The Sizzling Romance of Colin and Penelope in 'Bridgerton' Season 3: Unforgettable Kisses and Carriage Rides

Penelope and Colins Steamiest Bridgerton Season 3 Moments From Their 1st Kiss to the Carriage Scene

(L to R) Nicola Coughlan as Penelope Featherington, Luke Newton as Colin Bridgerton Liam Daniel/Netflix

Bridgerton fans got what they wanted when Netflix included steamy scenes between Colin and Penelope in the third season.

In the first half of the season, which premiered on Thursday, May 16, Colin (played by Luke Newton) and Penelope (played by Nicola Coughlan) transitioned from friends to lovers.

Penelope initially began the season searching for a suitable husband, but her connection with Colin quickly took center stage. Despite not being married yet, the two couldn't resist their feelings, leading to a heartfelt bond filled with stolen glances and longing.

Season 3, inspired by Julia Quinn's novel Romancing Mr. Bridgerton, saw a significant moment between Colin and Penelope in a carriage. The first half ended with Colin proposing to Penelope, leaving fans eagerly awaiting her response in the second half. It seems likely that Colin and Penelope will ultimately have their happy ending.

Keep scrolling for a breakdown of Penelope and Colin’s steamiest moments — so far:

From Flirting to Growing Closer

Penelope and Colins Steamiest Bridgerton Season 3 Moments From Their 1st Kiss to the Carriage Scene

(L to R) Luke Newton as Colin Bridgerton, Nicola Coughlan as Penelope Featherington Liam Daniel/Netflix

After Colin apologized for his remarks in the season 2 finale about not pursuing Penelope romantically, the two reconnected as friends. Colin then offered to help Penelope improve her interactions with potential suitors in order to find her ideal partner.

As they practiced flirting, Penelope's behavior towards Colin began to make him realize his own feelings for her. One day, while hiding in Colin's office during a practice session, Penelope stumbled upon his travel diary. Although Colin was initially unhappy about her reading his personal thoughts, he was injured and she ended up bandaging him. Colin seemed visibly affected by Penelope's touch, a new experience for him.

Their 1st Kiss

Penelope and Colins Steamiest Bridgerton Season 3 Moments From Their 1st Kiss to the Carriage Scene

In the second episode, Colin and Penelope's plan began to unravel as gossip spread among the ton. Seeking assistance from a potential suitor would only further damage Penelope's reputation, as noted by Lady Whistledown in her column, who is actually Penelope in disguise.

When Colin visited Penelope to check on her well-being, she opened up about her worries regarding the future.

During their conversation, Penelope mustered up the courage to ask Colin a question. She hesitantly inquired, "Colin, could you do something for me? Would you be willing to give me a kiss? It wouldn't have to mean anything at all. I wouldn't expect anything more from you. I feel like time is running out for me, and I've never experienced a kiss before. I'm not sure if I ever will."

In a vulnerable moment, Penelope shared her deepest fear with Colin. She expressed, "I feel like if I were to pass away tomorrow, it would devastate me. I don't want to leave this world without ever experiencing a simple kiss."

Colin kissed Penelope and in a surprise turn of events she wasn’t the one visibly moved by the moment.

Colin’s NSFW Dreams

Penelope and Colins Steamiest Bridgerton Season 3 Moments From Their 1st Kiss to the Carriage Scene

(L to R) Luke Newton as Colin Bridgerton, Nicola Coughlan as Penelope Featherington Liam Daniel/Netflix

After sharing a kiss, Colin began to imagine a reunion with Penelope that would be even more passionate.

In a dream, Colin confessed to Penelope, "Pen, I haven't been able to sleep or eat. I can barely speak these days. My mind is filled with thoughts of our kiss and of you." Penelope replied, "I feel the same way. You are constantly on my mind."

The duo made out in the garden at Penelope’s home before Colin woke up.

The Carriage Scene 

Penelope and Colins Steamiest Bridgerton Season 3 Moments From Their 1st Kiss to the Carriage Scene

(L to R) Nicola Coughlan as Penelope Featherington, Luke Newton as Colin Bridgerton. Liam Daniel/Netflix

Fans of Quinn’s book series were already aware of the impending moment when Colin intercepted Penelope's carriage in the fourth episode. Penelope was upset by Lord Debling’s refusal to propose, as he could see the chemistry between her and Colin. She shared her frustrations with Colin, believing he would never reciprocate her feelings.

Colin confessed, "What if I did have feelings for you? I've spent so much time trying to suppress my emotions, trying to fit into society's expectations. I thought I had succeeded, but lately, I've been overwhelmed by conflicting feelings." He revealed, "Feelings like not being able to stop thinking about you. Especially about that kiss."

He continued expressing his feelings, saying that he often dreams of her when he is asleep and prefers sleep because that is where he might find her. He described the feeling as torturous but something he does not want to give up, emphasizing that these words are everything he has wanted to say to her for weeks.

Once Penelope revealed that she felt the same way about Colin, the two of them shared an intimate moment in the carriage. Their passion almost led them to have sex, but they were interrupted when they arrived at Colin's house. In that moment, Colin made the decision to propose to Penelope and asked her to come back to his home with him.

Editor's P/S:

The third season of Bridgerton has been a rollercoaster of emotions for fans, especially with the highly anticipated romance between Colin and Penelope. Their