Celebrated to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan, June is Pride Month and the perfect opportunity to show solidarity with the LGBTQIA+ community. That said, it shouldn’t ONLY be June that you #STANDTOGETHER. In this space, everyone is welcome here
June is Pride Month
June is Pride Month, and it’s also the month laden with an explosion of rainbow merch. While much of that rainbow merch is criticized and compared to the pinkwashing of October, there’s still value that can come from the sales of rainbows on everything. While the donating of money isn’t always transparent and certainly can’t guarantee quantitative results, waving your rainbow flags during June and year-round can help raise visibility and awareness, as well as lend support to others within the LGBTQ+ community who are still discovering their identities.
Pride Month Merch That Gives Back
Companies small and large (Apple, Converse, Fossil, Vans) often dedicate large resources during Pride Month to non-profits organizations that support LGBTQ+ communities (GLSEN, PFLAG, It Gets Better Project, The Phluid Project, The Trevor Project). So even if you buy from a company that may be imperfect in their policies throughout the year (dear god, just don’t support Chick-fil-a or Hobby Lobby ever, okay?) you’re still helping others gain access to resources they may not otherwise have access to.
We’ve curated a list of items you can buy that support small and large businesses that help the LGBTQ+ community in some way, but either buying directly from a business that is LGBTQ+ owned or donates to an LTBTQ+ organization. At the end of the day, the goal is to celebrate love, diversity, and inclusivity, isn’t it?
PRIDE Month Merch That Gives Back
We've curated a list of items you can buy that support small and large businesses that help the LGBTQ+ community in some way, but either buying directly from a business that is LGBTQ+ owned or donates to an LTBTQ+ organization. At the end of the day, the goal is to celebrate love, diversity, and inclusivity, isn't it?
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Stonewall Inn is a National Historic Landmark, site of the 1969 riots that launched the gay rights movement.
"Where Pride began and lives." Take a piece of history everywhere you go.
Celebrate pride and welcome guests to a safe, inclusive space in your home with the 18"x30" Pride Doormat Collection. Available in several pride-themed designs featuring rainbow colors and inclusive messages about how all are welcome, these pride doormats add style to your front door or porch while also celebrating inclusivity and individuality. The 100% coir construction is great for wiping shoes and easily shakes clean to keep the welcome mat tidy, while a PVC back helps keep the mat from slipping around on the porch, sidewalk or floor.
Target's #takepride collection includes home decor, apparel, swimwear, pool floats, and other great accessories.
For the last 10 years, Target has collaborated and lent support to GLSEN. The retailer offers the #takepride collection late May through June (or when it sells out)--which includes apparel, swimwear, pool floats, home decor, and more--designed to bring a little rainbow-tinted joy into the lives of LGBTQ+ community and their allies.
Create your own neon sign online using our custom neon sign maker! We have created an easy tool to help you create your own custom neon sign and to give you a visual mockup so you can see what it's going to look like before you order.
I am in love with my sign. I created a custom "Love is Love" sign for my office, but you could also choose from a pre-designed sign (they have rainbows, "Love Wins," "Spread Love," and some other great options.)
The “Everyone is Awesome” LEGO set celebrates diversity and features 11 mini-figures, all rocking their own unique looks and color. This 346-piece model is available online and in stores and fun for kids and LEGO lovers of all ages. The brand also has partnerships with organizations like Stonewall, which helps fund other LGBTQ+ organizations and offers grants and scholarships, as well as Workplace Pride and Open for Business, which both strive toward LGBTQ+ inclusivity in the workplace and in society in general.
I have this set and it is AWESOME.
Apokalypse, German for Apocalypse, is a complex blend of star jasmine, rose, spice, and burning embers of fallen structures.
Lehmann Design Haus is an LGBTQ-owned luxury scent design haus that has been creating scented ambiance since 2016. Handcrafted using only the highest quality natural and sustainable materials, Lehmann Design Haus features chic candles, diffusers, and hand sanitizer with scents like Palo Santo + Sage, Balsam, Black Rose, Cannabis + Lavendel, and other luxurious combinations. Each item is poured and packaged in small batches by hand in their Santa Barbara studio by founder Andrew Lehmann.
In honor of Pride Month, we're donating 10% of our profits to The Trevor Project.
Global e-tailers boohoo and boohooMAN are proud to announce the launch of their latest Unisex Pride capsule - crafted with love, #STANDTOGETHER.
