Clara Kronborg, Founder and Host of Women’s world show arrived to Kenya for the making of entrepreneurs in the show. This took place in Nairobi on the 4th of December 2019 in collaboration with Delight Tailoring fashion and design Academy (known as Delight Africa Kenya)
Clara Kronborg, Founder and Host of Women’s world show
Making of entrepreneur in women’s world show is focused on promoting the positive impact /role of skilled African women in the socioeconomic development of Africa.
By supporting as little as we can in bridging the constraints lack of capital and supporting a woman with no means of education with our strategy FUNDING, BRANDING AND MENTORING. In doing so, we hope to accelerate the number of Female entrepreneurs throughout Africa and strengthen African female entrepreneurial ecosystem.
For this segment, ‘’ making of entrepreneurs ’’, we travel around African countries, where we choose a certain skill depending on hand works women are involved in within the country. We collaborate with organizations, companies or individuals whose goals aligns with ours for this process. It is done by setting a mini competition among 5 to 10 women, where the winner wins a start up fund and cash value if 1000 USD.
The Theme for the fashion designer series in Kenya was a Cocktail dress with a significant touch of Kenya. Where Miss Debra Ang’awa emerged the winner of women’s world show Making of entrepreneurs, Kenya edition, the Fashion designers series 2019.
She stood out with her creative skill but mostly for her Business strategy to stand out in fashion industry in Kenya and beyond.
‘’ We are coming back to Kenya ’’, Clara says, because the young women here are filled with zeal and desire to add to the development of Africa. And our return will be bigger, as we will be making more than one woman this time. Our plan starting 2020,
The goal is to make 50 entrepreneurs per annul for the next 5 years, by visiting 6 African countries every year, invest $10000 on 10 female entrepreneurs in each country, with the sum total of $60000 on 50 female entrepreneurs annually. All these are made possible through our investors, partners, collaborators and we want to say thank you to all of them all, as we continue to play our little part to the development of Africa through entrepreneurship.
Content courtesy of Women’s world show, Jw Show & Nairobi fashion hub
19th November, Lagos: Her Network today announced a partnership with Malta Guinness. The announcement names Malta Guinness as “Official Beverage Partner” of the Her Network Woman of the Year Awards 2019.
“We’re thrilled to have Malta Guinness as our first Official Brand Partner for the 3rd Annual Her Network Woman of the Year Awards,” says Nkem Onwudiwe, Founder of Her Network. We look forward to working with one of the most recognizable malt brand in the country to celebrate and honor our nominees, honorees, and treat our guests to special Malta Guinness Moments.”
As an “Official Beverage Partner” of the 3rd Annual Her Network Woman of the Year Awards, Malta Guinness will be providing refreshments to guests and special congratulatory packages to Award Recipients and Honorees.
Malta Guinness will work hand-in-hand with Her Network to affirm each nominee’s nomination with a Nominee Invitation Box which contains an affirmation card reminding every nominee to affirm herself and a Malta Guinness Refreshment Bottle to give the nominees, a taste of what is to come.
Senior Brand Manager – Malta Guinness, Ifeoma Agu said “Malta Guinness as Africa’s best premium malt brand has been fueling the greatness of Africans for almost three (3) decades. We are excited to be the official beverage partner of the prestigious Woman of the Year awards 2019, recognizing and celebrating greatness in line with the brand’s purpose. Congratulations to the Nominees and Honourees, Have a Bottle of Malta Guinness on us!
Currently, in its third year, Her Network Woman of the Year Awards continues to showcase, celebrate and honor outstanding women of impact in Nigeria.
About Her Network Her Network is a Global Inspirational and Lifestyle Platform created to inspire, celebrate and encourage all women to stand in their greatness and set real like examples by living their truth
Her Network Woman of the Year Awards 2019 is currently being supported by Malta Guinness, Aralia By Nature, BellaNaija, Olorisupergal, WittyLiz, Aforevo TV, Happenings Magazine, Daily Independent Newspaper, Arcadia TV, NOVVA Media and lots more.
