Breadcrumbs [Home](/) > [10 LGBTQ+ Owned Businesses To Know](/markdownify/node/4421) ![10 LGBTQ+ Owned Businesses To Know](https://media.slman.com/61JZneS9Qnz9oKcH2qV05N5z44Q=/500x221/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F07%2Fsl-man-150726-site-assets-lgbqt-owned-businesses-hero.jpg) ![10 LGBTQ+ Owned Businesses To Know](https://media.slman.com/MsfqGiebOttXDn8OmCC0V1bV_Bo=/400x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F07%2Fsl-man-150726-site-assets-lgbqt-owned-businesses-mobile-hero_2.png) [Style](/style) / 15 July 2026 # 10 LGBTQ+ Owned Businesses To Know --- In a landscape where identity and creativity increasingly shape the brands we engage with, LGBTQ+ founded businesses continue to set the pace. From cult fragrance houses to boundary-pushing interiors labels, the brands highlighted here have built loyal followings through originality and authenticity… Image: @Bistrotheque [ ![](https://media.slman.com/LRB810t4QAG-OqAbGbo_pwThs7c=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F07%2F1-bistrotheque_0.jpg) ](https://www.bistrotheque.com/) @Bistrotheque ## The Restaurant ### Bistrotheque In a whitewashed, high-ceilinged space in Bethnal Green, Bistrotheque is an East London gem of 22 years standing. Its French-leaning menu features classics like steak frites served amid crisp tablecloths and bentwood chairs. Visit [Bistrotheque.com](https://www.bistrotheque.com/) [ ![](https://media.slman.com/2uFuKOSmwAf1HMIjuco4x4Bcgzw=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F07%2F2-boy-smells.png) ](https://boysmells.com/) ## The Fragrance ### Boy Smells Launched in 2016 by Matthew Herman and David Kien, Boy Smells challenges traditional fragrance conventions with the belief that scent is genderless and defined by mood and experience. The brand is now well known among fragrance enthusiasts, offering a range that spans limited-edition collaborations to long-term cult favourites. Visit [BoySmells.com](https://boysmells.com/) [ ![](https://media.slman.com/I2bPGPbIdImEY8_78MyC6WYXB_M=/1920x0/smart/filters:no_upscale()/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F07%2F2-henry-holland.jpg) ](https://www.henryhollandstudio.com/) @HenryHollandStudio ## The Homewares ### Henry Holland Studio Once a fashion designer, Henry Holland has turned his attention to interiors. His love of homeware, tableware and furniture bloomed in lockdown and his new business has proved the ideal antithesis to the churn of producing fashion collections. His pieces use colour, shape and pattern to create chic objets for practical home use. Visit [HenryHollandStudio.com](https://www.henryhollandstudio.com/) ## The Café ### BOYS! BOYS! BOYS! This wine bar, café and gallery in Fitzrovia is a cultural hub for gay and queer fine art photography. Amid artistic interiors, own-brand wine, beer and coffee is served. Every Wednesday, one member of the community is invited to share their story. Visit [BoysBoysBoys.org](https://boysboysboys.org/) [ ![](https://media.slman.com/dzVzuw1ZnB8Y3fAhQbY11cSIaEI=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F07%2F2-boys-boys-boys.jpg) ](https://boysboysboys.org/) ## The Drink ### Coast Drinks Of course Grey Goose ambassador Joe McCanta would co-found an elegant mixer brand. Coast Drinks is built on quality product and coastal inspiration – that’s why a proportion of profits go to coastline protection. Look for exciting blends like maple soda and white tea and yuzu, each inspired by a particular coastline. Visit [CoastDrinks.com](https://www.coastdrinks.com/) [ ![](https://media.slman.com/raoWS8HKdQRapYY5SxtjH5aeVo0=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F07%2F5-coast-drinks.jpg) ](https://www.coastdrinks.com/) [ ![](https://media.slman.com/js6mVHPQo_1mCyk4RGc7_kbb4a0=/1920x0/smart/filters:no_upscale()/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F07%2F3-chateau-orlando.jpg) ](https://chateauorlando.com/) ## The Clothing ### Chateau Orlando Founded in 2022 by writer, designer and visual artist Luke Edward Hall, Chateau Orlando is a physical manifestation of its founder's romantic inner world. Inspired by the charm of the rural English seaside, the brand celebrates artistic sensibility and whimsy through a collection of colourful knits and mythological references. Visit [ChateauOrlando.com](https://chateauorlando.com/) [ ![](https://media.slman.com/Vu0MTlIywMttGVibFb2oXP1jPsY=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F07%2F7-dussl.jpg) ](https://dussl.com/) ## The Skincare ### Dussl The irony of a Scottish SPF brand isn’t lost on Dussl’s founder Fraser Wilson. But UV rays are everywhere and skin damage is something everyone should be wary of. The product range includes a cleanser, serums, traditional SPFs and an after-sun gel. The brand also donates 1% towards skin cancer charities. Visit [Dussl.com](https://dussl.com/) [ ![](https://media.slman.com/qXgRvf1HGLCeJLGf97VqSqcfZmc=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F07%2F8-sanctum.jpg) ](https://www.wearesanctum.com/) @WeAreSanctum ## The Workout ### We Are Sanctum Part fitness class, part cathartic release, We Are Sanctum offers a new kind of workout that converges movement and mindfulness. It’s set in a dark studio and is built around a HIIT workout to the sound of bass-heavy dance music. But there are moments of stillness, breathwork and storytelling too. This gives it a ritualistic quality – and, once understood, there’s no going back. Visit [WeAreSanctum.com](https://www.wearesanctum.com/) [ ![](https://media.slman.com/_qhGM1Jt-h5d-NpmSp7O6qvIx2w=/1920x0/smart/filters:no_upscale()/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F07%2F9-toad-bakery.jpg) ](https://www.toadbakery.com/) @ToadBakery ## The Bakery ### TOAD Bakery Since opening in Camberwell in 2022, TOAD has become a cult hit in south London and beyond. This is thanks to its beautifully presented sweet treats, wholegrain-forward sourdough, and excellent coffee. It’s a success story proved by the opening of an outpost in Deptford this July. Visit [ToadBakery.com](https://www.toadbakery.com/) ## The Coffee ### We Are Here The premise of this Margate-based roastery is to simplify the sometimes overwhelming world of speciality coffee. Your choice is simply This One (for espresso and stovetop), That One (for drip and cafetière), The Other One (filter, cold brew and generally to be enjoyed without milk) or Decaf. Visit [WeAreHereCoffee.com](https://www.weareherecoffee.com/) [ ![](https://media.slman.com/qEaztbVGz2fVag5lDijYVdKuqwU=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fslman.com%2Fsites%2Fslman%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F07%2F10-we-are-here_0.jpg) ](https://www.weareherecoffee.com/) @WeAreHereCoffee DISCLAIMER: We endeavour to always credit the correct original source of every image we use. If you think a credit may be incorrect, please contact us at .