F E AT U R E S
B AC K TO
B L AC K
The popularity of a colourful, culturally
rooted Afrikan fashion trend is bringing
the best out of traditional weddings.
3
1 Saturdays is finally upon us and
this means a lot of different things
to different people – rest, parties
and of course, WEDDINGS! If it’s
been a while since you’ve seen
a couple tie the knot, you’ll probably
be surprised at how traditional African
apparel has made a formidable comeback
at these auspicious occasions.
Award winning author/journalist, Adam
Levin says by wearing clothes we
“subconsciously interpret the weight,
texture and story of a piece of cloth.” So,
what does the reemergence of traditional
gear actually mean?
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