The influence of the LGBTQ+ community should not go unnoticed. Therefore, each June, we celebrate Pride Month. It’s a time to celebrate love, diversity, and inclusion with style and flair. One of the best ways to express your unique identity and show your support for the LGBTQ+ community is through fashion, and what better accessory to make a statement than a watch? Whether you’re looking for vibrant rainbow designs, subtle nods to pride, or elegant timepieces created under the name of LGBTQ+ fashion designers, in this guide there is something for everyone. So keep reading to discover our favourite watches for Pride Month celebrations!
Our Top 5 Watches for Pride Month Celebrations
Swatch Proudly Orange Orange Dial / Orange Silicone Strap SO29O700
Part of Swatch’s 2023 Pride collection, this watch acts as a reminder of the reasons as to why we celebrate Pride Month. The orange dial exhibits black Arabic numeral indices, black chunky hour and minute hands, and a slim apricot second hand. The word ‘Healing’ covers the length of the minute hand. While it reiterates the meaning behind the orange colour on the Pride flag, it also reminds us of past struggles and how we are acknowledging them now. The dial also features an apricot-coloured date and day aperture at 3 o’clock. An orange biosourced case with biosourced glass frames the dial. Measuring 41mm in diameter, the case ensures the watch is an inclusive size that anyone can wear. An orange silicone strap, with two special rainbow loops, secures the watch to the wrist. And when aligned, they make up the complete rainbow flag.
Powered by a reliable quartz movement, and with a water resistance practical for daily wear, this watch is the perfect accessory to wear during Pride Month celebrations. Warm and wonderful, it’s inviting atmosphere makes a bold statement on the wrist.
Guess Women’s Sol | Rainbow Glitter Dial | Rose Gold Stainless Steel Bracelet GW0483L3
Embracing the rainbow in its entirety, this Guess watch is a great option for those who want their wrist to sparkle and shine. Completely covered in glitter, the rainbow dial, with three sub-dials, features rose gold-tone hands and crystal-set indices. Further enhancing the glamourous appeal of the watch, a pink and white crystal-set bezel and a rose gold-tone stainless steel case frame the dial. The case measures 38mm in diameter, so the watch can be worn by a variety of people. However, the look will differ depending on each individual’s wrist size. Precise and reliable, a quartz movement powers the watch; it guarantees accurate timekeeping. A rose gold-tone stainless steel bracelet secures this Guess model. Although simple in design, it ensures that the attention of anyone passing by remains on the rainbow glitter dial.
It’s crystal clear that this watch is a great companion for Pride Month celebrations. No matter where or when you wear it, you’ll be rocking the rainbow in style!
Casio G-Shock Illumination City Limited Edition (51mm) Black Dial / Black Resin Strap MTG-B2000YR-1AER
If you’re after a more subtle rainbow look, why not embrace the urban tones of this Casio G-Shock? Inspired by the bright lights of the big city, this model features a multi-layered carbon frame that measures 51mm in diameter. Surrounding this is a rainbow ion-plated stainless steel bezel, and like the case, it frames the black dial. Said dial exhibits rainbow baton indices and hands, and for optimal readability, are both coated in Neobrite; which provides illumination in the dark. To showcase the watch’s great durability levels, a sapphire crystal protects the dial. Not only does this glass provide high clarity, but it provides the highest levels of scratch resistance. For ultimate comfort, a black resin strap secures the watch. More than what meets the eye, this watch also delivers full-on functionality. Amongst the many functions featured on the watch are a hand shift function, dual time, a date and weekday display and many more.
Thanks to its solar charging capabilities, this Casio is the ultimate accessory for pride parties. And although it has more of a subtle rainbow design, still celebrates the sophistication of colour.
Timex Womens Legacy Rainbow White Dial Two-Tone Stainless Steel Bracelet TW2V61600
A playful take on a traditional watch, the clean white dial of this Timex features 12 colourful baton indices. Each representing a different shade of the rainbow, they provide a fun contrast to the otherwise simple dial. The dial also features gold-tone hour, minute and second hands. A date and day aperture features at 3 o’clock, and although it takes up most of the position, to keep in with the colourful theme, a small yellow hour marker sits beside it. Mineral crystal glass protects the dial, so the watch withstands daily wear relatively well. Moreover, a fluted gold-tone bezel and a stainless steel case frame the dial. Measuring 36mm in diameter, the case not only houses the watch’s quartz movement, but locks in the 50 metres of water resistance that this model possesses. Complementing the bezel and case, the watch is finished with a a two-tone stainless steel bracelet. Its deployment clasp offers great security on the wrist.
Hyper-bright and ultra-fun, while this watch is perfect for Pride Month celebrations it is also well-suited for everyday wear. If you’re looking for a versatile timepiece that you can wear all year round, this Timex is the one for you!
Calvin Klein Men’s Distinguish (44mm) Green Dial / Stainless Steel Bracelet 25200441
While this Calvin Klein chronograph model has more of a refined design, it also has strong links to the pride flag; as green represents nature. The green dial, with three sub-dials, features silver-tone baton indices and hands. Depicting the date and the day, they greatly contribute to the overall functionality of the timepiece. Continuing with the minimal and clean aesthetic, a stainless steel case and bezel frame the dial. The case measures 44mm in diameter, so it suits a variety of different wrist sizes; appearing slightly different on each. And within this case lives the watch’s reliable quartz movement. A stainless steel bracelet with a deployment clasp concludes the design of this watch.
If bright colours and rainbows don’t appeal to you, there are other ways that you can wear a watch and show your support during Pride Month. There are various fashion designers, like Calvin Klein, who are part of the LGBTQ+ community. So by wearing a timepiece under their name, you are subtly showing your support.
What did you think of our favourite watches for Pride Month celebrations? Will you be wearing one throughout June? Let us know in the comments!
