No rainbow capitalism or pinkwashing here! Nothing screams pride 3-6-5 more than putting LGBTQ+ coins back into LGBTQ+ pockets.
Maybe a loved one recently came out to you or you have an LGBTQ+ coworker you want to be an amazing ally to. Maybe you’re LGBTQ+ yourself and find it hard to find affirming gifts that are your style or for your other queer friends. Not to worry, we’ve gone ahead and done the work for you – now all you have to do is shop! And that’s the fun part, right?
In this gift guide you will find a diverse list of our favorite LGBTQIA+ owned small businesses to shop from every month of the year. That’s right- each and every one of the brands included in this guide are LGBTQ+ owned! So, whether for pride season, the holidays, birthdays, or special occasions, this list will have you covered. They are in no particular order – each and every one is a great business with even greater people behind it so make sure you scroll through to the end!
1. It’s Chris and Alex’s Bonfire Store
Lesbian, pansexual, and women owned
Check out our Rainbow Love and Support Your Local Drag apparel campaigns, for the every day gay or person who loves a little color in their lives! 50% of proceeds from our Support Your Local Drag line will be donated towards Drag Story Hour. If you snag an item, make sure you tag us on our Instagram wearing it so we can re-share!
https://www.bonfire.com/store/itschrisandalex/
2. Pride flags SD
Queer owned
Maddy is truly an MVP of our LGBTQ+ community. If you’ve seen us wave a pride flag in the past few years, it’s more than likely a Pride Flags SD creation. They create hand‑sewn, custom pride flags in various sizes and representative of various identities! The quality and durability also makes it great for flagpoles, front porches, and running around pride events. Just make sure you’re a good queer and you iron yours.
3. Wander Free and Queer Designs
Queer and women owned
Allie and Danella are crochet queens who put their hearts into each piece they create. Their handmade Wander Free and Queer crochet pieces include everything from headbands, cowls, beverage koozies, cotton pads, garlands, ornaments, wall hangings, and coasters! You’ll also be happy to know that they can accommodate discreet packaging.
https://www.etsy.com/shop/WanderFreeAndQueer
4. SecondHand Stare
Plus size, lesbian, woman owned
Alysse is a fashionista and if you’ve ever dreamed of stealing some of her looks – this is your chance! She puts her heart and soul in curating secondhand, plus size clothing and accessories. In the Secondhand Stare shop, you will find sizes small ‑ 7x+! Most everything is under $40, including vintage pieces! Be sure to also check out her accessory sale for earrings, necklaces, bracelets, brooches, sunglasses, and more!
5. Chouette Designs
LGBTQ+ and women owned
Ashley was disheartned that she couldn’t herself wear the rings she was responsible for selling so she started creating a line of her own! She believes in “adornment for everyone” so she created a line of size inclusive jewelry. On the Chouette Designs site, you will find demi fine and custom jewelry and ring sizes that range from 4.5-15!
6. Small Victories
LGBTQ+ owned
Isa and Vincent found a way to combine environmental stewardship and illustration to create functional items. Their collection includes pronoun badges, seed cards, stickers, wood pins, etc! Every quarter they also donate 10% of our profits to ecological and LGBTQ+ organizations that support the communities and environment that Small Victories depends on!
7. Gay Pride Apparel
Queer and Mexican-American owned
For years Sergio and Jesus have been hard at work creating fun and affirming LGBTQ+ apparel, accessories, and home goods. Gay Pride Apparel has been featured on NBC, ABC News, Buzzfeed, and have had their merchandise go mainstream and be distributed in Walmart stores! They also routinely partner with nonprofits and LGBTQ+ artists, promoting acceptance and equality for all! Take solace knowing that your order will arrive in discreet packaging!
8. Queer Candle Co.
Queer owned
Ab and Al know how to invigorate the senses! Queer Candle Co. makes their soy wax candles with homegrown herbs and flowers! We’ve purchased many scents over the years and each one fills a room. When you run out, fret not because they have DIY refill kits available, or you can choose a thrifted candle container from their collection. Feel good knowing 10% of monthly earnings are donated to the Sylvia Rivera Law Project.
9. Good Judy
LGBTQ+ and woman owned
Laura has curated shopping you can feel good about! Good Judy’s vendors are mostly women, BIPOC, and/or LGBTQ+ owned and operated. You’ll find fun, unique, accessories, and gifts. Your money goes the extra mile since 10% of the profits from each sale goes to non‑profit orgs supporting women’s empowerment, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, furry friends, and people in need.
10. Gay Awakening Coffee
Queer and womxn owned
Nicole and Jen believe in quality coffee for quality humans. Gay Awakening‘s coffee has fun names like “Drag Bean” and “Cheers Queers!”. Whether you choose to buy coffee beans or ground coffee, it’s all 100% certified organic coffee! We all know a queer who loves to be caffeinated, so why not send some gay coffee their way!
https://www.gayawakeningcoffee.com/
11. Meg Emiko Art
Asian American and trans non‑binary owned
Meg is a neurodivergent, trans nonbinary, artist and activist who put their heart and soul into a self‑produced line of affirming apparel, stickers, and pins! A percentage of net profits are donated directly to trans’ folk’s surgery funds from many of their products. Be sure to check out their Etsy for an even wider selection of products!
