Native Max Takes the Northwest: 3rd Annual Indigenous Fashion Show
Native Max is returning to the Pacific Northwest for the 3rd Annual Native Max Takes the Northwest Fashion Show, taking place Friday, November 28, 2025, in Tacoma, WA.
The Original Native Fashion Show: The Crow Fair Parade
The Crow Fair Parade is more than a cultural celebration—it’s a living fashion show where heritage and style intertwine in a spectacular display of craftsmanship and pride. Held annually in Montana by the Apsáalooke (Crow) Nation, this mile-long procession showcases the stunning beadwork and regalia that riders and their horses wear, making it one of the most celebrated fashion events in Indian Country. In this story, we delve into the intricate artwork, the deep-rooted traditions, and the modern twists that make the Crow Fair Parade a breathtaking fusion of fashion and culture.
“The World Is Our Oyster”: Loren Waters on Native Cinema, Healing, & Holding Space for Her People
Filmmaker Loren Waters (Cherokee Nation/Kiowa) is redefining what Indigenous storytelling looks like in film and media. From her Sundance-winning short Tiger to her work on Reservation Dogs and Killers of the Flower Moon, Waters is forging a path that’s rooted in culture, community, and care. In this powerful interview, she reflects on her journey, her next chapter in narrative filmmaking, and how she’s using her platform to create lasting change for future generations.
Introducing First American Girl: Doll Box Series, Newest Work by Cara Romero
Just in time for the buzz of Santa Fe Indian Market, the Institute of Contemporary Art Santa Fe proudly unveils “Introducing: Fawn”, the latest work from the First American Girl: Doll Box Series — a powerful and layered portrait of Fawn Douglas (Las Vegas Paiute Tribe), created in collaboration with the artist herself. Opening Friday, […]
SWAIA Announces 2025 Native Fashion Shows During Santa Fe Indian Market
Experience the power of Indigenous fashion at the 2025 SWAIA Native Fashion Shows. From an exclusive gala runway by Patricia Michaels to a bold designer showcase featuring Jamie Okuma, Lauren Good Day, and more—these events celebrate Native style, culture, and creativity at its finest.
Theia Delivers Scathing Haka on New Single ‘Hoki Whenua Mai (Return The Land)’
Award-winning Māori artist Theia unleashes a powerful new anthem with ‘Hoki Whenua Mai (Return The Land)’, blending traditional haka, haunting visuals, and fierce Indigenous storytelling. The bilingual protest song calls for the return of stolen land while spotlighting the overlooked traumas of colonization—especially those endured by wāhine Māori. With this release, Theia continues to redefine the sound of Indigenous resistance.
UPLIFT: The Indigenous Fashion Renaissance Set to Debut in Santa Fe, August 2025
UPLIFT: The Indigenous Fashion Renaissance is a powerful two-night event honoring Indigenous designers, models, and veterans through cutting-edge fashion and cultural storytelling. Held during Santa Fe’s Indian Market season, this free celebration offers a bold new platform for Indigenous creatives—centered on sustainability, innovation, and community healing.
SWAIA’s 2025 Native Fashion Show Returns to Indian Market with Groundbreaking Designers & Creative Visionaries
The 2025 SWAIA Native Fashion Show brings bold Indigenous design to the runway, with standout collections from Jamie Okuma, Lauren Good Day, Penny Singer, Osamuskwasis, and Jontay Kham. Co-produced by Dallin Maybee and Peshawn Bread, the show promises powerful storytelling through fashion.
Fashion in Full Force: Native Fashion Week SF Breaks U.S. Record, Redefines Indigenous-Driven Fashion
Over four days of Native Fashion Week SF, 30 designers unveiled 600 original looks on 150 models, attracting more than 7,000 attendees to Santa Fe, New Mexico.
‘Everybody’s Bolos’: Unique Exhibition of Bolo Ties by 30 Artists Explore Craft, Agency & Gender
Everybody’s Bolos features creations by 30 contemporary artists exploring craft, agency and gender through bolo ties. The exhibition is co-curated by metalsmith Hannah Reynoso Toussaint; metalsmith, educator and decorative arts scholar Ana M. Lopez; and jeweler, educator and curator Brian Fleetwood (Muscogee Creek Nation).
