The Designer Behind Congo’s World Cup Leopard Suits Travels To See the Team Make History
Dubbed the “Moniama” suit, the design is cut from silk crepe and features a double-breasted, single-button front, sharply sloped shoulders, and a softly sculpted waist. Mak’s signature trompe-l’oeil collar and a leopard-print velvet panel bring together cultural symbolism and technical tailoring. To complete the look, he designed a star-shaped bag intended to represent Congo’s ambitions at the tournament....