12. Rainbow Certified
Women and queer owned
Sarah and Rachael create fun and imaginative pride and LGBTQ+ apparel and accessories! Rainbow Certified has everything from swimwear, footwear, activewear, pins, stickers, and ornaments in every identity. Any of their products will be sure to add some color and affirmation to your life or the lives of your loved ones!
13. Mud Witch
Queer, POC, Mexican / Japanese owned
Viviana is a self proclaimed “chubby potter making chubby pottery”. They mold beautiful, colorful, and functional pottery. Their shop also boasts a collection that ranges from vases and planters, to mugs, cups, and bowls. Stay tuned to Mud Witch’s socials to check for their product drop days where you can snag a piece of your own!
14. Dapper Boi
LGBTQ+ and women owned
Vicky and Charisse created a solution to a need. Experiencing a lack of clothing that fit gender nonconforming bodies, Dapper Boi took a chance to invest in a gender neutral, everyday clothing line for everybody and every body! You’ll find affirming fits for androgynous folks and those who are used to shopping both sides of the clothing aisle. One of our favorite features is their button-down shirts that have a snap near the chest to prevent gapping! Dapper Boi was featured on Shark Tank.
15. Taylor Patrick
Black, woman, queer owned
Taylor Patrick uses her hands to make stuff that you need in your life! Jewelry, tags, hardware, phone cases, bracelets, and hand-stamped goodies galore! Taylor can help you build out a key ring that will turn heads. She can also do personalized or custom pieces so don’t hesitate to reach out to Taylor Patrick!
16. Doodle Gems
Lesbian and woman owned
Gabi’s doodles are works of art. She illustrates stickers, magnets, keychains, and also does illustrated commissions! Additionally, Doodle Gems has an ongoing collaboration with Casetify if you or your loved one’s phone/airpods case could be a little gayer.
https://www.etsy.com/shop/DoodleGemsArt
17. Red Parka
Women and queer owned
Jennifer and Tracy blend Tasmanian design with the celebration of animals, nature, and diversity of our world. Red Parka features a wide selection of children’s books, art, pottery, homewares, keychains, tote bags, pronoun pins, tea towels, cushion covers, patches, etc! Additionally, make sure to check out their Yay Gay Pride collection! Either way, a whopping 50% of profits are donated to charities that help protect the planet, animals, and promote equality and human rights.
18. Queer Gear
Queer and women owned
Sarah and Alex make things for you to put in your closet after you come out of it! Queer Gear has a collection of apparel and accessories made by queers for queers. You can feel good knowing a portion of proceeds also benefit the Okra Project!
19. Rainbow Print Co
Woman and queer owned
Kara wants you to feel and your loved ones to feel seen and loved! Rainbow Print Co. has created a collection of home decor, apparel, and accessories that reflect LGBTQ+ identities and families, even the littlest ones in the bunch! Deck out your home or yourself with her goodies!
https://www.rainbowprintco.com/
20. Gaby & Tali
LGBTQ+ owned
Gaby and Tali are the masters of creating designs that will make others do a double take. Gaby & Tali‘s collection features cheeky and empowering fashion, accessories, and decorations for the LGBTQ+ community. You’ll also find cards, ornaments, matching shirts for the family, and more on their Etsy!
https://www.etsy.com/shop/GabyandTali
21. Dash of Pride
Lesbian and woman owned
Jenna takes the heteronormative wedding industry by storm by creating LGBTQ+ wedding and special event supplies and decor! From wedding invites to cake toppers to cufflinks and vow books, Dash of Pride can help you celebrate your love, your way. 1% of net profits are donated to hand-picked charities on a regular basis.
https://dashofpride.com/
22. Hello Muka
Asian and Queer owned
Four artists and lifelong friends banded together to make the world a little more diverse, one design at a time! Based out of Ontario, Canada, they believe that diversity should be respected and celebrated. Hello Muka designs are among the most cute, creative, and representative accessories, enamel pins, earrings, clothing, and more!
23. Only Human
LGBTQ+ and woman owned
Bree is human, like you! Her brand Only Human covers apparel, stickers, and hats that plead to the humanity in all of us. Each month, 10% of profits are donated to support a cause that is helping make humans better, and over 60 different non-profits have been supported thus far!
24. Woxer
Woman, Latin, and LGBTQ+ owned
Alexandra felt unseen and disempowered by the underwear choices available to them so they created Woxer. Woxer is underwear for every body, every day, and every mood. They are ethically made, fiercely inclusive, defined by community, and super soft. Woxer boxers come in 3 different lengths and are also available in a classic and bikini version. What’s a better gift than comfortable and stylized underwear rooted in gender equity?
