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Fashion (8 resources)
Women’s History Month: Stories and Conversation on Indigenous Design
Video
Designers reflect on their personal inspirations and motivations for styling and creating clothing and accessories that challenge the boundaries of fashion and expand perceptions of Indigenous cultures
Indigenous Couture and Style
Video
A conversation on the historic collaboration between Ironhorse Quillwork and Gucci that resulted in the custom gowns worn by actress Lily Gladstone (Siksikaitsitapi [Blackfeet]/Nimiipuu [Nez Perce]) at the 96th Academy Awards.
Making a Statement
Article
Follow the journey of Lily Gladstone and her porcupine-quill–adorned gowns from the red carpet to the NMAI.
Beauty That Rings True
Article
A Cree designer takes over runways with his stunning feather dresses.
Wearing Our PRIDE
Video
Fashion is often used to confirm identities, challenge social structures, and display personalities. Discover the joy of fashion in our conversation celebrating PRIDE month. Program in English with English and Spanish captions. | Programa en inglés con subtítulos en inglés y español.
Plains Cree jeweler Erik Lee gains international recognition for his pieces that reflect his culture in silver.
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All That Glitters: Plains Cree Jeweler Erik Lee Reflects His Culture in Silver.
Bolstering Artisans of the Americas
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Heidi McKinnon set up shop to support and share the beautiful, handmade works of Indigenous artisans.
A Lot of Our Traditional Clothing, We Had to Fight to Keep—Fashion Designer Norma Baker-Flying Horse
Blog
Designer Norma Baker–Flying Horse (enrolled citizen of the Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation) grew up loving toy high heels and secondhand accessories. This year, Paris Fashion Week featured her work.
