Xyantyisairah Burger - WdKA - Fashion [R]evolution
Willem de Kooning Academie
Module: US
Xyantyisairah Burger, Kulturu krosi, 2024,
Christianity vs Afro-spirituality
[…] Xyantyisairah presents the collection Kulturu krosi that explores the contradiction between Christianity and spirituality within the Afro-diaspora. [...]
Through bold designs, the collection seeks to honor these traditions and spark meaningful conversations about faith, culture and identity. Audiences are invited to experience a world beyond European standards and feel the vibrant atmosphere of Afro-diasporic religion and celebration.
The collection is influenced by both the ceremonial "Sunday’s Best" and traditional Surinamese Kotomisi attire, reinterpreted through the rich colors and patterns of Afro-Surinamese heritage. […]
Excerpt from press release by Xyantyisairah Burger
