Asexual (Ace) Pride Flag Lapel Pin
✍️ The Design: Created in August 2010 by an Asexual Visibility and Education Network (AVEN) user named Standup, this design emerged from a grassroots community contest aimed at establishing a unifying symbol for the asexual community.
The layout features four simple, equal horizontal stripes of black, grey, white, and purple. It turned out to be so instantly recognizable that the color scheme leaked into general pop culture almost overnight.
Every stripe carries direct identity significance within the community spectrum.
🖤 The black stripe represents asexuality,
🩶 The grey stripe stands for grey-asexuality and demisexuality (which also has it's own flag)
🤍 The white stripe represents all allies and non-asexual partners,
💜 The purple stripe signifies the overall asexual community as a whole.
Pin Specs:
- Hard enamel construction with smooth, durable finish
- Rubber backing keeps it secure on fabric
- Compact size (.8" wide x .5" tall) fits any usage
Why Pins Matter: In spaces where flying a flag isn't possible—office dress codes, travel, professional conferences—this pin lets you show up as you are. It's a conversation starter, a signal of solidarity, and a daily reminder of the progress we're still fighting for.
Wear it for Pride Month, National Coming Out Day, or every single Tuesday. Pair it with our pronoun pin set for maximum impact.
THE "FOR GOOD" PART
- Hard Enamel (doesn't look cheap)
- Rubber backer
- Vibrant rich color
This pin is ready for sticking onto your lapel, backpack, jacket or anywhere else you can think of.
