Native American Fashion: How Far is Too Far?

QUESTIONS:
1. What do you like about Native American styles? Is it just fashion or is it eternal to you?

2. Would you rather shop at a place like Urban Outfitters/ Forever21/H&M rather than an actual Native American shop and why? Price difference?


3. What is your opinion on companies not giving back to Native Americans?


4. How far is too far when it comes to Native American products?

5. How should stores change, or should they change at all?

BONUS QUESTION FOR INTERNATIONAL VIEWERS: Whats your opinion on the matter?

Answering these would mean the world to me! Your opinion IS NOT WRONG . I'm sure there are a lot of you out there with strong opinions, so don't be afraid to speak up!


Article:
http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/style/131612793.html


Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990
http://www.doi.gov/iacb/act.html

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[DyamonFTW]

Personally I think if you want to wear feathers then wear feathers, and if you want to have a dream catcher then have one, but don't go running around with a headdress on and red face paint under your eyes just because it's "fashion" It's kinda disrespectful, that you'd try to make yourself look like you're apart of this culture and you actually know nothing about it.

[JustACurbsideProphet]

@DyamonFTW agreed!

[waynah2]

Cut me a break. People have been wearing our style of clothing since they came to Turtle Island. What do you think Trappers wore when they came here. This is such an old topic, but since you are young this is new to you. Read up on history

[JustACurbsideProphet]

@waynah2 yes, I do know that the style has been worn for YEARS. But now that it is in fashion again, and we have the technology for it to be mass produced and sold at such a high level, I wanted to hear opinions.

[MissNativeWarrior]

I am a Native American girl from the Choctaw Nation. This so called, "fashion trend", is nothing of the sort. Contrary wise, it IS cultural appropriation. The feather extensions, the bejeweled mocs, and the dream catchers shirts do draw attention to us--the wrong kind. You don't see me walking around with "caucasian-inspired panties". Sounds fucking crazy, right? Think again when you hear the controversy of the "Native-inspired panty" etc etc. I am NOT a fashion statement. Respect my people.

[JustACurbsideProphet]

@MissNativeWarrior thank you for your comment. Its nice to hear a different perspective on the matter. 

[curlybrown16]

I don't see why its such a big deal to have clothing inspired by native americans. I mean people wear clothes with other countries flags, things inspired by different time periods or cities. As to where I would buy them I go to forever21 & etc because it is less money. But I do have a bracelet from a native american vendor but it was a lot of money but I would love to have more. As to companies taking their style/designs, isn't that always happening? Some companies make those knock off bags etc.

[TaybabyRenee]

I am 1/4 Native American. My grandfather is 100% Lakota Sioux and lives on a reserve in North Dakota.

I've personally loved Native American fashion back to the days of Pocahontas...ha, but recently as I've grown up a bit and learned about my tribe and the hardships we've been through...it's become a pride thing. I buy a lot of authentic Native American jewelry and clothing because it's symbolic of where I came from. I think people wearing Native American fashion who aren't of the culture is gr

[emilyisaddicted]

Hey, the thumbnail of this video, i also have on my tumblr and wall.

[lg1447]

I personally see no problem with it. If people are willing to wear the stars and stripes of america or the union jack which can't we explore other cultures? Some people will still stay oblivious to Native Americans but what can you do about it? You can't force people to research and understand them or forbid them from wearing it? One trend I'm disgusted at is 'the military trend' I mean..really? You want to pretend your a soldier then get down on the frontline.

[OlivesWay]

@waynah2 Trappers didn't wear clothes for fashion. Read up on your common sense.

[Classicwinter]

Probably an actual Native American shop, or a least from a fair trade shop because I would be paying for the quality-- I would be wearing the clothing multiple times in my life, I'm a minimalist and wearing a piece made by an artist. Plus, I don't want to support stores that may be involved with sweatshops. If I want to be cheap and not support such corporations, then I could always design my own Native inspired print just for myself or learn some crafting technique, as I'm a crafty person.

[ferxapp]

i liked the video not just because i actually liked it but of your eminem's shirt....!