Content courtesy of Her Network, NOVVA Media & Nairobi fashion hub Online Digital Team
Profession: Farmer who does modeling as a side gig.
What he told us about his style.
“I’m not trying to be arrogant or anything, but I feel like God has blessed me in the looks department. Well, at least that’s what some ladies say. So much so, that I’ve never really felt the need to put too much effort into the style department. That being said, I have noticed that heads do turn a whole lot more when I dress up as opposed to when I don’t. I suppose there is no shortcut to good things in this life.”
Before – The guy confused as to whether this is a formal or casual event.
After – The smooth gentleman who has it all.
Don’t Settle. You are worth so much more.
Believe it or not, a lot of Kenyan men actually attend weddings they have been invited to as the man on the left when they could just as easily attend as the man on the right. Mind-boggling, I know. By putting him in this brilliant King Sidney statement jacket and co-ordinating the rest of his look around it, we helped him understand that making a huge impression is a bit like being pregnant, there is no halfway about it. When you strut into that wedding reception, either you move them to their core, or you don’t.
Content courtesy of King Sidney & Nairobi Fashion Hub
I love dressing up, but of late particularly at work, I may have been letting myself go a bit. And it’s definitely been hurting my bottom line. had been giving myself excuses and wearing a simple branded polo shirt to meet my customers until my wife advised me otherwise.
Before – The guy who will probably clumsily stumble through the project.
After – The boss, guaranteed to do a tremendous job on the client’s project.
The Difference one thing makes.
The difference my new look made during the client meetings that followed was immediate. I noticed there was a lot less resistance in signing on the dotted line from new clients who didn’t know me because my new look had amplified their trust to a whole new level.
My favourite weapon of choice is this luxurious wool King Sidney statement blazer as part of a three-piece suit.
Client meeting will truly never be the same again, all thanks to my lovely wife. I finally discovered the truth to the saying, he who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favour from the Lord.
Interested in showcasing your true potential? Get in touch and we may just consider you for our next men’s designer makeover.
Content courtesy of King Sideney & Nairobi Fashion Hub
The awards show celebrates and acknowledges African fashion industry stakeholders including fashion designers, models, icons, media influencers amongst others.
On the 13th of December 2019, at the Kampala Serena hotel, the Asfas once again will be broadcast live on Uganda’s leading broadcaster NTV Uganda, DSTV channel 190, spice tv will shine a spotlight on African fashion on the 7th edition of the ASFAS. The annual celebration of African fashion creatives, the ASFAS are back under the theme ‘the starz’ set to be the biggest edition yet with a mission to shine a global spotlight on the African fashion industry while highlighting creativity, achievement and excellence.
The awards seek to highlight the tradition of selflessness of the African nation to uplift one another through advancements of adoption, and the modern generation that tirelessly challenges the socio-political global status quo. With compelling ideas between self-identity and recognition of ownership, this theme seeks to emphasize that this new outlook of the future African generation is for “us by us” hence it’s name the starz.
ASFA 2019 will celebrate African creatives across 14 categories. In line with the ASFA2019 THEME, this year’s show will also feature special HONORARY AWARDS i.e. Icon Award, Positive Change And Special Recognition Award For Innovation. The nominations start on 20th September 2019 and end on 8th October 2019.
Another new development this year will see the ASFAs partnering with Talent Africa, Uganda’s leading events and entertainment company who will work together with the ASFAs to bring a new level of professionalism in event and business management. The ultimate goal of the new partnership is to make the ASFAs the biggest fashion event in Africa.
