The braided bunch: identity politics or fashion? What does it matter?
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The elaborate braided hairstyles of African women have undergone a change in social significance mirroring the impact of industrialization. Nigerian photographer J.D. 'Okhai Ojeikere discusses his exhibit of pictures detailing more than 100 of the elaborate styles.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 2001
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... and this little piggy
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Issues concerning the attitudes of people to their feet are presented. The care of feet, pedicures and the correct fitting of shoes are discussed. Advice is given on the treatment of toenails infected with a fungus.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 2000
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Selling indulgences: in the life of the deserving rich, it was always thus
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Clive Christian, maker of the self-styled "world's most expensive perfume," insists that, despite the recession, his luxury brand will be easily imprinted on American markets.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 2001
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