Get your hands on quirky Pride-themed brooches and badges

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Frida's spirit

While the artist, Diti Mistry, may not have modelled this brooch after Frida Kahlo, it certainly evokes the spirit of the legendary Mexican painter, who was openly bisexual. She describes this particular brooch as a symbol of equal rights and living with dignity. It is handmade using textile surplus.
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Subtle support

It doesn't always have to be a rainbow! This is a handmade badge made by queer artist Shriya Uday, who runs a small business through their Instagram profile. They make a slew of artworks that can be worn, or showcased as décor. From bespoke cross-stitch badges to crochet dolls, they take commissions for other artwork, too, including embroidery pieces, and even digital art.
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Instagram: @shriyaaarghart

Rare representation

Spotting the intersex symbol is quite rare even at Pride parades. The symbol represents a far-less-discussed community and stands for around 1.7 per cent of the world's population. But they are often stigmatised. If you know an intersex person, consider gifting them this badge. Other rare Pride and queer-themed badges are on their site.
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Intersectionality matters

Queer and neurodivergent? There's representation for you too, with this badge from the online store, Lavender Expressions. Studies suggest that around 15 to 20 per cent of people worldwide exhibit some form of neurodiversity. The website is run by folks from the queer community and offers a wide range of Pride and LGBTQI+-themed items.
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Flag your pride

This Mumbai and Bengaluru-based business is also run by a queer artist through Instagram. These mini crochet Pride flag pins are just one of the many of their creations, which include crochet keychains, earrings, and crochet "desk buddies"
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Instagram: @tinieknits