25. Refuse to Conform Clothing
LGBTQ+ owned
Charlie designs genderless clothing to help folks embrace and express their individuality. It’s hard to not feel empowered in her clothing with such bold designs that make a statement! Refuse to Conform also has ultra-heavy anxiety hoodies that utilize the same sensation of wearing a weighted blanket for those of us who want to wear a hug.
https://refusetoconformclothing.co.uk
26. Nona Vegan
Queer, woman owned
Kailey is a sauce boss who cooks up her Italian Nona’s recipes that she made with her late mother, but makes them plant-based for all to enjoy! Nona Vegan‘s sauces range from Bolognese, Rosé, Cheesy, Alfredo Style, and Carbonara and all are truly a gift for the tastebuds! They are each also gluten-free, kosher, keto friendly, and available in certain stores and online delivery like GFTO It’s Vegan, Cornershop, and Vegan Supply.
https://nonavegan.com/
27. This is Our Apparel
Queer and woman owned
Georgina specializes in simplistic and fashionable embroidered designs that are LGBTQ+ centered and genderless. Since 2017, they’ve created beautifully embroidered apparel that’s meant not only for Pride, but every day of the year. Though based in the UK, Our Apparel ships worldwide!
28. Brandy Mars Designs
Lesbian and woman owned
Brandy creates art from the woman-loving-woman gaze and includes those designs in the “gayest lil gift shop in all the land”! Check out the Brandy Mars collection for an assortment of items that include cards, posters, pillows, sweatshirts, yoga mats, etc! Her work has been featured in Vogue, Vanity Fair, The Toronto Star, World of Interiors, Georgia Straight, and Netflix.
https://brandymarsdesigns.com/
29. Thank you Ceramics
LGBTQ+ owned
Car creates functional ceramic art to make your home more authentically you! Breast hanging planters, incense holders, rings plates, and vases, are just some of carefully crafted things you’ll find from the Thank You Ceramics shop. If you find yourself in the Bay Area, Car’s designs are on permanent collection at the Queer Arts Featured gallery.
https://thankyouceramics.shop/
30. Twin Wives
Queer owned
Erin and Alex realized that bold and bright rainbow Pride shirts didn’t feel like their authentic style, so Twin Wives Co got to work to create subtle and every day designs for lesbians and the LGBTQ+ community. Their color palettes might be low-key, but their designs and verbiage are anything but!
https://www.etsy.com/shop/TwinWivesCo
31. Love With Pride Apparel
Queer owned
Alexis creates harmony between queerness, nature, and minimalist design. Love with Pride‘s gender-neutral and sustainable clothing ranges from apparel, prints, accessories, and stickers with unique illustrations! 10% of all profits are donated to charities like Outright Action International, Planned Parenthood, and Tennessee Equality Project.
https://www.lovewithpride.net/
32. Lucky Skivvies
LGBTQ+, Black, and woman owned
Deisha created a brand for all bodies with their gender inclusive boxer briefs, sports tops, and loungewear! The briefs are available in 3” and 6”. We love the bold prints and bright colors that Lucky Skivvies has to offer and so do others since they’ve been featured in Nylon Magazine and Buzzfeed.
https://www.luckyskivvies.com/
33. Fox naturals
LGBTQ+ owned
Longtime couple Patrick and Lucas started making bars of soap as a hobby a decade ago. Since then, Fox Naturals has turned their pastime into a full-time skin care & fragrance apothecary, offering a range of all-natural products. Plus, if you find yourself along Wealthy Street in Grand Rapids, Michigan, their brick and mortar storefront is one of the most aesthetic spaces we’ve ever experienced.
34. Hey Mavens
Queer and woman owned
Annika creates cute and comfy undies and lingerie for ALL bodies. Her shop proudly carries sizes XXS-10X and features colorful prints and bright solids that will make you want to walk around in your underwear all day long. Hey Mavens products have also been featured on Buzzfeed, Refinery29, and more!
35. Automic Gold
Trans and indigenous owned
Al creates radically wearable fine jewelry from reclaimed gold in an inclusive range of sizes. Automic Gold can also create custom engagement and wedding pieces! Sustainability is one of the cornerstones of their business as all of their pieces are made from reclaimed metal. Likewise, all packaging is recyclable.
36. No Skips Card Game
Queer and South Asian owned
Akash created a card game to connect people in an inclusive way. No Skips is a brand-new, 150 card game that has questions with three levels of “intimacy”. The rules are simple – no skips! It’s an ideal way to do some icebreaking or connect on a deeper level with friends on a game night.
Lesbi-honest, rainbow gifts are perfect for any occasion. If you purchase from any of these of wonderful LGBTQ+ businesses in this gift guide, make sure you also tag them on social to give them the awareness that they deserve!