Types of Throuples
Triads: A Unified Embrace
Triads are the essence of throuple harmony, three partners all romantically and emotionally linked, a closed circle where love flows freely in every direction, imagine a trio where no one stands apart, each connection as vital as the next, this demands exquisite trust and communication, a delicate balance to keep jealousy at bay, yet when it thrives, it’s a radiant unity, often a jewel in polyamory’s crown, triads embody equality and depth, their allure explored further in our Ethical Non-Monogamy page.
Vees: The Central Flame
Vees pivot on one lover, the hinge who binds two others not romantically tied, a throuple where one heart connects distinct flames, envision a partner loving two, each bond unique yet part of a shared tapestry, vees offer flexibility, independence shimmering through, perfect for those who relish variety without full entanglement, their dynamic nature keeps the throuple alive, questions about this? Our FAQ has answers.
Hierarchical vs. Equal Bonds
Throuples can lean hierarchical, a primary duo welcoming a third, their bond the anchor, or equal, where all three shine with parity, no one above another, hierarchical setups might start with a couple, their love expanding outward, while equal throuples revel in fairness, each voice equal in the chorus, both paths pulse with possibility, shaped by the lovers’ desires, navigate these structures with our Do’s and Don’ts guidance.