Kama Sutra-inspiredCandlelitEasy

Twining of a Creeper

Also called: Latavestitaka, Standing embrace

A standing embrace, one partner wrapped around the other like a vine. Where many evenings start.

How to do it

Both partners stand close. One wraps their arms around the other's neck and hooks a leg around their thigh or hip, pulling them in, the way a vine wraps a tree. In the Kama Sutra it's an embrace, not a sex position, and it works best as exactly that: a long, close kiss that turns into whatever comes next.

What it's good for

Kissing, anticipation and starting slowly. Fully clothed works too.

Make it easier

Lean against a wall or the bedpost for balance.

A small tip

Hold it longer than feels normal. The pause is the point.

Agree on it before you try it, use plenty of lube, and either of you can stop at any point. This guide is general information, not medical advice.

Scenes it suits

All scenes

Evenings built around a room style, with this position as one of the options.

A grand bedroom with a navy velvet bed, a crystal chandelier, long navy curtains and a tufted bench at the foot of the bed

Art Deco Glam

Celebrating · Candlelit

Speeches Before Bed

A chandelier, a velvet bench, and short speeches about each other.