Honoring Indigenous Cultural and Spiritual Elements in Fashion Design

Join us on Friday, February 28, 2025 via Zoom and in person at the Phoenix Indian Center to hear from designers and artists Dre Pilger (O'odham), Randilynn Boucher-Giago (Dine'/Santee Dakota) and 2025 Featured Designer, James Star Comes Out (Oglala Lakota). We will discuss the fine line between sharing Indigenous cultural elements and keeping them safe from potential exploitation. As designers and brands navigate this intricate landscape, they are tasked with the responsibility of infusing their creations with respect, authenticity, and sensitivity. We delve into the nuanced relationship between culture and clothing, providing a roadmap for the integration of cultural influences into apparel design. Friday, February 28 from 12:00pm-1:30pm Phoenix Indian Center 4041 N Central Ave Bldg B Phoenix, AZ 85012 and via Zoom.

Host or Publisher Phoenix Indian Center