Meet the Powerhouse Redefining Indigenous Fashion: Kelly Holmes Breaks Barriers with Native Max!

Flip through the eye-catching world of fashion mags out there, and Native faces are as rare as a unicorn – enter the game-changer: Kelly Holmes! Fed up with the snubs and sneers of the fashion biz, this Mnicoujou Lakota powerhouse from the Cheyenne River Reservation, who started modeling at 16, was determined to spin the spotlight back on Indigenous style.

Ever been critiqued for being "too exotic-looking?" Holmes has. But instead of wasting time on their doubts, she created her own vibrant universe: Native Max Magazine. This is where Indigenous fashion struts its stuff, proving that traditional and trendy walk hand in hand.

Flash back to the roots of Holmes' passion – her grandmother. Despite surviving boarding school attempts to erase her culture, Holmes' grandmother held fast to their language and stories. Her secret style weapon? Sewing her own clothes!

In the twelve years since its bold debut, Native Max has become a dazzling media empire! From digital editions to edgy video series and jaw-dropping fashion shows, it's a must-follow for anyone curious about the Native American vibe that's redefining pop culture and art.

Fans are floored by the magazine’s modern flair - proving it’s no easy task for a small biz! The mastermind, Holmes, juggles everything from styling to marketing, designing to making events unforgettable. Picture this: a fashion show on Nov. 20 at Denver International Airport – mark it down!

"Fashion isn't just fabric," Holmes declares. "It's our tale, our culture. It's survival and the future." Intrigued? Dive into the world of Native Max and let the stories walk the runway of your mind.