# Empowering Festival Style Videos AFROPUNK FEST Showcases Some Iconic Looks This Year By Amy Duong | Published 2019-12-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afropunk-fest References: [festicket](https://www.festicket.com/festivals/afropunk-fest-brooklyn/2019/) & [youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZheMHPvoOk) AFROPUNK FEST Brooklyn is the result of what originally started off as a DIY movement -- it started as a response to feeling left out or to cater to a desire of belonging. It is now recognized as one of the globe's most well known cultural movements that blend [art, music, and activism](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-x-snipes) together to tell an inspiring and empowering message. The festival attracted over 60,000 attendees every year to celebrate [black culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-beautybrand) and giving back to a community that has historically been marginalized. The empowering festival is captured in a [bold and vibrant video](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-basel-miami-beach) that showcases the beautiful outfits put together by guests and performers to highlight the beauty of the entire community. Image Credit: AFROPUNK FEST ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **DIY Movement:** There is an opportunity to create online platforms or apps that empower individuals to create their own cultural movements and communities. - **Art, Music, and Activism:** Businesses can explore creating innovative experiences and products that combine these three elements to inspire and empower communities. - **Celebrating Diversity:** There is a growing demand for events and platforms that celebrate and highlight the beauty of diverse cultures and communities. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to collaborate with cultural movements and festivals to showcase unique and empowering styles. - **Event Planning:** Event organizers can create experiences that blend art, music, and activism to create inclusive and empowering festivals or events. - **Social Media:** With the popularity of festival-style videos and online communities, social media platforms can work on innovative features and tools to enhance user experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Groundbreaking Accessible Cultural Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accessfest.md) - [All-Black Touring Burlesque Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touring-burlesque-company.md) - [Afro-Canadian Cultural Celebrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kuumba-2024.md) - [Inclusion-Focused Design Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-3.md) - [LED-Infused Festival Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinsel-arcade.md) - [Vegan-Based Music Festivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegandale.md) - [Caribbean Influencer Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carnival-oasis-2023.md) - [Online Lifestyle-Inspired Street Festivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/street-life-festival.md) - [African Fashion Futures Incubators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/african-fashion-futures-incubator.md)