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Mardi Gras 2021: The 15 Essential Items You Need To Pull Off Every Colour In The Rainbow

Sequins, sparkles, eco-friendly glitter galore!
  • 04 Mar 2021
Mardi Gras 2021: The 15 Essential Items You Need To Pull Off Every Colour In The Rainbow

Ladies, gentlemen and every gorgeous human being in between, it’s that time of year where we celebrate love, our identity and sexual and gender diversity—y’know when we’re not everyday—it’s Mardi Gras! 

WATCH: Dua Lipa performs at 2020 Mardi Gras in Sydney to crowd of fans.

While the first Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras in 1978 was a brave moment of marginalised queer people marching in protest against the criminalisation of homosexuality, the protest has evolved into a near-month-long festive celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community, culminated on the final day at the parade. 

But, thanks to COVID-19, this year’s MG hits differently. Instead of the crowds of people gathered on Oxford St, the event is being held at the Sydney Cricket Ground (sport? In my queer community? It’s more likely than you think.), with the cast of RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under to be revealed on the show grounds—and special guests Rita Ora, Montaigne, Electric Fields and Girlfriend fave G-Flip. 

So, whether you’ve got front row seats to the parade, are celebrating in a COVID-safe venue or from your rural small-town home, here’s all the essential party pieces you need to pull off every colour in the rainbow 🌈.

P.S. Make sure to use the code HELLO20 for 20% OFF EVERYTHING on ASOS.

Everything You Need For Your Bomb Dot Com Dot Au 🏳️‍🌈Mardi Gras Outfit 2021🏳️‍🌈

ASOS
ASOS

If you wake up Saturday morning and think to yourself, “it’s the sequin for me✨”, please turn to page 54 of the Mardi Gras fashion textbook: the Allover Ombre Sequin Long Sleeve Mini Dress in Fuchsia and Teal by Collective The Label, $36.60 (70% off) on ASOS.

fringe
Nasty Gal

Feeling fringey? Try this Fringe Pearl Inspired Beaded Open Front Jacket, $142 (50% off) on Nasty Gal.

fringe
Nasty Gal

Pair that fringe with even more fringe material with the Party Crasher Multicoloured Fringe Shorts, $47.50 on Nasty Gal.

Calli
Calli

Calli The Label has released a whole pride collection. Shop it here.

Maya
ASOS

If you’re wanting to flam up your mask game, let this Maya sequin design be the perfectly timed addition to your Mardi Gras ensemble, $18 on ASOS.

Levis
Levi's

You can’t go wrong with an oversized denim jacket and especially this Levi’s special edition liberation trucker, $199.95 on The Iconic.

Haus of Dizzy
Haus of Dizzy

Get your bling on with these gorgeous Haus of Dizzy Mob Pride Earrings, between $49 to $59 here.

The Iconic
Sweaty Betty

Activewear meets disco in this metallic bra from Sweaty Betty, $90 on The Iconic.

Mango
Mango

Sequin chic is defined by this one-shoulder top from Mango, $49.95 (29% off) here.

Quay Australia
Quay Australia

Show love who’s boss in these Quay Australia heartbreaker sunglasses, $60 on The Iconic.

ASOS
ASOS

Go bold or go home with these sequined pants for $27.25 on ASOS.

Staple Superior
Staple Superior

If sequin and glam ain’t your thang, go cool and casual with this sweet rainbow embroidered white tee from Staple Superior, $29.99 on The Iconic.

flatform

Level up your outfit with these pair of Flatform Universal Strip Black and Rainbow Shoes by Teva, $99.95 (30% off at checkout) on The Iconic.

Amethyst Biodegradable Glitter

Top off your glitzy glam look with some Amethyst Biodegradable Glitter, $15 on The Glitter Tribe.

Inika Organic

For some more Mardi Gras beauty: Certified Organic Cream Illuminisor (Spice), $45 on Inika Organic.

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