How to Create a Romantic Arabian Night
Gentlemen, although many of us would like to hide our heads in the sand about this, the responsibility of creating a romantic evening is as much on our shoulders as it is our significant other's and it really is not acceptable to complain that there is no zip in your love life if you are not contributing to the cause. This article will guide you in the step by step process for creating a romantic Arabian Night.
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Things You'll Need
- Persian rug
- Chiffon fabric or tenting
- Large pillows
- Table for food
- Table covering
- Candles
- Fragrance
- Flower petals
- Food and wine
- Appropriate table service set
- Arabian Harem costumes
Instructions
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Get a reference model. Atmosphere is key here so get a photo of the scene to help you create your “harem “ setting. Now you could simply hire a party planner to do all this work for you, but imagine the points you will score if you put your imagination and effort into this on your own. If you truly have absolutely no artistic aptitude what-so-ever, by all means, get some help on this. Otherwise your visual references will serve you well.
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Set the stage. Set this up in the living room as it will give you the most room and you will lend to spontaneity as you will not need to interrupt the evening making your way to the bedroom. Starting from the ground up lay a Persian rug on the floor. Lay big pillows on the floor to recline upon. Now set the living room up with either a “tent” or chiffon fabric draped in such a way that it creates a secluded, tent-like intimate setting. In addition to candles and an enticing fragrance, add flower petals on the Persian rug. Add a table with appropriate covering to lay out the evening’s meal.
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Set the menu. Let’s be honest, this is where you may need help. Instead of stressing out and trying to cook, order out or hire someone to cook as authentic a meal that you can possibly find in your area. Whatever you decide upon, make sure that the food is sensual and to be eaten with the hands. You are going for something more romantic, even carnal, and a knife and fork may take the sensuality out of the evening. Your service set should include large goblets for wine (there should be plenty of wine) metal type plates and decorative napkins.
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Dress the part. Contact a local costume shop and rent a sultan’s costume for you, and for her a harem type wardrobe. In trying new ways to spice up your love life, sometimes the old fears of the past come up. Especially when trying on clothing that is supposed to make you appear more virile and sexy. You may be afraid that you cannot pull it off you or you might look foolish and inept. Should this happen, the vulnerability within you may be seen by your partner. Believe or not this is not only a good thing it is a great thing as when we are vulnerable, we are real and this allows her to connect with you on a deeper level. Remember she is also going to be wearing a costume and hers is going to be much more revealing than yours. So, keep in mind that in reality none of us are perfect and the idea is to have fun, not be hyper critical of your flaws and imperfections.
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Hire entertainment. This is optional, but what sultan does not have at least one courtier to entertain him and his favorite mistress. You can go low tech and have some music playing on your stereo or opt for a traditional belly dancer or find something that your gal might find more appealing. Either way, with wine and some mild entertainment, the evening can become more pleasurable and relaxing.
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Get her involved. Now that everything is set, begin the courting phase of the evening. Entice her by sending an appropriate flower arrangement to work, a CD of music or something to get her in the mood.
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Play the part. When she arrives, she sees you in costume. You promptly hand her hers and then let the games begin.
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Tips & Warnings
Do not be afraid of letting your vulnerability show.