Each piece is joyful, vibrant, statement-making, and seriously Pride-worthy. From Pride shirts to coordinating shorts and hoodies, rainbow totes to slogan tees, these pieces have been crafted with pride. Pride isn’t just a party, so wear your Pride outfits with pride, and join us in celebrating the month in style. Let’s celebrate love without limits.
100% of the proceeds from the Rainbow Proud Retro Tree go to the Montrose Grace Place, a Houston non-profit whose mission is to provide a safe, welcoming environment for the homeless youth of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
An ode to the opulent rose flower. Black Rose pays tribute to the memory of Andrew Lehmann's childhood memories of this father's immaculate rose garden- a collection of fragrant roses drifting through the summer air.
Lehmann Design Haus is an LGBTQ-owned luxury scent design haus that has been creating scented ambiance since 2016.
In honor of Pride Month, we're donating 10% of our profits to The Trevor Project.
Pride and the LGBTQ community have always played an important role at Demeter Fragrance Library. Our Co-founders were members of the community, as are our family, friends, employees, and fans today. Freedom is an essential part of what Demeter stands for. To smell what and how you like, to be different. And that includes the freedom to love.
And the CEO is a huge Act Blue and Biden supporter.
Part of Dr. Martens 2021 Pride collection. Dr Martens Pride 1461 shoes in black and rainbow.
Dr. Martens is working with The Trevor Project, and is donating $100,000 to the organization. Additionally, the brand will carry on a year-round partnership, to help provide resources to the community.
Featuring designs from artists Star Casimir, Rachel Lindset, and Abayomi “AC” Carey (all members of Gap Inc.’s LGBTQ employee resource group), the Gap Collective Pride collection includes T-shirts, hoodies, socks, and more for all ages.
- Gap is proud to donate $50,000 to GLAAD, a leading media advocacy organization working to accelerate acceptance for the LGBTQ community.
Packed in a celebratory box featuring the eye-catching work of artist Zipeng Zhu, the limited-edition Shave With Pride Set from Harry’s comes with everything you need for a close and comfortable shave: a quality men’s razor, a trio of 5-blade cartridges, foaming Shave Gel, and a travel cover to protect your razor blades. The set was created to celebrate Pride and includes a weighted razor handle with a yellow grip and a one-of-a-kind iridescent coating that shimmers and changes depending upon your perspective.
As with previous years, Harry’s is donating 100% of its profits to The Trevor Project, the world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ youth. Harry’s has never been prouder to support the organization and its mission.
A line of tees, denim, and accessories with a call you can’t ignore: Respect all pronouns. Because to use someone’s pronouns is to see how they move through the world. In support of this collection, Levi’s® makes an annual donation to OutRight Action International, working to advance human rights for LGBTQIA+ people all over the world. Our annual donation helps support their work year-round.
Upgrade your wardrobe with the Pride Gender Inclusive Adult 'Trans Rights' Short Sleeve Graphic T-Shirt - PH by The Plhuid Project. Designed in a classic crewneck style, this t-shirt layers well under cardigans, sweatshirts, button-downs, and more, making it a versatile piece in your closet. Plus, its longer length allows it to be worn tucked in or out for different occasions. Made from breathable pure cotton fabric for flexible and comfy wear, this t-shirt pairs easily with a range of bottoms for different looks.
Upgrade your wardrobe with the Pride Gender Inclusive Adult 'Proud' Tie-Dye Short Sleeve Graphic T-Shirt - PH by The Plhuid Project. Designed in a classic crewneck style, this tie-dyed t-shirt layers well under cardigans, sweatshirts, button-downs, and more, making it a versatile piece in your closet. Plus, its longer length allows it to be worn tucked in or out for different occasions. Made from breathable pure cotton fabric for flexible and comfy wear, this t-shirt pairs easily with a range of bottoms for different looks.
Upgrade your wardrobe with the Pride Gender Inclusive Adult Bisexual Flag Heart Short Sleeve Graphic T-Shirt - Charcoal Gray. Designed in a classic crewneck style, this t-shirt layers well under sweatshirts, button-downs, and more, making it a versatile piece in your closet. Plus, its longer length allows it to be worn tucked in or out for different occasions. Made from breathable pure cotton fabric for flexible and comfy wear, this t-shirt pairs easily with a range of bottoms for different looks.
