By Sharon Eberson, onStage Pittsburgh
The colorful totem outside of a Shadyside storefront signifies a convergence happening there, at Eons Fashion Antique, inspired by the man for all seasons inside.
Richard Parsakian, the 2024 grand marshal of Pittsburgh Pride, perhaps best known as the creator and gatekeeper of the massive Pride Flag that is a staple of social justice gatherings, owns Eons.
But that just begins to describe the scope of his impact.
Richard Parsakian, you might say, is a hands-on influencer, minus TikTok.
He explains his impact on all those he touches by saying, “I’m not the person with money. I’m a connector. I make connections.”
He’s the type of guy that not only makes connections, but he makes them count, according to his beliefs.
A 2021 Qburgh profile of Parsakian tried to pin him down, with the title: Entrepreneur. Artist. Humanitarian.
For many in Pittsburgh’s queer and drag communities, and those involved in the fashion, arts and cultural scenes, not to mention a perpetual Hollywood connection, Richard Parsakian is a lightning rod for information, creativity, support and a perfectly put-together vintage outfit for any occasion.
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