Autumn is a sexy season: seven reasons why

Get those blankets out, as there’s no denying it: autumn has arrived. And that’s not a bad thing at all. Because you’re less inclined to go out, the chilly weather ensures that you have extra time for each other. In addition, the atmosphere at home is also cosier when it’s cold outside. A nice, scented candle, mood lighting, and a good playlist can offer a lot to the vibe in your home. And contrary to what you might think, autumn can also be a very sexy season.

Autumn… when the leaves fall off the trees

… take a walk in the woods for a romantic hike. Dress warmly, take a thermos of coffee (or hot chocolate!) along and enjoy the peace and quiet. Is rain an issue? Of course not. You’re well prepared and didn’t forget to bring along an umbrella large enough for the both of you. Need more reasons why autumn is great? Read on!

Higher libido

In autumn, the leaves may be falling from the tree, but your libido is actually growing. Various studies have shown that testosterone levels are at their highest during autumn: they can increase by up to 31%. And this is directly linked to your sex drive. This applies to both men and women, by the way.

Also read: Tips for hot evenings when it’s cold outside

More chance of having a baby

If you would like to get pregnant, autumn is a good time to try. Sperm production is at its lowest from August through October s due to the warm weather. When it gets colder in autumn, sperm production recovers within a few weeks. This, in combination with the higher libido, ensures that the most children are conceived in autumn, according to American research.

Hips don’t lie

Research at Simon Fraser University shows that there are more reasons why your partner suddenly finds you more attractive in autumn. Your waistline is proportionally thicker in autumn and you therefore appear more fertile. Incidentally, all those sweet pumpkin spice lattes might also help…

Seduce him with scents

About that pumpkin spice latte: it seems that 20% more blood flows to the penis when men smell pumpkin pie and donuts. And a mix of pumpkin pie and lavender is even better: it increases the blood flow by no less than 40%. The reason, according to Alan Hirsch, researcher and founder of the Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation, is that the smells cause a Pavlov reaction. The smells evoke nostalgic, homey, and relaxing feelings. These cause a reaction that we can trace back to the old days: after the harvest, it’s a good time to procreate. By the way, not every typical Thanksgiving scent causes aphrodisiac feelings: the smell of cranberries only results in an increase of 5%.

Watching a romantic movie? Good idea!

It can be hard to convince your sweetheart to watch a romantic comedy. However, according to research from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, autumn is an excellent time to do so. According to the researchers, people who are cold want to warm up in every way possible, both physically and psychologically. A cold body craves warmth: even if that has to come from a heartwarming romantic movie. Our tips: The Holiday (with bad boy daddy Jude Law), Love Actually (with Hugh Grant as prime minister), Crazy Rich Asians (with too good to be true Henry Golding) and Crazy, Stupid, Love (with playboy Ryan Gosling). You’re welcome!

Hot chocolate with whipped cream

Sharing a hot drink has the same effect as watching a romantic movie together, researchers from Yale University have discovered. As soon as we put our hands around a cup of hot drink, we feel emotionally warmer and more generous. And we approach others that way too. So share a hot chocolate to improve the blood flow to his penis.

More new relationships in the autumn

More relationships start during this season and more couples get engaged, a group of researchers doing research on the influence of the seasons on relationships concluded. They tracked relationship statuses on Facebook. In summer many relationships were broken off, while in autumn more relationship statuses changed to “in a relationship” or “engaged”.

Do you think autumn is a sexy season?