Ukraine pin badge: what do yellow and blue badges of support mean - and where can I buy pins in the UK?

From Peaky Blinders’ star Conrad Khan to Hollywood actor Benedict Cumberbatch and even Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton, you may have noticed lately that some famous faces have been wearing yellow and blue ribbons or badges.

The pin is an understated way of showing support for the people of Ukraine, as the country continues to resist invasion from Russia.

The badges have also been worn by Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Labour leader Keir Starmer in Parliament.

So, what is the meaning behind the badge and how can you get one? Here’s what you need to know.

Why has the pin been created?

Badges have historically been created, and worn, to raise money and awareness for good causes and show support for them.

The Ukrainian pin has been created so that people can wear them to show their support for Ukraine.

It is available as a material twisted ribbon, similar to the pink breast cancer ribbon, or a round pin badge.

Both types of badge feature two primary colours, blue and yellow, which are the colours of the Ukrainian flag.

Wearing one is a way of showing solidarity with the Ukrainian people.

Where can I buy a pin?

There isn’t one official Ukrainian pin, and there isn’t a pin that has been created by a charity, but there are numerous options available online.

There are a few different choices on Amazon and eBay, along with plenty that have been made by independent makers and sold on Etsy.

Prices start from as little as £2, but please be aware that as none of the badges have been created by a charity there is no guarantee that the proceeds from the sale will be sent to Ukraine.

Please read the product description of any badge you are interested in to find out where the money raised from your purchase will be going.

If you would like to send money to help the people of Ukraine, you can donate to the Disasters Emergency Committee’s (DEC) Ukraine Appeal.