# Authentic Ceremony Captures The 'A Bishop Pow Wow' Set Features Native U.S. Photos By Jordy E | Published 2012-04-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-bishop-pow-wow References: [vice](http://www.vice.com/en_ca/read/bishop-pow-wow) VICE Magazine's 'A Bishop Pow Wow' spread captures an incredible Bishop, California Native American celebration. In what has become an annual event, the pow wow is now recognized as a highly symbolic phenomenon and is frequently referenced for its mesmerizing display of bright and authentic tribal fashion. The yearly California pow wow has brought together Canadian and American [Native American cultures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-solstice-indigenous-festival). Through sets of [traditional dance and song](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opa-collection), the international groupings have displayed their time-honored skills. Author of A Bishop Pow Wow Samuel Zide has taken note of the association's [distinct ensembles which are hand-crafted](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paka-1) and frequently passed down from one generation to the next. While this is an essential aspect of the Native American mantra, it furthermore exhibits the way in which distinct practices may be preserved. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Cultural Showcase:** Companies can create events or experiences that celebrate and showcase different cultures to promote diversity and inclusivity. - **Handmade Artistry:** Businesses can support artisanal craft industries and showcase handmade goods to promote sustainability and uniqueness. - **Cross-cultural Collaboration:** Opportunities exist for companies to collaborate across cultures to create something new and innovative that draws from diverse perspectives. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Native American fashion artisans and designers can partner with fashion companies to create unique and culturally authentic designs. - **Tourism:** Cultural festivals, such as pow wows, can be promoted as tourist attractions to drive economic growth in local communities. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can incorporate traditional cultural practices into events and experiences to create unique and memorable experiences for attendees. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cultural Storytelling Womenswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ay-lelum-the-good-house-of-design.md) - [Indigenous-Owned Holiday Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aaniin-popup.md) - [Indigenous Form Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gabriel-chaile.md) - [Indigenous-Designed Haircare Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alanah-jewell.md) - [Culturally Influenced Summer Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcteryx-3.md) - [Open-Source IPA Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bow-and-arrow.md) - [Native Art Retail Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wachiya-boutique.md) - [Indigenous-Owned Self Care Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ravensong.md) - [Western Mountain Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bishops-lodge.md)