You might have seen the term “lavender marriage” trending on TikTok or come up in conversation lately. Not sure what it means? We’ll be breaking it down for you.

The term has roots in queer culture, and has actually been around for decades, but it’s making a comeback for a new generation.

A “lavender marriage” refers to a union between a man and a woman, where one or both of the partners are queer, and the relationship isn’t necessarily romantic or sexual.

Historically, these kinds of marriages were a way for LGBTQ+ people to protect their safety and privacy in societies where living openly wasn’t acceptable.

They were seen as a “survival strategy” for those who risked discrimination and possible criminalization if their sexuality was discovered, per Feeld.

The term “lavender

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