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The Society of Ambiance Makers and Elegant Persons
99% Invisible
Dress to Defy Reality
The Saphors, Congolese individuals, dress in stylish and colorful attire, blending European suits with traditional African influences, to defy the negative stereotypes and struggles they face due to colonization and underdevelopment. This act of dressing up symbolizes agency and a defiance of their circumstances, providing a unique form of rebellion known as dapper agitation. By redefining formal wear, the Saphors challenge the historical norms imposed by colonizers and transform the meaning of European attire in a bold and empowering manner.
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