The game of basketball can't be played solo. You need a team. And just like basketball is nothing without a team, our community is nothing without our LGBTQ+ friends. Part of the adidas Pride collection, these shoes combine inspiration from the hardwood with messages of love. Reminders you can take with you anywhere.
Adidas is actively supporting Athlete Ally, an organization that advocates for LGBTQ inclusion in sports.
There's no question that love unites us. That it makes us stronger, and feel more connected. Part of the adidas Pride pack, these adidas Nizza shoes celebrate our LGBTQ+ community, who continue to lead the way in truth, expression and love. The canvas upper flashes "LOVE" on one side and "UNITES" on the other. A hangtag says the same thing, which you can iron onto the shoes or other clothes.
Adidas is actively supporting Athlete Ally, an organization that advocates for LGBTQ inclusion in sports.
Apple released two new Pride bands this year, as well as a new Pride watch face.
In support of the LGBTQ+ community, Apple released two new Apple Watch Pride bands, as well as a new Pride watch face for its users.
The brand supports a number of LGBTQ+ advocacy organizations, including Encircle (which offers safe spaces for LGBTQ youth, young adults, and families), the National Center for Transgender Equality (which is committed to social justice advocacy for transgender humans), and others.
- This cool brooch is just one of 17 pieces in this year's Banana Republic limited-edition Pride collection.
- PRIDE 2021: Over the last four years, Banana Republic has donated $240,000 to help the LGBTQ+ community and is proud to continue their partnership with the United Nations Free & Equal Campaign for LGBTQ+ equality.
A line of tees, denim, and accessories with a call you can’t ignore: Respect all pronouns. Because to use someone’s pronouns is to see how they move through the world.
In support of this collection, Levi’s® makes an annual donation to OutRight Action International, working to advance human rights for LGBTQIA+ people all over the world. Our annual donation helps support their work year-round.
Zenni is celebrating Pride 2021 with its 2021 Pride collection, which features frames starting from $12.95 and 8 options to choose from (including a pair for kids). Proceeds from the sale go to benefit the It Gets Better Project, a nonprofit organization that seeks to empower LGBTQ+ youth around the world, and Zenni has a year-round partnership.
Zenni also partners with and donates to causes such as the No Hate Tour, a program in support of an Anti-Defamation League (ADL) education initiative that empowers students, staff, and family members to promote positive school climates and take a stand against hate and bullying.
Make a statement with the 40-ounce four-wick Estate Candle. Each Estate Candle is custom made with your favorite LEHMANN DESIGN HAUS fragrance.
Lehmann Design Haus is an LGBTQ-owned luxury scent design haus that has been creating scented ambiance since 2016.
In honor of Pride Month, we're donating 10% of our profits to The Trevor Project.
A line of tees, denim, and accessories with a call you can’t ignore: Respect all pronouns. Because to use someone’s pronouns is to see how they move through the world.
In support of this collection, Levi’s® makes an annual donation to OutRight Action International, working to advance human rights for LGBTQIA+ people all over the world. Our annual donation helps support their work year-round.
Spread joy with every step in the Pride Chuck Taylor sneaker from Converse. The iconic high-top silhouette gets a good-vibes-only update with rainbow stripes and a matching multicolor sole, making this the perfect pair for celebrating love all year long!
The Unity Collection by Toms features footwear, as well as other fun accessories.
The Toms Unity Collection features a variety of colorful footwear, sunglasses, and more. The company gives ⅓ of its net profits to grassroots organizations and supports the LGBTQ community all year round by giving to various groups, including Brave Trails, a summer camp specifically dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ youth.
Give a fresh spin to your workout wear with the Vans Pride Muscle Tank. Crafted with heavy cotton jersey fabric, this tank top can be layered or worn alone for all-day comfort. The graphic at the front gives this overlock muscle tank top a trendy look that matches all your outfits. Pump up your workouts with the Vans Pride Muscle Tank.
Show your pride in this classic slip-on emblazoned with messages celebrating love, unity, and acceptance.
Vans Pride Collection Short Sleeve Tee
Check out our Disney Pride Guide.
Disney has pledged to support nearly a dozen domestic and international LGBTQ organizations, including ARELAS, a Spanish association offering resources to trans youth, as well as Nijiiro Diversity, a nonprofit organization in Japan focused on reducing LGBTQ+ discrimination in the workplace, among others. It’s the perfect way to support the LGBTQ+ community and your love of Disney.
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