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Beyond the realm of occupational stereotypes, the conversation underscores the particular insensitivity of costumes that appropriate or imitate Indigenous and Hispanic cultures. Native American and Hispanic communities have historically been subjected to stereotypes, misconceptions, and cultural erasure. Wearing costumes that mimic traditional dress—such as feathered headdresses or sombreros—without understanding their cultural significance can be deeply offensive, reinforcing harmful stereotypes and commodifying sacred symbols.