The Dapper Dressers of Congo

Dark Africa The Amazing Story of the Sapeur Dressers of Congo Have you ever seen someone dressed in a really fancy and colourful outfit? Almost all the time? In Congo a country in Central Africa, there’s a special group of people called the Sapeurs who are famous for their incredible style! Let’s go visit Congo, the fun world of Sapeurs and learn how they became so stylish. Who is a Sapeur? A Sapeur is someone who loves fashion and dresses in the most beautiful clothes. They wear bright colours, fancy hats, and shiny shoes. Imagine wearing your best costume every day! Sapeurs believe that how you dress shows who you are on the inside. They want to look good and feel good, no matter what. Where Did This Tradition Come From? The Sapeur tradition started a long time ago in Congo, especially in her capital city Kinshasa. The demure outlook of the Congo people didn't allow for a colourful outlook on life, but some people wanted to change that! A movement of indiv...