Talent Africa CEO Aly Allibhai states “Talent Africa is really excited to partner with the Abryanz Style and Fashion on this venture as a business partner and events management company. The ASFAs are already on amazing event and Talent Africa is dedicated to doing what we can do to make it even better and growing ASFA to another level. Look out for some new and exciting changes to this year’s edition”
The ASFAs 2019 come with excitement of Partners, sponsors, fashion personalities, production and major stakeholders expressing their enthusiasm and eagerness. “The ASFAs have been an iconic instrumental change to the Business of Fashion and modelling not only in Uganda but Africa at large. The Awards are more than tribalizers to pushing the boundaries of African Fashion boarders and celebrating the narrative of futuristic African Fashion.” Says Joram Muzira Job, Production manager, Fashion Show.
Veronic Rubanga From Fenon said “We are always very excited to be part of the biggest Fashion Awarding event for the 7th year running, as we have been a part of this journey from the very start. Fenon is known for the innovation and executing high end and classy events and the attendees should expect a bigger and better production at the event this year. We always aim to push the limits and deliver a new, never seen before experience.
We have many surprises in store and can’t wait to unveil them.” While Angie Kemi-Omeke CEO Pink Coconut is also overwhelmed at the announcement of the return of the ASFAs this year.
“If you have been following the ASFAs, you will realize they are a celebration of fashion and style. They are also a representation of Ugandan and international culture, pomp and pizzazz.
As Pink Coconut Decor, we strive to be part of anything that gives people a chance to comment with their true self while showcasing talent, hence once again this year we are pleased to be working with ASFA as the official decor partner.” she added. Celebrating the Asfa2019 starz, the awards will encompass three events featuring star designers, stylists artistes, emerging fashionistas etc. including a nominees party, fashionpreneur summit / workshop for aspiring designers and fashion entrepreneurs, a model master class, where they will display their works of art, network and work together First staged in 2013, the Abryanz Style And Fashion Awards have recognised the talent of designers, achievers and personalities across the continent, rewarding icons and game changers such as David Tlale, Mafikizolo, Mai Atafo, Her Royal Highness The Princess Of Tooro Elizabeth Bagaya, Super Model Aamito Stacy Lagum, Santa Anzo Amongst Others.
In line with the Asfa 2019 theme the Starz, this year’s show will be a STAR packed edition with STAR performances, STAR designer showcases, STAR models, STAR hosts, STAR appearances on the red-carpet and main stage.
Abryanz Style and Fashion Awards will continue it’s blooming relationship with last year’s main sponsor Ciroc Ultra-Premium Vodka, Isuzu and media partners NTV Uganda and Capital FM for this year’s edition.
Other sponsors and Partners include; Serena Hotel Kampala, South African Airways, Schweppes, pink coconut, Fenon, Big Eye Uganda, MAC, and Imagine design and build.
Content courtesy of Abryanz Style and Fashion Awards & Nairobi fashion hub
She has been making headlines for almost two decades, thanks to her enviable beauty and super chic personal style, but we barely know her. Natasha Sinayobye opens up about her very private life in the limelight, why her beauty is such a pain and how farming saved her life.
Sleeveless denim jacket & denim shorts worn under denim pants – Iconic UG Striped shirt worn backwards & denim jacket worn as a skirt – Iconic UG
We tend to act differently when we are unaware that we are being watched, and so, I stalk Natasha Sinayobye.
She is doing a fitting for a shoot to accompany this story at Iconic UG, located at Senana Shopping Centre. For those who haven’t been to this flashy fashion store, it is a well-lit space with an open floor plan that is interrupted by a pillar in the middle that serves as the dressing room. The rows and racks of clothes serve as good enough hiding spots for someone who is doing what I was doing. There are poufs scattered about, perhaps to relieve tired shoppers? More likely to help those trying on shoes. Of course lots of mirrors and the most smiley staff I have seen in a clothes shop in ages, especially here in Kampala.
