Corporate companies adopt Samoan cultural attire
Aotearoa's corporate world is experiencing a cultural shift as traditional Pacific attire, such as the ie faitaga [Pron: Ee-Eh Fye-Tuhng-Ah] for men and puletasi for women, are becoming a regular part of professional dress.
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