At first, Ortiz said she'd never really thought of her style as having a Latin stamp. But once she thought about some of the celebrities whose looks inspire what she and some of her friends wear, she acknowledged the influence stars of Latin descent are having. Black pants and a tight white shirt. Ortiz said the attraction of popular Latin-inspired fashion is its departure from muted tones and shapeless fashions that have prevailed in previous years. Before, everyone was wearing things big and loose.
Latin music is so hot right now, though.
Of course, Ricky Martin could wear a trash bag and people would still copy him. When she goes shopping, Ortiz, a Del Mar College student, said she is often attracted to fashions similar to those she sees in her favorite music videos. For some shoppers, bright, flashy fashions might seem intimidating. Not for Ortiz. I'm not afraid or embarrassed to wear these things.