Pride Month – 10 Brilliant Pride-Inspired Home Ideas
EDITORIAL USE ONLY Loreen at the spray bar experience at The Attitude PRIDE awards supported by Magnum. Picture date: Thursday June 22, 2023. PA Photo. The Attitude PRIDE awards are supported by Magnum, with four winners being recognised for their outstanding contributions to the LGBTQ plus society. This year's winners include Loreen, Munroe Bergdorf, Barbara Butch, and Victoria Canal. Photo credit should read: David Parry/PA Wire
June has finally arrived, and along with the lighter nights and warmer weather (hopefully!) comes the time to celebrate pride month. This is a great opportunity to rethink your home décor and add in those valuable nods to the LGBTQ+ community.
Below, interior design expert Zoe Warren at PriceYourJob.co.uk goes over a range of brilliant pride-inspired home ideas.
Whether your style is bold and outlandish or more subtle and minimalist, there are ideas here to suit every taste and enable you to proudly show your support during Pride Month and beyond!
Embrace Rainbow Accents
Rainbows are synonymous with pride, and incorporating them into your home is a fantastic way to show your support. When it comes to celebrating, many of us will proudly hang the rainbow flag, but why not go beyond that and bring a splash of rainbow colours to your everyday décor?!
Consider adding soft furnishings such as rainbow-striped cushions, colourful throws, vibrant rugs, and even smaller accessories such as tea towels and oven gloves. Mix and match different shades and textures to add depth and create a cheerful and inviting atmosphere.
Add Elegant Pride Touches
If you prefer a more understated approach, there are still plenty of ways to incorporate the rainbow elements of pride into your home without overwhelming the space. Rainbow-coloured candles or vases as accents on shelves and coffee tables are a stunning touch and get the message across.
Another great idea is to create displays with just pops of rainbow amongst black and white or other neutral colours. This could be through photographs, ornaments, or even as an accent wallpaper.
Display Meaningful Art and Prints
Artwork and prints hung strategically around your home have a huge impact on displaying your support for pride. Whether you go for a feature gallery wall or different prints dotted around, look for those produced by LGBTQ+ artists or that reflect love within the community, for example, printed quotes.
You can find a wide range of pride-themed artwork online or in vintage art stores that will not only add beauty but show your contribution to a more inclusive and equal society. Consider framing them in simple, modern frames to create a cohesive and stylish look.
Set a Pride-Themed Table
There are a multitude of ways to celebrate Pride Month, one being a pride-themed dinner party to entertain guests and share your appreciation and support. Use rainbow-coloured plates, napkins, and cutlery to create a bright, fun, and celebratory atmosphere.
You can also include extra small touches such as pride-inspired centrepieces and decorative rainbow glasses and straws. These details are sure to be a hit with your guests and show them that you have put a lot of thought and care into creating a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Create a Welcoming Festive Garden
After your pride-themed dinner, why not extend the party outdoors or even have a whole-day garden party? Add pride decorations to your garden or patio to create the perfect welcoming and festive atmosphere for summer gatherings.
Hang rainbow-coloured string lights and bunting and plant colourful flowers to really get the celebration going. You could even get super creative and paint rainbow flowerpots, create pride-themed windchimes, or build a small rainbow garden using colourful stones and plants.
Create an Outdoor Cinema
Another great use of your well-decorated outdoor space is to create an outdoor cinema to showcase LGBTQ+ movies and TV shows for your friends. This can easily be achieved by placing a large projector screen, perfect for those warm June evenings.
Create a cosy seating area with beanbags and, rainbow cushions and throws. You could even paint small wooden tables in rainbow colours – these will be ideal for housing your drinks and snacks! This is sure to be a memorable night for guests and be very thought-provoking if you select the right media to watch.
Showcase Books and Magazines
Books and magazines are another wonderful form of media that can really deepen your understanding of the history and current affairs of the LGBTQ+ community. Purchasing magazines containing articles on important issues, strong figures in the community, or books written by authors who belong is a great way to show support.
There are various ways to display these pieces in your home, and a shelf or bookcase dedicated to the subject adorned with rainbow accents is a great way to start building your collection. Magazines also look great scattered on coffee tables and can be a great way to strike up conversations about important topics with family and guests.
Add Subtle Symbolism
We have discussed a lot about how you can add brightly coloured rainbow patterns and bold décor into your home, but sometimes, just the smallest touches can have a big impact and represent your commitment to pride.
You can incorporate items such as small figurines, candles, or planters that have subtle LGBTQ+ symbols. Hearts are a great option as they are historically known to represent pride but may also match nicely with other colours and decorative features in your space.
Illuminate with Pride
Lighting is always key in creating the ambience you desire and will certainly play a big role in filling your home with feelings of pride. LED lights that can be dimmed and change colour are great for creating a room that feels like you have stepped inside a joyous rainbow.
Small neon accents are also great for adding fun lighting to a room, and you can get these in a variety of shapes, such as rainbows or quotes like “love is love”. They look great fitted onto walls or placed on shelves and can be surrounded with coloured fairy lights for that extra glow.
Get Creative with DIY Décor
To really show your care for pride, getting crafty and creating your own decorations is perfect! A simple DIY project could involve creating colourful garlands to hang around the room or painting a plain wooden picture frame with rainbow stripes.
If you are feeling really ambitious, you could even try painting your own wall hanging or making a tie-dye tablecloth. These handmade touches provide a fun and therapeutic project to work on and will add a personal and unique element to your décor.
Final Thoughts
Whether you are hosting a pride gathering or simply want to fill your living space with symbols of love and inclusivity, a few thoughtful decorations can make all of the difference. Of course, showing your appreciation for pride extends beyond décor and should last all year round, so make this pride month your time to explore how you can actively support your local LGBTQ+ community.
Happy pride month, all!
ZOE WARREN: Zoe Warren has worked as an interior design expert for over 10 years. Zoe is skilled at creating beautiful home designs and can work with a range of budgets to suit the homeowner. In addition, Zoe also provides expert interior design tips and advice for PriceYourJob.co.uk, and her tips have been published in a range of leading press publications.
