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Prison Uniforms (with Ear Hustle)

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The Rise of the Jumpsuit

After the black and white stripes, there was a regulatory system of clothing inmates according to crimes. Wearing orange became identifiable with bad behavior and criminality. As far as the jumpsuit is concerned, I think it's very easy and cheap to produce. And that all-in-one quality makes the jumpsuit unusually punishing for different groups.

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