I sit on one of those poufs and from there I can see her checking out a striped piece of clothing. From that angle, I can’t quite make out whether it is a dress or skirt, but she holds it against her frame as she twirls this way and that in front of the mirror. Standing barefoot, dressed in a fitting light blue denim jumpsuit, she looks shorter than I had assumed. I sneakily watch her interaction with the stylists and assistants to see if her demeanor will be the same once the interview begins. Will she be nicer because she knows she is being recorded? She is after all a skilled subject, appearing to let her interviewers in while maintaining her privacy. Letting the public in but only so.
The stalking reveals that she is at ease with herself and comfortably owns the space she is in. As a result, she puts the people around her at ease as well. This extends to the waiter in the restaurant where we sit to have our chat. For this, she changes into a red midi lace dress with a wide sleeved print coat over it and a pair of heeled clear Perspex slides. That, her trademark short hair and not a speck of makeup, complete the look.
Hooded tracksuit & sweatshirt – Weren’t Born Rich Striped faux fur jacket – Iconic UG
Striped shirt worn backwards & denim jacket worn as a skirt – Iconic UG
Dress – Sham Tyra
Sinayobye has been interviewed so many times that she can hardly count. Her career as a dancer, choreographer, model, actress and stint as a musician has been chronicled since 2001 when she made her public debut. Despite that, she doesn’t get tired of being asked the same questions. She says, “Each time I’m asked about the same thing, my perspective has changed. I see things differently now that I’m older.” That might well be the case; but I suspect part of it is a tactic she uses to guard her privacy. Something she does sweetly and yet so fiercely. Along the conversation she will tell me; “and you can be assertive without being defensive.”
One of the things she has been asked about repeatedly being her looks. How has she maintained her youthful look? How did it feel to win the Miss MTN Uganda crown in 2001? How does it feel to be on several lists of ‘Most Beautiful Ugandan women’?
Unironically, because of this beauty, many people underestimate her, taking her for just a pretty face. “Ya, ya that has happened, not once, not twice. It comes so naturally for certain people. When they look at some women, they just conclude, oh you’re blonde. I have had apologies before- someone has had to say I didn’t expect you to be this person”.
Her beauty might cause people to pause but she is unphased by it. Case in point; I receive a text from a friend saying I have been spotted in a restaurant seated with the most beautiful woman in Uganda, a goddess. When I show her the message she brushes it off as one would a casual comment about the weather. She credits her parents for this outlook.
“I thank my parents so so much for this. My parents have always been very…you see when your dad tells you you’re beautiful every day, you get used to it. It doesn’t become a handicap to you. When you dress up and your mum says; you’re so smart, you’re so beautiful…”
She trails off. “So when someone else says it, there’s no reason that it should affect me in anyway, or any reason it should go to my head. I believe everyone should encourage their kids and tell them all the time; ‘you look beautiful’, ‘you are beautiful’ all the time. You are the one person they trust at that age. So you should tell them.” Now she starts to reveal a side of her most interviews I watched and read in prep for this did not show; a depth of character that sits well with her upbeat persona.
Before her beauty made her known to us, Sinayobye had a different plan for her life. She wanted to be a doctor; a journey that took a detour when she had her son. When she talks about him, she gets a bit serious. “My parents were very supportive. I could still have chased that dream but I did not want to burden them, it was my responsibility and I had to take it on.” And she has worked hard at shouldering that responsibility.
Welcome to September! Welcome to the month of fashion! We’re celebrating all things fearless this month.
To kick things off, Natasha Sinayobye, an actress, model and fashion influencer and Stallone Lubwama, a fashion model star on the cover of this special edition. Sinayobye, who is famous for her clean short hair got a major beauty makeover we’ve not seen before, while Lubwama hid his face.
Photographed by Fred Bugembe & styled by Solomon Tazibone
Anna Kirya caught up with her for a dive into her life and can we count the number of ways she is fearless on only one hand? Impossible. Read the full interview here.
The fearlessness doesn’t end here, while preparing for this shoot we made some very fundamental last minute changes we feel were very fearless, but guess what, the risk played out in our favour. See the cover below.
