In a society that is increasingly becoming more diverse, the need for ethnic fashion has never been more acute. Ethnic fashion trends come and go and can even vary from country to country. However, some of the most popular and current trends in fashion for U.S. consumers involve dressing for the seasons, finding out what is hot and what is not, and experimenting with color trends. Here are some of the latest ethnic fashion trends for this season, and what you can expect from your local shopping center this summer.
First and foremost among the many ethnic fashion trends affecting U.S. consumers right now is that of the “almond stain,” which uses a brown sugar base to create an exotic orange-red stain on anything from jeans to dresses. The trend is not exactly new, but it has only recently reached mainstream levels of popularity, largely because of the allure of the experiment as a new way to dress. Almond staining was a hot topic of discussion during the last major fashion shows in Los Angeles, so expect to see many photos on the runways of celebrities sporting the almond stain. The good thing about this trend is that it is very easy to get a good deal, with cheap jeans and dresses being sold at bargain prices; the bad thing is that the trend may be too wild for mainstream audiences.
Next on the list of the hottest and latest ethnic fashion trends for U.S. consumers are the zebra print. Zebra print was most popular in the 1980s when it was used to create short-sleeved shirts with large, uneven stripes, allowing the shirt to easily mimic the look of a wild animal. Today, the zebra print can be worn with almost any type of short and/or long skirt, which makes it the perfect accessory for the contemporary woman. It is especially great for women who want to make a statement without being too loud or obnoxious about their fashion choices. For example, this pattern can be paired with a short, capris skirt paired with a floral print top; the perfect combination of modern day youth and old school sophistication. This trend will only continue to grow in popularity as more ladies discover this simple but effective way to accessorize their wardrobe!