How men ‘marrying up’ became the norm
A tide is turning in the world of dating and marriage.
For the first time, more men than women are "marrying up" the education ladder, toppling the millennia-old tradition of women marrying men with more education than themselves, exclusive analysis has revealed.
Among those embracing this brave new world are Sunshine Coast couple Clare McFadden and Adam Dosse...
The narrative presents a compelling case for a seismic shift in gender dynamics within relationships, driven by educational attainment. The strongest version of this argument highlights the reversal of traditional marriage patterns, where women now increasingly outrank men in education, challenging long-held norms. This shift is supported by robust census data and expert commentary, underscoring its significance. However, the analysis also reveals persistent income disparities, suggesting that w...