Fans urge Darcy Moore to propose to Dee Salmin after 2025 Brownlow Medal appearance

Fans are urging Collingwood captain Darcy Moore to pop the question to his partner, Dee Salmin, after the couple turned heads at the 2025 Brownlow Medal count in Melbourne on Monday night. The AFL’s night of nights drew one of its most public displays of fashion, with Moore and Salmin stepping out together ahead of the ceremony and sharing a string of stylized Instagram photos that showcased their coordinated, high-fashion aesthetic.

Moore arrived in a sharp black Oscar Hunt suit with satin lapels, paired with a simple black turtleneck and polished leather shoes. A brooch pinned to his lapel added a subtle flash of old-school flair, complementing his understated, modern look as he walked the red carpet alongside Salmin. Salmin, who hosts Triple J radio’s The Sunday Hook Up sex education program, wore a dramatic strapless white gown with a keyhole cut-out under the bust. Her hair was slicked back into a severe bun, and her makeup emphasized bronzed, sculptural tones while keeping accessories minimal. The duo posed for a series of high-fashion photos in front of peach curtains, with several shots showing a serious, almost statuesque expression from both partners.

The ensemble and the couple’s demeanor sparked online chatter from fans who felt the look carried wedding vibes. In the comments section of Moore’s Instagram post documenting their appearance, followers described the outfits as bridal-like and suggested Moore should propose. One commenter wrote, “Giving wedding vibes just saying.” Another added, “That dress is stunning. I thought they got married!” A third noted, “What a beautiful couple. You both scrub up nicely.” The social-media conversation underscored a broader buzz around the pair, who had posted a series of highly stylized photographs ahead of the event.

Beyond the fashion moment, Salmin’s outspoken public persona and her relationship with Moore have drawn attention. The 29-year-old media personality has built a reputation for sharing her progressive viewpoints on social issues and relationships. In July of the previous year, she offered a candid explanation of why she and Moore do not live together, describing a preference for maintaining separate, independent lives. Salmin told ABC’s Ladies, We Need To Talk... Back that she and Moore do not cohabitate, emphasizing the value they place on maintaining spaces that feel uniquely their own. “I don’t live with my partner at the moment and we have such different, independent, busy lives,” she said. “We get to have so much of what we had when we were still single in our relationship.” She also commented on domestic dynamics, noting that living apart can help couples avoid traditional expectations about shared chores and routines. “I wonder how much you can actually upkeep that when you do end up living together,” she added, framing independence as a conscious choice rather than a compromise.

Salmin’s remarks were supported by Yumi Stynes, the TV personality and author who hosts a segment on the ABC program where Salmin has appeared. Stynes has publicly referenced the idea that cohabitation can complicate relationships and domestic expectations that may not suit every couple. Salmin reiterated that she and Moore intend to maintain autonomy in their partnership, a stance she described as essential for sustaining their connection amid busy careers. Moore has not publicly commented in-depth on those personal reflections, but his social-media presence and public appearances with Salmin have continued to fuel discussion among fans and observers.

The Brownlow Medal count, held annually to recognize the AFL’s best and fairest player, is one of the league’s premier events and a magnet for fashion and media attention. This year’s gathering drew scrutiny not only for performances on the field but also for the sartorial choices of several attendees. Moore, the Collingwood captain, and Salmin arrived with a combined aesthetic that blended classic sophistication with contemporary flair, a choice that resonated with many fans but also amplified the online conversation about their relationship status and future plans.

Since the event, fans have continued to view the couple as a stylish public pair whose dynamic has become a talking point beyond football circles. While some followers framed the moment as a potential engagement signal, others emphasized that the couple’s private decisions remain theirs to navigate, regardless of public speculation. The Brownlow moment, enhanced by the couple’s photogenic appearance and Salmin’s outspoken persona, has nonetheless underscored the intersection of sport, celebrity, and contemporary social dialogue that frequently frames conversations around high-profile partnerships in Australian public life.

As the conversation evolved, observers noted that the event’s atmosphere—an anchored night of fashion, media attention, and fan engagement—often serves as a platform for athletes and partners to project a certain narrative. In this case, Moore and Salmin’s appearance elicited a blend of admiration for their style and curiosity about their relationship trajectory. Whether the attention translates into wedding chatter or remains a fashionable footnote will depend on future public statements and actions from both Moore and Salmin, as well as the media landscape surrounding their activities in the months ahead.