# Culturally Inclusive Streetwear Akomplice and Nacho Becerra Dropped the Mi Bandera Collection By Amy Duong | Published 2018-06-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mi-bandera References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/akomplice-mi-bandera-capsule/) & [webstore.akomplice-clothing](http://webstore.akomplice-clothing.com/all) Akomplice worked in partnership with Mexican-American artist Nacho Becerra on a [unique capsule collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/labrum-x-john-lewis) entitled 'Mi Bandera.' The capsule highlights [unity and projects solidarity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/libertas) and respect for the Mexican culture and heritage that exists in the United States. There is a massive emphasis on love, togetherness and brotherhood with the range and Mi Bandera stands against the broad categorization of Mexican archetypes. It aims to celebrate the infusion of two cultures and it shows this idea through a highlighting item -- the US flag merged with the Mexican traditional serape fabric. Becarra explains that this flag is designed to represent everyone who strives to be legal in the beautiful country of United States. The special collection also features [hoodies, t-shirts, hats and jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neighborhood-x-chito), all of which boast the respective flag design. The lookbook showcases the pieces with models of all ages, genders and ethnicities to further represent unity. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Culturally Inclusive Streetwear:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create clothing that celebrates and respects different cultures, promoting unity and inclusivity. - **Unity and Solidarity in Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to collaborate with artists to create collections that highlight unity, love, and togetherness. - **Representation in Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to showcase diversity by featuring models of all ages, genders, and ethnicities in their campaigns. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can tap into the trend of culturally inclusive streetwear, creating collections that celebrate and respect different cultures. - **Art:** Artists can collaborate with fashion brands to create unique and meaningful capsule collections that promote unity and solidarity. - **Advertising:** Advertising agencies can work with fashion brands to develop campaigns that showcase diversity and representation in the fashion industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mexican Beer-Inspired Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fighting-spirit.md) - [Culturally Backed Fashion Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brigade.md) - [Streetwear Sports Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brigade-x-new-york-giant.md) - [Collectible Tequila Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paisaboys.md) - [Inclusive Culture-Honoring Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bricks-wood.md) - [Family-Focused Streetwear Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patron-tequila-1.md) - [Sporty Collaborative Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/born-x-raised-1.md) - [Hand-Embroidered Jersey Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/someone-somewhere.md) - [Airbrushed Americana Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acidic-americana.md)