Perth's freshly fashioned African designs

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Credit: Rodwell Nagara

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Fashion designers of African descent in Perth are using their work to give culture new life in the form of cutting edge designs. The outfits offering those with roots to the continent the chance to proudly celebrate their heritage and introduce others to the styles.

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