Celebrating inclusivity and diversity this Pride Month at DLF Promenade
The rainbow is love. The rainbow is beauty. The rainbow is a powerful symbol of inclusivity.
And while the battle for inclusivity for the LGBTQ+ community has come some way, there is still a long road ahead. The Stonewall Uprising in June 1969 was the watershed moment of the rebellion. In the 53 years since that landmark moment, the community has achieved much. Queer people and their allies have come together to create awareness, change laws, advocate equal rights and carve out safe and judgement-free spaces to call their own.
While the fight against discrimination and homophobia is on 365 days a year, June is the month of celebration and a commemoration of the wins. Pride Month across the world is a reiteration of all the big and small ways in which members of the queer community celebrate themselves—their identities, their chosen pronouns and their sexuality.
Celebrating the Rainbow
The work of celebrity champions and everyday heroes of the LGBTQ+ community has helped queer the discourse. Street marches across the country have celebrated the rainbow as a symbol of diversity and freedom.
And all these colours have found reflection across the board and from fashion to food, brands have stepped forward with an open mind. You can be proud who you are no matter your gender, identity or sexual preference. And whatever your chosen colour may be, the rainbow belongs to everyone.
In keeping with this, all through the month of June, DLF Promenade celebrates the rainbow as a glorious symbol of LGBTQ+ pride. This is an extension of the brand’s year-round commitment to diversity and inclusivity which includes the institution of gender-neutral toilets and an overall culture of sensitivity towards all who walk in.
The Grand Queer Bazaar
The Pride Festival at DLF Promenade spans rainbow-hued decor, photo booths, curated bazaars, makeup sessions and more and celebrates all that is queer. Enter through a facade done up in colours of the rainbow and make your way through a special ‘rainbow path’ into a space where “open minds and open doors” is a way of life.
Watch out for the rainbow pocket squares on all mall staff that proudly declare alliance to the community. Get your own squares at the front desk and flaunt it as per your style.
Stop by for a photo sesh at any of the mall’s beautifully designed Pride Month corners—from the flower-bedecked concierge to Le Cantine’s cheery Ambassador adorned with flowers in myriad shades.
Dig into some special edition Pride Month donuts from MOD or Krispy Kreme and get your nails painted in Pride colours at nail art stations set up for the occasion or get a wild new makeover at masterclasses hosted by India’s top makeup artists.
Usher in a weekend of poetry, fashion, food and fun at the special Queer Made Bazaar curated by dating app Tinder. Watch out for gender-fluid fashion labels, live music, lipsmacking goodies and a special mural—all designed and created by members of the queer community.
And when the rainbow dust settles, remember that Pride Month continues as does the journey towards empowerment for the LGBTQ+ community.
Come, be part of the rainbow at the Pride Month festivities at DLF Promenade all through the month of June. From specially curated masterclasses by top make-up artists, fashion, food, music, art lucky draws and more—here’s your chance to celebrate all that is queer and wonderful.
