Make Staying in the New Going Out With These Fun and Flirty at Home Dates
Let's be honest — tight budgets, hectic schedules, and the challenge of finding a babysitter often make staying in the best option for date night. If it's hard to go out regularly with your partner, at-home dates can help keep that passionate energy alive.
But who says staying home has to be lame? With a little planning and creativity, your living room (or bedroom) can transform into the ultimate date night destination.
Whether you're craving romance, adventure, or just some good old-fashioned fun, we've got a few playful and sexy ideas for at home dates that’ll have you falling in love all over again – without ever stepping foot outside the door.
Ideas For At Home Dates: Cook-Off Challenge
Why settle for the cliche “dinner and a movie” date night when instead you can have a culinary showdown – at home? Grab pots and pans and don your chef hat; things are about to get messy.
Here are a few ways to make this at home date a hit:
- Choose a theme (like Italian), or a favorite family recipe, or challenge yourself to use just a few ingredients.
- See who can whip up the best dish in a certain amount of time.
- Taste-test each other’s creations to declare a winner.
- The victor gets to pick the next activity, and the loser… maybe they’ll just have to do the dishes.
- Or, try this version: play rock, paper, scissors, and let the winner of each round choose the options for each course (appetizer, drinks, main course, dessert).
PROTIP: Have your partner put on our Mentionables grilling apron – sans clothes. Or, you both put on some sexy wear instead. He can slip on our silky midnight black boxer shorts and you can wear our black lacy romper. We bet you’ll have trouble staying in your cooking corners.
Ideas For At Home Dates: An Indoor Picnic
Who says picnics are just for the park? Some of our favorite at home dates include getting low. Turn your living room floor (or bed) into an intimate and cozy haven for two.
For this idea, here’s what you’ll need:
- A red and white checkered blanket to lay your spread on.
- A romantic soft glow with lighted candles and twinkle lights.
- A basket with your favorite snacks, drinks, or even takeout.
- Chill music to complete the perfect relaxing ambiance.
- Bonus: build a fort to sit in for an extra cuddly vibe.
PROTIP: To really make at home dates memorable, we recommend checking out our friends, The Dating Divas. Their oh-so-sweet indoor picnic date with adorable free printables can elevate the night from ho-hum to unforgettable.
Ideas For At Home Dates: Spa Night for Two
Turn your bathroom into a bougie spa retreat – clothing optional.
For this at home date:
- Start with a romantic rose petal-adorned bubble bath or a steamy shower together.
- Light some scented candles, play soothing music, and treat each other with these edible but rejuvenating DIY face masks.
- Give each other a sensual massage.
By the end of the night, you’ll both be relaxed and ready for whatever comes next.
PROTIP: For a little extra date night pampering, try adding our jade roller to your facial massages or our silky sleep mask for some sensory foreplay. And don’t forget to grab our Don’t Mention It bedroom towel for easy cleanup.
Ideas For At Home Dates: Sexy Game Night
Games are always a blast, but this is date night; why not up the sexy factor?
Play classic board games, card games, or even video games, but add a twist with playful bets and flirty consequences for the loser. The winner could pick the next game, dessert, a special favor, or even something a little more risqué. Strip poker anyone?
PROTIP: Mentionables has got you covered with sexy games like our Truth or Dare or Bedroom Dice to take game night from PG to ADULTS ONLY.
Ideas For At Home Dates: Stargazing and Stories
Few things are more romantic (or effortless) than stepping outside with your loved one to gaze at the stunning night sky.
If you have a balcony or a backyard, gather some blankets and pillows, and head outside for a little stargazing. This at home date is ideal when the weather’s warm, but even if it’s chilly, you can still cozy up near a window with a clear view of the sky. Take turns reminiscing about favorite memories, sharing dreams for the future, or testing your storytelling skills by inventing stories about the constellations.
PROTIP: If you need a little help sparking meaningful conversations, try our Let’s Reconnect cards.
Ideas For At Home Dates: Art Night
Unleash your inner Van Gogh with a DIY art night.
To create your own masterpieces, gather some of these:
- paints
- canvases
- brushes
- oil pastels
- colored pencils
- paper
You can follow a tutorial on YouTube, grab a paint-by-number kit like this one, or just let your imagination run wild. When finished, hang your creations on the wall as a reminder of your fun night in.
PROTIP: If you’re feeling extra spicy, grab an edible intimate paint kit and use each other’s bodies as canvases. Complete the night with a shower together to get all squeaky clean before continuing the fun in the bedroom.
Ideas For At Home Dates: Dance Lessons
Clear your living room floor and crank up the AC because things are about to really heat up; time to get extra close and personal as you two learn the art of partnered dancing.
According to professional ballroom dancer, Tony Dovolani (from Dancing with the Stars), when couples dance: “It's almost like you have a newfound love for each other. Discovering new steps together teaches couples to interact with each other. They're looking into each other's eyes, anticipating the next move. It opens up energy channels of feeling and connection. It rejuvenates everything.”
Dovolani continues, “Learning to dance teaches communication skills and fosters respect. The physical activity is a great stress reliever and the positive feelings about the shared experience make couples excited to carve out alone time.”
PROTIP: Search for free ballroom dancing classes on YouTube and transform your space into a private and sexy dance studio.
Ideas For At Home Dates: Movie Night
It’s a classic for a reason: there’s nothing better than cuddling up on the couch with a favorite flick and a bowl of popcorn.
To make things more interesting, try picking a genre – romantic comedies, Marvel, or a Harry Potter marathon – and settle in for a night of binge-watching.
Go all out with:
- themed snacks (think butterbeer, pretzel wands, or splitting a milkshake)
- fuzzy blankets
- coordinating pajamas
No need to rush through this one, just relax and enjoy each other.
If you need some inspiration, the gals at The Dating Divas came in clutch (yet again) with tons of creative ideas for themed movie nights – check them out!
PROTIP: We dare you to show up to movie night in our gorgeous, comfy loungewear and see how long your partner can stay glued to the screen before things get steamy. We bet it won’t take long!
The Finishing Touch of Your At-Home Dates
To wrap up cozy at home dates, why not add an extra touch of intimacy with some stunning lingerie from Mentionables?
Whether you’re winding down after a flirty game of Twister or snuggling up post tango lesson, slipping into something lacy can turn up the heat, making the evening even more memorable. Explore all our pieces, including our new ravishing fall collection, “A Regal Affair”. Find the perfect piece to make your next date night in one you’ll both remember.
After all, who says staying in can’t be just as thrilling as going out?
We want to know – what are your favorite ideas for at home dates? Spill the tea below!
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