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MY name is Lisette Mercedes. My favorite Latin icon is Frida Kahlo. she was known for her genuinely personal and vibrant self portraits. her work was noticeable by bold colors and surreal elements, often explored themes of identity, pain, and the human experience, influenced by her struggle with chronic illness and her Mexican heritage. Kahlo's style and unapologetic expression of both physical and emotional suffering have made her an iconic figure in art and feminism.

Something that I want to learn in this class is about Latin designer and how they are emerging in the fashion industry today.

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Hello, my name is Tiera Givens. One of my favorite Latin Americans is Jennifer Lopez. She is an actress, singer, dancer, and businesswoman. I chose Jennifer because she is very entertaining in a lot of the things she does. The way she dresses is outgoing and different which I can relate to her fashion. Her concerts are fun and energizing and I loved her movie where she played Selena Quintanilla who was a Mexican American entertainer whose style of fashion also played a part in how people dress still currently.

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Hi, my name is Rachell Jorge. My favorite Latin icon is Young Miko, a Puerto Rican reggaeton artist. She is shedding light on the LGBTQ community in a positive way along with highlighting the different forms the queer community comes in. She is bringing all these aspects to the forefront via her music, fashion and over all style.

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Hi, my name is Rachell Jorge. My favorite Latin icon is Young Miko, a Puerto Rican reggaeton artist. She is shedding light on the LGBTQ community in a positive way along with highlighting the different forms the queer community comes in. She is bringing all these aspects to the forefront via her music, fashion and over all style.

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Hi, I'm Feny Wu Li. My top Latin American fashion icon is Carolina Herrera. She's a famous Venezuelan-American designer famous for her classic elegance and stylish looks. I really like the traditional Venezuelan skirt with its pretty ruffles and wide hem. It makes me think of parties and celebrations because it was a sign of happiness when someone wore it for special events when I was growing up.

I picked these because they show how tradition and elegance come together in both modern fashion and cultural traditions.

This semester, I want to find out more about the cultural things that affect Latin American fashion. And I'm excited to learn about the different customs, cultures, and beliefs of Latin America.

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Hi, my name is Crystal Sanchez. One of my favorite Latin American pieces of fashion is the rebozo, in Mexico or at least where i am from they are used either as an accessory or it has the purpose to help women carry their child. There are diverse types of rebozos such as ones that are embroidered by hand and those are usually the ones that are used as accessories. The reason I love this rebozo is because there are different versions of this. My mom owns a rebozo that she used to carry me and my younger siblings when we were babies. What I hope to learn from this class is different fashion styles in different Latin countries and not just from my native country, as well as learning how certain trends are adapted into a new version either for the better or for the worse.

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Women's Embroidered Poncho-- Puebla, Mexico

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Hey, my name is Ricardo Medina. My favorite piece of Latin American Fashion is the traditional mariachi outfit. A charro or outfit or suit is a style of dress originating in Mexico and based on the clothing of a type of horseman, the charro. Part of the reason why I chose this outfit was due to how iconic it is. You don't need to know much about Mexican culture to know what a mariachi is. Some things I hope to learn is how fashion was influenced due to colonization and what cultural value some garments are given by it's people.

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Hi, my name is Lizaida Portillo. My favorite Latin American fashion icon is Angela Aguilar. She comes from a very well-known Mexican family because of their music. She stands out in her family because of the outfits she wears. To my liking, they are very extra and beautiful. She always goes out when it comes to her outfits as you can tell in this image. The dresses are very screaming "I am proud to be Mexican." I'm not Mexican but I love their culture. I find fashion as a great way to express our culture and our roots.

Two things I hope to learn from this class this semester are how culture from Latin America influenced fashion. Also, I want to know about the different Latin American designers and their growth in the industry.

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Hey, my name is Daniela Orquera. My favorite Latin American piece of fashion is the Panama Hat, they are hats made of toquilla straw, their origin is from the Ecuadorian coast, therefore they are part of most of the typical Ecuadorian costumes, and their use and way of moving it in dances or greetings have different meanings. Many times, their name confuses everybody because they are called Panama hats. I chose this piece because I´m Ecuadorian and have seen how hats are made; I have used them in events for presentations of typical folkloric dances and because also in Ecuador wearing a Panama Hat with daily clothes is synonymous of STYLE.

Something I want to learn this semester is how Latin American culture and people influence fashion around the world.

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Hello, my name is Karen Guzman. My favorite Latin American piece of clothing is this traditional dress from Mexico. This dress typically goes by the name "vestido Indita" and is commonly worn by children on the 12th of December in Mexico on the celebration of the Virgin Mary's birthday. I chose this piece of clothing because, like other traditional clothing in Mexico, it represents the rich culture and identity of the country as well as its traditions, I love the vibrant colors that are used in this clothing piece and the time that goes into elaborating this dress. This semester I would like to learn about other Latin American countries and their culture and how their clothing influences the fashion industry.

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Hi, my name is Stephanie. My favorite Latin American piece of fashion are these pretty Sinaloa dresses. These dresses come in different colors and flower patterns with lace, ruffles, and ribbons. Also, these dresses are used during Folkloric dances, which are dances danced in church festivals honoring the Virgin Mary and Mexico's Independence Day. I chose these dresses because when I was a child I had the opportunity to dance Ballet Folkloricos and wear and dance in these beautiful dresses. It was an enjoyable way to represent my culture.

Something I want to learn this semester is how has Latin American culture influenced fashion. I also want to learn about the different fashion designers in Latin America.

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My name is Michelle Wu Zhang. My favorite Latin American fashion icon is Corina Smith, a talented singer from Venezuela. I admire her music for its soft and R&B style. This year, she is embarking on her world concert tour, "Triste Pero Siempre Mami," which includes performances across South America, the USA, and Europe. As a devoted fan, I feel immense pride in her career achievements and her journey to success. I first started listening to Corina Smith's music in 2016. Her fashion sense also captivates me, I love how she combines Y2K styles, corsets, and bow ties to create her unique look. In this class I want to explore the diverse cultural influences that shape Latin American fashion and how they contribute to the global fashion scene.

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Hello my name is Kayla. My favorite Latin icon is bad bunny. I chose bad bunny because he’s proud of his roots and he’s always giving back to his people. Ever since He entry the industry it has been a game changer for fashion and recognization for Latin music. Some things I hope to learn in the semester are Latin designers and garments that are used.

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My name is Samantha Madariaga.

My favorite Latin American piece of fashion is the Virgen Mary Poncho, which is essentially a wool material "sweater" which keeps you warm in the cold nights. However, this poncho is used to represent our love for the virgin Mary when it comes to celebrate her birthday on December 12th. I come from a catholic region which is why I value the Virgin Mary and try to embrace my religion.

Two things I want to learn during the semester are (1) fashion in other Latin America countries and (2) cultures of other Latin America countries how it has evolved through the course of time and how the culture is still kept within the country.

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My name is Andrea Karolina Polanco Lamiña,

My favorite Latin American fashion icon is Salma Hayek! I liked her because she is very authentic to herself and has always been proud of her roots. I want to learn more about different fashion icons and the culture behind Latin American garments.