THE PEOPLE BEFORE ME

The people before me is a project that showcases how one person can represent the impact and traits of their ancestors through traditional clothing.

Ukraine

In this episode, Lilya Molodetsakaya shares her fascinating story about the people before her, Ukraine's traditional on fleek fashion and her culture!

Russia

In this episode, Ksenia Duesbury shares her heartbreaking story about her grandfather fighting in the war, debunks Russian stereotypes and showcases her sarafan style dress worn ages ago by Russians.

Nigeria

In this episode, Anthonia Igbomor shares her life as a Nigerian princess, the development of Nigeria and showcases her gele (head tie).

Lilya Molodetsakaya

In this episode, Lilya Molodetsakaya shares her fascinating story about the people before her, Ukraine's traditional on fleek fashion and her culture!

Ksenia Duesbury

In this episode, Ksenia Duesbury shares her heartbreaking story about her grandfather fighting in the war, debunks Russian stereotypes and showcases her sarafan style dress worn ages ago by Russians.

Anthonia Igbomor

In this episode, Anthonia Igbomor shares her life as a Nigerian princess, the development of Nigeria and showcases her gele (head tie).

BEHIND THE SCENES

Follow Tyra behind the scenes of creating the project 'The People Before Me' at Sheffield Botanical Garden. See the photos taken by the talented Alwin Greyson and the hardworking Culture Scoop team.