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Lena Dunham’s romcom Too Much convinced me to propose on the spot
I had always dreamt of a grand fairytale wedding, but my boyfriend hated being the centre of attention. Watching a couple negotiate their differences on TV convinced me we could carry it off
TL;DR
- The author had a childhood dream of a large, elaborate wedding but her partner, Martin, was against marriage, viewing it as a patriarchal institution.
- Lena Dunham's Netflix show 'Too Much' featured a couple, Jessica and Felix, whose flawed but devoted relationship and casual approach to marriage inspired the author.
- The show's depiction of a low-key wedding in London, with a humorous exchange about the duration of their marriage, felt romantic and truthful to the author.
- Inspired by the show, the author proposed to Martin over the phone, promising a wedding that catered to his aversion to being the center of attention.
- They agreed to marry in September in her parents' kitchen, with no cake, white dress, or tiki torches, marking a significant compromise from her original dream.