A short Guide to Alternative Fashion

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Ethnic heritage apparel

Photo by Vanessa Veronica, NYC Street cred

Les Gazelles by Lauren in Cool hunting

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lobalization is the core influx of the contemporary world, boosted with the internet and enriched with local cultural elements. Immigration is one of its biggest realities and that’s why ethnic heritage is so important nowadays. The best way to reflect your heritage it is to wear it. Incorporate the dress of your ancestors, and be proud of your heritage. frican outfits, Irish kilts, Mexican skirts look (and feel!) better if they are the real thing. Clothing inherited from your grandparents (or family member). There are new approaches to the traditional wardrobe, making it more functional and contemporary. Traditional indian, japanese, african and latino are strong influences and are great influences for mainstream fashion.

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Miroslava Duma

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