Every year, throughout June as a symbol of solidarity, rainbow flags are flown freely around the world. These rainbow flags are, of course, a symbol of Pride – a recognition and celebration of the LGBTQ+ community.
The rainbow flag is a symbol of the LGBTQ+ movement and today, in celebration of Pride month we’re taking a closer look at the rainbow stripes, the meaning of each color and some sensational scents to match.
The History of the Rainbow Flag
The Rainbow Flag was created in 1978 by Gilbert Baker, an openly gay San Francisco based artist and drag queen, who was urged by local activist Hervey Milk to design a symbol for their community. The first version of Baker’s flag, which he revealed for the first time at the San Francisco Gay Freedom Day parade on June 25th, 1978, featured eight colored stripes, with each color having a unique meaning.
The Colors:
Red Represents Life
At the top of the flag sits the red stripe representing life. The LGBTQ+ community, amongst many other things, stands for unity and acceptance.
Polo Red is inspired by the need for speed and a man's love of fast luxury classic cars. This daring spicy woody fragrance is for the competitive, adventurous man who thrives on the thrill of the chase. Polo Red is a spicy, adrenaline pumping, fiery fresh, just out of the shower scent.
Orange Represents Healing
Pride may be one of the most joyous events in the calendar, but it also serves as a reminder of how far the community has come. The orange stripe represents healing, and for those within the LGBTQ+ community, this meaning will sit close to their hearts. There are many ways in which people seek to elevate a healing process, but we fragrance fans, we often turn to the powers of aromatherapy.
Citrus notes can alleviate feelings of happiness and reduce moments of stress, so this Pride, we will be reaching for Summer Festival, an irresistibly fruity-floral scent that is the living memory of fun in the sun.
Yellow Represents Sunlight
The beautiful and bright yellow doesn’t just mean sunlight, it has a second message too – it encourages people to come out, be themselves and to come out of the shadows. This poignant message needs a bright, illuminating scent to accompany it, so we have selected Versace's Yellow Diamond.
One spritz of Yellow Diamond by Versace and you'll know why they say diamonds are a girl's best friend. It's an ideal scent for wearing anytime you want to feel glamorous and sophisticated. This sensual and sultry scent opens with juicy notes of pear sorbet and lemon before revealing a floral heart of mimosa and orange blossom that is reinforced by a lush precious musk base.
Green Represents Nature
The color green and nature go hand in hand, and for outdoor enthusiasts, there is nothing like layering yourself with an earthy scent to help you feel closer to mother nature. A few sprays of Polo Intense will envelop you in masculine accords.
A classic for a new generation. Reinvented with a fresh intensity, the masculine blend of fresh grapefruit and cooling sage is balanced with the signature smooth tones of intense patchouli
Blue Represents Serenity
At Pride, everyone is welcome; the sounds of music, laughter and love fill the streets! There is an overwhelming sense of community, unity, and vibrancy. With this feeling comes harmony and serenity, and the vital stripe of blue.
A dive into the blue depths of the ocean Prada Luna Rossa Ocean is the new masculine fragrance from Prada, built on a conviction that with technology as an extension of humanity, we can push beyond our limits, imagine beyond possibility and open new horizons.
Violet Represents Spirit
The spirit of Pride is magical; it’s an opportunity to reconnect with friends, meet new people, stand side by side with a community, a chance to remember the past which paved the way for LGBTQ+ people of today. And of course, it’s a reminder to love yourself and love others too!
Our last scent, to represent the spirit, is Invictus Victory by Paco Rabanne. Top notes are Pink Pepper and Lemon; middle notes are Lavender and Olibanum; base notes are Vanilla, Tonka Bean and Amber.
A fragrance that inspires you to conquer the day, be fearless, be victorious and to awaken the very best version that lives inside you!
Shop now with confidence for the fragrance that best fits your preferences and personality.
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