As romance culture wobbles and capitalism keeps capitalism-ing, a century-old idea has reentered the group chat: marrying a best friend for the benefits, not the butterflies. We explore why lavender marriages are resurfacing now, what they reveal about modern adulthood, and how people are redesigning partnership to fit the lives they actually have. It’s marriage, but make it pragmatic.

Further Reading:

The lavendar marriage is back — but why? (The Guardian)

What is a lavender marriage? (Cosmopolitan)

The uncomfortable truth behind the lavender marriage trend (Mashable)

Theme Music: “Banjo Beat” - Will Records

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