Luxury Fashion Brands Under Fire for Stealing Designs of African Tribes
Luxury Fashion Brands Under Fire for Stealing Designs of African Tribes . In the tapestry of global fashion, where colors dance and patterns weave stories of heritage and identity, one undeniable truth emerges: African fashion exudes vibrancy and style to such an extent that it serves as a source of inspiration for European fashion. Its trove of colors, intricate patterns, and timeless traditions have captivated hearts and minds across the globe, becoming a muse for designers seeking to capture its essence. Yet, amidst the awe-inspiring fusion of cultures, a disconcerting narrative emerges, casting a shadow on the creative landscape. Accusations have persisted for many years, suggesting that major luxury brands have appropriated and stolen iconic designs from African tribes.
African tribes boast a treasure of striking aesthetics, symbolic motifs, and ingenious craftsmanship, nurtured over centuries. These tribes, with their unique cultural identities, have inspired and influenced countless designers, contributing to the tapestry of global fashion. Yet, the line between appreciation and appropriation can sometimes be blurred, leading to replicating or misrepresenting indigenous designs.
For example, Louis Vuitton, a prominent luxury brand, has faced accusations of purportedly appropriating elements from the Kwele mask of Africa to create its iconic monogram. While it remains debatable whether this resemblance is a mere coincidence or a deliberate source of inspiration for the brand, undeniable similarities exist between the two.
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Comments (38)
THIS IS GRAND THEFT….Look how the government came after designer Dapper Dan, seized his creations. But, tables got turned, now Gucci was caught bootlegging Dapper Dan's designs,and made him a partner.
Even if they steal they still can't wear it like Africa does 😏
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Did anyone see what I saw ? The Nigerian Government had ordered the Ghanaian people to leave the country in 1983, so they packed their belongings in those plaid bags, later used by the designer “ Celine” . My point is ; Africans can “kick” out their own, but they have welcomed the Whites, Arabs and now the Chinese. Lord have mercy !!! 😔 😭
We are uncivilised a d backwards to them until they want what we have
Yeah they stole it 😢
I love wen America we're African design ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Please I thing everyone shul be helping one anathe ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
West has always stolen everything from Africans and undermined them thereafter
They should not. Unless they ask or partner with the original owners
Of course..it has been always…I have always said that that to black people….I said it..being an African fromnwest Africa ..
As an Ethiopian I find what they did very offensive. These beautiful dresses symbolize the unique cultures and traditions that Ethiopians hold. Watching white women wear them in public to make profit makes me really upset. I understand wanting to learn about our cultures and traditions but stealing is not acceptable. If you’re interested in learning more about us, ask us and we will show them to you. If the intent is to educate then the models and designers will all have to be Ethiopians or else it's considered cultural appropriation (a formal name for stealing other cultures belongings for one’s own gain). In addition, the hair style and the clothes and also the setting all has to be done right (which can only be done from the original people and source with formal credit given). I love educating others about our Ethiopian culture and I think it's super fun. However, I think this is being done for pure profit and it’s disgusting. What they're doing is not right and should be stopped. Culture is meant to be respected, but not appropriated. Thank you for speaking about this.
I hate to racist but white people are always after black people culture but when the time comes they insult black people it's enough they are always going after black people
Opportunists take what they want and will use force, violence, theft and deception if they must.
Millions of these opportunists aren't in America or Australia or south Africa or the Pacific islands because they were invited.
Those Pales always take what’s not theirs just greedy ignorant evil and jealous of black peoples they Scared now their Chickens are coming home to Roots Just Evil Demons
the west stole everything from africa
You hate us Africans,you hate the black colour but you guys can't do without black
They know the spiritual meaning behind them that's why they use them ..everything they want from Black people but hate us.
Nations are hapoy when brands use their culture in creative sphere, why are zfricans often mad for the wrong thing,you should be proud of it and advise them on how to go about it, is a good thing , not a bad thing.
white men will always be white remember it's not only fabric they are stealing from Africa but every other precious materials
Wow, this is horrible. I always knew their designs were stolen.
WHAT ELSE IS NEW THEY STEAL EVERYTHING ELSE FROM AFRICA
Gucci as well with The Red Black and Green colors smh theivery they never stop
Thank you so much for speaking on this Very Very Important to speak on the truth about the WS cultural appropriation thieves I love my BLACKNIFICENT Melenated Exceptional Wonderful People much love to you all from America I take so much pride in how I changed up my whole entire wardrobe with nothing but Ankara Kente and all African Diaspora Print Clothing.Big Ups to All Designers and Tailors from The African Diaspora❤
These are African ethnic groups, not tribes!
Thieving vile dogs never change their stripes, their dirty spirits don't allow for that.
The sad things is the colorful pattern of African culture fashion is used by the gay designer and their community to promote their alphabet agenda when majority African people are against them.
Nothing belongs to them everything they got they stole
White people have been stealing for sooo long, when will it ever stop??
Is anyone surprised!!!
Wow. Worth sharing. Everything in the dark comes to light.
that may be why blacks love some LV. Inspired does not mean stolen. If i travel and make dresses based on my travels, it is what it is.
The beauty of Africa that they can't lower their ego to appreciate,
Luxury brands have been doing this for over 40 years. The saddest part is not a cent of their profits are donated to schools or hospitals belonging to the tribes they steal these centuries old designs from. Nothing more than modern day Colonialism!
DO PROPER RESEARCH!!!!!! Greco print is GREEK. FOUR POINT star originated from native America. Plaid print originated from Scotland… So who is stealing???? Those plastic bags were designed in China.
Oh please…
They hate us cuz they aint us. This is nothing new, they've been stealing our culture, land and us since their existence.
No, if it belongs to a tribe any where . It shouldn't be worn by anyone else else . These are usually use to identify the tribe from another. Some tribes can inter marry some can't. It's tradition , it doesn't change . Anyone who takes a design should be sued .