, we can talk privately and our hands and legs can touch “accidently.”
We tuck into our food enthusiastically and I don’t shy away when he offers me a taste of his pheasant. I take the morsel from the spoon and invite him to sample my bread sauce. Unfortunately, a drop lands on his lip and he doesn’t notice, so I gently wipe it away, allowing my finger to linger on his lip for slightly longer than necessary.
The enemy to lover plot
In Bridgerton enemies can easily turn into lovers, so we recreate the drama by staging a blazing row. My man hurls a “sexist” comment at me and I retort with a feisty reply.
With a fierce look in his eye, he raises his voice and I respond by raising my hand as if to slap his face. He grabs my hand with force and I stumble towards him. Face to face our anger dispels, our eyes meet and before we can say I hate you our lips are locked in feverish kiss.
Embracing the Bridgerton Effect
You don’t have to get dressed up in your Regency best, rent a country retreat or buy a candelabra. Bridgerton is more than fancy clothes and palatial homes.
It’s about concealed romance, slow-burn longing, secrets and scandals. Re-create the action with your lover for a passionate period drama of your own making.
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