During the shoot, I saw and admired the way Sinayobye put her fearlessness to use. From her ease with the makeup to her assertiveness as the day progressed. I learnt that she is a strong fearless woman who is not afraid of speaking her truth. She won’t simply be accommodating for the sake of it, when her peace of mind is at stake, which is something I could learn a thing or two about – especially when I am a bit of a pushover sometimes.
We should all head into the last lap of this year in style; Fearless Style we mean!
Enjoy this exclusive behind the scenes look at the shoot:
When you think of South African fashion and its creative design community, there is only one brand synonymous with both: SA Fashion Week. With a celebrated 21 year history, SA Fashion Week continues to tell designer stories nationally and internationally, on and off the runway.
The South African Fashion Week is the driving force behind structuring, strengthening and growing a consciousness of the enormous socio-economic value of a vibrant South African fashion design culture.
SAFW, the only Business to Business platform in Africa, markets the designer collections to the buyers, media, celebrities and the designer bespoke clients. This season, SAFW will open its doors to 34 designers showing their Spring/Summer Collections on the runway, and 50 labels trading wholesale at the SAFW Trade Show which runs parallel to the runway collections.
The core of SS19, The Luxury Collections, is to redefine and highlight the meaning of luxury in African fashion.
If you don’t know by now, SA Fashion Week showcases the best designs and creations from local designers. Now in its 22nd year, this annual week-long showcase is dedicated to fashion, style and beautiful signature pieces, on-trend looks and seasonal must-haves. SA Fashion Week exhibits the talent of 60 designers during five days of non-stop fashion fun.
This means you get to indulge in a night out mingling with fashion’s finest as you peruse the SA Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2019 Collections. If you’re all about celebrating the power and influence of local fashion, then you don’t want to miss out on this fabulous fashion extravaganza!
Content courtesy of South African fashion week & Nairobi fashion hub
For the first time, during NYFW, MADE IN AFRICA 2020, will present premiere runway presentations from two, contemporary African designers, at Pier 59 Studios on September 5th – @ 6PM 2019. Each grouping spotlights the African connection between clothing, culture, tradition, aesthetics, et al, as a means of both beautification and body adornment.
Described as the “embodiment of creativity and expression with deeper cultural & spiritual meaning; designs reflect the artisanal artistry gleaned from deep African ancestral spiritual roots.”
“Truly great artistry is not achieved through knowledge or mastery alone, but, by divine inspiration from those who have come before. Their spirit lives through the hands, lives and souls of our modern African ateliers”, Creative Director, Paul Leisegang
For Laduma Ngxokolo, founder/designer, MAXHOSA AFRICA, the SiziiKumnkani NeeKumnkanikazi (“We Are Kings and Queens”) grouping, portrays the regal majesty of Africans and Africa; ‘The Cradle of Mankind’. “My collection showcases the cultural roots and traditions of Africa. My desire is to have my work restore dignity to the continent, so that each garment may reflect a modern, current aesthetic, yet, with an ancient philosophy behind my brand, set in our rich African heritage with its observance of ceremony.”
Jan Malan and Greg Meyer – Photo credit – Johan Venter
“Basking in the Osun River”, Eliana Murargy’s muse experiences a re-birth in the sweet waters of West Africa, channelling her protective deity, paying homage to the Aje, honoring the woman who yields cosmic powers and her force of creation and sustainer of life. Celebrating the timeless signature of the studio, in tandem with the gentle nature of female embodiment, healing, empowerment, the delicate, day to evening collection balances fine tailoring and refined fit via flowing shapes, detailed silhouettes; soft shadings of rosé, beige, wide array of blues, vivid sparkles, delicate silks, touches of silvery textures; pink accents in tandem with stark white and black.
Leisegang notes: “MADE IN AFRICA is an invitation to sense and experience the culturally appropriate, magical experience of African fashion; the spirit, craft, history and ceremony of these pieces, which have been passed along through the generations. We want everyone to experience how each designer blends modern African fashion and new technologies with ancient cultural tradition across the collections shown on the runway.
