How did Cuban Fashion develop?

The Cuban fashion industry has been influenced by various periods in the country's history. The Taino, the indigenous people of Cuba, produced clothing using a variety of natural materials. With the Spanish colonial period, European influence and fashion entered the country. Later, in the 19th century, French influence began to determine fashion trends. Cuba's fashion industry began to develop in the early 20th century. During this period, urban Cubans began wearing clothing imported from Europe and America. After the revolution took place in 1959, the fashion industry underwent a great change. Post-revolutionary Cuba became a socialist country and the fashion industry was brought under state control. During this period, Cuba's fashion industry focused on producing state-sponsored collections and designs. Cuban fashion designers have taken an approach to producing simple and functional clothing. Post-revolutionary Cuban fashion often included styles influenced by military and workers' clothing. But in recent years, the Cuban fashion industry has begun to develop further. In particular, with the growth in the tourism sector and the increase of private enterprises, Cuban fashion has become more diverse and diverse. Local designers began to produce collections that combine traditional Cuban style with modern trends. The Cuban fashion industry takes an approach that focuses on the use of local materials and sustainability. By collaborating with local artists and craft makers, she strives to produce handmade and unique pieces. As a result, the Cuban fashion industry was influenced by various periods in its history and came under state control in the post-revolutionary period. However, in recent years, it has become more diverse and diverse with private initiatives and growth in the tourism sector.