# Tribal Couture Ethnic and African Influences Spear Spring/Summer 2009 Fashions By Going Like Sixty | Published 2009-02-23 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tribal-fashion-ethnic-and-african-influences-grab-spring-summer-2009 References: [fashionising](http://www.fashionising.com/diary/p--Ethnic-tribal-trends-on-the-runway-SpringSummer-2009-Fashion-Photos-Videos-2329-30049.html) Boho is rocking for Spring/Summer 2009 fashion and African/ethnic influences are strong for the coming season too. Designers are looking all over the world for new looks: wild, animal prints team with earthy colors, and turbans top off many looks. The shapes of nature are updated in new wardrobe styles, and the fascination with global influences is highly evident. **Implications** - The latest wildlife themes in the fashion industry stem from the globalization of modern culture. Fashion designers are releasing collections filled with [tribal influences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brigade), [wild animal prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animalia) and [exotic fabric](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rahul-mishra) to appeal to the modern cosmopolitan consumer. Tribal fashion is found at every price point, from couture to budget-friendly diffusion lines. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Globalization of Fashion:** Fashion designers are incorporating tribal influences and exotic fabric to appeal to the modern cosmopolitan consumer. - **Wildlife Themes in Fashion:** Designers are releasing collections featuring wild animal prints, inspired by the shapes of nature and tribal influences. - **Ethnic and African Influences:** The fashion industry is embracing ethnic and African influences, with earthy colors and turbans making a strong appearance. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers can explore incorporating tribal influences and wildlife themes in their collections to cater to the modern cosmopolitan consumer. - **Textile and Fabric Manufacturing:** The demand for exotic fabric driven by the ethnic and African fashion influences presents an opportunity for textile and fabric manufacturers to expand their offerings. - **Accessories and Headwear:** The resurgence of turbans as a fashion trend opens up opportunities for accessory and headwear designers to create unique and stylish pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Bohemian Fashion Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiger-and-the-monkey.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Cult Film-Inspired High Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lion-king-collection.md) - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md) - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Middle Eastern-Inspired Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/act-ii-collection.md) - [Offbeat Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asos-inspired-by.md) - [Sustainable Statement Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animalia.md)