For Producer, Jan Malan, “the glorious, complex, wonderful body is exceptionally adaptable, inherently portable, and simultaneously personal and public. We are using the body as the mobile vehicle; unique canvas, on which to project forms that pass between cultures and communities.
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South African songstress and businesswoman Lira Molapo became the first African to have a Barbie doll modelled in her likeness as part of Barbie’s 60th anniversary Shero campaign.
The campaign was launched to celebrate Barbie’s 60th anniversary and also to inspire more girls around the world. It has also featured global superstars such as tennis champion Naomi Osaka, artist Frida Kahlo, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) mathematician and physicist Katherine Johnson as well as British model and activist Adwoa Aboah.
I am proud to announce that I have been awarded a one-of-a-kind Lira Barbie doll, as part of Barbie’s 60th Anniversary Shero campaign celebrating role models who inspire young girls to be all they can be. I am the very first African to be bestowed with this honour and I’m simply thrilled to be honoured in this way.
Lira said on Instagram: “I am proud to announce that I have been awarded a one-of-a-kind Lira Barbie doll, as part of Barbie’s 60th Anniversary Shero campaign celebrating role models who inspire young girls to be all they can be. I am the very first African to be bestowed with this honour and I’m simply thrilled to be honoured in this way.”
Barbie company Mattel Inc said in a statement: “Barbie has been celebrating female role models and Inspiring girls since 1959. But she isn’t done yet. There are glass ceilings left to be shattered. And Barbie believes this generation of young women will be the ones to shatter them – that today’s girls will be The Last Generation of Firsts.”
Mattel Inc also released six dolls that embody under-represented careers for women such as an astronaut, pilot, athlete, journalist, politician and firefighter.
Barbie has evolved significantly since she was first launched now boasting a wider variety of skin tones, body shapes, hijab-wearing dolls and science kits to make the doll more educational.
Content courtesy of Alberton Record & Nairobi fashion hub
Renown Ugandan fashion stylist Christine Akello better know as Tina Brad , is the brilliant mind behind the gown which reigning Miss World Vanessa Ponce De Leon wore at the Miss Uganda 2019 grand finale.
The gown which Vanessa Ponce De Leon wore at the event was styled by Christine Akello Bradshaw, commonly known as Tina Brad, is known for her sense of style. Her boutique Tina Brad Store is a favourite for Ugandan fashionistas
Reigning Miss World Vanessa Ponce De Leon wore a stunning champagne colored gown from Award winning Ugandan celebrity stylist Tina Brad, to the Miss Uganda 2019 Grand Finale at the Kampala Sheraton Hotel on the 26th of July 2019.
The gown was masterfully designed to showcase a chic and modern look inspired by the Gomesi, a traditional attire famous in the Central region of Uganda since 1940. Tina Brad shares an in-depth insight into how she expressed the beauty of the Gomesi into a gorgeous and contemporary evening gown for the Reigning Miss World.
The first noticeable feature on the gown are the sleeves. Traditionally, the Gomesi has short, puffed sleeves however Miss World’s gown was designed with off shoulder sleeves to give it an in vogue appeal whilst maintaining the frame. A kikooyi or Kanga is an inner garment tied underneath the linen of Gomesi to ensure the fabric does not stick to the body. This is meant to accentuate the elegance and decency of the attire.
Miss World’s gown had a dress underneath inspired by the Kikooyi. The belt on Miss World’s gown featured a skirt spread on top of her dress giving prominence to the final part of the Gomesi inspired look which is the Sash. A Gomesi is tied with a sash placed below the waist over the hips to not only give the attire shape but also to make it fashionable. Miss World’s sash or belt stylishly mimicked the complete look of a Gomesi with the addition of a decorous trail.
