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Buzz Feed
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
24 Vibrant Pride Products To Show Your Support
A "Hella Queer" tank top you deserve to own not only because it's versatile and delightfully lightweight, but because we as a society have an obligation to make sure "hella" remains a valid unit of measurement. Psst — these were designed by a queer femme, with a company motto of "Queer merch for queers by queers!" The book Safe and Sound that'll help give you the confidence and new-found knowledge to tackle repairs (even as a renter) AND add some colorful cheer to your coffee table. You'll probably recognize the author Mercury Stardust — Trans Handy Ma'am — from TikTok and Instagram where she posts sooo many accessible, helpful DIY tips. A Chappell Roan–inspired baseball cap to make you a walking, talking karaoke invite as passers-by can't help but belt out "H-O-T-T-O-G-O." A set of rainbow wineglasses so you'll sip in style even if you're trying to budget by drinking Two-Buck Chuck. A retro-inspired "Queer Existence is Resistance" sticker to slap on your car, computer, water bottle, Kindle — you get the idea — wherever eyeballs will see it!!! 📢 A shaker of edible cocktail glitter, so just like Taylor Swift, you and your drinks can make the whole room ✨shiiiiiimmmerrrr.✨ Cheers to whipping the most fabulous bevs of the summer, my friend. Some *sick* press-on nails that'll have you ready for a month full of drag brunches, LGBTQ+ trivia nights, and pride parades. Keep the Etsy shop name on hand, because everyone will be asking where you got them!! Conscious Step dancing disco ball socks will also mean $1 goes to The Trevor Project, which, if you've never heard of it before, offers life-affirming services to LGBTQ+ young people, who are four times more likely to attempt suicide than their peers. Conscious Step has a committed annual gift to the organization of $40,000. A bunch of biodegradable holographic body glitter from BioGlitz that's giving "Absurd amounts of sparkle, but make it environmentally friendly." This stuff sticks and gleams like a dream *and* happens to be compostable, biodegradable, water safe, and sensitive skin-friendly, thanks to the plant-based formula. Polarized heart-shaped sunglasses with rainbow mirrored lenses for the finishing touch on the flawless outfits you've put together to wear while boppin' between Pride celebrations this month. An LGBTQ+ felt garland because handmade rainbows and hearts are way more fun than anything mass-produced. These hand-stitched cuties are stuffed for maximum charm and ready to turn any way into the VIP section. Little Miss Delicious is a woman-owned small business based in Newcastle, UK, that makes hand-stitched felt garlands, decorations, and cat review: "This garland was just what I needed as some pride decoration!. It's very well made, everything is neatly placed and sewn. I really can't wait to buy from them again!" —Natalie Vetack Get it from Little Miss Delicious for $43.90. A gemstone septum ring — an investment-worthy piece you'll be wearing from now until forever, because, unlike what your family said, your septum isn't "just a phase." A *limited* edition Caboodles x KimChiChic Beauty collab with four of the brand's vitamin E–infused Jumbo Queens multi-use makeup sticks and a sticker sheet to help you organize the nostalgic organizer as you please. Plus, a Trixie Cosmetics girl talk palette that'll channel the glittery chaos of your childhood sleepovers, but with way better blending skills. With names like "Little Sis," "Sugar Rush," and "Whatever," this 12-pan vegan palette is practically daring you to throw on a nostalgic lewk and text your crush in Comic Sans. Promising review: "I've been using it for work every day, the pigment is incomparable, the wearability is 12+ hours without even a smudge or loss of color. All the colors, all the different combinations you can do is really sensational. It's so fun, you can do a really refined basic look with a lil pop of color or get ready for a festival with an explosion of color. Love Love LOVE." —Mylea HarangozoGet it from Trixie Cosmetics for $15 (originally $45). Wildfang's beloved Essential Button Up you can grab in MANY fun prints and really put it to work in your daily ensembles. It has a tailored fit (without being restrictive), curved hem, and is made of breathable cotton so it'll feel breezy and comfortable while hitting you *just* right in the places you want. A clever, delightfully designed Pride-themed mug for lightening up the mood when it's "I'm Going To Fall Asleep On My Desk O'Clock" in your office. A TomboyX solar mesh tank that'll help keep you cool and dry thanks to its breathable UPF 50 protection material. So it'll work super well as a swim cover-up, workout top, or just a nice layer to keep you from pouring sweat while just being outside of your house! A transparent, waterproof "Sounds Gay I'm In" sticker that's just beeeeeegging to be displayed on your water bottle and/or laptop. Life is too short for boring hydration and even more boring capitalism!! Stick some rainbows on them, stat!!! An at-home espresso starter kit complete with the cutest bag of beans you'll ever see in your entire life, a mooka pot (a punny Moka pot with a cow print on it, ya love to see it), and a magnet to guide you through your foray into crafting the perfect cup of caffeine in your own kitchen. An adjustable Dodgers Pride hat if you want to support your team *and* the LBGTQ+ community. With rainbow embroidery on the classic LA logo, it's a subtle nod to Pride that still goes with everything from jeans to jerseys. Get it from MLB Shop for $31.99 (there are 20 other Pride team hats to check out). A delightfully cheerful airplant holder, because you're not a regular plant parent, you're a cool plant parent. Truly, the number of whimsy points this will add to your living room or office set up knows no bounds. A rainbow Mickey Mouse tennis bracelet that'll add some *razzle dazzle* to your daily stack and give you an excuse to belt out the "World of Color" theme song a la the famed Disney California nighttime show. A citrus and basil–scented "Love Out Loud" candle with a too-cute rainbow label that'll look fab on your nightstand — it has (SPOILERS!) surprise glitter embedded inside that'll only be revealed while it's burning. (Ooh, la, la!) A rainbow drizzle torso candle if you want your Pride decor to be hot, literally and figuratively. Hand-poured with soy wax and dripped in rainbow, this candle doubles as self-care *and* sculpture. Philly Candles is a small business based in Philly that designs and hand-pours small batch candles. Promising review: "Love these candles! Just as described, the seller responded to messages, and the candles arrived on time for a pride party. Once the party was over, people asked to take the candles home with them." —EugeneGet it from Philly Candles for $15.63 (available in four flag color combinations and 16 scents; there's also a female form candle).

Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
$110M funding gap identified for Ellicott City flood mitigation projects
May 14—Proposed funding for Ellicott City Safe and Sound plan projects included in the county's fiscal 2026 budget is about $320 million, but the total cost for the projects stands at around $430 million. Subscribe to continue reading this article. Already subscribed? To log in, click here.

Yahoo
05-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Ellicott City North Tunnel progressing, but may face future funding challenges
Feb. 4—The Extended North Tunnel Project in the Ellicott City Safe and Sound flood mitigation plan is on schedule. Subscribe to continue reading this article. Already subscribed? To login in, click here. Originally Published:February 4, 2025 at 2:28 PM EST