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To think this isn't cultural appropriation?

81 replies

JennyBeans141 · 04/07/2024 16:51

It's the print on a jumpsuit I have bought, and love.

To be honest I didn't even register the fact that the illustrations are of black women, but so what if they are?

My OH is of the opinion that I'll raise eyebrows wearing these out and about, given that I'm a white person. We live in a multi cultural area where there are a lot of black people. He thinks somebody might accuse me of "cultural appropriation", particularly our neighbour who we don't get along well with and always seems to be looking for a reason to have a row.

So what do you think? Are they inappropriate or is it a total non event?

To think this isn't cultural appropriation?
OP posts:
Specialguardianshiporderchild · 04/07/2024 17:05

Hi OP, I'm black. This is not cultural appropriation. If anything, its cultural appreciation!

The other black women I know would love to see a white woman wearing this.

Bowling4TomatoSoup · 04/07/2024 16:59

Non event - surely it’s racist to think you shouldn’t be wearing that?

Meadowfinch · 04/07/2024 16:58

It's a cotton print. I'm sure the manufacturer didn't limit its sale to only black communities. That's just silly.

spsy · 04/07/2024 16:55

Total none event, it’s cultural appreciation.

redalex261 · 04/07/2024 16:54

I mean they are absolutely fine - its a cotton print, not traditional garb!! Wear them with joy! Tell your neighbour to bugger off if they start!

Soubriquet · 04/07/2024 16:53

Everything seems to be bloody cultural appropriation now days. Don’t do anything outside your race cos it’s cultural appropriation.

No. You can appreciate other peoples culture and still be respectful. It’s when people take the piss such as wearing a traditional Native American head wear for Halloween. That’s the problem. You aren’t showing proper respect for their customs.

The dress is fine for you to wear as a white woman OP