Model : Miss World Vanessa Ponce De Leon Dressed By : Tina Brad Photo credit : Hannz Photography
Content courtesy of Paul Atwine & Nairobi Fashion Hub
I’m a huge fan of luxury. I suppose to some extent, we all are. I’ve never met an individual who did not appreciate beauty and craftsmanship in one field or the other. It may be electronics, it may be fashion. As men, we work very hard so that one day we may be able to afford the finer things in life. This is a list on those finer things, crafted for affluent Kenyan men. Please note, this is not necessarily an endorsement of these brands, but rather an appreciation of Kenyan craftsmanship and the progress it seems to be making. It’s a phenomenon that happens in every industry. If you are as old as I am, then you remember a point in time when ninety percent of Kenyan music was absolute crap. Then stars like Sauti Sol and Nyashinski came in and raised the bar for everyone involved. Kenyan luxury fashion is a bit like that. For centuries the value of Kenyan craftsmanship has been dismissed. Here are a few luxury fashion menswear brands in Kenya that are looking to buck that trend;
King Sidney
I love how well King Sidney do their thing. Everything from their website to the actual jackets exudes beauty. Their jackets seem to take on a life of their own. This is one of those things you have to see first-hand to fully appreciate. The standard they have set for luxury fashion start-ups for men in terms of beauty and quality is truly something to marvel at.
John Kaveke
If I was to list all of John Kaveke’s accomplishments in this post, you’d be scrolling down this page for the next hour. The man is accomplished. Being the first Kenyan designer to attend the London fashion week is just one of his many accomplishments. He began by doing both but nowadays seems to be focused on menswear. A collection of some of his fine African-blended men’s evening wear can be seen on his Instagram page.
Kobe Afrika
I’m a big fan of sunglasses and designer eyewear. To be honest, when I was much younger, I used to be one of those guys who would wear sunglasses at night to the club. Sad, I know. You live and you learn. Recently I came across a Kenyan luxury firm that specializes in sunglasses and designer eyewear known as Kobe Afrika. And me being a fan of the international ray bans brand couldn’t help but fall for their sunglasses. I particularly like the wooden arms. They stand out in a sea of plastic arms and serve as nice conversation starters. Just like with King Sidney, they may still have some distance to cover in terms of variety of stock. But just like with King Sidney, I love the foundation, and can’t wait to see what they do next.
Sao sartorial
He’s the gentleman who dresses Sauti Sol. I’m a big fan of statement jackets, and the ones he custom makes grew on me after some time. Inasmuch as he seems to focus more on weddings, they do custom make individual evening tuxedos as far as I know. His Instagram page states that he has a dedication to sartorial excellence, and honestly I couldn’t agree more.
Jokajok
Former ‘unbwogable’ mega-producer Tedd Josiah took his skills and transferred them to luxury bag production. Even though they do both men’s and women’s luxury leather goods, I have included them in this list because of their unique approach to men’s leather goods. I saw an animal textured leather laptop bag on their website that I couldn’t get enough of. He has one or two interesting duffel bags as well.
Patrick Mavros
Located in the village market, and known as ‘The Luxury house from Africa’, their cufflink game is on a whole other level. Just like with one or two others on this list, they do not specialize in men exclusively. They are, however, the most successful brand on this list with four stores in four different countries. Their website boasts unique gems such as the 18-carat gold turtle cufflinks that retail at 3,500 pounds.
KOY Clothing
You may have stumbled across a viral WhatsApp video of a European gentleman describing what he referred to as “The Luo jacket”. That was KOY clothing, a brand that sells luxury jackets and then as their website states “give 5% of every purchase to projects within the communities of Kenya that our products are inspired by”. Although technically not in Kenya, they are inspired by Kenya and very patriotic about our country so I just had to include them here.
True luxury is rare, exclusive and very difficult to find. I will continue my search for luxury Kenyan menswear brands and continuously update this list. Do you know of any high-quality Kenyan luxury menswear brands that I may have missed? Comment below and I’ll be sure to check them out and update.
Clara Kronborg, Founder and Host of Women’s world show
