Lavender Marriages: Is Platonic Love the Answer?

Could your soulmate be...just your best friend? Inspired by the viral Dazed Digital article, Mel and Suzie unpack the resurgence of interest in lavender marriages on TikTok. What exactly is a lavender marriage, and why are people romanticizing these partnerships in today’s world? Once a way for Hollywood stars to hide their true selves, these platonic unions are now being reimagined by younger generations craving deep, non-romantic partnerships.  From old Hollywood scandals to Gen Z’s fresh takes on love and intimacy, we’re exploring how these unions challenge conventional ideas of what relationships should look like. And here’s the real kicker: Is a sexual or romantic relationship doomed to fail anyway?

These unions are often formed between two people who are not romantically or sexually involved, usually as a way to conform to societal expectations or avoid scrutiny. While they were once used to conceal sexual orientations, today, the concept resonates with people seeking deep, non-romantic connections and partnerships. Can it work, and also what is the point?

Whether you’re here for the history, the drama, or just wondering if your BFF could be the one, this episode is spilling all the lavender-scented tea!

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