More Than Just Political Pins on the Campaign Trail
With election seasons fast approaching, you’re likely going to see candidates on either side of the aisle sporting American flag pins. Like many other things in politics these days, the practice of wearing flag pins has become something of a controversy. You don’t need to look far to find stories that critique the candidates who are not wearing pins, who are wearing the wrong pins, who are wearing the right pin but for the wrong reasons, and the list goes on.
But the story of flag pins doesn’t end with political pins. For years, we’ve been in the business of making custom flag pins for nations far and wide. Instead of pointing fingers and talking about how the absence or presence of a flag on the lapel of any candidate can determine their level of patriotism, we thought it would be more interesting to share a few of our favorite flag pin designs from around the globe and talk about how they are used outside of political races.
International Flag Pins Celebrating Partnerships Between Nations
As an Amerian company based in Orlando, Florida, we’re big fans of the old stars and stripes, but there are all kinds of international flag pins that have caught our eye as well. Whether it’s the vibrant green and yellow of the Jamaican flag or the bright baby blue of a Swedish flag, there is a whole world of national banners to explore.
Flags from different nations may not be cut from the same cloth, but they all represent a unique sense of unity and pride in country. Not only do they symbolize patriotism, they also call to mind a nation’s history, struggles and achievements. These aspects make flag pins combining two or more national flags all the more special.
These types of flag pin designs are a celebration of the partnership and understanding between nations. It’s not always easy for different cultures to see eye to eye, but a pair of national flags standing together is a symbol of cooperation and harmony.
Pennant Flag Pins and Custom Shaped Flag Pins
Flags aren’t reserved for nations around the world. States have their own flags, as well as cities, sports teams, businesses and schools. They come in all kinds of different colors, shapes and sizes, and one of the most popular custom shapes is the pennant flag pin.
School spirit flag pins, sports team banners flying over a stadium full of fans, and hometown pennant flags are all a source of pride. They act as a rallying point for like-minded individuals who support the same teams or come from the same place, just like national flags. However, university banners, sports team flags and other similar types of designs represent a sense of kinship on a much smaller scale than a national flag, giving them a heightened sense of meaning to the members of that community.
Pennant shaped flag pins are a fun break from the traditional rectangular shape that flags usually take, but there are all kinds of different ways to make unique and interesting flag pin designs. This heart-shaped LGBTQ flag pin and Texas-shaped thin blue line flag pin are only two examples.
Every flag has a specific message behind its design, and playing with the shape is an excellent way to add context and expand on that message. It could be a message of love and acceptance like the vibrant LGBTQ pin or the enhanced sense of unity and identity created by the Texas-shaped thin blue line design. In any case, shape is a powerful tool for telling your story and creating a beautiful pin design.
Designs That Bring Your Team Together
Donning a flag pin is not enough on its own to indicate a person’s patriotism or dedication to a team. Their actions should speak for themselves. As more candidates appear throughout the election race with and without flag pins on their lapels, it’s important to remember that the stars and stripes should not cause a rift between parties. On the contrary, when you do see them, they should represent the common interest shared between parties.
Flags are a symbol of unity and shared understanding. Most people think of political pins during the election season that’s upon us, but the truth is that there is so much more to flag pins. Whether you’re looking for a unique school spirit pin, a sports team trading pin or a special flag pin designed to spread your organization’s message, we’ve got you covered.
