6 Native Designs to Wear With Your Vintage

"Tribal," "Navajo," and "ethnic" prints and motifs have remained popular in fashion since Chimayo pieces of the 1930s, and there's no sign of the trend ending soon!  However, few of these items are authentic and actually benefit the Native American and Canadian communities they came from.  Happily, there are many Native designers that are creating amazing pieces, and they totally work with not just modern looks but vintage ones, too!

It can be a little tricky to figure out how to make these things work with a vintage outfit, though.  Since these brands tend to cater to people with more modern styles, they're usually styled in ways that make it hard to imagine with midcentury trends.  But never fear!  These Native-designed pieces are each a fusion of modern and tradition, and they'll work fabulously with vintage pieces with a little styling creativity!

Below are six examples of ways to work in Native pieces with your vintage looks:


The 40s Nomad

Native motif purse - A.D. Designs //  blue 40s dress,  Lila platformsbakelite bangles
I love this outfit combo!  The mix of Native American/Canadian trends with vintage is AWESOME!



Full Out Novelty
Eagle feather earrings - Kokum's Jewelry Box // purple shirtwaist dressProud Panache heel, black bag
I love this outfit combo!  The mix of Native American/Canadian trends with vintage is AWESOME!


Neutral Chic

Drelynn top - B. Yellowtail // black & taupe maxi skirt, floppy hat, black leather obi belt, Janie sandals
I love this outfit combo!  The mix of Native American/Canadian trends with vintage is AWESOME!


The Sassy Weekender

Ruby Red moccs - LL Designs // cigarette pants, Lily top, abstract headscarf
I love this outfit combo!  The mix of Native American/Canadian trends with vintage is AWESOME!



Girly Cute

Sparkle Pony earrings - Whurl Gurl // Dolly DressAstonish heel, DIY neon stud clutch 
I love this outfit combo!  The mix of Native American/Canadian trends with vintage is AWESOME!



The Winter Office Classic
Native print single button cowl scarf - DA3 Designs // Super Spy dress, suede pumps, vintage bracelet, 1960s velvet hat, black cherry brooch


I love this outfit combo!  The mix of Native American/Canadian trends with vintage is AWESOME!




Which look would you wear?  Do you have or have you seen any Native-made pieces you absolutely love?  How do you work not-obviously-vintage pieces into your vintage looks?

7 comments

  1. Great ideas! I love the option of being able to wear these styles in a tasteful and respectful fashion whilst also supporting the communities where they originate.

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  2. OMG super cute outfit ideas!! And I love this idea - I always try to incorporate my Indonesian culture into vintage outfits but it's not easy so I usually wear Indonesian batik as scarves, headscarves or wear Indonesian made jewelries.

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    1. True story, it isn't always easy! I feel this way about some of my East African stuff, too. It's tricky sometimes to work them in in a way that feels organic and uncontrived and "works."

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  3. These outfits are adorable! I love mixing in ethnic motifs (my big kick right now is Asian, but I also lean heavily towards middle eastern). (Thanks for showcasing some of the Royal Vintage shoes, too! <3)

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  4. I think it's awesome that you're bringing attention to Native designers and their pieces. I love the pieces you've featured here, I'll have to check out those lines.

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  5. Absolutely fantastic styling tips and ideas, dear Emileigh. Your love of ethnic/tradition styles and ones inspired by such is down right inspiration and makes me want to branch out and include even more such pieces in my own vintage wardrobe (thank you!).

    ♥ Jessica

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  6. I think you put together some good outfits. I think a lot of the styles that work are the more everyday vintage clothes. I just wish I had more cash for these things!

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