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Based in  Johannesburg, the brand seeks to draw on its South African heritage, whilst subverting gendered codes of dressing. Presented on a cast of male models, Nao Serati collections are defined by their rich design elements more typically associated with womenswear, such as iridescence and shine  - through the use of Lurex, sequins, or PVC - as well as corset-style lacing, jumpsuits, and the colour pink, rendered in luscious materials such as silk and velvet. Silhouettes and styling are inspired by South African youth culture and sportswear.\r\n\nThis ensemble is a one-off creation, exhibiting Nao Serati’s inclination towards bold, gender-fluid tailoring with eye-catching textures. Here, pieces from a man’s working wardrobe are subverted;  the standard collared shirt and tie are rendered in glossy silver, and paired with exuberant flared trousers and jacket, both fabricated in a glittering  material of pink and aqua – a colour scheme intentionally chosen to celebrate gender-fluidity, mixing the masculine and feminine. The jacket is tied purposefully at the waist forming a peplum, a design feature usually reserved for womenswear.  The ensemble is styled with a bucket hat, a 1990s fashion reference that saw a revival in the 2020s.\r\n","physicalDescription":"Ensemble consisting of a trouser suit, shirt, tie, boots and hat. The shirt and tie are composed of a silver material; the trousers, jacket and hat are cut from lurex, in a pink and blue two-toned colourway. The jacket is belted, with an exagerated peplum, short-sleeves, and wide notched lapel. The trousers are generously flared, with a fly front and pressed front creases. 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