The Best Pride Shirts to Wear All Summer Long

It’s Pride Month, which means cities are welcoming a time for celebrations—and once again, graphic T-shirts are having a major moment, particulary in showing one's own pride or solidarity with the queer community.

From protest to party, the humble tees has long been a canvas for self-expression, especially within the LGBTQIA+ community. This year, statement tees are taking center stage with bold messages of love, resistance, and identity. One standout? The now-iconic "Protect the Dolls" tee, which has quickly become a viral symbol of allyship and solidarity. Worn by the likes of Troye Sivan, Addison Rae, and Pedro Pascal, the shirt doesn’t just nod to queer culture—it actively defends it.

Graphic tees have always carried weight in fashion history. In the 1960s and ’70s, they were used to amplify anti-war sentiments and political movements. By the 1980s and 1990s, designers like Katharine Hamnett transformed them into runway-ready protest wear. At the same time, queer communities have adopted the format to celebrate identity and challenge stigma—whether through slogans like “Silence = Death” during the AIDS crisis or club-kid statements in underground scenes. Today, they’re part of and carry on that legacy.

In 2025, designers across the spectrum—from independent labels to heritage brands—are launching Pride-themed tees that blend aesthetics with advocacy. Whether it’s reclaiming language, spotlighting safe spaces, or donating proceeds to LGBTQIA+ causes, these shirts are both fashion and statement. And during a time when visibility matters more than ever, a graphic tee can speak volumes.

Below, our favorite designer-made Pride T-shits to wear all summer long and beyond.

LaQuan Smith’s Pride graphic tee reads “Butch Queen. Fem Queen. Trade.” Inspired by the 1990 documentary Paris is Burning, it’s a playful, cheeky take with rainbow-colored text that is an intentional ode to Black queer people in particular.

Pride T-Shirt, $100, LaQuan Smith

Worn by celebrities like Addison Rae, Pedro Pascal, Troye Sivan, and more, this graphic tee by Conner Ives is one of the most popular graphic tees available right now. Well, kind of available. The shirt, which is a statement in support of trans people and trans rights, is available for pre-orders only, but it's worth the wait.

Protect The Dolls Shirt, $101, Conner Ives

Willy Chavarria partnered with Tinder and the Human Rights Campaign to launch a shirt that stays true to its ethos while making a bold statement within the queer community—perfect for Pride Month and everyday wear, even beyond June.

Willy Chavarria x Tinder T Shirt, $160, Willy Chavarria

In a fun graphic design, Levi's declares, "United for Freedom Our Diversity is Our Strength." In support of this collection, Levi’s makes an annual $100,000 donation to Outright International, a global organization working to advance human rights for LGBTQIA+ people all over the world.

Pride Community Shirt, $30, Levi's