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Cultural Reclamation

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fashion-and-culture1 year ago•4 min saved

"Beyoncé's Country Chic: The Reinvented Lace Cowboy Look"

The cowboy hat, once a symbol of rugged masculinity, is being reimagined and reclaimed in popular culture, with Beyoncé leading the charge by incorporating it into her recent music and fashion releases. This trend reflects a broader movement to subvert the traditional cowboy archetype, which has historically excluded diverse voices and narratives. From Lil Nas X to Pharrell Williams, artists are embracing the "Yeehaw Agenda" and giving the cowboy hat a contemporary twist, challenging its associations with white patriarchal colonisers and highlighting the missing stories of black, brown, and Native cowboys in American history.

via BBC.com|

#beyonce #cowboy-hat #cultural-reclamation

society2 years ago•3 min saved

Surge in Brazilian Indigenous Identity: 90% Increase in 12 Years

The number of Brazilians identifying as Indigenous has increased by nearly 90% in the past 12 years, according to new census data. Historically, Indigenous people in Brazil faced discrimination and were encouraged to deny their identities. However, a growing organized Indigenous movement has fought for rights, visibility, and political representation, leading to a more favorable environment for Indigenous cultures. The census data reflects both the improved accuracy of data collection and the success of the Indigenous movement. Many individuals are reclaiming their Indigenous identity and reconnecting with their cultural heritage, despite previous state oppression and a policy of miscegenation.

via The Guardian|

#brazilian-census #cultural-reclamation #historical-oppression