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Sacred threads

Social Fabric S1 E11

Along with musician Johnny P, Kyle heads to Brooklyn Circus to get dressed up for church. He sees how Islamic threads are being modernised at 5ive Pillars, and explores the history of the Sikh turban.

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Jeans
26 min
The definition of a wardrobe staple, denim is as diverse as the people who wear it. Kyle Ng travels to Japan, Los Angeles and California, USA to see the past and future of this fashion icon.
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The T-shirt
24 min
A piece of clothing that defines every generation, Kyle Ng explores the history of the t-shirt.
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Sneakers
24 min
Sneakers are more than just foot coverings – they're a way of life. Kyle Ng explores the soul of these soles.
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The fedora
26 min
Can the fedora be cool again? Kyle Ng meets up with the people at the heart of hat culture to find out.
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Plaid
26 min
A pattern to unite the world, Kyle Ng travels from the United States to Scotland and Kenya looking for plaid.
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Cowboy boots
25 min
An American style that now spans the globe, Kyle Ng digs his heels in to learn all about the cowboy boot.
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The leather jacket
25 min
A bit of cowhide that never fails to stand out, the leather jacket is a style icon the world over.
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Pants
25 min
Everyone wears them, but who makes the wildest ones? Kyle Ng is on the hunt for the craziest pants on earth.
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The suit
24 min
The most infamous piece of men's clothing ever, the suit has changed the world of fashion forever.
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Bling
25 min
Kyle Ng explores the global appeal of bling and jewellery with a rapper, a rock star and some Kenyans.
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Watching
Sacred threads
24 min
Could 'Sunday Best' be the next big trend? Kyle Ng goes to church to see how faith is influencing fashion.
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Camouflage
25 min
Is camo for blending in or standing out? Kyle Ng learns the fashion and the function of the tactical pattern.