5 sex positions that will make you feel drunk in love

Amazing sex usually comes from really knowing your partner's body

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Sometimes all you want is the kind of daring, delightfully dirty sex but on other occasions, you may prefer something that feels a little more emotionally raw, like you and your partner have fused into one amazing-sex-having being.

Here, seven positions to try when you're craving the sexual equivalent of the heart-eyed emoji.

1. Spooning

If you're the big spoon, you get to play the role of the protector. As the little spoon, you feel enveloped in a cocoon of sexiness and security.

Another point in this position's corner: when you're on the inside, your partner can try manual stimulation, penetration, or both if that's what you're into. Double duty is always a winner.

2. Wraparound

Change things up from missionary position by wrapping your legs around your partner's back so you can draw them in deeper.

Not knowing where one of you ends and the other begins can translate into sex so good, you're tempted to walk down the street with a megaphone and broadcast a play-by-play.

3. Sideways

It's the face-to-face version of spooning, so you have the added benefit of being able to gaze into each other's eyes, thus getting one step closer to peak sappiness.

If you're feeling inspired enough to turn your session into something sweeter than even the best of desserts, you can caress your partner's face and whisper all the things that usually feel too intimate to say. Chances are they'll return the favor.

4. Starfish

To get there, lie on your back, extending your arms and legs like you know you're the prettiest starfish in the sea.

Beckon your partner over and ask them to lie on top of you, matching each of their limbs up with yours. It'll feel like you're touching every inch of each other, and as a bonus, you can do a lot of kissing.

5. Straddling

Ask your partner to sit with crossed legs, then settle in on top of them, wrapping your legs around their hips. You'll both benefit from the eye contact, and if you're having sex with a guy, it's tough to do regular old in-and-out thrusting.

No matter who you're trying this out with, you can rely on grinding and friction instead. It's like switching from hyped up hip-hop to smooth R&B, except during sex so it's way more fun.