It is even more remarkable how the 'hybrid designs' the people create seem to blend diverse countries' sensibilities and merge the past and present alongside.
The cross-cultural trends are also seen in other aspects such as food and kitchenware. Fashion just seems to be personal and at the same time concerted. A coordinated effort is made when creating a cross cultural look:
• Variety – mixing and matching, creates various options, versatile items and stylish designs.
• Creativity – experimenting with styles and materials provides avenues to embrace innovation.
• Uniqueness – creating something new that has not been seen before or that was not able to exist in the world of the past. New combinations of styles emerge and create styles that more accurately express the individual.
• Bridging gaps – Perhaps the most significant impact of cross-cultural fashion is that it creates deeper connections between places and regions, cultures,and traditions. It allows us to move beyond our own standards to explore and understand one another.
• Promoting cultures – Cross-cultural trends offer people worldwide, higher awareness of the various cultures and traditions outside their boundaries.
“Fashion is a part of our culture, and it is about more than just a pretty dress.” Joan Smalls: Model, Global Fashion Innovator and Icon.
