Tag: cultural appropriation
First black woman to win top literary prize says cultural appropriation is ‘total nonsense’
Bernardine Evaristo, the first black woman to win the Booker Prize for fiction writing, dismissed the idea that artists cannot engage in “cultural appropriation.”
Evaristo, 60, was one of two 2019 Booker Prize winners, an annual award given to the author of an “outstanding fiction” work written in English and published in the United Kingdom or Ireland. Evaristo spoke about the book that won her the award, Girl, Woman, Other, and how it would have been impossible without “cultural appropriation” at the Hay Festival Winter Weekend on Friday, according to The Times.
“This whole idea of cultural appropriation, which is where you are not supposed to write beyond your own culture and so on, is ridiculous,” Evaristo said. “That would mean that I could never write white characters or white writers can never write black characters. Look in television; that happens all the time. But there is this idea that when it comes to fiction that you are supposed to stay in your lane. It is a total nonsense.”
Evaristo’s book follows the lives of a dozen either black or mixed-race people. One girl, named Megan, grows up and identifies as non-binary and changes “their” name to Morgan. Evaristo said that writing about Megan was “a sensitive area” because the character could offend people.
Evaristo said, however, that she is not overly worried about offending others with her work.
“That’s not my primary concern because you don’t know who is going to be offended by anything you write. I refuse to construct some kind of character who is going to appease everybody,” Evaristo said.
Article via WashingtonExaminer
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Kim Kardashian Addresses Another Culture Vulture Charge
Article via USMagazine
The Kardashians are no strangers to cultural appropriation allegations. Kim has now decided to up the stakes by TRADEMARKING ‘Kimono’ – what should be a formal Japanese wear is now Kim’s shapewear line.
When Kim Kardashian Opens a New Window. announced her new shapewear line called Kimono (as a play on her first name) on June 25, some expressed concern over use of the term for the traditional Japanese garment, even spawning the hashtag Opens a New Window. #KimOhNo on Twitter. And now Kardashian has responded.
On June 27, the businesswoman addressed these critiques in a statement to the New York Times Opens a New Window. , which reads: “I understand and have deep respect for the significance of the kimono in Japanese culture and have no plans to design or release any garments that would in any way resemble or dishonor the traditional garment. I made the decision to name my company Kimono, not to disassociate the word from its Japanese roots but as a nod to the beauty and detail that goes into a garment. Filing a trademark is a source identifier that will allow me to use the word for my shapewear and intimates line but does not preclude or restrict anyone, in this instance, from making kimonos or using the word kimono in reference to the traditional garment. My solutionwear brand is built with inclusivity and diversity at its core and I’m incredibly proud of what’s to come.”
This comes in response to fan comments Opens a New Window. questioning the use of the word on her original social media announcement. For example, user @takano_meg commented on Twitter, “For Japanese, Kimono is really important culture and we are proud of having this culture. Even now, I often wear Kimono not only special events but also normal days. I hope everyone know Kimono as a Japanese traditional and beautiful clothes…”
Still others praised the mogul’s attention to inclusiveness Opens a New Window. (the line includes nine colors to match various skin tones and sizes ranging from XXS to 4XL).
Article via USMagazine
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Ricky Martin called out for wearing Native American headdress: ‘Shame on you for appropriating my culture’
Ricky Martin is being called out for cultural appropriation.
The singer posted an Instagram photo from Miami in which he’s wearing a Native American headdress along with some shades. Needless to say, people find it offensive because war bonnets, as they are known, are of great importance in the Native American culture. They’re a high honor earned by the most respected and trusted leaders in the community, and are only to be worn by them.
Martin was clearly not in the know about that — despite previous headlines calling it out — and got a swift education from his social media followers.
“Native people wear war bonnets because they earned respect because they fought wars, now I don’t think I can respect you for wearing this so casually…” — @harlynbia
“I adore you. I think you’re absolutely wonderful, but as the daughter of a card carrying Native American / First Nations Elder, you wearing our very meaningful and sacred regalia is very insulting and wrong. I’m positive you did not understand or know the significance of the head dress, but, when you know better, you are supposed to do better. Now you know. Peace, love, light and prayers.” — @bellebunny1
@bellebunny1 also wrote: “That is a War Bonnet only to be worn by certain members of the tribe, it is sacred, not a costume to wear at a club or because it’s a carnival. It is earned one feather at a time, so unless Mr. Martin suddenly turned into an important member of one of our Tribes, and earned each one of those feathers on the regalia, he hasn’t the right to wear it as he has not earned it and he is not a part of my culture or heritage.”
“Native regalia is not a costume. Wearing a headdress has to be earned. Come on Ricky, as a gay man, you should know about inappropriate stereotypes.” — @jack.jackson.jr
“As a Blackfoot gay person I say shame on you for appropriating my culture for your ‘look.” — @cassiusredgun
“Umm. Take the headdress off boo boo. Cultural appropriation still exists from one minority to another.” — @in_allegory_of_self
“Love all the work you do and the impact you make in the world. But please, no headdress!!!” — @ickus1321
“Pictures like this lead to stereotypes people have about Native Americans in our country. These War bonnet headdresses are a sacred item in our culture given to veterans who’ve fought in wars. They also cover the caskets of fallen soldiers and deceased vets. Just thought I’d let you know. (Still a fan).” — @bigsky768
Surprisingly, one of the people who liked it was Bravo personality Andy Cohen, who wrote, “THIS IS YOUR LOOK!!!” with two fire emojis. That drew criticism too.
“@bravoandy wearing an indigenous headdress? Sir Andy Bravo, what you know bout indigenous headdress?” — @omarsbravo7
“@bravoandyAndy, don’t encourage him. There’s information all over the internet explaining why this is upsetting/offensive to Native people/cultures.” — @stupendous_tremendous
“You know this isn’t your look if @bravoandy is cheering u on.” — @xzevious
Martin isn’t the only high-profile person who has offended. Jessica Simpson, Pharrell Williams, Harry Styles and Alessandra Ambrosio are among the famous individuals to get called out for similar cultural appropriation. Just recently, Kevin Hart found himself at the center of a controversy for throwing his son a cowboys-and-Indians-themed birthday party.
So far, the image is still up on Martin’s Instagram. A rep for the star has not yet responded to Yahoo Entertainment’s request for comment.
Article via Yahoo
Bella Thorne Accused of Ripping off Black Owned Makeup Brand
20-year-old ex-Disney star Bella Thorne launched her makeup line on Saturday. The actress already had clothing and other Hot-Topic looking items via her Shopify store Filthy Fangs, but the addition of two eyeshadow palettes is what really has people talking.
As soon as pictures were posted, people on social media quickly began to point out how similar Thorne’s brand new eyeshadow palettes resemble those from an independent, black-owned makeup brand, Juvia’s Place.
Nigeria-born wife and mother of two Chichi Eburu launched the cosmetic company a little over four years ago; Juvia’s Place is known for their highly pigmented eyeshadow palettes and Afrocentric packaging.
You can take a look at the side-by-side of both palettes below to make a decision for yourself.
90’s Baby@WhatsLDBupto
So Bella Thorne has a makeup line that looks JUST like Juvia’s place for triple the cost… like straight ripped off. Colors and packaging look… I cannot.
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