Abstract
In the global textile and fashion scene, cultural
appropriation has become belligerent. In this study, it
refers to when native designs and patterns are used
frequently in textile and fashion designs without
permission, proper acknowledgment, or understanding of
the cultural significance behind these elements. This study
explores the phenomenon of cultural appropriation
through the lens of Nigerian indigenous motifs as they
appear in global contemporary textile and fashion designs.
This is qualitative research. It employed the use of
observations, desk methodology and interviews to collect
some data. It examines how traditional Nigerian patterns,
symbols, and textiles are integrated into international
fashion, often detached from their cultural origins and
meanings. The study highlights the tension between
cultural appreciation and appropriation, considering
issues of intellectual property, identity, and power
dynamics. It found out the impact on Nigerian artisans and
communities, and revealed the broader implications for
cultural appreciation, preservation and respect in the
Updated Bibliography
APA 7th Edition
Chudi-Duru, C. (2025). A fusion of Akwete-Igbo woven fabrics and batik inspired by Uli-Igbo motifs for contemporary fashion: Imperative for economic sustainability. Ideal International Journal of Igbo Scholars Forum for Socio-Cultural Advancement (INC.), 18(4), 1–13.