Who doesn’t love a graphic t-shirt? Queer screenwriter and illustrator Luc Latulippe (he/him) creates his own t-shirt designs “inspired by old cartoons and comics, science fiction, BDSM and gay porn and iconography 1970s and 80s,” the website reads. Queer streetwear to empower everyone and exclude no one! The POC-owned queer brand makes quality inclusive streetwear, from t-shirts and sweaters to tote bags and stickers to hats and pins. The scrubs are made locally in small batches. couldn’t find any scrubs that meet these requirements. The idea for this slow fashion label was born when Nicole realized there was a need for scrubs that were both stylish and functional after Nicole’s wife, Marissa, who works as a nurse, failed. We’ve rounded up a few local businesses to support, from clothing to accessories and more! Nima Clothing In a city that loves local shopping as much as it prides itself, there are plenty of 2SLGBTQAI+ owned businesses to support during Pride season.
There’s plenty to be proud of, and the city celebrates queer pride with so many events (so many, in fact, we’ve put together a mega list of Pride events!).
Vancouver is home to a fabulous and widespread queer community, with many drag shows, queer creatives and local businesses for and by 2SLGBTQAI+ individuals.