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Theme for August 2025: Understanding Cultural Appropriation

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Aug 12

Within the travel articles written by Anglo-American journalists, Latin American countries are depicted as exotic utopias of mystery where the sun shines bright.

Aug 11

Oaxaca vs Willy Chavarría/Adidas, Africa vs Shein & Temu, India as the world’s fashion factory, and more…

Aug 6

Ojo Agi’s work critically examines identity, placemaking, and practices of care.

Aug 3

The latest denim uproar, how to wear First Nation fashion, a South African Chrome extension that fights AI beauty standards, and more…

Aug 1

Soaking up Bogotá, new upcoming projects, and more…

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