Gentlemen Of Bacongo

This book of photography by Daniele Tamagni focuses on The Sapeurs a group of well dressed dandies from The Congo. Designer clothes and accessories by Pierre Cardin, Roberto Cavalli, Dior, Fendi, Gaultier, and Gucci are the weapons in a nonviolent street war to determine who is the most stylish. The result is a vibrant and unique style not seen anywhere else in the world.

Tags: Bacongo, Fashion, Gentlemen, Of, Photography

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Comment by Kendall Erin on December 13, 2009 at 12:14pm: very nice.

Comment by Rachel Anne on December 11, 2009 at 2:16pm: This is just amazing. Vibrant, breathtaking, bold, and exhilirating to see. Bravo, gents!

Comment by sAm on December 11, 2009 at 1:45pm: So cool, I agree with Alice. No fear of color makes it even more unique.

Comment by Inka Leoni on December 11, 2009 at 10:51am: I saw a documentary about this. It is taken very seriously. The way they display their clothing is one that is a mix between dance, fashion show and theatre. It's a matter of honour...how a man carries himself. It has turned into a tradition which is passed down from father to son.

Comment by alice on December 11, 2009 at 10:45am: love how they're not afraid of color. now this is what you call....stylin'!

Comment by Kyle Higgins on December 11, 2009 at 10:39am: pimpin!

Comment by Charles on December 11, 2009 at 10:25am: that's pretty dope. I like to see people go all out