The abbreviation LGBT stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender. Introduced in the 1990s, it was created as a non-discriminatory way to describe people under these sexual orientations. Today, it’s widely used as an umbrella term encompassing gender identity and sexuality, and it has become part of mainstream culture.

Most people immediately think of the six-colour rainbow flag — red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple — originally designed by Gilbert Baker in 1978. The flag is a universal symbol of identity and support for the LGBT+ community.

Over time, new colour combinations have emerged to represent specific identities, allowing people to express their sexual orientation or gender identity more personally. 

LGBT+ Pride Colours & What They Mean 

Here’s a guide to some of the most common flags and colour combinations:

• • Black / Grey / White / Green – Agender (identifies as having no gender)
  • Orange / Yellow / White / Blue / Navy – Aroace (Aromantic + Asexual combined)
  • Green / White / Grey / Black – Aromantic (no romantic attraction)
  • Black / Grey / White / Purple – Asexual (no sexual attraction)
  • Pink / Purple / Blue – Bisexual
  • 6-Colour Rainbow – Gay
  • Pink / White / Purple / Black / Blue – Genderfluid (not limited to a single gender)
  • Purple / White / Green – Genderqueer (identifies with neither, both, or a combination of male / female genders)
  • Black / White – Heterosexual
    Shades of Pink – Lesbian
  • Green / Teal / Light Green / White / Sky Blue / Navy – MLM (Men who love men)
  • Yellow / White / Blue / Black – Nonbinary (not exclusively male or female)
  • Pink / Yellow / Blue – Pansexual (attracted to people of any gender)
  • Pink / Green / Blue – Polysexual (attracted to multiple genders)
  • Green / Brown / Blue – Sapiosexual (attracted to intelligence)
  • Blue / Pink / White – Transgender

These are just a few of the newer pride flags. There are many more variations covering the wide spectrum of sexual orientations and gender identities. For a full guide, check out LGBT Colour Gradients and Descriptions. 

Show Your Pride with Jewellery

Our LGBT+ jewellery range lets you express your identity or show support. From wristbands to bracelets and necklaces, there’s something for everyone. 

We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your feedback in the comments below, and let us know what new items you’d like to see in our collection. 

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