Recycling gives Rio carnival costumes new life


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A member of the School of Samba Unidos de Capim Branco (ESUCAB) poses wearing a refurbished carnival costume in Capim Branco. Photos: Douglas Magno/AFP

Holding a dazzling jewel-encrusted crown decorated with green and orange feathers, Brazilian art teacher Regina Coeli places it on her head, making sure the fit is just right for her upcoming carnival parade.

She won't however be marching in the streets of Rio de Janeiro – where her sparkling crown was created, worn once and then thrown away.

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