Queer resistance isn’t always loud. Sometimes, it looks like softness, slowness, or saying yes to your own pleasure. That, too, is part of our history.
Each year on June 28th, we celebrate Stonewall Day, honoring the historic uprising that sparked the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement. For many, it’s a day of activism. But for others — including us at SAPHETTE — it’s also a day of reflection, joy, and connection.
Let’s be real: queer people have always found ways to care for each other, express desire, and reclaim space — even when the world tried to deny them that right. Stonewall Day is a reminder that our intimacy is part of our resistance, and that pleasure, identity, and softness deserve to be celebrated too.
What Is Stonewall Day?
Stonewall Day commemorates the 1969 Stonewall Uprising, a pivotal event in LGBTQ+ history where queer people — especially trans women of color — fought back against police violence at the Stonewall Inn in New York City. This moment, while not the first of its kind, helped catalyze the modern gay rights movement.
Want to dig deeper? Read the Library of Congress’s overview or check out Stonewall UK’s timeline of queer activism for a broader perspective.
Why It Matters to Us at SAPHETTE
As a lesbian-owned, sapphic sex toy brand, our work is rooted in queer care. We design products for people who have often been left out of the mainstream pleasure conversation. And that’s not just about toys — it’s about validation, visibility, and vulnerability.
We believe queer intimacy is sacred — whether it’s a first date kiss, a late-night conversation, or exploring what feels good with yourself or a partner. Stonewall Day reminds us why we create space for that.
The first Stonewall anniversary march was held on June 28, 1970.
Ways to Celebrate Queer Joy (That Aren’t a Protest March)
Not everyone wants to—or can—join a demonstration. Here are softer, meaningful ways to mark Stonewall Day:
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Reflect on your own queer journey — what has changed? What do you want to reclaim?
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Connect with friends, lovers, or your community over food, music, or stories. (Check out Lesbian Herstory Archives for some powerful reading.)
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Support queer creators, brands, and businesses that align with your values. Shopping queer-owned is an act of solidarity.
A Final Thought: Queer Pleasure is Power
The original Stonewall protestors weren’t just fighting back — they were fighting for something. The right to exist. To dance. To love. To feel.
At SAPHETTE, we carry that spirit forward, not with slogans, but with thoughtful design, inclusive language, and the belief that lesbian and queer intimacy matters.
So this Stonewall Day, whether you’re out and proud or quietly figuring things out — we see you. And we celebrate with you.
