As we celebrate Pride Month, we are excited to highlight five LGBTQIA+ owned fashion brands that are paving the way for a more inclusive and sustainable industry by challenging societal norms and defying traditional gender stereotypes and beauty standards.
Coco and Breezy Eyewear
Founded in 2009 by twin sisters Corianna and Brianna Dotson, Coco and Breezy offers a beautiful collection of eyewear that merges bold design with high-quality craftsmanship. What sets Coco and Breezy apart is their focus on inclusivity and empowerment. Through their eyewear, Coco and Breezy foster a sense of confidence, encouraging wearers to boldly express themselves and challenge societal expectations.
Boy Smells
Founded by partners Matthew Herman and David Kien in 2015, Boy Smells celebrates the beauty of diversity and challenges traditional gender norms through their uniquely crafted scents. With a commitment to inclusivity and self-expression, Boy Smells offers a wide range of gender-fluid fragrances and candles that break free from conventional fragrance stereotypes, blending masculine and feminine notes. In 2017, the duo launched their first collection of intimate apparel, Unmentionables, which is a line of "genderful" intimate wear. The brand uses the term "genderful" as it represents their commitment to celebrating and embracing all genders, going beyond the idea of genderlessness.
Shop: https://boysmells.com/
LoveSeen
LovesSeen is a trailblazing makeup brand that celebrates natural beauty and self-expression. Founded by makeup artist Laura Wass, LovesSeen offers a collection of ethically crafted false eyelashes, catering to diverse eye shapes and sizes. With a commitment to inclusivity and quality, LovesSeen empowers individuals to enhance their unique features and embrace their own natural beauty.
Shop: https://loveseen.com/
Brandon Blackwood
Founded by designer Brandon Blackwood, the brand offers a stunning collection of handbags and accessories that make a statement. With notable creations like the "End Systemic Racism" bag, Brandon Blackwood uses fashion as a powerful tool to address and challenge societal issues.
K.ngsley
Kingsley Gbadegesin, a first-generation Nigerian-American based in New York, is dedicated to advancing liberation for the Black community, the Queer community, and People of Color. With a background working for prestigious fashion houses such as Versace, Celine, and Loewe, he has channeled his expertise and passion into founding K.NGSLEY, which seeks to reclaim and redefine the Black, Queer, and Femme body. Through his activism and the creation of K.NGSLEY, Kingsley aims to provide the tangible and direct support that communities need today, while contributing to the building of a country, culture, and future that uplifts and does justice to the people that built the United States and its culture in the first place.
Shop: https://k.ngsley.com/
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