A BLACK WOMAN’S THOUGHTS ON CULTURAL APPROPRIATION IN FASHION

Within this past year, more individuals have noticed how much cultural appropriation goes on in the fashion industry.

For example, Kim Kardashian was credited for starting the “new” trend of boxer braids in Hollywood, but subsequent backlash demanded that fans acknowledge that black women have rocked “boxer braids” for centuries. Also, Urban Outfitters’ appropriation is finally being called out. It’s ridiculous to think that companies and brands have been appropriating black culture for years, and no one has demanded change until just recently.

Many people may not understand exactly how cultural appropriation works, as much of it appears to have just barely passed the line of a “trend” or being “inspired by (fill in the blank),” but there is a small detail that makes a big difference. Cultural appropriation is like working on a project and getting an F, but then, someone copies you and gets an A. Marginalized groups, like African Americans and Native Americans, have the burden…

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