Nairobi’s Fashion Elite Dazzle at the Glamorous Fashion High Tea 2023

Fashion High Tea 2023: A Dazzling Celebration of Style, Charity, and Glamour, Nairobi’s fashion scene reached its pinnacle on Saturday, February 25th, as the highly anticipated Fashion High Tea 2023 unfolded at the serene and stylish Zen Garden. Despite the sweltering heat of February, the event lived up to its reputation as the city’s most glamorous, extravagant, and fashionable affair. A crowd composed of Nairobi’s most influential figures from fashion, media, politics, and entertainment gathered to sip on carefully curated drinks from gin and bubbles to whiskey and beer while savoring an assortment of gourmet snacks and sweet treats. But it wasn’t just the beverages and bites that made the event unforgettable; the fashion was, without question, the star of the show.

Fashion High Tea 2023: A Dazzling Celebration of Style, Charity, and GlamourNairobi's highly anticipated Fashion High Tea returned in dazzling style on Saturday, February 25th, transforming the Zen Garden into a haven of glamour, extravagance, and impeccable style.#nairobifashionhub #fashion

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The attendees, a dynamic mix of women and men, effortlessly showcased their style prowess. From bold, statement-making pieces to sophisticated, understated elegance, the guests understood the assignment each outfit a testament to the level of sophistication that has come to define Fashion High Tea year after year. The event provided the perfect platform for fashion lovers and industry professionals to mingle, forge new connections, and celebrate all things chic.

Created by the powerhouse duo, sisters Shivani and Payal Radia, the event has become a tradition that marks the start of Nairobi’s fashion calendar. As the co-founders of Zen Garden, the venue that hosted the event, and the masterminds behind Fashion High Tea, the Radia sisters have made it their mission to blend high fashion with a noble cause. This year’s gathering was no different, as the event stood as a fusion of luxury, philanthropy, and style.

More than just a fashion spectacle, the event seamlessly blends style with philanthropy, raising funds for worthy causes. This year, Fashion High Tea proudly supported the Kenya Women & Children’s Wellness Centre (KWCWC), an organization dedicated to supporting survivors of gender-based violence.

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A notable aspect of Fashion High Tea 2023 is its dedication to giving back. This year, proceeds from the event went to the Kenya Women & Children’s Wellness Centre (KWCWC), a pivotal organization committed to aiding survivors of gender-based violence. The KWCWC is currently working towards the construction of a Gender Violence Recovery Centre (GVRC) on a 10-acre plot of land near the Northern Bypass, behind USIU. In the interim, the center is actively engaging in sensitization programs and educational initiatives designed to raise awareness and build capacity within the Kasarani region. The efforts of KWCWC are vital, as they aim to provide support and healing for those affected by violence, while also fostering a deeper understanding of gender equality and justice in Kenya.

The event was a resounding success, not only as a style celebration but also as a powerful reminder of the role fashion plays in supporting meaningful social change. From start to finish, Fashion High Tea 2023 was a reminder that fashion is not only about what we wear, but about the causes we support and the communities we uplift.

The 2023 Fashion High Tea proved to be a resounding success, a testament to the Radia sisters' vision and the vibrant fashion scene in Nairobi.

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