By Gigi Hadid’s Melania Trump impersonation into the close of New York label Suno, these are the top international fashion news reports of the week.
Urban Outfitters and Navajo Nation Reach Settlement Agreement
Following a five-year legal conflict, Urban Outfitters has reached a settlement deal with the Navajo Nation. The suit, which was registered back in 2012, considered an array made be Urban Outfitters which was labelled as “Navajo”. The selection of clothing and accessories, including items such as panties and flasks, additionally featured signature layouts of the Nation, leading to claims of cultural appropriation.
“We believe in protecting our Nation, our leaders, designs, prayers, and way of life,” said Navajo Nation president, Russell Begaye, in a statement. “We expect that any company taking into consideration the usage of the Navajo title our designs or motifs, will inquire for our consent.”
Regardless of the long-lasting battle, any ill wishes between both parties appear to be long gone. In fact, Urban Outfitters allegedly has plans to collaborate with the Navajo Nation on a new jewellery range.
