Global Catwalk

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Series: Latitudes
Length: 51:26

On this episode of Latitudes, we take you on a global catwalk, talking about fashion and style in all corners of the world. Read the full description.

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_09 From high fashion to high-tops, we talk about how the world creates, sells and wears clothes. What’s stylish in the Middle East? We hear about lingerie in Saudi Arabia and an up and coming Iraqi designer. Also, we discuss suffering in the name of fashion and beauty in Ghana and in Turkey.

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From high fashion to high-tops, we talk about how the world creates, sells and wears clothes. What’s stylish in the Middle East? We hear about lingerie in Saudi Arabia and an up and coming Iraqi designer. Also, we discuss suffering in the name of fashion and beauty in Ghana and in Turkey.