Lovers in the time of the Kama Sutra considered sex to be an erotic ceremony, something to be cherished and lovingly prepared for. Making a love chamber—a room perfect in every detail for the act of love—was an important part of the preparation. The intention was for lovers to be enveloped in a mood of tranquil eroticism the moment they stepped inside.
IN THE PAST The ancient Indian love chamber would have looked gorgeous. It may have had whitewashed walls, fans, plump pillows, a bed draped in satin sheets, a beautifully shaped musical instrument, such as a lute, hanging from a peg, and garlands of flowers … plus anything the lovers might need during the night, such as lemon bark to fragrance the mouth or oils to rub into the skin.
IN THE PAST The ancient Indian love chamber would have looked gorgeous. It may have had whitewashed walls, fans, plump pillows, a bed draped in satin sheets, a beautifully shaped musical instrument, such as a lute, hanging from a peg, and garlands of flowers … plus anything the lovers might need during the night, such as lemon bark to fragrance the mouth or oils to rub into the skin.
SET THE SCENE you do not have to redecorate your bedroom to make it into a love chamber. One of the simplest things you can do is remove clutter: take away anything that doesn’t look, smell, or feel gorgeous, or doesn’t inspire sensuality (such as computers, phones, clocks, bills, work files, or dirty laundry).
Try dressing the bed in clean, fragrant, and soft fabrics—sheets you want to lie naked on. put flowers by the bed, or place a single rose on the pillow. Or as one ancient Indian love manual cheekily suggests, leave a book on display—one that contains “amorous songs and gladdens the glance with illustrations of love postures.”
CREATE THE MOOD Replace lamps and harsh lighting with tall candles, so that you can enjoy the experience of making love in flickering candlelight, while watching the erotic shadow play of your bodies on the walls. Have a music player in the room and quietly play your favorite sexy music to build up the romantic ambience. Even if it is not practical to keep your room in this minimal state, try it once in a while. Make it part of an anniversary or birthday gift— send your lover an invitation that reads “come to the bedroom at 8pm.” Relish the ceremonial feel of your surroundings.
Secret:
FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY
Turn your bedroom into a love temple so that you are in the perfect space for a night of sacred lovemaking, where you can worship your lover’s body. Think about everything you could possibly need in advance: a beautifully made bed, sarongs or robes, a bottle of your favorite wine or champagne, massage oil warming in a bowl of hot water, lubricant and sex toys within arm’s reach. The Kama Sutra suggests placing a “box of ornaments” near the bed. Fill it with erotic treats: feathers, sex toys, blindfolds, lubricant, and massage oil. Choose anything that will add an exciting dimension to your lovemaking.
Secret:
FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY
Turn your bedroom into a love temple so that you are in the perfect space for a night of sacred lovemaking, where you can worship your lover’s body. Think about everything you could possibly need in advance: a beautifully made bed, sarongs or robes, a bottle of your favorite wine or champagne, massage oil warming in a bowl of hot water, lubricant and sex toys within arm’s reach. The Kama Sutra suggests placing a “box of ornaments” near the bed. Fill it with erotic treats: feathers, sex toys, blindfolds, lubricant, and massage oil. Choose anything that will add an exciting dimension to your lovemaking.
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