Politically Correct What to Say About Tribal Design
As a cultural anthropologist, I often find myself wondering what to say about tribal design. How do I talk to people about it without causing offense? Here are some politically correct tips. First of all, don’t use the word “tribe” unless you’re absolutely sure it’s appropriate. Don’t say “troop,” because it’s probably not an appropriate term. Instead, say “tribe” to explain its origins and culture.
Navajo/Pendleton designs
Many people are concerned about whether Navajo/Pendleton designs will be politically correct, but what should consumers do? First of all, they should ask why Pendleton would copyright Native American designs. It is not like Pendleton has a big legal team and can simply sue someone who does not use its designs. Instead, Pendleton should pay the tribes that have created the designs, and seek their consent before using them.
Native American cultures often rely on European-owned companies to manufacture items. Pendleton understands this and works to produce items that honor the history of the Native Tribes. While they may not have been perfect in their 150-year-old history, they have done their best to serve the Native populations. Whether they’re shady or politically correct is another matter. Despite the controversy surrounding the Navajo/Pendleton designs, Pendleton has done a good job of serving the Native population.
Navajo prints
While some consumers may prefer the traditional look of Navajo prints, others might find them offensive and inappropriate. Whether you wear Navajo prints as a fashion statement or as a symbol of your identity, be sure to know the cultural background of the fabric you choose. The word Navajo has a very specific meaning to the Navajo people. Many of the motifs and designs in Navajo textiles are sacred to the Navajo people.
The Navajo print was historically created with bark and is considered to be the most culturally sensitive tribal design. But, with the political correctness and modernity of today, Navajo prints have been gaining popularity in the fashion industry. While African prints have become popular, the word “abusive” is hyper-general and offensive. It has become the catch-all term for all tribal designs.
Navajo fabrics
The rise in the monetary value of Navajo fabrics demonstrates that the design and style of Navajo textiles have become politically correct. In fact, many Navajo textiles have become so popular that a number of contemporary designers have turned to them for inspiration. However, not all Navajo fabrics are politically correct. Despite the fact that Navajo textiles are highly prized, many of them do not reflect the ethnicity and customs of Navajo people.
The Navajo people, also known as the Dine, were originally hunters and took up farming from the Pueblo people. Their traditional crops included corn, beans, and squash. Later, they took up sheep-herding from the Spanish. Eventually, sheep became their form of currency and women began spinning wool and weaving blankets. Today, Navajo textiles are viewed as politically correct and made with ethical, sustainable, and environmentally friendly materials.
Navajo patterns
The controversy around the tribal design was first raised in the 1970s and 1980s when Ralph Lauren became interested in Native American culture and created his own line of Santa Fe clothing, featuring concha belts, petticoat skirts, “Indian patterned” sweaters, and blanket jackets. Then, as the country music genre was gaining popularity, Pendleton clothing returned to the spotlight. Today, this style of clothing has become politically correct once again, thanks to a renewed interest in the southwest style and new country music.
But why is tribe so controversial? Tribes were social groups that predate the nation-state and were unified by kinship, language, rituals, and other practices. The word tribe can be problematic, especially when used in contexts such as politics. It can be a way of dismissing important cultural practices while inappropriately adopting sacred ideas. Here are some ways to say tribal design without offending Native Americans.
