“Good morning! I hope you slept well last night.”

Recommended by Poyser, this text is simple but sweet. Whether they slept like a baby or tossed and turned all night, they might be inclined to clarify and even ask you about your slumber.

“Good morning! What’s something you’re looking forward to today?”

Starting off your crush’s day with a positive mindset might help them have an even better one, and shows you’re invested in what gets them excited for the day.

“I need cuddles this morning. I wish you were here.”

Germany suggests this adorable text, which could be a great option for someone you’ve been seeing for a while. Especially if you’ve already shared a sleepover before, this is a flirty way to tell them that you’re missing them… in your bed.

“Good morning! Just woke up thinking about how awesome you are. I hope you have a great day :) ”

Recommended by professional matchmaker and dating coach Thalia Ouimet, this text shows your crush that they were on your mind first thing this morning. This would be a great option for someone whose love language is words of affirmation.

“You were in my dream last night. Want to hear about it?”

Depending on the nature of your dream and the nature of the conversation you want to have, this can be a flirty — or even suggestive — text to send to your crush in the morning (as long as you have consent and comfortability with them).

“Do you know what day it is? It’s “send a cutie a GIF day.” *GIF*”

Germany recommends picking a cute or flirty GIF to send with this quick message, which will more than likely put a smile on their face and encourage them to send one back to you.

“Morning! I’m really looking forward to seeing you tonight.”

If you have a date planned for that night, this text is a great option to show them how excited you are to see them later. Chances are, they’ll feel the same.

“Good morning, love! I just wanted to say thank you for being you :) ”

If you’re sending a note to your partner or someone you’re already well-established with, Ouimet suggests this text. Everyone appreciates messages of gratitude every now and then.

“Hey, good morning! I know you have that big meeting today — you got this. Let’s celebrate after!”

Hype up your crush and offer up a fun reward (aka, hanging out with you) if you know they have something big on their plate today. “Remembering to acknowledge those moments can go a long way in progressing a relationship,” Germany says.

“Hi, my love. I woke up thinking about you and it put a huge smile on my face.”

Anyone can appreciate knowing that the thought of them made someone else smile, so Poyser recommends this “good morning” text.

“Good morning! I woke up hugging my pillow this morning, but hopefully, you can replace it soon ;) ”

Send this text if you want a sly way to invite your crush over for a sleepover soon, or if you want them to come to spend the morning with you.

“Good morning! *selfie*”

Snapping a cute pic of yourself in the morning could put a smile on their face, and feels a bit more personal than the usual “good morning” texts.

“Good morning [pet name], check your Venmo and have coffee on me today.”

Germany says you should avoid “the generic morning text .... [and] change it up to keep things fresh.” She recommends this option to switch things up and make a bigger gesture that your crush will remember all day.

“Hey, sleepy head :) I’m gonna pick up coffee in a bit, let me know if you want me to swing by with your usual!”

If you’re able to actually join them for coffee, offering to drop off a latte to your love is both a super sweet gesture and a chance to sneak in some quality time.

“Good Morning, babe! Wanna FaceTime?”

Whether you’re long distance or just waking up apart, an impromptu FaceTime session in the morning can be a cute way to start the a.m. together.

*Song link* “Listening to this made me think of you this morning, hope you have a great day.”

If you and your crush share a similar taste in music, sending a song you both like is a personal and flirty way to keep the song (and you) on repeat in their mind all day.

“Morning! How’s your day starting off, on a scale from 1-10?”

Add a little flair to the usual “how’s your day going?” You can even follow up with an offer to grab lunch together if their answer is less than a five — after all, seeing you is bound to cheer them up.

“Good Morning! I woke up so excited to kiss your face later tonight ;)”

Everyone loves a good smooch from their S.O., so letting them know you can’t wait for it will build up the excitement.

If you’re looking for a simple conversation starter, this question will absolutely do the trick. It also doubles as a test, because if they don’t ask you in return, maybe they’re not worth keeping around.

Framing a question like this is great for expressing interest in the other person’s life, and shows them you’re not afraid to put yourself out there.

It may seem like an innocent way of sliding into your crush’s messages, but asking about their dreams displays a level of inquisitiveness that’ll definitely make an impression on the right person.

Another seemingly innocuous way to get a dialogue going is to ask them how their morning is going. If they’re having a rough day at work, this will not only allow them to unload some of the pressure, but it’ll also show them that you can be someone to confide in.

If you’re gonna be flirty, you might as well lean into it and be bold with your morning text. And if you didn’t actually dream about them, well, they don’t need to know that.

There’s no use in pretending we don’t all get a rush of adrenaline seeing our crush’s name pop up on our phone. It’s a feeling we can all relate to, and the other person will appreciate you for addressing the tension head-on.

Hey, shoot your shot.

Don’t be afraid to be assertive and upfront about what you’re looking for.

This is a good way to show that you’re capable of making the other person a priority, which is a must when it comes to relationships.

It takes guts to draft a text like this, but if you’re really interested in the person, you won’t hesitate to hit send.

If it’s how you really feel, then why not tell them? It may just pay off in the long run.

This only works if they drink coffee, obviously.

According to relationship columnist Sophia Benoit, you can never go wrong with a simple and sweet text like this. “This is sweet and certainly flirty without being over the line or weird,” she says. “It’s great for any time, but especially the stage right after you’ve hooked up for the first time and hope it happens again.”

This plus a Venmo for coffee is the way to go after a night out, says Benoit. “It doesn’t have to be [NSFW]; maybe you stayed up late talking or texting!” says the expert.

Inside jokes are a great way to build a bond early on, per Benoit. “There’s a famous actress I irrationally hate, which I told my boyfriend early on,” the expert shares. “One of my favorite texts I got from him was a picture of her on the cover of a magazine with the caption, ‘Just saw your enemy at my dentist.’” Not only does a text like this show the other person you’re thinking of them, but you’re invested in their interests, too.

Like an inside joke, alluding to something your crush has shared with you will help you score major points. “The more you personalize your text message the better,” says Benoit. “Mention something that you two talked about the day before (or the morning of if you woke up together) to make it clear you listen and care and that this isn’t just perfunctory.”

Before you send this to your crush, keep in mind that there’s always a time and place for a text like this. “This line should not be deployed often!” says Benoit. “This is a sweet version of being a little filthy, and doesn’t require the other person to respond while they’re commuting to work on a crowded subway.”

When it comes to dating, questions are key. “Any version of asking someone what their day looks like is good,” says Benoit.

It’s bold, yet straight to the point.

Whether you came across a meme while scrolling through your feed, or stumbled upon something noteworthy on your morning commute, you can always send your crush a photo or a link that reminds you of them when you feel like you have nothing to say.

This one is open to interpretation.

You want your “good morning” text to make a good impression, and a message that lays it all on the line is sure to do the trick.