Ever year in June cities and towns around the world come together to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community through Pride Fest. What began as a humble, small festival has grown to be something iconic that is celebrated universally. If you find yourself wanting to experience your first Pride this upcoming June, or you’re a seasoned veteran looking for some fashion inspiration, this is for you. Below is a list of outfits that will surely make you standout in the crowd, whether you’re just going to the festival or actually deciding to march in a Pride Fest parade.
Sweaters may seem like a weird choice for a summer festival but it can have it’s benefits when partnered with the right bottoms and the right material. If you find yourself wanting to rock a rainbow sweater look for one with thinner, breathable material. If you’re still concerned about overheating instead of wearing a pair of high waisted jeans instead pair your rainbow sweater with a pair of high waisted cut off shorts. Or you can be daring and find colorful hot pants, whichever fits your personality will surely make you look great.
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Rompers can be a hit or a miss, some will make you look very stylish while others will make you look like an oversized toddler. This rainbow romper on the other hand will have you looking very stylish and very unique.
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If you’re going to a Pride Fest last minute and don’t have time to prepare an elaborate outfit instead take the opportunity to utilize accessories. With the right accessories a simple tank and shorts outfit will make you stand out. Consider wearing a brightly colored flower crown on your hair to show your support for the LGBTQ+ community, plus it will help keep your hair out of your face on a hot June day.
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If you’re not someone who lies to stand out too much but would still like to look unique during your pride fest consider wearing a pair of rainbow suspenders. What’s nice with these is that they’ll go with relatively anything you plan on wearing, whether that be a skirt, jeans, pants, shorts or even probably a pair of leggings.
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Dresses are great and all until you realize you have no place to put your phone, wallet or other necessities. If you don’t want to lug around a backpack or a purse, and for safety reasons some Pride Fest’s may not even allow you to have a large bag consider wearing a fanny pack. What was once a shameful accessory from the 80s these waist purses have made a serious comeback with the amount of festivals that are held around the year. A fanny pack will guarantee you won’t lose your purse or backpack by setting it down and a clear one will also surely pass through security.
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Pairing a crop top with a pair of high waisted jeans will give you the freedom of showing a lot skin on top but will also give you coverage on the bottom.
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Pairing a rainbow sweater over a bodycon dress may seem a bit much, but it’s perfect for Pride Fest.
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This look is not for the faint of heart. Pride Fest is a perfect opportunity to go all out and let your inner showstopper take the stage. A rainbow bodysuit may be daring but it will not only keep you cool it will make a statement as well. If you’re a little wary about the coverage a full on bodysuit can give you consider wearing a pair of skin colored tights underneath.
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