Space A Barcelona

A striking sense of style contrasts vividly with the precariousness of his livelihood; collecting discarded objects from the street to resell for survival.

His carefully composed appearance, from the coordination of colors to the precision of his posture, conveys a profound commitment to self-presentation. Within migratory contexts, fashion becomes far more than aesthetic embellishment: it functions as a vital practice of dignity, resilience, and self-affirmation.

This sensibility is deeply connected to broader traditions of African fashion, where adornment and dress have long held cultural, spiritual, and political significance. Clothing communicates belonging, creativity, and pride, even within systems of displacement. The subject’s ensemble reflects this heritage, demonstrating how personal style persists, adapts, and even flourishes amid scarcity.

His choice to appear “well put together” transforms everyday survival into a statement of agency; clothing and accessories emerge as symbolic tools for navigating the fractures of migration.

Maintaining one’s appearance is not merely a gesture of vanity but an act of defiance and care; an insistence on continuity, visibility, and respect.

Through the simple ritual of dressing, he reclaims control over his narrative, asserting that beauty, identity, and self worth can endure despite instability.