The Meaning of Pride Flags
Pride flags are powerful symbols of identity, visibility, and inclusion. Each flag represents a distinct part of the LGBTQ+ community, with colours and designs that reflect lived experiences, history, and shared values. At Flagworld, we offer a wide range of Pride flags to support events, workplaces, schools, and year-round display.
Below is an overview of some of the most widely recognised Pride flags and their meanings.
Rainbow Pride Flag
First created in 1978, the Rainbow Pride Flag is the most recognised symbol of LGBTQ+ pride worldwide. Its colours represent diversity within the community, with the modern six-stripe version now commonly used across events and public spaces.
Bisexual Pride Flag
Introduced in 1998, the Bisexual Pride Flag features pink, purple, and blue stripes, representing attraction to the same gender, different genders, and more than one gender.
Transgender Pride Flag
Designed in 1999, the Transgender Pride Flag uses light blue, pink, and white to represent transgender people, those transitioning, and individuals who identify outside traditional gender binaries.
Asexual Pride Flag
Established in 2010, the Asexual Pride Flag includes black, grey, white, and purple stripes, representing asexuality, the asexual spectrum, allies, and community connection.
Pansexual Pride Flag
Introduced in 2010, the Pansexual Pride Flag uses pink, yellow, and blue to symbolise attraction regardless of gender, including attraction to women, men, and non-binary people.
Genderqueer Pride Flag
Designed in 2011, this flag features lavender, white, and green to represent genderqueer identities, neutrality, and identities outside the gender binary.
Genderfluid Pride Flag
Introduced in 2012, the Genderfluid Pride Flag combines pink, blue, purple, black, and white to reflect fluidity and change across gender expression and identity.
Intersex Pride Flag
Created in 2013, the Intersex Pride Flag features a purple circle on a yellow background, symbolising wholeness, autonomy, and freedom from traditional gender associations.
Aromantic Pride Flag
Introduced in 2014, this flag uses green, white, grey, and black stripes to represent aromantic identities and the spectrum of romantic attraction.
Progress Pride Flag
Designed in 2018, the Progress Pride Flag incorporates a chevron with colours representing transgender communities and people of colour, highlighting inclusion and ongoing progress.
Intersex-Inclusive Progress Pride Flag
Introduced in 2021, this version further expands the Progress Pride Flag by incorporating intersex symbolism, reinforcing visibility and inclusion.
At Flagworld, we manufacture high-quality Pride flags in Melbourne, using durable materials and careful craftsmanship. Whether displayed at parades, in workplaces, schools, community spaces, or as a permanent symbol of support, our Pride flags are made to be flown with respect, confidence, and longevity.