Manxi Xiao
RMIT Bachelor of Fashion (Design)
I've been puzzled by the scarcity of elderly Chinese lesbians in online dating, unlike their gay male counterparts. Despite my involvement in the LGBTQ+ community and offline events, I've never encountered older lesbians. This sparked my quest to unveil their hidden stories. Through research, I discovered that elderly lesbians grapple with multiple identities, contending with age, gender, and sexual orientation. Societal pressures have stifled their emotional exploration due to historical gender roles. I deeply empathize with their struggles and intend to organize a unique wedding ceremony, challenging norms while integrating key Chinese wedding customs.