Birthdays are the perfect excuse to shower your favorite people with love and attention, right? But sometimes, a simple “Happy Birthday!” just doesn’t cut it, especially when you want to make things a little… spicy. You want him to know you’re thinking of him, not just in a generic way, but in a way that makes him smile (and maybe blush a little).

The problem is, crafting that perfect flirty birthday text can feel like navigating a minefield. You don’t want to come on too strong, or worse, sound cheesy or insincere. You want to be playful and suggestive, but also genuine and thoughtful. How do you strike that delicate balance between teasing and heartfelt?